Orange County Center For Contemporary Art — Attraction in Santa Ana

• WARNING TO ARTISTS *

I participated as an artist in an OCCCA exhibition. Detailed repacking instructions for return of artwork (with photographs!) went ignored. They literally placed the framed oil painting in the box, then shoved all packing materials (including 4 form corners that should have been attached to the frame) to one end of the box, taped it shut, and called it a day.

The expensive frame was severely damaged. This is shameful! Communication with exhibiting artists always comes from the Director. In this instance, nothing ever came from the Director, all communication was from someone whose title was "secretary", who ultimately handled return shipping of my now damaged painting over to an off-site person at some college down the...

Never disappoints. Larger gallery that looks from the outside, and paired with the Bear Gallery right next door. The receptions are not to be missed... And they are no longer missed because their new directors have finally got this place organized! Finally doing a wonderful job. Excellent young pianist Saturday, good people, good snacks, a nice champagne, and a thoroughly...

We were invited for a friend's opening night and were pleasantly surprised to find that the art walk was also happening at the same time. We enjoyed the gallery and got to walk around and enjoy more art, food, and music afterwards. This art district is a must! Thanks for inviting us to your gallery opening,...