Amber Sharples

Art Lover | Executive Director @OKArtsCouncil | Flamenco dancer in my next life | Working Mom | Tweets are my own

[Amber Sharples @Amber_Sharples]

@okhistory @timekiller_s @USNatArchives The @OKArtsCouncil commissioned a painting of the Choctaw Code Talkers from World War I for the Oklahoma State Capitol through Art in Public Places, the state’s percent for public art program! A great story added to the People’s Art!

https://t.co/sQDOJWHxxE

[Amber Sharples @Amber_Sharples]

A great way to start 2024 Indigenous Peoples’ Day at the State Capitol, hosted by our @OKArtsCouncil Visual and Public Art team! Special thanks to two artists that led our tour, Sarah Adams (Choctaw Nation) and Lucas Simmons (Cherokee Nation)!

[Oklahoma Arts Council @OKArtsCouncil]

Oklahoma Arts Council Executive Director @Amber_Sharples reflects on the life and legacy of Louisa McCune of @kirkpatrickfdn, a standard-bearing voice in the world of arts and more in Oklahoma. https://t.co/DxonoWRh3B

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Ready to get our kicks on Route 66! Excitement at kickoff and logo reveal led by Route 66 Commission Chairman ⁦⁦@LtGovPinnell⁩, and honorary chairs-all former governors-to share the economic power of tourism (including arts/cultural), powered by the Mother Road!

[Amber Sharples @Amber_Sharples]

Thankful to the greatest generation. In awe of their commitment to democracy and the sacrifices for the free world. Grateful for them this 80th anniversary of D-Day.

[PBS News @NewsHour]

LISTEN: Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower's message to Allied forces taking part in D-Day on June 6, 1944:

"The eyes of the world are upon you. The hopes and prayers of liberty-loving people everywhere march with you."

[Amber Sharples @Amber_Sharples]

A personal interest post - as a lifelong flamenco student, I am excited that this film is being featured tonight @OKCMOA as part of the @deadcenter Festival! So bummed to miss it! https://t.co/JaI3iXRbG9

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Today was a historic day at The People’s House w/unveiling of Northwest quadrant (panel 3 of 4) of “Labor Omnia Vincit” by artist Lucas Simmons! Great work ⁦⁦@OKArtsCouncil⁩ staff, led by our VPA team, showcasing the people, work ethic and diverse industries in NW OK!

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Congratulations to @PaseoOKC ED Amanda Bleakley and her team and the creative artists/businesses that enrich our communities! Great work @cityofokc Mayor @davidfholt and Council member @jdcooper88 for investment in streetscapes-in an arts district-engines of economic development!

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Congrats to ⁦@oaiquartz⁩ for the winning both the grand award and the arts & humanities category at ⁦@OKCNP⁩ ONE Awards! Great to also experience the recognition of great work of ⁦@GreenwoodRising⁩ and ⁦@OKOpry⁩ in the a&h category! Way to go ARTS sector!

[Amber Sharples @Amber_Sharples]

Yesterday 500+ artists and arts nonprofit reps came together, expressing our gratitude to state leaders for $10m historic arts ARPA funding! Thanks to our incredible @OKArtsCouncil team, partners @AlliedArtsOKC + @artsintulsa, amd advocacy by @ok4arts! So grateful!

[Brandy McDonnell @BAMOK]

.@OKArtsCouncil, @AlliedArtsOKC, @artsintulsa celebrate as 182 #Oklahoma nonprofit arts organizations set to benefit from $10M in #ARPA funds https://t.co/jNDCZcIXt5

[Amber Sharples @Amber_Sharples]

Starting off morning at @okcchamber event featuring convo b/w Board Chair Teresa Rose and @GovStitt talking federal engagement, state policy priorities, and developing this year’s state budget.

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For the 17 years that I have worked at the @OKArtsCouncil, Lou Kerr has been a force for all things art. Her impact in preserving the art treasures at the Capitol and ensuring arts access were unmatched. She will be greatly missed. Prayers and love to her family.

[Mayor David Holt @davidfholt]

Lou Kerr supported countless causes in Oklahoma City across decades. We send our deepest condolences to her family. She will be missed.

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[Amber Sharples @Amber_Sharples]

Congrats to Brent Greenwood, the 2024 @redearthinc Honored One! So grateful for your commitment to the arts, Native arts and the cultural fabric of our state. You are an incredible artist and such a kind person-so happy that your hard work and commitment are recognized!

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Getting fired up for Youth Arts Day at the Capitol w/performance (warming up pre ceremony at 10am) by Silver Strings from ⁦@PutnamCityOK⁩! ⁦@OklahomaArtEd⁩ ⁦@OKArtsCouncil⁩

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The five finalists for Oklahoma’s @PoetryOutLoud state competition just announced! Headed to the last round! @OKArtsCouncil @okaplus @NEAarts @PoetryFound

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Welcome Whitney Cross from ⁦@okcballet⁩ to ⁦@okcrotary⁩ - love each new club member from our arts sector to leverage our industry’s representation and impact in the city and state!

[Amber Sharples @Amber_Sharples]

What a day! 2024 Bob Wills Day @ Capitol is a wrap and huge success! Thanks to @OKArtsCouncil, @okhistory + @OKPOPTulsa staff plus gratitude to @OKFilmMusic and $ support from @KCMAAA! Special thanks to @JaySteagall and Sen. JoAnna Dossett for co-sponsoring the event w/us!

[Amber Sharples @Amber_Sharples]

The next generation of Oklahoma Western Swing dancers in the works! @Bob Wills Day at the Capitol 2024 ⁦@OKArtsCouncil⁩ ⁦@okhistory⁩ ⁦@OKPOPTulsa⁩ ⁦@KCMAAA⁩

[Amber Sharples @Amber_Sharples]

Trait Thompson and I had a great time on @koconews sharing the excitement for Bob Wills Day at the Capitol next Monday! A great collaboration of our agencies - celebrating the arts and history in our state and nation! @OKArtsCouncil @okhistory

[Oklahoma Arts Council @OKArtsCouncil]

Thanks @koconews for inviting @OKArtsCounciland @okhistory to share about next Monday’s Bob Wills Day at the Capitol. Oklahomans can enjoy a full day of live Western swing music for free on the second floor of the State Capitol.

[Amber Sharples @Amber_Sharples]

It was energizing, fun + informative to kick off our staff meeting learning more about Bob Wills to prep for the 2nd Bob Wills Day at the Capitol next Monday! Thanks Oklahoma Swing for sharing the history and music legacy of the King of Western Swing w/@OKArtsCouncil staff!

[Oklahoma Arts Council @OKArtsCouncil]

Oklahoma Swing performing for our staff mtg this morning! See them at Bob Wills Day at the Capitol, Monday, March 4 at 2:00 pm! A full day of Western swing starts at 10:00 a.m. in the second-floor rotunda. @okhistory @KCMAAA