Arts Council of Southeast Missouri Newsletter – Volume 3: Issue 34

This group meets every Wednesday evening, from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm at the Arts Council galleries, to hone their drawing skills. The majority of the sessions will draw from a live model.

There is a $5 fee per night to cover cost of models.

Easy techniques are taught, discussed and created in short sessions including printmaking, painting, cards, collage and a gallery tour. No experience necessary. Supplies are provided. Register by Sept. 1.

September 15, from 10 am – 3 pm

Ste. Genevieve art galleries offer visitors the opportunity to view the works of local and regional artists displaying a variety of art forms. Many businesses in the Historic District participate by extending their store hours during the Fourth Friday Art Walk. Start your tour at the Welcome Center where you can view two important art collections, as well as pick up a map to the galleries. Refreshments are served at various locations.

Bring your friends and enjoy a leisurely stroll among the shops, restaurants, and art galleries of downtown Ste. Genevieve.

Friday, August 28 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm

KRCU presents the 8th Annual Concert in a Cave at Cave Vineyard, in Ste. Genevieve on Friday, August 28, 2015 featuring folk artists “Snorty Horse.” A social hour will include wine tastings provided by Cave Vineyard with catering by Ciao. All guests will receive a KRCU souvenir wine glass.

Cathy Barton, Dave Para, Michael Fraser, & Tenley Hansen came together to form the folk group Snorty Horse. Cathy & Dave give dynamic performances acclaimed for their variety and expertise in both vocal and instrumental styles. Michael and Tenley specialize in high-energy music rooted in Celtic and old time traditions. Collaborating together as Snorty Horse their combined experience and passion will give audiences a new perspective on folk music.

Friday, August 28 with a social hour at 6:00 pm and the concert beginning at 7:30 pm

Tunes at Twilight is a free Friday evening outdoor concert series held at the Common Pleas Courthouse Gazebo, located at the corner of Lorimer and Broadway, in historic Old Town Cape. For six weeks in the spring and six weeks in the fall, families and friends from around the region come to enjoy an evening of entertainment and community. This week’s performance will be by Bottle Rocket Cabaret.

Friday, August 28 at 6:30 pm

Southeast Missouri offers a wide variety of opportunities to view nature at its finest throughout all four seasons. Stop by in September to see “My Favorite Places,” a collection of photography by Linda Hutson.

September 1 – September 30, from 8 am – 5 pm

Artists and Crafters – We would like to invite you to participate in the Annual Fall Oktoberfest held on Saturday, October 10th and Sunday, October 11th. The cost is $10.00 for a space. In past years Diebold’s has had over 5,000 plus visitors during their Oktoberfest. This is a family friendly event and the activities include: Family Hay Rides and Tours, Corn Maze, Apple Butter Making, Scarecrow Making Competition, Pumpkin Carving Competition, Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Chili and Hot Apple Cider served. Space is limited.

For more information, or to reserve a space, please contact Barb at dieboldorchards@gmail.com or at 573-545-3571

The Luminary Residency Program (St. Louis, MO) supports exceptional emerging artists, curators and critics engaging the world of contemporary art by providing dedicated time and a supportive working environment. The program is open to all artistic, curatorial and critical practices but uniquely supports the research, development and presentation of work that utilizes innovative forms and unconventional structures such as alternative spaces and economies, publications and writing, archives, collaborations, artist-led projects and socially engaged practices.

Residencies are available year-round from one week up to three months. Please note that the program is not active in August or December. Applications are now open and due Tuesday, September 1 for all 2016 residencies. To apply, please fill out the online application. Please note there is a non-refundable $25 application fee.

Sponsored by the Arkansas Pastel Society at the Butler Center for Arkansas Studies. Over $3500 in awards, including a $1500 grand prize. Juror: Stan Sperlak. Open to all artists at least 18 years old. Entries must be at least 80% soft or oil pastel, and must be original, unpublished and executed within the last three years. Nonmember entry fee: $30 for 1 entry, $15 each additional. Commission: 40%.

Each year, the Community Arts Center in Danville, Kentucky hosts Horizon: Contemporary Landscape, an exhibit designed to test the limits of what we think of when we hear the word “landscape,” blurring the lines between the traditional and experimental. While many artists portray classic landscape paintings, others delve into more abstract realms, submitting everything from collage and photography to mixed media and cast metal sculpture. This exhibit is juried, which means that jurors or judges select which paintings will be displayed. A first, second and third prize are also given by the jurors to the artists whose works display artistic excellence and strength of execution.

Graphic novels have exploded in popularity over the past two decades, but what are they exactly? Isn’t graphic novel just a fancy term for comic book? This talk will examine how graphic novels paint with words and talk with pictures and how those two elements combine to embody a unique storytelling experience. Refreshments will also be served.

Wednesday, August 26 from Noon – 1:00 pm

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