THIS WEEKEND: Best of Missouri Life Market Fair
Join us for the 2nd Annual Best of Missouri Life Market Fair this weekend at Powell Gardens. When: April 27-28, 2019 10 a.m.-4 p.m. both days Where: Powell Gardens 1609 N.W. U.S. Highway 50, Kingsville, MO 64061 Admission: $12 Adults, $5 Youth (5-12), 4 & under are free | Garden Members are FREE Join the best […]
Cynthia Morris awarded Best in Show and First Place!
A big thank you to Wayne Doornbosch for awarding me Best of Show and First Place at the Palm Sunday Art Show at Osage Beach Lake of the Ozarks. And a big thank you to the Lake Arts Council for hosting the show. I was very honored as all of the artwork was top notch! […]
Jenna McNair wins Best of Show with “Umbrella of Priority”
Congrats to our Award winning artists in our “Outliers” exhibition. Jurors Khara Koffel and Brett Williams selected these artists’ works for Awards. Best of Show: Jenna McNair; Awards of Excellence: Greg Barth, Carey Seven, Katherine Alexander, and Alex Paradowski. “Outliers” remains on view through May 30–gallery hours are M-F 8-4, Sat. 9-3. Closed Sundays & […]
Hermann, MO: First Friday Art Walk
Who is ready for the First Friday Art Walk? We have an updated list of participating shops! Our artists are excited to share their craft with you, and answer questions. Art revolves around so many different mediums and techniques, we are sure you will learn something new! Hope to see both new and familiar faces […]
First Friday Art Walk: Cape Girardeau, MO
CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO – On Friday, May 3, 2019 from 4 – 9 PM, come participate in First Friday with the Arts in downtown Cape Girardeau. Join local art galleries and businesses for a wonderful night of celebrating the arts. Many galleries and businesses will be hosting opening receptions for new exhibits and fun activities […]
Joplin Arts Fest: Call For Artists
Event Summary The 5th annual Joplin Arts Fest is Southwest Missouri’s premier fall fine arts festival. This juried event showcases exceptional talented 2D and 3D artists exhibiting their original artwork. The festival will once again be held in Joplin’s beautiful Mercy Park. This park is located at the corner of 26thand McClelland Blvd (physical address is […]
SAVE THE DATE: Joplin Regional Artists Coalition Studio Tour
When: November 1, 2019 5pm-8pm and November 2, 2019 10am-3pm Where: To be determined. At this time, 12 JRAC artists have signed up. A firm number, along with locations, will be released on July 1, 2019 Who: JRAC Members, though we are using this as an opportunity to join. For more info please visit www.joplinrac.org […]
12th Annual Fork & Cork Festival: Macon, MO
The Macon Area Chamber of Commerce sponsors the annual Fork & Cork Festival in downtown Macon, MO every fall. Our festival attracts high end visual art artisans and crafters as well as quality antique dealers. Jazz, blues, country and swing band musicians entertain throughout the day. Good food and tasty wines add to the mix […]
Presidents Letter – Spring 2019
Here we are April 2019. Somehow I always think of the season or the weather when it is time to write my President’s report. Maybe this is because in the past I spent a lot of time on the art fair circuit. I never travelled across the country like some of you do. I […]
BOMH artists “GO BIG” to celebrate Missouri’s 200th birthday
Barb and I are organizing a big art project for the Missouri 2021 celebration. This will be the biggest event celebrating Missouri’s 200th birthday. Over 20,000 people from around the state will paint a 12 feet X 30 feet mural that when finished will hang in one of the office buildings in Jefferson City. Barb […]
Janis Burgin visits schools to talk to kids about art as a career.
Juried Best of Missouri Hands artist Janis Burgin met with 100+ students during the month of January in Jefferson City and Russelville, MO. She took part in the Best of Missouri Hands Visiting Artists program allowing her to visit with students about art as a career, the BOMH, and talk with the students about her […]
Best of Missouri Hands: Spring Series Workshops
We are offering four workshops this spring….Hannibal, MO March 9, 2019 / Cape Girardeau, MO March 23, 2019 / Mexico, MO April 6, 2019 / and Lees Summit, MO April 13, 2019. Topics vary from Marketing with Social Media (Facebook & Instagram), How to Photograph your artwork, and a Mock Jury to help you prepare […]
The Voice Said Go-Ahead by Rose Monzyk
Five years from now, my goal is to be embarrassed by the work and design I’m doing now. Crazy? That would mean to me that I have learned and grown as a designer and milliner. I am very grateful to BOHM for the opportunity to study an online millinery course. I had been looking at […]
Best of Missouri Hands is on Instagram!
