iPhone Photography workshop with Chase Spivey
Learn how to get the most out of your iPhone camera in this hands-on workshop designed for beginners. Whether you are capturing art, products, portraits, or everyday moments, you will pick up simple techniques to improve composition, lighting, and editing using just your phone. Open to all skill levels. Just bring your charged phone and your curiosity.
Only 8 spots available. Registration is required.
REGISTER HERE
MEET YOUR TEACHER
Chase Spivey is the Creative Director at Uncanny Art House and an award-winning videographer who has produced video & photo content full-time since 2014. His work includes music videos screened at DeadCenter (Sisteria’s Pale in the Darkness) and the Los Angeles Film Festival (Jabee’s Hope). He co-founded and directed the Norman Film Festival from 2018 to 2021 and has earned Addy Awards for his work with local marketing agencies.
4th Friday Films: Art Spiegelman: Disaster Is My Muse
Join us for a special screening of the documentary Art Spiegelman: Disaster Is My Muse, a deep dive into the mind of the legendary Maus creator. This intimate film explores Spiegelman's lifelong obsession with trauma, memory, and the grotesque, tracing how disaster has fueled his most iconic and subversive work.
From underground comix to Pulitzer recognition, Spiegelman's career reflects a restless drive to confront the darkest corners of personal and collective history, always with biting wit and bold visual storytelling.
About 4th friday films
4th Friday Films is a film screening series in partnership with Pioneer Library System and Uncanny Art House to bring educational screenings and films to downtown Norman, Oklahoma. The films we screen are based on the current exhibition and are free and open to the public with a discussion following each each showing.
For more information, follow us on Facebook or Instagram and stay updated on all our events and exhibitions.
Tie-Dye Workshop with Tawny Baffoni
Learn the basics of tie-dye in this hands-on workshop with Tawny Baffoni. In this beginner-friendly class, participants will explore simple techniques and create a one-of-a-kind piece to take home. Bring your own shirt or fabric item to dye—some blank items will also be available. Open to all skill levels.
Space is limited to 12–15 participants for comfort and safety with dyes. Registration is $20 per person.
Only 15 spots available. Registration is required.
REGISTER HERE
MEET YOUR TEACHER
Tawny Baffoni has over 25 years of experience in fabric dyeing, beginning in childhood. She has created stage backdrops, quilts, and vibrant tie-dyed clothing. After moving from Colorado to Norman, Tawny has been active in the local art community and continues to share her passion for fabric arts with others.
Artist Talk with James Bond
We will be hosting a guided walkthrough and conversation with featured artist James M. Bond during the month of October.
This Q&A explores the visual language, process, and themes behind In the Company of Paintings. Gain insights into the show's immersive elements and the symbolism embedded in each piece.
Whether you are an artist, student, or enthusiast, this is a unique opportunity to hear directly from the creator and engage with the concepts behind the work.
Seating is limited and early arrival is encouraged. This event is followed by our Uncanny Art Hang where we make art together and enjoy the atmosphere of the exhibition.
4th Friday Films: Nosferatu
Uncanny Art House is getting into the spirit of Halloween with a vintage screening of Nosferatu (1922), presented inside the immersive setting of In the Company of Paintings by James Bond.
This silent horror classic will be shown in the transformed gallery space, amplifying its eerie, cinematic tone and aligning perfectly with the themes of the exhibition.
This event is free and open to the public. Bring your love of early cinema, moody lighting, and atmospheric storytelling for a film night that bridges art and experience.
About 4th friday films
4th Friday Films is a film screening series in partnership with Pioneer Library System and Uncanny Art House to bring educational screenings and films to downtown Norman, Oklahoma. The films we screen are based on the current exhibition and are free and open to the public with a discussion following each each showing.
For more information, follow us on Facebook or Instagram and stay updated on all our events and exhibitions.
Exploring Creativity Through Astrology
Join us for an illuminating workshop exploring the intersection of astrology and creativity presented by Annatova Neches. We’ll begin with a beginner-friendly overview of the natal chart—covering the roles of the planets, signs, and houses—before focusing on how astrology can reveal your unique creative potential.
Together, we’ll take a deeper look at Venus (the planet of beauty and artistic expression), Neptune (the planet of imagination and dreams), and the 5th House (the domain of creativity, play, and performance). Learn how these celestial influences shape your creative instincts and discover practical ways to work with their energy in your personal or artistic life.
Perfect for artists, dreamers, and the astrologically curious—no prior experience needed!
4th Friday Films: Tattoo Uprising
Join us at Uncanny Art House for a special screening of the 2019 documentary Tattoo Uprising, directed by Alan Govenar. Spanning more than four decades of footage, the film traces the rich and radical history of tattooing from ancient traditions to modern rebellion and artistic expression.
Featuring tattoo legends like Ed Hardy and Stoney St. Clair, with a surprise cameo by Werner Herzog, the film explores the evolving perception of tattooing as both personal statement and fine art.
This screening coincides with our ongoing "Body of Work" exhibition, showcasing contemporary art from local tattoo artists. Come for the visuals, stay for the conversation.
Runtime: 1 hour, 15 minutes
About 4th friday films
4th Friday Films is a film screening series in partnership with Pioneer Library System and Uncanny Art House to bring educational screenings and films to downtown Norman, Oklahoma. The films we screen are based on the current exhibition and are free and open to the public with a discussion following each each showing.
