Visiting Artists Program 2016 – 2017

Visiting Artist Program 2016 – 2017 With this new school year we as juried artists in Best of Missouri Hands have another opportunity to serve the young people in our state. The Visiting Artist program exists to help inspire the students throughout the state of Missouri. To help students see working artists and hear about […]

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Updates from Greg Kluempers

My biggest news is the sale of 27 —- 20×24 framed black and white and color photographs of the St. Louis area to a law firm in Clayton MO.  Current: Two photos in the St. Louis Artists’ Guild exhibit “Illuminating the Night” Upcoming events: One photo accepted in Art Saint Louis exhibit “Mix Tape” Artists […]

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Subliminal: Hidden Messages – Cape Girardeau

Four members of the Ste. Genevieve Art Guild were chosen to be part of a national juried art exhibition titled “Subliminal: Hidden Messages,” presented by the Bank of Missouri in downtown Cape Girardeau this summer. From across the country, only 27 works were juried into the show. The four Guild artists accepted were Suzanne Thompson […]

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Tips from Peggy

Put Yourself Out There on the BOMH Web Site Peggy King, Bookkeeper and Web Administrator Both Juried Members AND General Members have the ability to post a profile picture on the member directories that can be viewed by all who visit the BOMH site.  So why isn’t that ability being fully utilized by the members?  […]

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MISSOURI ARTISTS FEATURED IN DISPLAY AT MISSOURI GOVERNOR’S MANSION

  Nine jewelry artist/studio members of the Missouri Artisans Association/Best of Missouri Hands have been selected to have their work displayed at the Missouri Governor’s Mansion as part of an ongoing partnership titled Best of Missouri Hands at The Mansion. Selected to display their one-of-a-kind jewelry are Claire Hasemeier of Elsberry, Andrea Q. Jira of […]

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Signature Status Obtained – Alicia Farris

Alicia Farris, following her acceptance into the 96th Annual International Exhibition of the National Watercolor Society was also awarded signature status to NWS.  The Exhibit will take place at the NWS Gallery in San Pedro California from October 22-Dec 18, 2016. Attached, End of the Line – mixed water media on paper by Alicia Farris  […]

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Colored Pencil Workshop – Cynthia Morris – Columbia Art League – Columbia, MO

There’s still time to join this Saturday’s Colored Pencil Workshop with the fabulous Cynthia Morris. Cynthia is a professional colored pencil artist and Ten-Year Merit Signature Member of the Colored Pencil Society of America, Juried Member of Best of Missouri Hands, Dick Blick sketchpad cover featured artist, and winner of multiple awards for her colored […]

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Abstract Dreams – Green Door Art Gallery – Webster Groves, MO

Green Door art gallery in Webster Groves Presents  “Abstract Dreams!” July 13 – September 2, 2016 Opening reception held on Friday, July 15,  from 5-9 p.m.   Green Door art gallery presents “Abstract Dreams!”  Reception will be Friday, July 15, 2016 from 5-9pm featuring the abstract realism of Terry Hinkle, colorist Carol Weis,  pastels and watercolors […]

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Billboard Art Competition – Hannibal, MO

ENTRIES SOUGHT FOR BILLBOARD ART COMPETITION – NEW YOUTH DIVISION ADDED – Contest Guidelines: http://www.hannibalarts.com/pdf_files/billboard-campaign-2016.pdf   Hannibal, MO – Entries are now being accepted for the 3rd Annual ART IN THE OPEN Billboard Art Competition to promote the arts and artists in the Hannibal area. A Youth Division has been added this year.  The top […]

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DOUBT – Gretchen Brigham Gallery – St. Louis, MO

Dear Artist, The Gretchen Brigham Gallery is excited to pass on this information about a juried art show in August named Doubt. The art show will be exhibited in our newly remodeled gallery during the opera Doubt starring Christine Brewer at Union Avenue Opera, www.union-avenueopera.org. Hundreds of opera goers will enjoy the show. Gallerist William […]

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New Exhibits to Open – August 12th – Foundry Art Centre – St. Charles, MO

COLLAGE AND ASSEMBLAGE EXHIBITION OPENS AUGUST 12TH AT THE FOUNDRY ART CENTRE St. Charles, MO – Assemblage and collage both involve the thoughtful combination of elements to create something new and original. Putting It Together: The Art of Assembling will showcase assemblage and collage pieces alongside one another in Gallery I & II from August […]

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Fork & Cork Festival – Macon, MO

CALL FOR ARTISTS   Fork & Cork Artisan Festival 2016   OUR FALL FESTIVAL ATTRACTS HIGH-END VISUAL ARTS, QUALITY CRAFTERS AND ANTIQUE DEALERS, WITH LIVE MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT, DELICIOUS FOODS, WINE AND SO MUCH MORE!   August 27, 2016   Macon, MO   For info and app. – website:  maconforkandcork.squarespace.com   Booth space 10 x 10 […]

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Trails West Festival – St. Joseph, MO

Celebrate Yesterday’s Heritage, Tomorrow’s Dream with this year’s Trails West!® Patrons’ Party   ST. JOSEPH, MO– Help us kick off the 24th Trails West!® festival with the Trails West!® Patrons’ Party. Please join us August 18 at 6:00 p.m. for an evening full of entertainment and a delicious meal.   Held in Civic Center Park, […]

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Repurposed Faire Festival – Monett, MO

The festival features vendors of antique, vintage and repurposed items, as well as fine art. Demonstrations of Dutch oven cooking, and art projects for kids are just a few of the special features visitors will have a chance to experience. Live music will play throughout the 2-day event, food and drink will be abundant. Sunday […]

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Artist Spotlight – Ellen Klamon

Artist Spotlight: Ellen Klamon by Kim Carr Without a doubt, you know you are pulling up to an artist’s home as you turn into Ellen Klamon’s driveway. The yard and porch are not decorated with the standard three-concrete-deer family…papa, mama and baby, or the ever popular garden gnome. Instead, you are treated to a quiet […]

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News Update from Darla Zook

Currently I have several paintings on exhibit at the Stems Plein Air Paint, Art at the Center. My painting, Clouds Roll Away, was one of five $100 winners during the two-hour Quick Paint at the Deanna Rose Farm on May 28, 2016. I am one of three featured artists at the West to Midwest exhibit […]

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New Encaustic Painting – Julie Ann Hume

This is an encaustic painting l have just finished 8×18 inches if you are not familiar with the process, many layers of colored wax, heated after each application and carved, scraped, or polished to get finished product, done before oil painting had been developed usually start with bleached bees wax and then added color pigments […]

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Sandblasting New Work – Kathlyn Miller

Out early sandblasting my kitty and peacock feather plates.   What gets made today is the end for another few years.   I’ve had this box since 1983.  It works, but I keep thinking about those new ones. Kathlyn’s work can be found at both Stone Soup Galleries in Chesterfield Mall and Bluestem Missouri Crafts in Columbia. […]

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