For all our artists using Instagram make sure you let us know your page name. We want to follow YOU! Also, be sure to follow our page at Best of Missouri Hands. Feel free to use the #bomh and/or #bestofmissourihands when you are sharing your artwork and creations on Instagram. Help US, Help YOU….tag and […]
BOMH Newsletter Art Winter 2019
Featured Artists: Top Left: Painting of Juried BOMH Artist Pat McCarty by juried BOMH Painter Darla Zook Top Middle: Juried Best of Missouri Hands Fiber Artist Gail Kelley Top Right: Glass and Metal Sculpture by Juried Best of Missouri Hands Metal Artist Jessie Cargas and Juried Best of Missouri Hands Glass Artist Nina Miller Center […]
13th Annual Wine Festival – Excelsior Springs, MO
Festival Registration The 13th Annual Downtown Excelsior Springs Wine Festival sponsored by the Downtown Excelsior Partnership will be here before we know it! This year’s festival is set for Saturday, June 15th. Gates will open at 2:00 pm for sampling and close at 8:00 pm in East Valley Park on Lover’s Lane. Expected attendance is […]
The Diverse Art of GSLAA – Jacoby Arts Center
This exhibit is a showcase of the artwork of the members of the Greater St. Louis Art Association (GSLAA). Many of these members are also Best of Missouri Hands artists such as….Betty Shew, Diane Tesmann, Greg Kluempers, Jessie Cargas, Leigh Roberts, Lisa Hilton, Mark Witzling, Mary Berry, Mollie Chounard, Patty Muenks, Stan Boyle, and Vic […]
Volunteer Lawyers and Accountants for the Arts – Upcoming Workshops
Essential Tax Knowledge for Artists and Freelancers Monday, February 11, 6:30-8:30 PM Rus Garofalo, owner of Brass Taxes, will guide you through the tax maze and offer suggestions that could save you money and a lot of aggravation. Collecting Sales Tax Monday, March 4, 6:30-8:30 PM Does sales tax make you cringe? Accountant Branko Marusic, BDO, […]
Looking Forward to 2019 and Beyond!
Wow! The weather in Missouri sure gives truth to the saying “if you don’t you like the weather, just wait a minute.” We have been through it all. January with 70-degree days that get the birds thinking it is time to look for a nesting site to huge snow falls that make the birds think […]
CALL FOR ARTISTS – The BOMH Visiting Artist Program Needs YOU!
BOMH Visiting Artist Program The Visiting Artist Program is a wonderful way for working artists to share their art and delight in being a creator with eager art students from around the state of Missouri, many from underserved areas. • This program can inspire students, who may really love art, to think bigger […]
Winter Jury Session 2019
Winter Jury Session 2019 Winter jury session is fast approaching. The dates to remember are: February 1, 2019 Jury opens February 14, 2019 Jury closes February 28 Notification of acceptance Jurying is all done through Entrythingy, so it is a process you more than likely already know. If your pictures fit Entrythingy, they fit […]
Julie Hume named Craftsman of the Year at Silver Dollar City 2018
Best of Missouri Hands Silver Dollar City liaison, Sam Davisson shared…Best Of Missouri Hands juried artist Julie Ann Hume was awarded the Craftsman of the year award. at Silver Dollar City , in Branson MO.….CONGRATULATIONS! Julie’s daughter Lisa K Hume Lutman shared… If you know my momma..Julie Ann Hume, then you know she has been […]
Jennifer Slouha artwork featured on cover of Ann Kullberg’s COLOR Magazine
Best of Missouri Hands member Jennifer Slouha Fine Art LLC shared…. I’ve been waiting several months to say anything about this and now I finally can share it. <3 <3 <3 I created a colored pencil tutorial of my drawing “Classic Chrome” for Ann Kullberg’s COLOR Magazine. You can purchase print or digital forms at […]
Tresa Killion Exhibits at Mug Show – Phoenix Gallery – Lawrence, Kansas
Was invited to participate in mug show at Phoenix Gallery in Lawrence, KS opens November 30, runs thru January. Juried Best of Missouri Hands artist Tresa Killion of Killion Pottery […]
New Release “Dirty Birds” written and Illustrated by Madge Gressley
NEW RELEASE! My new children’s book “Dirty Birds” has been released. Look for it in paperback on Amazon. Will be at other outlets soon. “Little ones will love learning about numbers and counting with this bright, colorful book. The rhythmic text, paired with whimsical illustrations, makes counting from 1 to 5 easy and fun. both […]
BEST OF MISSOURI HANDS JURY NOTICE – Submissions Excepted February 1-14, 2019
