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ArtSmart Reviews
This was my very first association conference, and it did not disappoint! I had so much fun! And it was so nice to be able to meet some of the people whose art is the only thing you know of them. Putting names to faces, great conversation! Lots of laughs! A fabulous guest speaker! Mckenna Hallett […]
Vic Mastis to exhibit her piece, Velvety Tails
Vic Mastis’ pastel “Velvety Tails” was juried into the International Association of Pastel Societies Spring Juried Exhibition- 42nd Open Division Online. A big thank you to the jurors!! Link to the show: https://showsubmit.com/gallery/iaps-42nd-open-division-exhibition […]
Glass artist Barb Byrne shines bright in the new year
Award of the BOMH Professional Development Grant for 2023. I will be using it to explore the use of silk screens to design more complex subjects for my glass work. Participated in the Blue Springs Art League Fine Art Show in March. Awarded first place in Mixed Media for my City Skyline piece and third […]
Annie Webster to exhibit at the Margaret Harwell Museum
Annie Webster will have three pieces in the Missouri Fiber Artists member exhibit “MoFA in the House” at the Margaret Harwell Museum in Poplar Bluff. The exhibit will feature art quilts, weavings, embroidery, sculptures, and collage. The show runs May 6 – June 25, 2023. The piece pictured here is called “Bounty.” It is a […]
Dina Kowal wants you to meet her at the fair.
Dina Roedel Kowal….I will be an artist in residence at the Missouri State Fair. Located in the Fine Arts building, downstairs. Aug. 14-19. […]
Solo Exhibit for BOMH Photographer Carol Estes
I recently found out I will have a solo show for August and September at Paul Henry’s Art Gallery in Hammond, IN. The show will be: #shadesofshe. Juried BOMH photographer Carol Estes […]
MOCK JURY
Looking for an opportunity to get some positive and helpful feedback on your jury images? Then we have just the thing for you. The Best of Missouri Hands will have a Mock Jury session on Sunday April 16, 2023 at our ArtSmart conference in Columbia, Missouri. Do you exhibit at art shows or submit your […]
The BEAST
The BEAST will once again rear his head at the 2023 ArtSmart conference. Wait, wait….You ask, what is the BEAST? Well the BEAST is a table full of your art surplus goodies that you are looking to rehome. Yes, thats right…bring your extra brushes, papers, art magazines, supplies, equipment, whatever you have hanging around the […]
ArtSmart Registration Opens February 1, 2023
ArtSmart 2023April 14-16, 2023Stoney Creek HotelColumbia MO ArtSmart 2023 is scheduled for April 14-16, 2023 at the Stoney Creek Inn in Columbia MO. Information and registration can be found on the BOMH website starting February 1, 2023. ArtSmart REGISTRATION:$145 – Early Bird Discounted Registration Feb 1 – March 1, 2023$165 – Registration through deadline March […]
BOMH Professional Development Grant – APPLY NOW
While not specifically ArtSmart related, I would like to remind you that applications are available online until February 15th for the BOMH Professional Development Grant. All members may apply for a grant of $500 to put towards tools, equipment, workshops, whatever you need to help grow your art business. A .pdf application is available that you […]
Cost Saving Ideas for ArtSmart
Counting Pennies…WAYS TO SAVE ON ARTSMART 2023 Share a Ride: You can ride with others from your region to ArtSmart. Just put a notice on the BOMH Members Only FaceBook page that you’d like to share a ride and split the costs. Share a Room: Get together with your friends and share a room at […]
Dodie Eisenhauer ArtSmart Scholarship
Many know that we have a scholarship to help folks cover registration fees for the ArtSmart Conference. In honor of one of the Best of Missouri Hands founding members, Dodie Eisenhauer, we have named this scholarship after her. Dodie loved BOMH and was a much loved participant at ArtSmart’s past. BOMH has $500 budgeted each […]
Why Become a Juried Artist?
