SEEKING ARTSMART SPONSORS
I am writing today to invite you to take part in a great opportunity for our upcoming ArtSmart conference in April that will be held at Stoney Creek in Columbia. So much goes into the planning of this event. The conference committee and I have been working hard to finalize all the details. We are hoping […]
MAKING CREW TO FILM DURIN ARTSMART
We are so excited to announce an upcoming feature for the Best of Missouri Hands on the PBS series, “Making.” The crew from KMOS/PBS out of Warrensburg will be filming during the ArtSmart conference in April. We feel so honored for this spotlight! The film crew will be documenting different moments from our conference, from […]
WAIT…there’s MORE!
After a short hiatus, ArtSmart is BACK!! ArtSmart is a Professional Development Conference that runs Friday – Sunday this year from April 14 -16, 2023. ArtSmart is OPEN TO ALL. You do not need to be a BOMH member, so invite your creative, art loving friends and family to join us. Registration fee for non-members […]
ZOOM WORKSHOP…EVERYTHING ARTSMART
BOMH is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting on Tuesday March 14, 2023 at 10:00 am. We will be chatting about everything you ever wanted to know about our upcoming conference…ArtSmart 2023! This wildly popular professional development get together is fun and educational. Whether you are a seasoned veteran to ArtSmart or a newbie…this […]
SILENT AUCTION/RAFFLE
Always a fun and exciting time at ArtSmart, the much-anticipated Silent Auction and Raffle! We are reaching out to YOU, our members, friends and folks you know. We need auction and raffle items for ArtSmart 2023. Donated items will help raise scholarship funds for the Best of Missouri Hands and monies for our outreach programs. […]
STONEY CREEK HOTEL
We are so happy to be returning to Stoney Creek Hotel in Columbia for ArtSmart 2023. It is the perfect location for our conference. Plenty of room for all of our activities, clean, charming, and centrally located. Use the code 2007ARTSMA when booking your room for special pricing. The hotel does not have a restaraunt […]
GALLERY RECEPTION AT THE COLUMBIA ART LEAGUE
Check in for ArtSmart 2023 begins Friday afternoon on April 14, 2023. Friday is an excellent day to chill out and mingle with your fellow artists and friends. Part of our festivities will include a trip downtown to the Columbia Art League (CAL). We will provide a shuttle which will begin picking passengers up at […]
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 […]
Those who inspire me
by Pattie Garrett Pictured: Pearl Coffman Taylor (Pattie’s mom) “If you don’t have what you need, need what you have”. I must have heard those words from my parents a gazillion times as I grew up. They came from large farming families in Arkansas, and neither one was allowed the luxury of graduating from high […]
Pastel Workshop with Vic Mastis
Vic Mastis has earned her Signature Status with MidAmerica Pastel Society and Missouri Valley Impressionist Society in November 2022. Member Vic Mastis is teaching a three day pastel workshop, Pastels and Beyond II at Eureka Springs School of the Arts in Eureka Springs, Arkansas June 23 – 25, 2023. All materials are supplied. To sign […]
Lana Cease to exhibit in New York
So, a thing happened… Pleased to share that my painting “Broken Road” has been juried into the 156th Annual International Exhibition of the American Watercolor Society, which will be held at the Salmagundi Club, New York City, from April 3 through 28, 2023. And with that, I have gained my signature in AWS. 3 years […]
Lana Cease to exhibit in New York
So, a thing happened… Pleased to share that my painting “Broken Road” has been juried into the 156th Annual International Exhibition of the American Watercolor Society, which will be held at the Salmagundi Club, New York City, from April 3 through 28, 2023. And with that, I have gained my signature in AWS. 3 years […]
Here we are at the beginning of a new year!
