A Sporting Chance – Waverly House – Springfield, MO
It’s all at Waverly House tomorrow night! We have nearly EIGHTY ITEMS in our silent auction and raffle. Outstanding items from many of our generous artists with a total retail value of these items being OVER $8,000.00. Remember folks ONE HUNDRED PERCENT of the proceeds are going to A Sporting Chance. In addition we have […]
Arts Rolla Reception – Lorraine McFarland – Rolla, MO
RECEPTION: Shared by juried BOMH artist Lorraine McFarland. I am looking forward to the Arts Rolla reception tomorrow night at the The Centre – Rolla’s Health & Recreation Complex. This is the annual juried show and I have entered two of my best pieces from the past year. Enjoy some great art and refreshments and […]
Fall Celebration of Glass – Stone Soup Galleries – Chesterfield, MO
We are inviting all of our friends… and friends’ friends to this Friday night gathering for a fun and productive evening. Yes, productive. Hints can be nicely dropped to the right companion and couples can work together to make gift giving decisions. (Can you believe it? Only 8 more Fridays before Christmas!) The fun part? […]
Hartsburg American Legion Craft Show – Cricket Hackamnn – Hartsburg, MO
THIS SATURDAY: Look for juried BOMH artist, Cricket Hackmann. Don’t Forget! The Hartsburg American Legion Craft Show is this Saturday, November 7th from 9AM – 2PM. This show is small, but it always has nice work! I have canvases, prints, cards, tote bags and my 2016 calendars ready to display. See you Saturday! […]
In the news – Melynda Lotven promotes Fall Into Art – Columbia, MO
IN THE NEWS: Juried BOMH artist Melynda Lotven talks about the upcoming FALL INTO ART show in Columbia, MO which features some of the finest artists around, including many BOMH members. Melynda shared…. Spreading the word with my good friend James Mowser about Fall Into Art November 14th and 15th at the Parkade Center Columbia […]
6th Annual Fall Into Art – Parkade Center – Columbia, MO
Fall Into Art – a festival celebrating tradition and art in our community November 14 & 15, 2015 9am – 5pm Saturday & 11am – 4pm Sunday Parkade Center, 601 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia MO 65203 Now in its sixth year, Fall Into Art blends art, music, and education to provide a weekend destination for the […]
Artists Boutique – Kirkwood Community Center – Kirkwood, MO
Lisa Crisman alice jaeger-ashland Patrick Kennedy Mary Mosblech Susie Tenzer JoAnn Hemple Larry Page Betty Shew Daryl Bergmann Natalia Butler JoAnn Ford Theresa Gallup Veronica Greene Marcia Menendez Judith Olson Donna Prevedell Diane & Sharon Tessman Linda Windhorst Nina Miller linda sutterer Beverly Baker Stanley Boyle Connie Copley Kathy Craddock Vivian Gaston Nadine King Nancy […]
Award Winner – Alicia Farris – Proud and Strong – Springfield, MO
Alicia Farris’s painting, “Proud and Strong” received first place in the juried Portrait competition of the Visual Artists Alliance of Springfield, which was exhibited at the Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts in September. […]
Lake Studio for the Arts – November 2015 Newsletter – Lake of the Ozarks, MO
From the Director Newsletter November 2015 Lake Studio for the Arts is a facility for visual artists to teach, learn, create and inspire each other. 16533 N. State Highway 5 Suite 201 Sunrise Beach, MO 65079 Fall has arrived, with its beautiful shades of oranges, reds, and browns. The winter hush of the Lake will […]
Book Signing – For a Greater Purpose: Zip Rzeppa–My Life Journey – Fraser Leonard Fine Art Gallery – St. Charles, MO
Fraser Leonard Fine Art Gallery – representing “Art for Your Spirit and Your Life” – will be hosting an exclusive book signing event for St. Louisan Zip Rzeppa’s new novel, For A Greater Purpose: Zip Rzeppa–My Life Journey. This book signing event will take place on Saturday, Nov. 21st, 2015 from 2:00 until 5:00 pm […]
