Juried BOMH Artists Needed: 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 […]
Award of Recognition – Janine Helton
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Patterns on Exhibit / Call For Entry: Light & Dark – Montgomery City, MO
Art Show on Display The art show titled Patterns is on display at the Art Center until October 28th. We have beautiful pieces of art in media including photography, pencil, fiber, oil, and more. We are open every Thursday and Friday from 1:00 until 5:00 and Saturdays from 10:00 until 2:00. The Art Center is […]
Highland Art In The Park – Highland, IL
Artists, There are still a few booths available at Highland Art in the Park on October 7-9, 2016. You may drive right up to your booth space for set-up and tear-down. We usually have around 9,000 attendees. Highland is in a rural community about 30 miles from St. Louis Missouri and we do pull from […]
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 […]
Beginner Silver Clay Class – Carleen Johns – Marble Hill, MO
I will be offering two beginning silver clay classes at The Mayfield Cultural Center in Marble Hill on Thursday, August 11 and August 18. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. with a lunch break. $100 We will be making a fine silver pendant with a fused class cabochon. No experience necessary. It’s a wonderful introduction to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Visual Harmony – Norma Marshall – Nelson – Atkins Museum
I will be at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kansas City, MO. On July 30th, I will be demonstrating my “Visual Harmony” style of painting at “The Artist Is In” from 10:00 to 5:00 in front of The Museum Store. I will have originals and prints and my Enameled Jewelry available for sale! I hope […]
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 […]
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, […]
Soapbox – Foundry Art Centre – St. Charles, MO
CALL FOR ENTRIES: SOAPBOX Foundry Art Centre – St. Charles, MO September 30 – November 11, 2016 Opening Reception | September 30 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Free & Open to the Public Juror | TBA Open to all media, this exhibition encourages the artist to “get on their soapbox” […]
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 […]
Artist Booth Opening at Silver Dollar City – Branson
I have a booth opening for the Fall Festival at Silver Dollar City. 8 X 12 booth. From Sept thru Oct 2. 5 days a week Wed thru Sunday. Would have to be a juried BOMH member. Let me know if you are interested 816-835-1279. Thanks Sam […]
Independent Living Resource Center – Fall Festival – Jefferson City
Greetings, ILRC is very pleased to announce the date for our 2016 Jefferson City Multicultural Fall Festival. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 1st, and will be held Downtown Jefferson City!! We hope the festival will be what you expect….even better. We will be having a great festival for adults and children alike; fantastic […]
AWARD OF EXCELLENCE – WAVERLY HOUSE GIFTS – MEIKE ATON
Thank you to Eunice Wallar of Waverly House for selecting ‘Balance I and II’ for the ‘Award of Excellence.’ Juried BOMH artist Meike Aton […]
INTOUCH BOMH SUMMER 2016 NEWSLETTER
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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 […]
New Work in Colored Pencils – Kimberly Shinn
I’ve been playing around with colored pencils. I think I like it! Secretary Bird Juried BOMH artist Kimberly Shinn […]
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 […]
Applications for Summer Jury Session Opens July 5th thru July 31st
If you are planning to apply for Juried Member status during this summer’s jury session, start getting your ducks in a row now. Doesn’t hurt to start researching what you will need and gathering artwork images. For more information on how to Jury and tips on improving your presentation, click here. If you have questions […]
Cynthia Morris Demo at Art Impressions Gallery – Sedalia, MO
Juried BOMH artist Cynthia Morris demonstrated her colored pencil expertise at Art Impressions Gallery during Downtown Sedalia’s 3rd Thursday event on June 16th. Cynthia is a resident artist at Art Impressions in Sedalia, MO. The gallery is owned by fellow juried BOMH artist, Garnetta Sullivan and it features the work of numerous BOMH artists. 412 […]
Glendalough Monastery – Janis Burgin
As I drank my morning cup of coffee. I thought it might be nice to paint a painting from Ireland to teach in March. “Glendalough Monastery” in Ireland. Juried BOMH artist Janis Burgin […]
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 […]
New Work – New Product Line – Nancy Koehler
I am doing very cool alcohol ink paintings that are available in my shop online. In addition to offering my paintings in my line of jewelry, I now have phone cases, note cards, all sizes of prints and canvases, totes, shower curtains and other fun items. If you are looking for an IPhone 6 or […]
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. […]
Art in the Park – Best of Show Winner Yukari Kashihara – Columbia, MO
Yukari Kashihara (Shirahaze Studio, Rocheport) won Best of Show at Art in the Park! We are very proud to carry her work at Bluestem Missouri Crafts in Columbia. Congratulations, Yukari! Award ribbons by Jennifer Wax. Juried BOMH artist Yukari Kashihara BOMH Corporate Member: Bluestem Missouri Crafts […]
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 […]
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