Coloring reduces stress, improves focus, and stimulates creativity. Newcomers welcome. Adults.
Coloring reduces stress, improves focus, and stimulates creativity. Newcomers welcome. Adults.
Coloring reduces stress, improves focus, and stimulates creativity. Newcomers welcome. Adults.
Odessa College to Host Barry Phillips the Younger's 40-Year Retrospective Exhibition Odessa, Texas - Odessa College will present 100 HAPPY FACES: Artwork by Barry Phillips the Younger, a retrospective exhibition featuring selected drawings, prints, and assemblages created over the course of the artist's 40-year career. The exhibition will be on display from Tuesday, September 2 through Friday, October 3, 2025, in the Phillips Goff Gallery located in Sedate Hall on the Odessa College campus. Phillips the Younger, a member of the Odessa College art faculty since 1987, is widely recognized for his contributions to the arts both locally and nationally. His work has been exhibited in more than 100 shows across the country. He has received numerous honors, including a National Endowment for the Arts Regional Fellowship in Drawing and Printmaking, the Kimbrough Award from the Dallas Museum of Art, and the 2012 Community Statesman for the Arts award from the Heritage of Odessa Foundation. In describing his upcoming retrospective, Phillips shared: "I am honored to present my 40-year retrospective at Odessa College. It will be fun and informative and strange, so don't miss it!" In addition to the exhibition, Odessa College will host an artist talk with Phillips at […]
First Friday ODTX & West Texas Food Bank are teaming up for Hunger Action Month! West Texas Food Bank is hosting their annual Peanut Butter Drive at September's First Friday. Bring a new, unopened jar of peanut butter to the Ector Theatre during First Friday, and receive FREE admission to First Friday Movie at The Ector Theatre. Movie Starts at 7:30pm Grease & Documentary short "The Blessed Corner" by Odessa Native Abraham Franco, starring Mr. Curtis. Let's come together to support our community, one jar at a time!
Coloring reduces stress, improves focus, and stimulates creativity. Newcomers welcome. Adults.
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Join the Ellen NoΓ«l Art Museum this Saturday from 8 AM β 12 PM at the Parks Legado Farmers Market! Weβll be at our booth handing out FREE kids art projectsβeach kit comes with all the materials your young artist needs to get creative at home. Make it a fun morning! Stop by after grabbing a treat from the local lemonade stand or your favorite bread maker. We canβt wait to see you there!
Coloring reduces stress, improves focus, and stimulates creativity. Newcomers welcome. Adults.
In describing his upcoming retrospective, Phillips shared: "I am honored to present my 40-year retrospective at Odessa College. It will be fun and informative and strange, so don't miss it!" In addition to the exhibition, Odessa College will host an artist talk with Phillips at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16, in the Globe Theater, followed by a reception in the Phillips Goff Gallery. Phillips holds a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy from Texas Tech University and a Master's degree in Fine Art from Texas A&M - Commerce. He is also a former member of the board of directors for the Texas Association of Schools of Art. The Phillips Goff Gallery will be open during the exhibition with hours of 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday
Join us for an engaging evening at the Ellen NoΓ«l Art Museum's Art Talk! This event is a wonderful opportunity for art enthusiasts to come together and delve into the mysteries of a particular painting as they enhance their visual literacy skills. Gather with friends and fellow art lovers as we interpret, comprehend, and appreciate the art in ways that advance thinking, decision-making, communication and learning. Art Talk is all about exploring different perspectives and sparking lively conversation. Whether youβre an art aficionado or just curious, share your thoughts and insights in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. We go through a three question process that allows visitors to share their perceptions while viewing a piece of art from our Permanent Collection. Come be a part of Art Talk at the Ellen NoΓ«l Art Museum and experience art in a whole new way. We can't wait to see you there!