Many general members may wonder this. There are many reasons why you may choose to jury into Best of Missouri Hands. First you get to adorn your product with BOMH stickers and place the Juried Artist Banner in your booth at shows. While this may seem like a small detail, it does make for a […]
Shepherd of the Hills
CALLING ALL CRAFTERS Applications are LIVE for the upcoming Fall Craft Fair, September 8th-10th! We’d love for you to join us at this event and showcase your work. Find the application here: https://theshepherdofthehills.com/event […]
Show-Me Gourd Society
WE would like for everyone to know that the Show Me Gourd Society is now accepting applications for anyone interested in being a vendor at Annual show in Springfield Mo. April 15 and 16, 2023. If anyone is interested, please go the web page showmegourdsociety.org to find more info and for applications. Madonna Watermon […]
Amazon Smile
Since 2015, Best of Missouri Hands has participated in a program called Amazon Smile. On most purchases made by members who participated in the program, we received a 5% donation from Amazon. Members participated simply by indicating that their purchases should be credited to BOMH for the percentage to kick in. Amazon Smile has advised […]
Reorganize, Regenerate, Reimagine
by Allison l Norfleet Bruenger 2022 was a very Full, Exciting, and somewhat Daunting year. Many highs, and some lows graced the door of my little art business and I had to learn to ride that wave. There where so many new yet different experiences that it seemed to put me in a whirlwind state. […]
Frolic Leaders Wanted
Do you enjoy facilitating art activities in a casual environment? Do you yearn for creating art solely for art sake? Do you look forward to chatting with fellow artists in a festive setting? Well, I have a great opportunity for you!! Opening night of Artsmart features an exciting event called Friday Night Frolics! This is […]
Art Fair At Queeny Park Spring 2023 Applications
March 31, April 1 & 2, 2023St. Louis, MO GOOD NEWS to share!!! Application for Art Fair At Queeny Park Spring 2023 are now available! Click here for application www.zapplication.org and search for Art Fair At Queeny Park. If you have any technical issues with submitting your app, you can contact Zapp by clicking at […]
Cape Light Show 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACT: Kelly Downes/Alicia StullArts Council of Southeast [email protected] First Annual Cape Light Fest, 35 Years in the Making CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO— The Arts Council of Southeast Missouri, in collaboration with Cape County, is excited to announce a new holiday experience, 35 years in the making: The Cape Light Festival.So many of us can […]
News from the studio of Stacy Heydt
Things are hopping for me right now. Here’s a list of happenings… I’m in my 2nd year of teaching art to 6-11 year olds at Spiva’s Creation Station. It’s once a week on Tuesday afternoons for the Spiva Art Gallery in Joplin. We will be moving into the new art complex in November. The tapestry […]
Dave Walker Fiber Artists Featured in BOMH Missouri Life Magazine Ad July/Aug 2022
Fine art made from fabric…glued, sewn, stretched, matted, and framed under glass. I am a fiber artist working with the color, pattern, and texture of fabric. I enjoy the freedom, movement, and power while I cut up beautiful fabric and make something completely different out of it. Each work depicts a story of travel, a record of […]
MAKING Television Show Features BOMH Artists
ThinkTVNetwork. Join host Matt Burchett on a trip into the world of people who create innovate and build. “Making” explores the world of makers and encourages its viewers to unlock their creativity as well. By visiting with people who create something from nothing, “Making” celebrates old-world tradespeople, artists, entrepreneurs, and creative communities. Making is a local […]
Susie Tenzer attains her second signature with the Colored Pencil Society of America
Congratulations to Susie Tenzer for being juried into the Colored Pencil Society of America’s International Exhibition. With this acceptance she has attained her second signature with CPSA. […]
Vic Mastis offering a three-day oil painting workshop
Beginning Oil Painting Three Day Workshop – August 8 – 10 – Eureka Springs School of the Arts – – Eureka Springs, Arkansas Link: https://essa-art.org/workshops/painting-drawing/beginning-oil-painting-august-2022 Pictured: Morning Sail Medium: Oil Size: 12 x 9 Vic Mastis 314-402-1959 www.VicMastisArt.com […]
