Upcoming Programs

The OHAG Board Program Co-Chairpersons, Lisanne Gollub and Mihika Kulkarni, schedule 5-6 programs during the year, combining demonstrations, field trips, and hands-on experiences. 2024-25 workshops included field trips to the Triton Museum of Art and Bay Area Glass Institute, as well as hands-on introductions to rag wreath construction, alcoholic ink painting, macramé, cardmaking, and needle felted appliqué. Programs are open to Guild members and the public, and are a great chance to observe and try various art forms throughout the year.

We hope to see you at a program this year, and welcome your thoughts for future art programs. Art brings us together!

You can check out our previous programs, for an idea of the range of activities offered.

Photography Stroll at the Shinn House
Thursday, April 23, 2026

On Thursday, April 23, 2026, the Olive Hyde Art Guild hosted an inspiring Photography Stroll through the gardens of Fremont’s Historic Shinn House. Led by Guild president and photographer Scott Capen, the session offered participants a leisurely way to explore the beauty of spring while refining their technical skills.

The workshop was designed for all skill levels, emphasizing that great photography is about vision rather than expensive equipment. Scott explained concepts like the rule of thirds, orientation, and using the background to highlight the subject. Participants brought a variety of tools, from professional DSLRs to iPhones, as Scott shared practical tips and tricks for capturing the vibrant flowers and foliage of the season. The historic Shinn House proved to be an ideal location, offering myriad blooms that attracted butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees. This lively environment provided endless opportunities to practice capturing subjects in both bright light and dappled shade.

The atmosphere was relaxing and collaborative, allowing everyone to go home with a collection of high-quality photographs and a better understanding of nature photography within one of Fremont’s hidden gems.