Hope the holidays allowed for some quiet time to rest and recharge, some time for celebrations with family and friends, and the opportunity for gratitude to another year in the books! A new year practice I enjoy doing to help give me a focus is choosing a Word of the Year. I usually begin to […]
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 […]
BIG NEWS: ArtSmart 2023 SAVE THE DATE
It’s time to save the date for next year’s Best of Missouri Hands conference that we lovingly refer to as ArtSmart!!! April 14 – 16, 2023. This Professional Development Conference is designed for our members, friends, family….anyone who LOVES ART. Registration is open to anyone interested in learning, networking, making new friends, visiting old, creating […]
Mark Witzling exhibiting at the B’nai Amoona Gallery
The Gallery at B’nai Amoona Congregation.This is a 2-person show featuring my abstract oil and cold wax paintings and the amazing calligraphy of Tsila Schwartz. Everyone is welcome […]
Best of Missouri Hands artists on PBS Show “Making”
Very exciting to turn the television on and watch segments featuring juried Best of Missouri Hands artists on the PBS show, Making. It’s fun watching my friends share their story and their art on this show that puts a spotlight on Missouri artists and fine crafters. I record every episode and rewatch them on occasion. […]
Juried BOMH painter Sherry Salant featured in Rural Missouri Magazine
Congratulations Sherry -a wonderful article in the September 2022 issue of “Rural Missouri”!! Follow Sherry on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ssalant […]
BOMH Professional Development Workshops with Carolyn Edlund of Artsy Shark
When Covid hit, the Best of Missouri Hands shifted to Zoom meetings and workshops to stay in touch with our members. Most of these meetings and workshops are recorded and now available on the BOMH YouTube Channel. As part of our online series of Professional Development workshops we have paired with Carolyn Edlund of Artsy […]
Visiting Artist Interview with Marcia Menendez by Nina Schatzkamer Miller
This interview provides an example of an artist classroom presentation. For more information about juried BOMH fiber artist Marcia Case Menendez, please visit her Instagram page where her handle is @Marcia_Menendez or follow her on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/A-M-Accessories-160076058377/about/?ref=page_internal Thank you to 560 Music Center for providing space to shoot this video. For Information about Best […]
BOMH Visiting Artist Interview with Nina Miller
Thank you to Artisans in THE LOOP for allowing us to film at the gallery. For information about Best of Missouri Hands visit our website: BestofMissouriHands.org Nina is a juried glass artist. Juried Artists are artisans who have developed their craft beyond mere competence of technique to a high standard of quality. Part of the […]
Cindy Larimore exhibits at the Angad Arts Hotel
I have 3 pieces of art selected for the 7th Biannual Exhibition at the Angad Arts Hotel. The exhibit runs from November 2022-April 2023. The Exhibit will feature 12×12 pieces of art from local artists. The Angad Arts Hotel is located in St. Louis (https://www.angadartshotel.com/) near The Fox Thanks!Cindy Larimorewww.artbyclari.com“Walking through life heart first” […]
Ways to Save $ While Attending ArtSmart 2023
ShareThat’s right, share. 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 Stoney Creek. Guest rooms are […]
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 […]
Randolph County Family & Community Education Council 44th Craft & Gift Show
REGISTRATION FORMRANDOLPH COUNTY FAMILY & COMMUNITY EDUCATION COUNCIL44th CRAFT & GIFT SHOW—NOVEMBER 11 & 12, 2022MOBERLY AREA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ACTVITY CENTER101 COLLEGE AVENUECrafters and home-based businesses only may register.(Please print clearly with a valid address & phone number) Name__________________________________________________________________ Address__________________________City______________________Zip code_____ Phone Number________________________Cell phone_________________________ Email address___________________________________________________________Describe handmade items: ____________________________________Home-based business you are a representative ___________________Please […]
Cape Light Show 2022
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACT: Kelly Downes/Alicia StullArts Council of Southeast Missourialicia@capearts.org 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 […]
