Category: Newsletters
Painted Wren Gallery – Paint For A Cause – Easter Seals
Juried Best of Missouri Hands artist Carleen Johns visited the gallery and painted for our current ’cause’ …. Easter Seals. Thanks, Carleen! […]
Hannibal Art Council partners with Hannibal Public Schools
Another full day of Summer School! Love our partnership with Hannibal Public Schools! Pictured, Juried BOMH artist Brenda Beck Fischer […]
New Work in Etsy Shop – Susie Tenzer
New in my Etsy shop Juried BOMH artist Susie Tenzer […]
Waverly House – Summer Show – Springfield, MO
The Waverly House Gifts & Gallery Summer Show Features Juried BOMH Ceramic Artist Terri Balden. Outstanding article by Camille Dautrich in the Springfield News-Leader about our current show! Celebrate the beauty of summer at Waverly House Gifts and Gallery this month and next with an exhibit of pottery, jewelry and collage. Area artists Terri Balden, […]
New Gallery Location – Terri Myer
I am excited to invite you to visit the new Fine Art of Missouri gallery! A second location has opened at West County Center at 270 and Manchester near Bravo and McCormick and Schmick’s restaurants. Look for my work here. The original location can still be found on the upper level of Chesterfield Mall across from the AT&T […]
Callaway Plein Air Winner – Catherine Mahoney
Congratulations to Catherine Mahoney for winning 3rd Place at Callaway Plein Air 2016 with “Mokane Peace and Rest”. Be sure to come by and see this Don’t miss the opportunity to see this moving imagery piece in person. Catherine has been creating impressions of “colorful light” in pencil drawings, batiks, watercolors, pastels, oils and photos […]
BOMH Artist Featured in 417 Magazine – Jennifer Farr
Debbie shared…..Opened my 417 Magazine this morning!! Thrilled to see You! I know we love our J. Rae Pottery pieces and custom pieces! Great article. I am proud of you, you are very talented & creative. Nice job 417! — reading 417 Magazine. Juried BOMH artist Jennifer Floyd-Farr […]
Look for J&S Turnings at the Best of Missouri Market
Join us September 30-October 2 for the 25th anniversary of the Best of Missouri Market at the Missouri Botanical Garden! www.mobot.org/market Juried BOMH Studio artists Jay & Sherry Phillips of J&S Turnings […]
Great Kayaking Adventure – Astral Glass – New Haven, MO
Gary and Lance’s excellent adventure. The newest issue of Yadda Yadda features Gary and Lance and information about their kayak journey that they will be making down the Missouri river in July and August. Includes information on how to track their progress and Facebook posts. One of the major reasons why we are making the […]
The Cottage – Linda Green-Metzler
“The Cottage” is a commission just completed of a beloved get-away on Red House Island in the St. Joe River in Michigan enjoyed by generations of Blairs, Herlihys, Campbells, Greens and scores of other family members and friends. Special thanks to Susanna Campbell for inviting me to paint it! Juried BOMH artist Linda Green-Metzler […]
Tribute to Prince – Sherry Salant
What better way to advertise my own art-when doves cry by Sherry Salant Juried BOMH artist Sherry Salant […]
9th Annual Fork & Cork Festival – Macon, MO
We would like to take this opportunity to invite you to show at our fall festival here in Macon, MO. Vendor space is still available. 9th ANNUAL FORK & CORK FESTIVAL AUGUST, 27, 2016 MACON, MO LET’S MAKE MACON A DESTINATION! The Mainstreet Macon Downtown Association, MMDA, sponsors the annual Fork & Cork […]
Artists Boutique – Call for Artists – Kirkwood, MO
CALL FOR ARTISTS: !!!!!ARTISTS BOUTIQUE FALL EVENT!!!!! Our next show is NOV 5 & 6, 2016. The Artists Boutique application is available now. You can submit your application via Entry Thingy by going to our website www.ArtistsBoutique.org and clicking apply. If you have any questions please email us at ArtistsBoutique@gmail.org or […]
Fresh Gallery – Featured Artist for June Alicia Farris – Springfield, MO
Featured artist for the month of June is Alicia Farris. Farris is one of the original members of Fresh Gallery, having been a member since its inception over seven years ago. Farris is currently serving as Gallery Coordinator and loves being involved in every aspect of Fresh. Farris paints in acrylic, oil and is a […]
St. Louis Watercolor Winner – Janine Helton