Speaking of Fibers – Morton May Gallery – St. Louis, MO
Speaking of Fibers! 2015 To Open November 12 at Maryville University In the Morton May Gallery November 12, 2015, 5:00 – 7:00 PM Sandy Webster, Juror’s Talk 6:00 PM Sandy Webster, Juror of Speaking of Fibers! 2015 Internationally recognized. Sandy works in many mediums, including fiber, paper, and mixed media. “Storied House” by Sandy Webster, […]
10th Annual Art Walk – St. Charles Riverfront Arts – St. Charles, MO
Saint Charles Riverfront Arts (SCRA) is excited to announce the 10th Annual ArtWalk. This year, the event will be held for one night only – on Friday the 13th of November, 2015 from 7:00 pm until 11:00 pm – at OPO Startups venue, located in the renovated Old Post Office building on Historic Main Street in St. […]
Arts Council of Southeast Missouri Newsletter – Volume 3: Issue 44
Arts Council of Southeast Missouri Newsletter. Volume 3: Issue 44. November 4, 2015. View this email in your browser Arts Council of Southeast Missouri Vol 3: Issue 44 In this Issue: First Friday with the Arts Galleries: #FFSELFIE Scavenger Hunt Arts Council presents Gary Lucy Exhibition Friends of the Arts Arts in the News Arts […]
Awards Reception – Paint Your County Parks III – Foundry Art Centre – St. Charles, MO
The Foundry Art Centre and St. Charles County Parks and Recreation will host the “Paint Your County Parks III” Awards Reception on Thursday November 12, 2015 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Foundry Art Centre, 520 North Main Center, St. Charles, MO 63301. The winner of the annual “Paint Your County Parks III” […]
Hannibal Art Council News – November 5, 2015
Bluff City Theater presents The Maze Runner Friday, November 6 Saturday, November 7 at 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Admission is free although we gladly accept voluntary donations to support our educational activities. Tickets are available at the door. Come early as each performance is limited to 90 seats. Regularly, over the past year, a small […]
Art Business Workshop – The Art Business Institute – Washington, DC
Join us for an exciting Art Business Workshop this Winter …taking place at the American Made Show Walter E. Washington Convention Center 801 Mt. Vernon Place NW, Washington, DC January 16-17, 2016 Are you ready to move your small business from part-time to full-time, struggling to sustainable? THE ARTS BUSINESS INSTITUTE offers a two-day intensive […]
Christmas on Campbell – Fresh Art Gallery – Springfield, MO
Hello! The holidays are just around the corner. Why not get an early jumpstart on your shopping before the crowds get scary and the weather gets cold and snowy?!? Fresh gallery is excited to be a part of Christmas on Campbell again. Make sure you stop in and see what is “Fresh” at the gallery for all of the […]
Should you wholesale your work or not? – Art Business Institute
Arts Business Institute Should You Wholesale Your Work or Not? Posted: 02 Nov 2015 04:00 AM PST Wholesaling is a sustainable model that works well for many artists. But there are times when it isn’t right for you. When might wholesaling not be a good idea? Let’s look at some scenarios: You make only […]
Upcoming Workshop – Your Art, Your Brand – Volunteer Lawyers and Accountants for the Arts – St. Louis, MO
Your Art, Your Brand: An Artist’s Guide to Being Noticeable and Getting Noticed Monday, Nov. 9 (7:00 to 9:30 p.m.) With a background that blurs the lines between the arts and business savvy, Timmermann Group’s Bronwyn Ritchie is uniquely qualified to lead this discussion on establishing, maintaining and promoting an artist’s brand. Artists of all […]
Upcoming Show – Fall Into Art – Columbia, MO