BEST OF MISSOURI HANDS JURY NOTICE…. The Best of Missouri Hands maintains a high standard by jurying members that wish to obtain the status of a juried member. Time for the jurying process is almost upon us. Jurying will start of February 1 and end on February 14. The jurors will then start their process […]
BOMH Professional Development Testimonial – Rose Schulte Monzyk – Fiber Artist
I would like to offer a big Thank You to Best of Missouri Hands for awarding me the 2018 Professional Development Grant. It has allowed me to study millinery in an online course. I had thought about taking the course for a long time and the grant provided the perfect opportunity. My goal was to […]
Portraits Exhibit – Capital Arts Gallery – Jefferson City, MO
Juried Best of Missouri Hands artist Phil Jones shared…I have two groups of sculpture in Capitol Arts on Missouri Boulevard in Jefferson City. It is their Portrait Show. “Portraits” exhibition consists of a variety of artwork from all local artists in mid Missouri! The show is full of people, pets, & silhouettes! The free reception […]
Paint for a Cause – Cape Girardeau, MO
I would like to direct your attention to the Facebook page @Missouri Bicentennial Paint For A Cause. Barb Bailey and I have been endorsed by the Missouri 2021 commission to do a large 12 ft X 30 ft. ‘Paint For A Cause’ painting for the Missouri bicentennial celebration. The celebration will take place on or […]
Fundraiser for Sam & Patti Davisson
Our dear friends, Sam & Patti Davisson need our help! On the evening of January 1, 2019, one day after their wedding anniversary, a fire started in the attic of their home. They were supposed to be away but stayed home since they were feeling sick. Had they not been home, the house and contents […]
Grand Opening – Stone Soup Galleries – Chesterfield, MO
We are having the Grand Opening of our new location in Chesterfield Mall November 10! Stone Soup Galleries is the premier location to shop, explore your inner artist by taking classes and meet over 20 local artist. We are open seven days a week and located near the Cheesecake Factory entrance. I am one of […]
BOMH Fall 2018 Newsletter Banner
Featured Left to Right / Up to Down Top Left: BOMH Member Maureen McHale / Photography Center Top: Juried BOMH Artist Chess Lux / Metal Top Right: BOMH Member Jeanne Scott-Zumwalt (Clay) and Juried BOMH Artist Patti Zieche-Davisson (Jewelry) Center Side Row: Juried BOMH Studio Artists Michael & Kathleen Weltzin / Mixed Media Bottom Right: […]
Best of Missouri Hands Members Only Facebook Group
If you are a paid Best of Missouri Hands member in good standing, be sure to join our Member Only Facebook Group. Get lots of great insight, share your stories, your work, ask questions, get to know your fellow members. Check it out here… https://www.facebook.com/groups/678962638874863/?ref=bookmarks […]
Art Fair at Queeny Park – Spring 2019 – Applications Now Open
CALL FOR ARTISTS: Spring 2019 Applications are NOW AVAILABLE!! Hello, Artists. We hope you’re having a great year! The call for entries for the Spring 2019 Art Fair at Queeny Park is now open. You’ll find it on the all-new Art Fair at Queeny Park website https://www.artfairatqueenypark.com. Use this link to be sure you’re going […]
Photograph the Mexican Wolves – Sandy Brooks – Endangered Wolf Center
Title: Photograph the Mexican Wolves and possible additional session with the Red or Arctic Fox (in the enclosure for the fox) Instructor: Sandy Brooks Date: December 8, 2018 Time: 7-10AM Place: Endangered Wolf Center Cost: $175 with $100 going directly to the Endangered Wolf Center to care for the animals Support the Endangered Wolf Center in […]
The Threads Between Us – Fiber and Mixed Media – Paper Birch Landing
Call for Art: The Threads Between Us— fiber and mixed media Entry deadline is November 4th. Show runs from November 15th to December 15th at Paper Birch Landing in Kansas City. https://paperbirchlanding.com/submission-form/?fbclid=IwAR1F5Ybi7X7qwg-9eJM1pSK9iN_1qLPgAwb5O_H0hdQg63pCWJ_o2NxxEn0 […]
Pastel Workshop – Lorraine McFarland – Stone Soup Galleries
There is still room in my upcoming pastels workshop in the beautiful new classroom space at Stone Soup Galleries, October 27-28! REGISTER HERE: https://lorrainemcfarlandart.com/workshop/19087/pastels-workshop-chesterfield-missouri Join award-winning Best of Missouri Hands artist, Lorraine McFarland in this exciting, intensive 2-day pastels workshop! You will learn about materials, supplies, and the importance of design, composition, color and value […]
Phil Schmidt – Watercolors
