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Reunite the Rivers – Art of the Ocklawaha and Silver Springs

Celebrating the beauty, history, and restoration of two of Florida’s most iconic waterways

February 6 - 28, 2026

Join us for a special evening celebrating art, rivers, and Florida’s natural heritage, complete with live music, light refreshments, and community conversation.

Reunite the Rivers: Art of the Ocklawaha & Silver Springs brings together artists inspired by the hidden landscapes of the Ocklawaha River and Silver Springs, many revealed only during recent drawdowns of the Rodman Reservoir. Through photography, painting, and mixed media, this exhibit explores what was lost, what remains, and what restoration could mean for future generations.

Opening Reception
-Friday, February 6, 2026
-5:00–7:00 PM
-Brick City Center for the Arts (23 SW Broadway Street, Ocala, FL 34471)

Enjoy live music by Patchwork, light finger foods, and the opportunity to meet artists and community partners while experiencing the exhibit.

Artists are invited to submit work inspired by the Ocklawaha River and Silver Springs.
-Submission deadline: January 25, 2026
-Submit artwork here: https://mcafeb2026.artcall.org

Sponsored by Florida Defenders of the Environment, in partnership with the Marion Cultural Alliance. Come experience the river through art and reconnect with a landscape that continues to inspire

Upcoming Events

Let’s Make Paint Workshop w. Mel Fiorentino

Saturday, March 14 | 12pm-3pm

This hands-on workshop introduces participants to the traditional craft of making oil paint from raw pigments. Students will learn how professional-quality oil paint is created, how materials influence color and handling, and how handmade paint differs from commercial brands. Participants will work directly with raw pigments and oils, learning proper safety, mulling techniques, and paint storage. Each attendee will create three custom oil paint colors to take home. This one-day workshop runs from 12:00 PM–3:00 PM, and all supplies are provided.

Target Demographic

Teens and adults
Beginner to advanced artists
Oil painters, mixed-media artists, and creatives interested in materials and process
No prior paint-making experience required

Materials List

All materials are provided by the instructor, including:

Raw pigments
Oils and binders
Mullers and glass slabs
Containers for finished paint
Aprons and protective supplies
Participants do not need to bring anything.

Ticket Price $85 per participant

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Testimonials

					It is a very comfortable & interesting place. Enjoyed the Joshua Seth Mind Magic performance and all the artwork on the walls.				
					We had a time of your life. The Mind Magic was truly amazing.				
					Love these ladies. Friendly. Beautiful art, changed up often and great gift shop. If you’re looking for a great gift stop in				
					Very cool space, friendly and informative people. Attended a seminar of sorts and found it extremely helpful to those newer to the local art community.				
					My husband and I visited this art gallery about 4 yrs ago and boy does this place look so different. It's now so bright and the staff is so welcoming. Definitely a place to visit!				
					Marvelous 😍				
					Happy to be a member of this organization that does so much for the creative community here in Ocala!				
					Our family loves MCA! The art exhibits, various events, and gift shop are always delightful! We are so grateful to have such an incredible art!				
					As a local artist who supports the arts and would like the arts to support me, I am happy to join and participate at the Brick Center.				
					The Marion Cultural Alliance provides an entertaining and often enlightening diversion in our revitalized downtown as well as our wider community!				
					I am getting a chance with you to help me in a positive good way. Thank you much.				
					We hosted my mom's 60th birthday at the Brick City Center for the Arts. It is truly a hidden gem. The space was amazing, clean, and spacious. Working with the staff in coordinating the party was easy, and communication was phenomenal.				
					Great place!				
					Friendly, helpful and welcoming. They honestly 'get' artists and appreciate innovation and difference. They actually mean it when they say 'be creative'!				
					Keep making Ocala unique….				
					This organization is a beautiful testimony to the art community of Ocala and I could not be happier being a member.				
					It was my very first exhibit as a new member. The open reception was very nice. I hope to get to know more people as I get more involved.				
					The entire UpCycle idea for art is wonderful!				
					This was a fun, imaginative, and inspiring exhibit.				
					The Upcycled event was exciting and as an artist it is a "shot in the arm" to keep creating!				
					This was the BEST curated show so far! And of course they ALL are well done! Great Job!!!!! And excellent works of art.				
					Thank you for all of the hard work you do for artists!				
					Always a pleasure to submit to your monthly themes!				
					The Brick has offered a new crafter, artist, and recent resident here in Florida like myself, an avenue to express, and expand, my creative side. The Brick has given me an opportunity, and opened the door to endless enjoyment and exposure. Thank you.				
					I love exhibits at The Brick and I am thankful for such a group to be a part of. I have been waiting for an exhibit with that theme even though I almost always upcycle with all the themes.				
					The art gallery was nice, but they picked a terrible time to have a kids event. I walked in, and the room was filled with nude paintings on the walls. Kids were at the table in the middle of the room doing Easter themed cards. It's good that they did a kid event, but seeing as the event with all the nude paintings was supposed to be over the next day, they made a bad judgment call hosting a "family friendly" event with no warning of nudity on the online posting.				
					5 Stars because the event was great.				
					We love it here. We bought a brick in the courtyard and joined to support our local artists. We have purchased several Long Leg Horse prints that we love in our new home.				
					Very cool place where local artist can display their work.				
					This gallery is very supportive of artists, and its a little jewel in Ocala. I'm fortunate enough to be scheduled for a solo show from 2/3/23 to 2/18/23. @romartinezart				
					Great art and great place for events				
					Great place and great Art work!				
					Always so many fun events going on! Jaye, Ashley, Carol, and the rest of the staff and volunteers are always delightful. They keep changing things out, there is always something new to see and do. Love the idea of the kids yoga class, and really enjoy Sean T's music on Friday nights playing with the kids.				