My painting, “Korea Veteran” was accepted into the St. Louis Watercolor Society’s 17th Annual Exhibition! And I’m very honored to report that it has was chosen for the Award of Excellence! Thank you, Juried BOMH artist Janine Helton www.janheltonartworks.com FB: Jan Helton Watercolors […]
Award of Achievement – St. Louis Watercolor Society – Alicia Farris
Alicia Farris was proud to receive Award of Achievement at the 17th Annual Juried Exhibition of the St. Louis Watercolor Society for her watercolor, “Always on the Bright Side”. The exhibit is in St. Charles, Mo. during the month of April at Missouri Artists on Main Gallery. Many thanks to juror, Sterling Edwards for […]
CALL FOR ARTIST: Art in the Park – Springfield, MO
Art in the Park – Fine Art – Contemporary Craft Show & Sale in Springfield, MO The guild produces Art in the Park, a fine art contemporary craft show and sale, the second weekend in October each year. The show is held in Sequiota Park in Springfield, Missouri under the sponsorship of The Springfield-Greene County […]
Maureen McHale Photo
Bullfrog image by Best of Missouri Hands member, Maureen McHale. Maureen often exhibits at the Kirksville Arts Center and yearly at the Missouri State Fair in Sedalia. […]
New Work – Dan Burleson
I got 8 bowls made for my summer shows to give some variety to my booth. They are Maple, Cherry, and Black Walnut. Basket Illusion bowl Maple 8 1/2” wide 2” tall with weaving around the edge. I need to make another batch but I got 150 tops done. Textured, airbrushed, hand painted, pearl Ex […]
Goddard Gallery Exhibit – Featuring Julie Sieving
My painting depicting Scott Joplin’s music “Silver Swan Rag” will be hanging in the State Fair Community College’s Goddard Gallery during the Scott Joplin festival through August. Stop by this summer and see all the art made for the festival. Juried BOMH artist Julie Sieving Color to Canvas. […]
Show Me Gourd Society Recap by Sophia deLaat
2016 Gourd Art Festival Held April 9th and 10th in Springfield at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds Written by Sophia deLaat In the midst of my crazy life I am so fortunate to be a part of the unique and artistic world of gourds. Every year societies across the United States put on a celebration to […]
Peggy King’s work featured in Glass Art Today 2
It’s Official. Schiffer Publishing has released its Glass Art Today 2 book. Pages 100-101 feature my Jazz Seasons panels and two of my dichroic plates. What an honor! http://www.schifferbooks.com/art-glass-today-2-5943.html Juried BOMH artist Peggy King *Note: More than 70 contemporary international glass artists’ works leap from these pages in dynamic photos, alongside the makers’ own explanations […]
News update from juried BOMH artist Lorraine McFarland
I was a winner of the FASO Bold Brush Outstanding Pastel Award in January for my painting “Max, Lit.” Just after a week of studying with pastel master, Richard McKinley, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, I won First Place (works on paper) at the White River Plein Air in Cotter, Arkansas for my pastel painting “Bed, […]
Juried BOMH artist Janis Burgin featured on the Dead Files
Hello, this is Janis Burgin. I’m a juried member for the Best of Missouri Hands. My good news is that I was asked to be a sketch artist on an episode of the Dead Files. It is on the Travel Channel. They were filming near Osage Beach the week of June 5th. I am very excited. […]
BOMH SEEKING BOARD MEMBERS
Best of Missouri Hands Seeks to Add New Board Members The Best of Missouri Hands Board of Directors is seeking to add new members to serve on the Board of the all-volunteer 501 (c)(3) organization. Individuals with experience in Fundraising, Marketing, Art Education, Non-Profit Administration, Business, and Fine Arts and Crafts are needed to help […]
Webster Elementary BOMH Visiting Artists Program Recap – Jennifer Farr
Working with 200 + kids in one week, has taught me so much patience. Working with and learning from the art teachers has been fun. Each one handles, controls the classes room differently. Watching the kids touch and work with clay, build a project they are proud of in 45 minutes, make your heart happy. […]
BOMH BOARD PRESIDENT LETTER – Tied Up in Knots or Does Housework Really Make you Ugly?
