Art Therapist Sara DeSmet Displays Resilience at Cypress College’s Gallery and in Her Own Practice
Irvine therapist uses art to convey resilience – and helps others do the same.
May 4, 2026
A New Neurodivergent Film Fest Comes to The Frida Cinema
The BluStar Film Festival will showcase the works of neurodivergent filmmakers and topics on May 2 in Santa Ana.
May 1, 2026
A Stage for Every Voice: Arts & Disability Festival Marks 50 Years in Orange County
Highlighting what artists with disabilities can do, the festival returns to Santa Ana’s MainPlace Mall with performances, workshops and community connection.
April 22, 2026
Arts Orange County Announces 26th OC Arts Awards Honorees
The Orange County arts community will gather on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, in the Samueli Theater at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa, to honor its stars at the 26th Orange County Arts Awards, hosted by the county’s non-profit arts council, Arts Orange County.
April 20, 2026
Orange County’s 2026 Artist of the Year Semifinalists Announced
From a pool of 888 nominees, 108 students have been named 2026 Artist of the Year semifinalists.
April 19, 2026
The Living Murals of a Santa Ana Councilmember’s Classroom
Paintings of four local women recognize their courage, leadership and commitment to the community.
April 17, 2026
Disney and Pixar Artwork Headline Hilbert Museum’s 10th Anniversary Exhibitions
Original works by animator Jørgen Klubien anchor a slate of 11 exhibitions and special events celebrating 10 years of the Hilbert Museum of California Art.
April 8, 2026
Culture OC Talks with Arts Leaders to Kick Off Arts, Culture & Creativity Month
Local arts leaders sit down with Culture OC publisher Paul Hodgins to share their thoughts on issues, plans and challenges facing Orange County arts organizations.
April 1, 2026
Fullerton Museum Center Debuts ‘OC Made,’ Spotlighting Local Orange County Artists
The new juried exhibition provides an open call opportunity for artists to show their work, win cash prizes and build their careers.
March 30, 2026
Artist of the Year Program Announces the 2026 Nominees from 88 Orange County Schools
Teachers across Orange County nominate standout juniors and seniors working in seven arts disciplines.
March 15, 2026
UCI Health’s New Medical Complex Promotes Healing Through Art and Nature
UCI Health’s newest campus features 1,600 artworks that reflect the beauty of Southern California.
February 18, 2026
A Candid Talk with Kathryn Kanjo, the New CEO at UC Irvine Langson O.C. Museum of Art
Kanjo, who has spent three decades as a museum director and curator, is steering the Orange County institution through many changes and changing times.
February 13, 2026