Pastel Painting Workshop with Vic Mastis
Pastels & Beyond – August 12 – 14 2022 – Three Day Pastel Paintings Workshop – Eureka Springs School of the Arts – Eureka Springs, Arkansas Link: https://essa-art.org/workshops/painting-drawing/pastels-and-beyond Pictured:Tranquility Medium: Pastel Size:9×12 […]
THE ART FAIR AT QUEENY PARK
SAVE THE DATE: The Art Fair at Queeny Park announces their spring show March 31, 1 & 2, 2023. Follow the Art Fair at Queeny Park on Facebook for announcements of when applications will open. https://www.facebook.com/ArtFairAtQueenyPark […]
Art-a-palooza
Artist interested in participating, email Nicole at [email protected] or come out and shop August 6, 2022 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. Located at the Kirkwood Community Center 111 South Geyer Road in Kirkwood 63122 […]
BOMH sculpture artist Jessie Cargas has work on display at Lambert Airport
My Steel Ribbons exhibit is now at the St. Louis Lambert Airport, by the ticketing counters. Now until December 14!! […]
Letter from the BOMH President
It is hard to believe we are halfway through the year already! The summer solstice has past and days are beginning to get shorter. I hope the summer season is treating you well! Whether it’s a busy schedule of art festivals and shows, family gatherings and barbecues, or quiet evenings listening to the frogs while […]
Bicentennial Mural Permanently Installed in Jefferson City
The MO Bicentennial Mural was permanently installed on the wall overlooking the cafeteria inside the Truman Building in Jefferson City. The dedication/reveal took place on June 23, 2022. From the mural’s inception in June 2018 to its completion in June 2021, this project was a huge undertaking. Best of MO Hands artists Barb Bailey and […]
Good News from Barb Byrne Glass Artist
My swallowtail shadow box butterfly won a third-place ribbon in the Sculpture category at the Town & Country Fine Art Show in Pleasant Hill. (Pictured) Several pieces of my glass art are on display at the Room for Art Gallery in Washington, Mo and I will be a featured artist in the gallery for the […]
Nina Miller uses RAC grant to create new art
I was recently awarded a grant from RAC (Regional Arts Commission of St. Louis) to further explore my connection to my Jewish faith. I have created Judaic glass art for several years, and after taking a ceramics class I wanted to expand my Judaic art to include hand-built clay pieces. I will use the grant […]
Pat Berkbigler BOMH Candidate for Board of Directors 2022-2023
Pat Berkbigler / Fulton, MO I am a retired elementary school teacher, after 31 rewarding years in public education. When I tell people I was a teacher they immediately respond with, “So you taught art?” The answer to that is “No”. Through all my years in education, none of them involved taking or teaching art […]
Wanda Tyner BOMH Candidate for Board of Directors 2022-2023
Wanda Tyner / Lee’s Summit Wanda Tyner’s nature-inspired glass artwork depicts a story that flows from realistic representations to abstract interpretations including 3D elements that add depth and cool reflections. Wanda manipulates and forms glass into shapes with heat, flow, dimension, patterns and texture bringing vibrant colors to life. With kiln-casting she creates 3D textural designs […]
Linda Passeri BOMH Candidate for Board of Directors 2022-2023
Linda Passeri / Springfield, MO I learned to wield a brush in a sign shop, from older painters who did their best to pass on techniques for rendering letters, pictorials, and flourishes. The style I refer to as “Psychedelic Nouveau” is a result and a mix of those early influences. I create poster-like compositions with […]
Alison Martz-Bozarth BOMH Candidate for Board of Directors 2022-2023
Alison Martz-Bozarth graduated from Webster University with a Bachelors in Fine Arts and an Emphasis in Illustration in 2017. She was the first Illustration Emphasis at that school, having helped forge the program during her time there where she experimented with medium and style to find a look that was truly her. Having long considered […]
Garnetta Sullivan BOMH Candidate for Board of Directors 2022-2023
Garnetta Sullivan Sedalia, MO Garnetta Sullivan was raised in Jefferson City, Missouri, where her interest in oil painting began at age 10. She painted her first oil on canvas with the guidance of her soft-spoken artistic grandfather who influenced her life with his art and loving manner. The flame was lit and she began her […]
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NEWEST JURIED ARTISTS!
