Newport Visual Arts Center

06/05/2026

June 18th at the VAC!

Colorful ocean creatures come to life in the large-scale rope weavingsof Newport artist Rebecca Hooper. Hear her talk about her artisticevolution and current works in this month's Talk About Art, Thursday,June 18 at the Newport Visual Arts Center in Newport. Thispresentation, ent...

06/04/2026

Got a printmaking idea you've been wanting to explore?

Open Studio – Printmaking is your time to experiment, create, and work at your own pace — with an instructor on hand whenever you need a nudge, a fresh idea, or a little technical help. Use our presses, tools, and materials while working alongside a creative, supportive community.

Next Opportunity:
This Tuesday, June 9, 5:30–7:30pm ($15)

Learn more at:
coastarts.org/events/open-studio-class-printmaking

06/03/2026

Join us for the debut of SEA CHANGE, a stunning new exhibit by Lincoln City artist Julie Fiedler, on view July 1 through August 30 at Newport Visual Arts Center. Julie's hand-formed ceramic fish, tidepool-inspired sculptural busts, and ocean-themed acrylic paintings are the result of a lifelong fascination with the Pacific. Each piece is a labor of love, researched and crafted to honor the marine species it portrays.

Opening Reception: Wednesday, July 1st, 5-7pm. Artist talk at 6 pm. Light refreshments served; free admission; all are welcome.

Learn more at coastarts.org/events/sea-change

06/02/2026

🎨 Working on a watercolor, gouache, or ink project you'd love more time for?

Open Studio – Water Media Painting gives you the space, the time, and an instructor in your corner. Robin Berry will be on hand to offer guidance on your individual goals — while you paint alongside a community of fellow artists learning from each other.

Next opportunity:
Saturday, June 6, 2-4pm, $15

(Bring your own supplies and paper.)

Learn more:
coastarts.org/events/open-studio-class-water-media-painting-2

05/30/2026

Have you stopped by yet to view Lindee Cunningham's "For the Birds"? It's on display in the COVAS Showcase at Newport Visual Arts Center through June 28. This exhibit features whimsical, colorful, beaded birdhouses. Admission is free; all are welcome. Learn more at coastarts.org/events/ftbirds

05/29/2026

Have you stopped by yet to view Raymond (“Ray by the Bay”) Dacanay's "Open Waters" in the Upstairs Gallery at Newport Visual Arts Center? It's on display through June 28, featuring nautical-themed carved wooden creature sculptures adorned with colorful inlaid glass eyes for delicate, dazzling detail. Gallery admission is free! Learn more at coastarts.org/events/openwaters

05/28/2026

IN TWO WEEKS: Rebecca Hooper's "Woven from the Port" opens June 12th in the Runyan Gallery at Newport Visual Arts Center. Learn more at coastarts.org/events/hooper

05/27/2026

Last chance! OCCA presents the 3rd Annual Lincoln County High School Art Show at the Newport Visual Arts Center (Runyan Gallery). This special exhibit featuring paintings, drawings, woodworking, photography, and more runs through June 7th. Come show your support and see what our students have been creating! Learn more at coastarts.org/events/lchs-2026

05/25/2026

WEDNESDAY 3-5PM: Youth in grades 2-8 are invited to join us after school on Wednesday for a few hours of creative play. From 3-5pm we’ll host an art activity — working with a rotating list of instructors so kids can experience something different in each class (drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, cyanotypes, sculpture, music, and more!) Parents are welcome to join in, too, if they’d like. Learn more at https://ow.ly/E9aP50WZ1RR

05/24/2026

🎨 Working on a watercolor, gouache, or ink project you'd love more time for?

Open Studio – Water Media Painting gives you the space, the time, and an instructor in your corner. Robin Berry will be on hand to offer guidance on your individual goals — while you paint alongside a community of fellow artists learning from each other.

Next opportunity:
Thursday, May 28, 5–7pm, $15

(Bring your own supplies and paper.)

Learn more:
coastarts.org/events/open-studio-class-water-media-painting-2