Name: Phil Schmidt City: Lees Summit, MO Business Name: Phil Schmidt Watercolors Medium: Watercolors Instagram: @philschmidtco Website: www.philschmidtwatercolors.com BOMH Membership: General Member. Planning to submit images for next jury. How Long a BOMH Member? Since 2016 Why did you join BOMH? A few friends are involved in BOMH such as Darla Zook. I saw the […]
Phyllis Wiggins-Horne / Jewelry Artist / Divine Treasures and Gems
Name: Phyllis Wiggins – Horne City: Raymore, MO Business Name: Divine Treasures and Gems Medium: Jewelry – natural gem stones and semi-precious gemstones and wire Facebook: Divine Treasures and Gems Instagram: @divinetreasuresg Website: www.divinetreasuresgem.com Membership Status: General Member, will be applying for juried status next go around How Long a BOMH Member: About 3 years […]
Christmas At Grandma’s House – Village Designs – Daisy, MO
Each year juried Best of Missouri Hands artist Dodie Eisenhauer and her daughter Jenny bring the spirit and magic of Christmas alive. This year they will open the doors of Grandma’s House to visitors and shoppers, October 27th through December 23rd. As a founding member of the Best of Missouri Hands, Dodie has a special […]
Don Kelley – Treasurer
We are delighted to have Don Kelley join us. His attention to detail will be put to good use as Treasurer. Don’s current career path is creating fine Jewelry melding sterling silver forks with gold, bronze, pearls diamonds and semi-precious stones. This is all after spending many years in the corporate world as an IBM […]
Arleana Holtzmann – Regional Activities Program
We are excited to have Arleana Holtzmann join the board. As a classically trained artist, Arleana uses academic practice to create works of art mostly composed of tangible subjects. With inspiration as an emotion, she is guided by traditional methods of creating aesthetically pleasing art. Engrossed in what becomes her appropriation of reality, she paints […]
Martha Greer – Grants & Regional Activities
A huge welcome back to Martha Greer. We are delighted she is re-joining the board and bringing with her a wealth of knowledge and skills. Martha Greer has extensive experience in arts education, program management, grant writing and nonprofit arts administration. Over the course of her career, Martha has been the Director of the Chillicothe […]
Pattie Garrett – Membership Committee
Having taught for over 23 years, Pattie brings a special set of skills that makes her perfect to head up the Best of Missouri Hands Membership Committee. Pattie Garrett is a longtime resident of Missouri and a retired preK teacher of 23 years. One of her most cherished accomplishments is the designation of Best of […]
Michael Gaines – Governor’s Mansion Committee
We welcome the return of Michael Gaines to the Best of Missouri Hands Board. Michael helps in several areas while serving on the board and serves as our liaison to the Governor and the Mansion Exhibit. For several years now the Best of Missouri Hands has had a permanent display in the Missouri Governor’s Mansion […]
Mary Drastal – Visiting Artists Program
Please welcome Mary Drastal to the Best of Missouri Hands Board. Mary will head up our Visiting Artists Committee. Mary taught art for 30 years in the public school districts in St. Louis County. She is the founder of the Summer Arts Institute at Maryville University; she directed and taught in this visual arts program […]
GetLOOP’D – First Fridays – Artisans in The Loop
Get Loop’d Friday, November 2, 2018 Artisans in THE LOOP Nov 02 5:00 PM – 08:00 PM Artisans in THE LOOP, 6511 Delmar Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63130, USA Come visit Artisans in the Loop during our Get Loop’d event to receive special discounts on select artist’s artwork! It’s All About the Art! Artisans in […]
BOMH On The Road / Culver-Stockton College Exhibit / Opening Reception November 8, 2018
The Best of Missouri Hands is proud to announce we will have our first ever exhibit at Mabee Art Gallery in Canton, MO. This exhibit at the Culver-Stockton College is part of our ongoing, “BOMH On The Road” series. November 8th will mark the opening of the exhibit as well as an opening reception. Please […]
Award of Excellence – Menagerie Exhibit – Art St. Louis
Best of Missouri Hands juried artist, Patty Muenks, was so happy to have her Ceramic Walking Pots selected for an exhibition at Art St. Louis in August. The show entitled “Menagerie” called for artwork of all mediums that featured animals, critters, beasts, and creatures real or imagined. In her Artist Statement, Patty describes the inspiration […]
Best of Missouri Hands Board – September 2018
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