Now in its sixth year, Fall Into Art blends art, music, and education to provide a weekend destination for the entire family. Parkade Center is the oldest mall in Columbia, Missouri and rich in memories. We invite you to be a part of Fall Into Art 2015. Fall Into Art 2014 was a huge success, bringing in 50 […]
Upcoming Show – Artists Boutique – Kirkwood, MO
Welcome to the St. Louis Artists Boutique! This event brings 60 exciting local and national artists to historic Kirkwood to help you celebrate the season. Join us at the Kirkwood Community Center, Saturday and Sunday, from 10 am to 4 pm. Please visit this outstanding show that is committed to quality fine art and fine […]
BOMH Board Meeting – @The Art Council of Southeast Missouri – Cape Girardeau, MO
Last month the Best of Missouri Hands board members found themselves meeting at The Arts Council of Southeast Missouri’s gallery in downtown Cape Girardeau, MO. While meeting we were able to enjoy the Third Annual Members Exhibit which was hanging at the time and a tour of a few local shops/galleries. Thank you to board […]
A Look Inside – Art Impressions Gallery – Sedalia, MO
Art Impressions Gallery and Frame Shop in Sedalia, MO, is owned and operated by juried Best of Missouri Hands artists Garnetta Sullivan. She has put together a nice collection of artists from around the state, many of which are also members of the BOMH such as Sam Davisson, Teresa Killion, Ron Emig, Cathy Kush, Village […]
Missouri State Fair – 2015 BOMH Participants
Maureen McHale Faith Bemiss Kim Kenney Lisa Pilant Fred SchollmeyerCynthia Meyer […]
Award Winners Announced – With These Missouri Hands – Lillian Yahn Gallery – O’Fallon, MO
“With These Missouri Hands” Gallery Show Ends The Closing Reception on August 28th marked the end of “With These Missouri Hands”, a gallery show featuring 35 pieces of artwork from 14 Missouri artists. The show was a collaboration between The Best of Missouri Hands and the St Charles County Arts Council and was held […]
Arts Council of Southeast Missouri Newsletter – Volume 3: Issue 43
Arts Council of Southeast Missouri Newsletter. Volume 3: Issue 43. October 28, 2015. View this email in your browser Arts Council of Southeast Missouri Vol 3: Issue 43 In this Issue: November Dates to Save: Nov. 1 Empty Bowls Event Nov. 6 – 28 Gary Lucy Solo Exhibition Nov. 6, 5-9pm First Friday Selfie Scavenger […]
Visit the “Newsletter” section on the BOMH website
Be sure to visit the Best of Missouri Hands website at www.bestofmissourihans.org for the latest, up to date news…calls for art, upcoming workshops, news from around the state, and more. Just look under the “Newsletter” tab to stay informed. Do you have an upcoming show, workshop or special event you would like to publicize? Then […]
Call for Art – Winter Exhibit – Art House – Fulton, MO
Our winter exhibit opens November 13 and will run through February 29th. This exhibition will showcase exciting new work from our regional artists and feature Best of Missouri Hands artists, in a wide range of themes, subject matter and media. The opening reception is Thursday, December 3, 5-7 pm. … ARTIST SUBMISSION INFORMATION: Delivery for […]
Tips for Branding Your Art Business – The Arts Business Institute
Tips for Branding Your Art Business Posted: 28 Oct 2015 04:00 AM PDT This is an excerpt from the popular e-course “Guide to Marketing for Artists & Craftspeople” which is available from The Arts Business Institute. Find it here. Establishing a brand visually means using a consistent, recognizable look in all materials and […]
New Lidded Boxes – Juried BOMH artist Dan Burelson
Lidded Boxes are made from hard maple. I textured the inside top and bottom then airbrushed with dyes. Using the EZ Threading Jig Pro from Chefware Kits http://www.chefwarekits.com/ez-threading-pro-xl-jig-thread-cutter I cut 10 TPI and 16 TPI threads so the lids screw on. I turned the outside and burnt lines on most for dying patterns on the […]
