Supporting Illinois' Arts Sector

The OH Art Foundation (OHAF) was established in 2013 by visual artist and arts educator InJung Oh. Based on Chicago’s South Side, OHAF is dedicated to celebrating diversity through accessible art and cultural programming. The organization focuses on amplifying underrepresented voices and fostering a deeper understanding of diverse cultures through shared creative experiences. Committed to arts education, OHAF provides culturally inspired art programs for children and youth, supporting their social and emotional development.

OHAF will host its 4th Annual Asian Pacific American Festival of the Arts from May 1 through July 12, 2026, across various locations in Chicago’s Bridgeport neighborhood. The opening reception will be held on May 15, 2026, at OHAF’s second-floor gallery space (1029 W 35th St., Chicago), located inside the Zhou B Art Center. The festival, titled Still After: Threads of Remembrance, showcases over 100 creatives, including artists, curators, dancers, and musicians. Attendees are invited to explore the Zhou Brothers’ artwork collections, view the open-call group exhibition curated by Yi Cao, and enjoy live performances, including Talchum (Korean mask dance); daegeum by Cheong-ra Ha; and contemporary ozashiki shamisen by Tatsu Aoki. In addition to the festival, OHAF is currently presenting Sarcasm, an exhibition curated by the Korean Students Association at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and Phototaxis, curated by Ian Kang and Yun Lee.

According to Executive Director InJung Oh, “We serve the community, and we celebrate diversity. The IAC has been an anchor organization contributing to OHAF’s growing community impact." Follow the link below to RSVP for current events and learn more about OHAF's community festival.

Irene Hsiao is a dancer, writer, and multidisciplinary artist. Known for creating performances that engage with visual art in various public spaces, Irene has built a reputation for her site-specific and participatory performance installations. Her artistic journey includes significant residencies and fellowships, such as being the inaugural Artist in Residence at the Smart Museum of Art and a Radicle Resident at the Hyde Park Art Center. Irene's work continues to bridge cultural and artistic boundaries, drawing audiences into an interactive dialogue with her creative expressions. Irene is currently the first Artist in Residence at the Chinese Fine Arts Society.

On May 16, Irene will present Shared Earth Flowing Water: Seed, a free community event at the Set in Stone Gathering Space in the Burnham Wildlife Corridor. This program blends dance, music, and native prairie planting, offering a unique way to celebrate spring and AAPI Heritage Month. Created in partnership with the Chinese American Museum of Chicago, the Field Museum, and the Chicago Park District, the event invites participants to engage in a stewardship activity, enhancing their connection to the natural world. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP and come prepared for an afternoon of artistic and environmental exploration.

"Shared Earth Flowing Water is a series dedicated to peace, community, and the natural world," said Irene. "The series will continue this summer with the return of Guardians of the Earth and Sky, a music, dance, storytelling, and art-making adventure inspired by Chinese constellations."