For 25 years, OASIS Fine Art and Craft has been a cornerstone of artistic expression in Downtown Harrisonburg. What began as a collective effort to bring local art into a shared space has grown into a vibrant community of creators, teachers, volunteers, and supporters who continue to help the storefront operate and support the artists on a day-to-day basis.
Today, OASIS remains a place where artists connect with one another and with the community, and where visitors can experience beautiful handmade work. We talked to two of OASIS’s artists, Lynn Adams and Phil Adams, about their experience as OASIS artists and a part of the Downtown Harrisonburg art and business community.
“I have only been a member of OASIS for nine months, but in this time, I have come to know so many artists and patrons who have been integral parts of our art community for decades. Their commitments to sharing not only their art but also sharing art with the community have been an inspiration,” said Phil Adams.
OASIS Fine Art & Craft’s Role …