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The Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) is mailing invitations for the upcoming ARTSense Gala, honoring artist Fred Tomaselli. The gala, chaired by Analisa Albert, Jane Manolokas, and Lourdes Nark, aims to celebrate unique artistic vision and strengthen community ties. Attendees will enjoy cocktails, dinner, and entertainment, while supporting the museum’s mission of connecting creativity with community involvement. OCMA’s collaboration with UC Irvine Museum reflects their commitment to fostering artistic dialogue in the area.
Santa Monica, CA – The Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) has announced that invitations for the highly anticipated 2025 ARTSense Gala are currently being mailed out. The gala, taking place next year, is set to honor renowned artist Fred Tomaselli and will embrace a theme that encourages attendees to “honor the past and reimagine the future.” The event is being chaired by Analisa Albert, Jane Manolokas, and Lourdes Nark, with OCMA chief executive and curator Heidi Zuckerman championing the gala’s vision.
The ARTSense Gala aims to celebrate unique and avant-garde artistic vision as it gathers prominent board members, donors, and community leaders, including honorary co-chair David Emmes, president of the OCMA board. The evening will initiate with a cocktail reception, followed by dinner and entertainment on the upper al fresco terrace of the museum. Expected attendees include influential figures in the community, such as Alexandra Airth, Linda Maggard, and Phil Bond.
A significant highlight of the evening will be the recognition of Fred Tomaselli, who is not only a native of Santa Monica but also well-known for his intricate paintings on wood panels created with unorthodox materials layered in epoxy. His distinctive approach to art and his impact on the contemporary art scene make him a fitting honoree at this prestigious event. Supporters of OCMA, Lauren and Trace Chalmers, are also taking part in the celebration of Tomaselli’s contributions to the artistic landscape.
In conjunction with the gala festivities, OCMA is also contemplating a partnership with the UC Irvine Museum. This potential collaboration aims to enhance the artistic dialogue within the region and will be led by James Swinden, a descendant of the founding families of UC Irvine Museum. The alignment with UC Irvine reflects OCMA’s ongoing effort to foster relationships that deepen community engagement and creativity.
The length of the gala program indicates the museum’s commitment to raising funds for various museum programs, an initiative that supports its mission to connect creative expression with community involvement. The ARTSense Gala follows a successful summer fashion show conducted by a group known as the Visionaries, which recently attracted over 100 influential figures in Orange County. This event showcased collaborations with fashion house A’maree’s, further emphasizing the importance of merging art with fashion and community.
The Visionaries, a newly established group within the OCMA community, continues to work towards building support for the museum and engaging new audiences. Members of the Visionaries, including Cecilia Goodman, Linda Maggard, and Toni Berlinger, have played crucial roles in organizing events that highlight the intersection of culture and community support.
This annual fashion show has grown into a key event in the region’s art and fashion scene, featuring a curated runway presentation accompanied by a catered luncheon from Mix Mix. Such events bolster the museum’s mission to cultivate an environment where creativity thrives, and community involvement is prioritized.
For those interested in attending the ARTSense Gala or seeking sponsorship opportunities, further information and ticket details can be found by visiting OCMAartsensegala.org. As the countdown to the 2025 ARTSense Gala begins, OCMA continues to emphasize the significance of art as a vital component of community connection and support.
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- Los Angeles Times: The Crowd – ARTSense 2025 Gala
- Google Search: Orange County Museum of Art
- Flaunt: Doug Aitken Honored at OCMA ARTSense Gala
- Wikipedia: Contemporary Art
- Cultured Magazine: OCMA Gala News
- Google News: Arts Gala 2025
- Los Angeles Times: Glamour in the Grove Gala
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Art Gala
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