Tied Up in Knots or Does Housework Really Make you Ugly? Board President – Lee Richards The other day I needed a light blanket for a workshop I was going to attend. I knew the perfect one to take. In beautifully muted colors, this special wrap drapes over the door of an antique chifforobe in […]
Is Your Membership Status Up To Date?
Is Your Membership Status Up To Date? Peggy King, Bookkeeper and Web Administrator If you’ve elected to not use the BOMH Auto Renewal system for your membership dues, you need to be aware that your dues are good for 12 months from the time you last renewed. (This is a change from previous policy that […]
Looking For Help In All The Wrong Places?
Looking for Help in all the Wrong Places? Peggy King, Bookkeeper and Web Administrator You may not know this, but the Best of Missouri Hands website has a page that just may help you find help with questions you have about the art world you live in. You’ll find that page at http://bestofmissourihands.org/art-related-resources/ or you […]
Stone Soup Galleries Has Moved
NEW LOCATION: Stone Soup Galleries has moved from the lower level of Chesterfield Mall to the upper level, across from the Pottery Barn. You are invited to please come by the new gallery and have a look around. Look for these artist at Stone Soup Galleries Paul Bayer Julie Bell *BOMH ARTIST Terry Bond […]
The Glass Knot – Juried BOMH artist Lisa Becker
Lisa Becker of Art Glass Array is happy to announce a new division, The Glass Knot. Similar to a sand unity ceremony, The Glass Knot helps couples create a one of a kind glass art piece celebrating their wedding, anniversary, or special event. The most unique part of this process is that the couple creates […]
Best of Missouri Hands Seeking Board Members
Would you like to become more involved in our statewide organization? The Best of Missouri Hands is seeking members to serve on the Board of Directors. If you have a desire to help connect, educate and inspire Missouri’s Artists and Artisans through networking, regional projects, exhibitions and other opportunities, then please consider joining us! For […]
4th Annual Brew in the Lou – Call For Artists – Clayton, MO
You are invited to be a vendor at the 4th annual Brew in the Lou, Saturday, October 15, 2016 from 1-5 pm in Clayton at the Concordia Seminary. Attached is a vendor form and promotional summary. We anticipate 1600+ people to attend. Please let me know if you have any questions. On behalf […]
Open Early On Saturday’s – Foundry Art Centre – St. Charles, MO
We are open early for Saturday’s Farmers’ Market! Come down to the Foundry Art Centre’s parking lot every Saturday morning through October for the best home-grown goods in St. Charles. Although the Farmers’ Market is hosted by the Lyons Club, the Foundry Art Centre will open its doors early to welcome guests too. Join […]
New Work – Dan Burleson
Maple boxes with threaded lids, textured and airbrushed with Pearl Ex powders mixed into alcohol based dyes. Thank you Dan Burleson Woodturning https://www.facebook.com/dan.burleson.98/photos […]
Allied Art Council – Sculpture Walk – St. Joseph, MO
The Sculpture Walk is a program of the Allied Arts Council that introduces contemporary outdoor public art and sculptures to our community. The Walk is a year-long exhibit of national, juried, outdoor sculptures displayed in Downtown St. Joseph and includes an eclectic mix of 17 sculptures from artists nationwide. Guests will have the opportunity to […]
Art Business Institute – How Trunk Shows Can Grow Your Handmade Business
A trunk show is an event where you as the artist or designer make an appearance at a gallery or a retail store and sell your work directly to shoppers who attend. It’s not really a consignment arrangement, because sales are taking place while you are at the store and you keep possession of your […]
Art Business Institute – Plan Your Next Product Release
Plan Your Next Product Release It’s essential for artists, makers and other entrepreneurs who are seeking to wholesale, or increase their presence in retail stores, to understand the buyer’s priorities. They need new product on a regular basis, and here’s why. Most retail stores depend on repeat customers. Those shoppers come in to see the latest […]
Fraser Leonard’s Spring Images Show – St. Charles, MO
