Art Walls O’side

The History of Art Walls O’side

The Original Vision
OCAF wished to seek out new exciting venues for the region’s artists to show and sell their artwork. With that thought in mind, Ruth Jameson started Art Walls O’side in 2018 as a year-long pilot project of OCAF to further the fine arts in the City of Oceanside. The first venue for Art Walls was the O’side Bakery in East Oceanside. OCAF’s goal was to excite and engage our communities and visitors in the exploration of Oceanside’s establishments of fine dining and shopping through the arts.

The Original Mission
OCAF felt that by bringing businesses and artists together they could provide economic benefits to both. The many walls of our business communities can offer regional artists new places to gather and exhibit their work and meet new clients. Great food and great art have always had a simpatico relationship – music, poetry, readings, and visual art can make Oceanside full of exciting experiences with the Art Walls O’side program by presenting new artists and performers every two months during “opening receptions” for the artist.

FrontwaveWe are so very pleased that FRONTWAVE Credit Union has once again generously agreed to sponsor Art Walls O’side for another two years!
A big THANK YOU goes out to Chip Dykes and his team for making this happen for OCAF once again! They definitely live up to their commitment posted on their website – “But we also have a mission that’s much bigger — to be a positive force in the community.”

HAPPENING NOW!!!

An exhibit of the works of two incredible local photographers.

For Aaron Pedro, photography is more than a creative pursuit – it’s practice in mindfulness and gratitude.

For Jasper Neale, photography is a blend of artistic expression and technical skill, allowing him to explore the natural world and preserve moments in a timeless and meaningful way.

Their exhibit debuted at the O’Side Bakery in Oceanside, CA on March 12, 2025

THE ART OF SUZANNE BECKSTROM

“As an artist, I am inspired by the beauty of the world around me – especially flowers, with their bright, bold colors, and beautiful lines. My goal is to capture that beauty, and create a lasting piece of art that will warm and enliven the environment in which it resides.”

Suzanne’s exhibit debuted at the O’side Bakery in Oceanside, CA on November 6, 2024

You can see more of Suzanne’s work on her website: PushinPaintStudio.com

Artist Rita Spiegel

Artist Rita Spiegel

OCEANSIDE CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION IS PROUD TO PRESENT ARTIST Rita Spiegel      13th Exhibition OPENING RECEPTION @ O’SIDE BAKERY THURSDAY, October 29, 2020 5:00 – 7:00 PM LET’S GET A JUMP ON HALLOWEEN – COME IN COSTUME TO OUR ARTIST’S RECEPTION AND PARTAKE IN A CUP OF WITCH’S BREW! THE BEST DRESSED MALE AND FEMALE WILL EARN …

Artist Kate Joiner

Oceanside Cultural Arts Foundation is proud to present Artist Kate Joiner                                                                                         …

Artist Doriana Sinnett

Oceanside Cultural Arts Foundation Presents Doriana Sinnett Opening Artist Reception Monday, July 20 2020 12:30 – 3:00 PM 4th Exhibition @ WE WILL HAVE 2 RECEPTIONS   12:30-1:45 & 1:45 – 3:00 TO LIMIT THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE IN BLADE 1936 AT ONE TIME. TEXT 760.805.5447 TO RESERVE YOUR TIMES. PLEASE INDICATE HOW MANY PEOPLE WILL …

Artist Kene Lohmann

Presented by  the Oceanside Cultural Arts Foundation Kene Lohmann Opening Reception Eleventh Exhibition   @ O’side Bakery Thursday, February 20th from 6:00 – 7:30 pm Born and raised in North San Diego County, Kene Lohmann grew up painting since early childhood, developing his passion for watercolor. He was privileged to study under noted San Diego …

Artist Dawn Tappen

Oceanside Cultural Arts Foundation Presents Dawn Tappen Opening Artist Reception Tuesday, Jan 27th, 2020 1:00 – 3:00 PM                     Third Exhibition @ Blade 1936     Dawn Tappen is an abstract painter who lives and works in Oceanside, CA. She received her B.A. at California State …

El Camino High School Art Show & Reception

Art Walls O’side @ O’side Bakery Tenth Exhibition El Camino High School                                      Student Art Reception Friday, January 17, 2020   “O’side Art” El Camino High School Art reveals to the viewer a collective and multifaceted prism of …

Artist John Linthurst

Oceanside Cultural Arts Foundation Presents John Linthurst Opening Reception November 21, 2019 @ 1:00 – 3:00 PM Second Exhibition @ Blade 1936   John Linthurst is a former Los Angeles resident who now resides in Oceanside. He has participated in numerous regional shows and has exhibited solo in notable venues throughout the region for many …