Summer Jury Session 2022 has come to an end. Please help us in congratulating the newest juried artists! Clockwise L-R Greg Holden-Photography Garrett Jackson-Painting Angie Johnson-Clay Ida Hoffmann-Photography Mari Moore-Clay Gloria Gaus-Painting Barb Hueting-Jewelry Well done, Artists! Opening yourself to this process is both thrilling and scary. We all know as artists, many of us […]
Alicia Farris Featured in Missouri Life Magazine Ad
Congratulations to juried BOMH artist Alicia Farris. Currently the Best of Missouri Hands is running a series of ads in the Missouri Life Magazine. Based in Booneville, MO, the magazine is read by 130,000 or so Missourians each issue. One of the perks of being a juried BOMH artist, is that you get a page […]
Spring Has Sprung 2022
Spring is upon us here in Missouri. The Earth is waking up from a long winter’s rest. Green growth sprouts up from the ground, flowers begin to bloom, days are getting longer, and birds are preparing their nests. You can feel the excitement as the season awakens to new possibilities. I take this time of […]
Tresa Killion featured in Rural Missouri Magazine
When Tresa Killion was handed her first ball of clay 30 years ago, she was unimpressed and had no interest in the craft. Today, she’s a Best of Missouri Hands potter. Read her story at: https://ruralmissouri.org/taking-shape/ Article and photos by Zak Smith of Rural Missouri Magazine Note: Congratulations to Tresa for this wonderful feature. She […]
14th Fork & Cork Festival August 20, 2022 Macon, MO
LET’S MAKE MACON A DESTINATION! The Macon Area Chamber of Commerce sponsors the annual Fork & Cork Festival in downtown Macon every fall. Our festival attracts high end visual art artisans, master craftsmen as well as quality antiques dealers. Enjoy jazz, blues, country and swing band musicians entertaining throughout the day. Great food and tasty […]
Martin Spilker Recognized for Success in Photography
BETHEL, MO, March 08, 2022 /24-7PressRelease/ — Martin Spilker has been included in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process. Having […]
Applications Open for Art in the Park St. Louis
Dear Artists, We’re back! I am happy to inform you that after a two-year absence, Art in the Park St. Louis Hills will celebrate its 16th year. This is a boutique show with a limited number of spaces. We aim for high quality at reasonable prices to go with the small-town feel created by our […]
Fiber Artist Dave Walker to Exhibit at Orr Street Studio’s
I just finished “Good Morning America!“ I am ready to take it to my framer. Finished size will be approximately 50×34. Fabric collage, bonded and sewn. This will be ready for my show “Familiar Views” next month at the Orr Gallery in Columbia, MO. Orr Street Studio’s 106 Orr Street, Columbia, MO 65201. Opening reception […]
Barbara Todd awarded People’s Choice
What a fabulous piece of art!! Barbara Todd was honored with the “People’s Choice “award at the 2022 Blue Springs Art League Fine Art Show!!! […]
Nela Navarrine has work on exhibit at the St. Louis Artists Guild
Visions of the American Landscape Exhibition April 8-May 7, 2020 St. Louis Artists Guild. In operation, since 1886, the St. Louis Artists’ Guild is a nationally known arts center and the oldest arts organization west of the Mississippi. Currently, located in the iconic, mid-century modern Famous-Barr department store our contemporary gallery space boasts 16-foot ceilings […]
Busy Bees on exhibit at Heartland 4 Glass Show
I am honored and excited to have “Busy Bees” included along with 18 other glass artists in the Heartland 4 Glass Show on display at the Belger Crane Yard Gallery (2011 Tracy Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64108), “through May 7th this picture is from opening night. The gallery includes the featured ceramic artwork as well […]
5th Annual Summer Solstice Art Fair
This is the final call for artist applications to our 5th Annual Summer Solstice Art Fair in Moon City Creative District. All interested artists are encouraged to apply for this juried event. Applications are due by April 29th, 2022 and all accepted artists will be notified by May 6, 2022. Download your application from our […]
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