BOMH artists Carol Knox visits school – Grand Center Arts Academy – St. Louis, MO
Glass artist Carol Knox spends some time with middle school students sharing her passion for glass. Students loved learning about fused glass as an art form. They even got to experience the difficulty and patience needed for cutting glass. Carol shed some light on the business side of art, giving students insight on art shows, galleries, how to price […]
Excellence in Fibers – Juried BOMH artist Peggy Wyman – Fiber Art Now Magazine
I just received word that I am among 30 fiber artists whose work has been chosen for the “Excellence in Fibers” exhibition sponsored by Fiber Art Now magazine. This is the publication first exhibition. The work was selected by a panel of four nationally-known fiber artists including Jane Sauer, John Hopper, David Revere McFadden and […]
Artists in the News – Ste. Genevieve, MO
Ste. Genevieve Art Guild Members Receive Recognition Around State Quilling expert Lisa Palmer has been one of the featured artists this fall at Silver Dollar City in Branson. Palmer is a juried member of jewelry arts in the Best of Missouri Hands. Ste. Genevieve Art Guild member Peggy Bay, meanwhile, received an honorable mention award […]
Upcoming Wood Carving Workshop – Led by Loren Woodard – Lillian Yahn Gallery – O’Fallon, MO
Carve a Whimsical House with Loren Woodard Sign up now for a hands-on fun filled woodcarving workshop next January in O’Fallon, MO. Master woodcarver Loren Woodard will hold a weekend workshop on January 9th and 10th, 2016 and show you how to carve a little house from cottonwood bark. Beginners to advanced carvers are welcome. […]
St. Peters Cultural Art Centre – October 2015 News
ART SHOWS Into the Woods All Media Art Show and Competition Runs through Nov. 2 Stop by St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre to view this show. Click here to see the winners (pdf format). FEATURED ARTISTS: Circle of Eight – Diana Saffo Bono, Virginia Dragschutz, Jessica Dreyer, Ethel M. Ferrett, Natalie Fleming, Crystal Goldkamp, Annette […]
Springfield Regional Arts Newsletter – October 2015
OCTOBER 15, 2015 ARTS NEWSLETTER SRAC WEEKLY UPDATE ON ARTS IN OUR REGION First curated art show at Farmers Park scheduled for October 17-18 by Russ Holland Scheduled October 17-18, The Farmers Park Art Show will be the first curated art show at Farmers Park. This family-friendly event, hosted by Farmers Park and the […]
Greater St. Louis Art Association Newsletter – October 2015
OCTOBER MEETING Date: Thursday, October 22nd Place: Concordia Lutheran Church 505 South Kirkwood Road Kirkwood, MO 63122 Time: 6:30 pm – Fellowship and Refreshments 7:00 pm – Business Meeting and Program Program: Mosaic Artists: Kathy Rickerman and […]
At the Foundry – Foundry Art Centre – St. Charles, MO
October 22 – December 4, 2015 We’ve all heard that “home is where the heart is”, but what does that mean to you? The Foundry Art Centre’s Juried Exhibition Going Home asks the artist to explore the question of what is meant by “home”. Is it a place, a feeling, a person, a concept? Does […]
Fourth Annual Empty Bowls – Phoenix Fired Art – Joplin, MO
Fourth Annual Empty Bowls Come Help Fight LOCAL Hunger Thursday, November 19th, 2015 Lunch: 11:00 – 1:30 Dinner: 5:00 – 7:30 1603 S. Main Street Joplin, MO 417-437-9281 PRESALE: $25 Minimum Sales began October 20th Empty Bowl Presales are rolling right along. A minimum $25 donation gets you a fabulous handmade bowl and receipt for […]
Arts Council of Southeast Missouri Newsletter – Volume 3: Issue 42 – October 2015