Art Supplies for Sale
ART SUPPLIES: Saint Louis Area (can ship/you pay postage)FULL OR GENTLY USEDQty. 19 Tubes – LIQUITEX BASIC ACRYLICS ($15 or best offer) 4 fl oz tubesQty. 1 cadmium yellow mediumQty. 1 brilliant yellow greenQty. 2 neutral grayQty. 1 cadmium orange hueQty. 1 light greenQty. 1 bronzeQty. 1 raw siennaQty. 1 raw umberQty. 2 burnt siennaQty. […]
For Sale: Central Pneumatic Airbrush Compressor and Professional 6-color Airbrush
Central Pneumatic Airbrush Compressor and Professional 6-color airbrush kit and holder. The pages of the compressor manual stick together but the compressor runs fine and could be new. The 6-color airbrush kit and holder are new and unused. A new kit is listed at $149.99 at Harbor Freight and a new compressor is listed at […]
Serendipity Salon and Gallery
Hello, Artists!I am excited to open up a new round of submissions.I opened the gallery in July 2020 with five artists, moved to a new, much larger location in May 2021, and things have been rolling along from there. I currently represent 33 artists in my retail gallery space, and I have a larger gallery […]
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 […]
PRESIDENTS LETTER
Fall 2022 October brings changes all around us here in Missouri, witnessed in the colorful array of the foliage as days get shorter while leading us into crisp nights. Autumn is here, even when we still have some days in the 80s! I find this time of year brings contemplative moments for me. I notice […]
APPLY NOW FOR THE BOMH 2023 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT GRANT
APPLY NOWFOR THE BOMH 2023PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT GRANTApplications due February 15, 2023 Each year, The Best of Missouri Hands offers a $500 Professional Development Grant. The grant is available to both General and Juried Members to promote continuing education by providing additional resources to advance the study of a member’s chosen artistic medium(s). How could this […]
Gourd Artist Pat Berkbigler is now a Resident Artist at Green Door Art Gallery
After showing in two exhibits at Green Door Art Gallery, the last show being, Botanicals and Blooms, I am happy to announce that I’m now a RESIDENT ARTIST at Green Door Art Gallery! I am a gourd artist doing stippling, carving, filigree and more, turning hard shell gourds into works of art that last a […]
Missouri Life Magazine
If you want to know what is happening, where to eat, day trips or amazing places to vacation in the great state of Missouri, you only need to reach for a copy of Missouri Life Magazine. This year The Best of Missouri Hands (BOMH) has been running a series of ads in the magazine to […]
Painter, Alicia Farris Featured in BOMH Missouri Life Magazine Ad May 2022
Watercolor, acrylic and oil painter and art instructor. Art provides the opportunity to capture and share the spirit and personality of a subject, whether animate or not. Alicia likes to isolate what seams common and recreate it in a different light, all the while, creating a source of emotion and cause for reflection for the […]
Jewelry Artist Michele Mohr Featured in BOMH Missouri Life Magazine Ad June 2022
I create Wearable Art – Inspired Enamel Jewelry by Michele Mohr – created using vitreous enamel on copper and sterling silver. Hand fabricated kiln fired vitreous enamel (pigmented powdered glass) on metals and metalwork with other patinas. You can find me some of my pieces at Artisans in the Loop on Delmar in University City, […]
Elizabeth Exley Fiber Artists to be Featured in BOMH Missouri Life Magazine Ad Sept/Oct 2022
Welcome to Gingham Trundle. Wool, wood, and needle-felted wall decor, organizers, gifts, personalized and DIY items. All work is handmade in my sweet country cottage surrounded by birds and flowers. I started creating with wool almost 10 years ago. Pretty quickly I realized that I only wanted to do work that would glorify God and bring […]
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 […]
Linda J. Green-Metzler announces her new exhibit
A Celebration of Community The Chesterfield Parks, Recreation, and Arts Department proudly present a collection of watercolor works by artist Linda J. Green-Metzler, long time resident of Chesterfield. The exhibit is currently on display at the Chesterfield Community Center now located in Chesterfield Mall. The paintings portray friends and neighbors living the good life, local […]
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