Artist Fraser Leonard’s Spring Images Show is now on display at his Fine Art Gallery, located at 824 South Main, St. Charles, MO 63301. This new exhibition showcases Leonard’s latest collection of contemporary fine art paintings and sculpture. Fraser Leonard’s artistic point of view is uplifting and fun, and his works of art are […]
Unity Center Solar Gallery – Featuring Kay Foley & Ampersand Cards – Columbia, MO
Now showing at the Unity Center Solar Gallery June 4 – July 2. New work, prints, cards & books by juried Best of Missouri Hands artist Kay Foley of Ampersand Cards. […]
Fresh Gallery – Featured Artist for June – Juried BOMH artist Alicia Farris – Springfield, MO
At Fresh Gallery, we like to highlight our artists during the First Friday festivities. For June, it is our pleasure to feature our members, Robin Coulter Crabb and Alicia Farris. Crabb and Alicia have titled their month-long exhibit “Sparkle and Splash.” Both artists will be gracing the gallery with new works. Robin Coulter Crabb is […]
Jeff Jones Sculpture Seminar – Crackpot Pottery – Joplin, MO
Jeff Jones Sculpture Seminar June 18, 2016 9am-4pm Crackpot Pottery 3820 E 20th St Joplin, MO Spend the day with Jeff Jones for a lecture and demonstration of the human form and other techniques that will assist you in your own sculpting. Jeff will discuss portfolios, clays, ideas, working with models, armatures and irons, […]
Hannibal Art Council – Upcoming Shows – Hannibal, MO
Upcoming Open Shows at Hannibal Arts Council! Several Opportunities to exhibit your work… We are looking for paintings, photographs, sculptures, mixed media …any media. Open to professional and amateur artists 13 years and older, residing within a 50 mile radius of Hannibal. June 24 – August 6. MONOCHROMATIC: Use your imagination to create a piece […]
Soulard Art Market – Call For Art “Wide Open” – St. Louis, MO
Hello Artists!! The Soulard Art Gallery has an open call for the next show titled WIDE OPEN. The submission deadline is June 19th, and we are looking for artists, professional and amateaur’s alike to submit their best creations that you feel fit the theme WIDE OPEN. Show us your unique and special work, its FREE […]
Green Door Art Gallery – Opening Reception “Abstract Dreams”
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 […]
Workshop: Selling Your Art Online Through Fine Art America – St. Louis, MO
Saturday August 6, 2016 9:00AM – 1:00PM Are you looking for new ways to sell your art and photography? Then you might want to consider selling your art online through FineArtAmerica.com. FineArtAmerica.com has revolutionized the way that artwork is bought and sold around the world. With just a few clicks, you can upload digital images […]
Missouri Artists On Main – June & July Workshops – St. Charles, MO
June Classes and Workshops! June 16 – Oodles of Doodles with Joyce Rothermich! When: Thursday, June 16 Time: 7-9:30pm Cost: $30 which includes all supplies! NEW!! Class Offering!! June 17 – Tons of Tangles with Joyce Rothermich! When: Friday, June 17 Time: 7-9:30pm Cost: $35 includes this birdhouse project! June 18 – Kumihimo […]
Applications now open for the 2016 Place-Based Community Arts Training (CAT) Institute! Deadline: Tuesday, July 5, 2016
Created in 1997, the CAT Institute is an innovative five-month curriculum for artists and social service professionals/community organizers who learn to collaborate across sectors of all disciplines and develop programs that can affect positive social change through collaboration. These programs take place in homeless shelters, prisons, at-risk schools, hospices, community centers, daycare facilities, social service agencies, […]
Congratulations To Our Newest Juried Artists – Spring 2016
Congratulations to our newest juried artists Stacy Heydt – Fiber, Tina Williams – Photography, Jan Adams – Painting, Donna Knox – Jewelry, Pattie Garrett – Painting, Madonna Watermon – 3D Mixed Media, Sherri Davis – Painting, Brandy Hurt – Jewelry, Janine Helton – Painting, Julie Joy Sieving – Painting, Kevin Williamson – Jewelry, Jennifer Bradford […]
BOMH Artists To Show at Laumeier Sculpture Park – St. Louis, MO
Look for the following juried Best of Missouri Hands artists at the upcoming Art Fair at Laumeier Sculpture Park….Vic Barr (Wood), Leigh Roberts (Jewelry), Jimmy Liu (Ceramics), and Don Kelley (Jewelry). ANNUAL ART FAIR MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND MAY 6–8, 2016 More than 15,000 patrons attend this annual three-day event on Mother’s Day weekend, featuring local […]
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