Arts Council of Southeast Missouri Newsletter. Volume 3: Issue 42. October 21, 2015. View this email in your browser Arts Council of Southeast Missouri Vol 3: Issue 42 In this Issue: 45th Extravaganza Volunteers Needed MAC Grant Workshop Vintage Now Fashion Show Nov. 6 First Friday Selfie Scavenger Hunt Arts Out & About […]
Masquerade Mask Art Show – Hannibal Arts Council – Hannibal, MO
MASQUERADE MASK ART SHOW/COMPETITION created for Mark Twain’s 180th Birthday Bash on November 28 Area artists are invited to pick up a mask at the museum and submit it! Express your creativeness in the Museum’s Masquerade Mask Art Show. The competition is free and open to all artists or artists to be. Required […]
Upcoming Events – Hannibal Arts Council – Hannibal, MO
PEACOCK FEATHER 12”x 12” Acrylic Painting on Canvas Instructor: Brenda Beck Fisher Friday, November 13 7-9 p.m. WINTER CARDINAL 12”x 12” Acrylic Painting on Canvas Instructor: Brenda Beck Fisher Saturday, November 21 7-9 p.m. Space is limited, so make your reservations TODAY @ 573-221-6545 $25 for HAC members/$35 for non-members Must be […]
Alicia Farris Workshop – Missouri Artists on Main – St. Charles, MO
Missouri Artists on Main 321 So. Main St. Charles, Mo 63301 636-724-1260 New Openings in Alicia Farris Workshop! We had 2 cancellations!! Sign up today!! October 27 & 28 and October 29 & 30 -City Scape Workshop with Alicia Farris!! In this 2 day workshop learn techniques to create your own City […]
Upcoming Workshops – Missouri Arts Council – Rolla, MO
Interested in receiving funding from the Missouri Arts Council? We have the workshop for you! Learn how to navigate the Missouri Arts Council grant process by joining us this fall for the annual Grant Information Workshops. These workshops are designed for new applicants or those who are in need of basic help with the Missouri […]
Spooktakular Event – Crackpot Pottery – Joplin, MO
Hello! Just making an announcement of an upcoming event at Crackpot Pottery in Joplin. Crackpot Pottery is thrilled to announce an exciting event on October 30 and 31. The fantastic artists will gather their current works and offer a sale of spooky proportions. It is the perfect opportunity to celebrate Halloween and get a jumpstart […]
Capital Arts October Newsletter – Jefferson City, MO
Calling All Artists Capital Arts is seeking artists for the upcoming Give the Gift of Art Exhibition. If you’re an artist you don’t miss out on one of this crowd favorite. This exhibition is open and seeks works that are holiday related, winter related or just plain giftable! Don’t be afraid to bring in […]
October Newsletter – Allied Art Council – St. Joseph, MO
Donate your quality art to Allied Arts Council to help raise money for Council programs like Sculpture Walk, Trails West and Artscape! Our sell will be in December, 25th. To donate art, or for more information contact the Allied Arts Council office 816-233-0231 Weekly Rehearsal All singers are welcome to come join River Song for […]
November Open House Party – Stone Soup Galleries – Chesterfield, MO
We are excited, and somewhat amazed…. After all, it is glass. Sculptures and Jewelry from members of The St Louis Lampworkers Society will be waiting for you at our November 6th Open House Party. Glass Totems by Marilyn Roberts ($200 each) We are inviting all of our friends… and friends’ friends to this Friday night gathering for a […]
One Pulse: The History of Rock and Soul – Foundry Art Centre – St. Charles, MO
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Hats Off – Sam Davisson – Silver Dollar City Liason for BOMH
Hats off to juried Best of Missouri Hands studio artist, Sam Davisson. Sam works tirelessly behind the scene’s to provide an excellent opportunity to our juried artists to show, create and sell their work at one of the nations leading theme parks…Silver Dollar City. Most folks are probably well acquainted with Silver Dollar City located […]