For more information, follow us on Facebook or Instagram and stay updated on all our events and exhibitions.
Glass Bead Suncatcher Workshop with Lindsey Martin-Prascher
Join us Saturday, August 16 from 2 to 3pm to create a dazzling and colorful glass bead suncatcher that you get to take home! All supplies are included. Open to ages 12 and up. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Limited to 20 spots. Registration is $30 per person.
PRE-REGISTER HERE
MEET YOUR TEACHER
Lindsey Martin-Prascher is a multidisciplinary artist and educator based in Norman, Oklahoma, whose creative journey weaves through teaching, community engagement, and a personal exploration of identity and inspiration.
In 2011, Lindsey founded the Scissortail School of Art in downtown Norman, a vibrant space offering art classes for children as young as two years old. Her approach emphasized hands-on creativity and upcycled materials, fostering a playful and inclusive environment. After selling the school in 2016, she shifted her focus to producing original artworks, delving deeper into her own artistic voice.
Her recent work includes a series of portraits featuring inspirational women, each highlighting the subject's hands to symbolize action and impact. She has also explored themes in hip-hop culture, with her paintings featured at music events in Oklahoma City.
Her art is available at Uncanny Art House & Green Buffalo in Norman and through her Instagram, @lindseymartinart, where she continues to share her evolving creative endeavors.
4th Friday Films: #artoffline
Join us for a special screening of #ARTOFFLINE, a thought-provoking 2015 documentary by Manuel Correa that explores the shifting role of art in the digital age. From museums to social media, the film investigates what happens when art leaves the physical world and enters the online space, and what might be lost along the way.
This event is free and open to the public. Discussion to follow the screening
Come early to grab a seat and stay afterward for an open conversation about how we experience art today; online, offline, and everything in between.
Runtime: 59 minutes
About 4th friday films
4th Friday Films is a film screening series in partnership with Pioneer Library System and Uncanny Art House to bring educational screenings and films to downtown Norman, Oklahoma. The films we screen are based on the current exhibition and are free and open to the public with a discussion following each each showing.
For more information, follow us on Facebook or Instagram and stay updated on all our events and exhibitions.
iPhone Photography workshop with Chase Spivey
Learn how to get the most out of your iPhone camera in this hands-on workshop designed for beginners. Whether you are capturing art, products, portraits, or everyday moments, you will pick up simple techniques to improve composition, lighting, and editing using just your phone. Open to all skill levels. Just bring your charged phone and your curiosity.
Only 8 spots available. Registration is required.
PRE-REGISTER HERE
MEET YOUR TEACHER
Chase Spivey is the Creative Director at Uncanny Art House and an award-winning videographer who has produced video content full-time since 2014. His work includes music videos screened at DeadCenter (Sisteria’s Pale in the Darkness) and the Los Angeles Film Festival (Jabee’s Hope). He co-founded and directed the Norman Film Festival from 2018 to 2021 and has earned Addy Awards for his work with local marketing agencies.
Torn Paper Workshop with Ginna Dowling
The community is invited to participate in a free art workshop focused on creating a collaborative torn paper mural. This hands-on event welcomes individuals of all ages and skill levels to contribute to a large-scale artwork that reflects themes of healing, resilience, and community. All materials will be provided, and no prior art experience is necessary.
MEET YOUR TEACHER
Ginna Dowling is a contemporary printmaker and installation artist from Oklahoma City whose work blends visual storytelling with a deep artistic heritage. She holds an MFA from the University of Oklahoma and founded INK DROP PRESS as a creative studio and teaching space. Her latest project, The Language of Hope and Courage, empowers critically ill children through art, culminating in a large-scale installation at the Children’s Hospital of Oklahoma City.
Black & White Portrait Workshop with Lindsey Martin-Prascher
Join us Saturday, June 21 from 2–4pm for a guided portrait painting session on a 16x20 canvas, yours to take home! All supplies are included. Open to ages 12+ (minors must be accompanied by an adult). Limited to 20 participants. $60 per person.
PRE-REGISTER HERE
After registering, we’ll contact you so you can send your reference photo to instructor Lindsey, who will prepare it in advance for your painting.
MEET YOUR TEACHER
Lindsey Martin-Prascher is a multidisciplinary artist and educator based in Norman, Oklahoma, whose creative journey weaves through teaching, community engagement, and a personal exploration of identity and inspiration.
In 2011, Lindsey founded the Scissortail School of Art in downtown Norman, a vibrant space offering art classes for children as young as two years old. Her approach emphasized hands-on creativity and upcycled materials, fostering a playful and inclusive environment. After selling the school in 2016, she shifted her focus to producing original artworks, delving deeper into her own artistic voice.
Her recent work includes a series of portraits featuring inspirational women, each highlighting the subject's hands to symbolize action and impact. She has also explored themes in hip-hop culture, with her paintings featured at music events in Oklahoma City.
Her art is available at Uncanny Art House & Green Buffalo in Norman and through her Instagram, @lindseymartinart, where she continues to share her evolving creative endeavors.
Artist Talk with Lauren Kelly
Join us for an engaging artist talk with Lauren Kelly as she shares insights into her creative process, current work, and the themes that drive her practice. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from the artist and ask questions to help inspire your own creativity!
Free and open to the public
