Dayton Society of Artists - DSA

06/02/2026

The Dayton Society of Artists (DSA) is pleased to announce the promotion of Tamiko Stump to the role of Executive Director.

Since joining us as our Gallery Director, Tamiko has been an invaluable part of the DSA family. She consistently goes above and beyond for our gallery, our artists, and the broader Dayton community. Her exceptional dedication, problem-solving skills, and deep passion for the arts made this promotion a natural next step for our organization.

"Tamiko brings energy, dedication, and a deep commitment to this organization every single day... We are excited to see her step into the role of Executive Director and help lead DSA into the future." -Julie Riley, President of the Board of Directors

Please join us in congratulating Tamiko on her well-deserved promotion!

06/02/2026

✏️ There's still time to sign up!
Join Greg Dearth for an instructed n**e figure drawing session at the Dayton Society of Artists. This workshop offers guided instruction, demonstrations, and feedback while working from a live n**e model.
📅 Saturday, June 6
⏰ 9:30 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Dayton Society of Artists
💲 Members: $20
💲 Non-Members: $30
Registration closes June 5.
Bring your own drawing materials and spend the morning sharpening your observational skills, studying the figure, and drawing alongside fellow artists.
Register today: https://daytondsa.org/event-6681997

06/02/2026

Dayton Society of Artists Member, Michele Bondurant.
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06/02/2026

06/01/2026

🎨 Artist Spotlight: Haley Slone 🌈
Haley Slone Art Studio
Thank you to Haley Slone for spending part of Saturday painting in the North Arcade Gallery during Faces of Pride!
Visitors had the opportunity to see Haley at work while exploring Rick Flynn’s powerful exhibition celebrating members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Live demonstrations like these offer a unique glimpse into the artistic process and help bring the gallery experience to life.
If you missed Haley’s live painting session, there’s still plenty of time to visit Faces of Pride, on view through July 3, 2026, at the North Arcade Gallery in the Dayton Arcade.
📍 North Arcade Gallery, Dayton Arcade
🖼️ Faces of Pride by Rick Flynn
📅 On view through July 3, 2026
Thank you, Haley, for sharing your talent and creativity with the community, and thank you to everyone who continues to support local artists and arts programming in downtown Dayton.

06/01/2026

🎨🐇 Come celebrate the artists who make Dayton such a vibrant and creative place to call home.
Join us for When Rabbits Fly, a one-night-only art experience and benefit event supporting the Dayton Society of Artists.
Experience an evening filled with artwork, live figure drawing, collaborative painting, artist interviews, auctions, music by DJ Kimyon, delicious bites from Sama's Sweet Kitchen, and the chance to connect with Dayton's creative community.
✨ Watch artists create live.
🖼️ Purchase original artwork.
🎟️ Support local artists and the Dayton Society of Artists.
📅 Saturday, June 27, 2026
⏰ 6:00–9:00 PM
📍 118 N Jefferson Street, Dayton
🎟️ $45 General Admission
Tickets: https://daytondsa.org/event-6691087

06/01/2026

🎨🚗 DSA Field Trip Alert!
Join the Dayton Society of Artists for a special visit to Spontaneous Connection at Sinclair Community College's Triangle Gallery.
📅 Tuesday, June 16, 2026
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Sinclair Community College Triangle Gallery
Meet Dayton Society of Artists board members and exhibiting artists Elisha Frontz and Roxanne Grooms as they discuss their work and creative collaboration.
✨ The exhibition features individual and collaborative mixed media works exploring pattern, structure, texture, color, and connection. This is a great opportunity to engage directly with the artists and enjoy an afternoon of art and conversation with fellow creatives.
🖼️ Spontaneous Connection remains on view through June 25, 2026.
Free and open to all!

06/01/2026

Dayton Society of Artists Member, Michael Higgins.
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05/31/2026

Dayton Society of Artists Member, Linnea Albers.
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