Congratulations to Bluestem Missouri Craft
Bluestem is celebrating 30 years in business.The gallery is a Corporate Member of the Best of Missouri Hands and represents over 250 artists – 80% of which are from Missouri. One can find a mix of fine and traditional crafts in clay,glass, wood, metal, fiber and more – all made in Missouri and its eight […]
Corporate Membership 2013
Best of Missouri Hands Corporate Members make up an exceptional group of corporations dedicated to supporting and preserving the artistic and cultural heritage of the arts of Missouri. Best of Missouri Hands offers excellent opportunities for high visibility while providing vital support to our exhibitions, educational programs that makes the Best of Missouri Hands one of […]
Missouri Life Magazine Seeks Missouri-made Items
Dear Best of Missouri Hands Members: Missouri Life magazine is currently seeking interesting Missouri-made items to showcase in our feature, “A Few of Our Favorite Missouri Things” for our upcoming December issue, which is intended to be mainly a gift-buying guide, although we can also use some holiday décor items. We’re looking for all kinds […]
Welcome To Our Newest Juried Members!
The June jury session results are in. The following artists demonstrated the high level of exemplary craftsmanship and artistry required to attain Best of Missouri Hands Juried Member status. We are thrilled to include these artists in our Juried Member roster. Jeff Walker: Pottery, Partner: David Schuh, Reeds Spring Judith Olson, Fiber, Chesterfield Stan Inman: […]
July 2013
As always, The Best of Missouri Hands would like to recognize our Corporate Members: […]
Art in the Park photo gallery
“Art in the Park” was held June 1-2 at Stephens Lake Park in Columbia, MO. The event was presented by the Columbia Art League. Several BOMH juried artists were featured. Congratulations to Lisa Becker, who won a Best in Glass ribbon. Learn more about “Art in the Park” at www.ArtInTheParkColumbia.org. […]
Artist Spotlight: Serena Boschert
Photos and story by Kim Carr I recently had the opportunity to sit down with juried artist Serena Boschert. We met at Framations Art Gallery in St. Charles on Main Street, where she has been a resident artist since the gallery opened seven years ago. http://www.framations.com/boschert.html Serena is a Charter Member of The Best of […]
Corporate Membership 2013
The Best of Missouri Hands Corporate Members comprise an exceptional group of corporations dedicated to supporting our mission to interpret and preserve the artistic and cultural heritage of the arts of Missouri. The Best of Missouri Hands offers excellent opportunities for corporations and other organizations to gain high visibility while providing vital support to our exhibitions and educational […]
BOMH Regional Exhibit in Hannibal
by Michael Gaines, HAC/MACAA Executive Director and BOMH Board Member The Hannibal Arts Council enjoys a long-standing connection with Best of Missouri Hands members through the Autumn Historic Folklife Festival, held each year in October. Many of the exhibitors are BOMH members and are part of who we call our Folklife Festival Family. As a festival […]
BOMH at the Missouri Governor’s Mansion
The Best of Missouri Hands is privileged to have a presence at the Missouri Governor’s Mansion since the organization partnered with Governor and Mrs. Bob Holden to collect and display ornaments created by Missouri artisans on the Governor’s Mansion tree in December of 2002. This project continued until December of 2004. Beginning in 2005, the […]
Facebook and the BOMH Family
I admit to a love-hate relationship with Facebook. I once swore to have nothing to do with it. But when I was elected to the Board of BOMH, I realized that Facebook just might be the ideal way to get to know the membership of the organization better – and by extension allow them to […]
Perks of Being a Juried Member
Who doesn’t love a good perk… and I’m not talking coffee! Everyone always asks… “what’s in it for me?” Well, when it comes to your juried member page, the first thing that comes to mind is VISIBILITY. Yes visibility. Your artist statement, your work, your category, your website, contact info, business name, everything is easily […]
For Juried Members: BOMH stickers, banners and badges
NOTICE: JURIED MEMBERS Juried Members of BOMH may purchase stickers to place on their products that show the world they are Juried Members of BOMH. In addition, BOMH vinyl banners for your booth draw the customers in. Both items are available ONLY to Juried Members and ONLY through BOMH. The stickers come in three sizes. […]
BOMH Strategic Plan
by Sandy Kolde The BOMH Board of Directors is looking forward to a period of growth and development in the next three to five years. To that end, we have undertaken the task of crafting a new strategic plan for Best of Missouri Hands. Our goal in developing an entirely new plan is to determine […]
Demystifying the Jury Process
By: Lisa Becker I remember several years ago when I first applied to become a Juried Member of Best of Missouri Hands. I looked at my pictures, I thought they were pretty decent. Glass is hard to photograph and I had taken them myself. Sure, you could see just the edge of the pedestal but […]
ARTstravaganza 2013
Spend the Second Weekend in November at ARTstravaganza! For 11 years now, ARTstravaganza has been a very special part of the fall arts scene in St Louis. With the artistry of our members and the elegance of the St. Louis Artists’ Guild, we have the best looking, most unique show in the St. Louis area. […]
BOMH gear at Cafe Press
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Regional Exhibitions
Exciting news from the Regional Events and Activities Committee: Jeanne Scott, Jeff Walker, Bob Hartzell and Michael Gaines A little over a year ago I was approached by the Kirksville Arts Association regarding a solo exhibit. I don’t know how many of you have been lucky enough to visit the Kirksville Arts Center, and if […]
President’s Letter
The Best of Missouri Board of Directors wants to publicly thank Martha Greer for her many contributions to the success of BOMH. We wish her the best of luck in all her future endeavors and all opportunities that will surely arise. As we embark on the next chapter, we gratefully acknowledge the contributions of all […]
Group Exhibit – Northeast Region Members
JOHN STOECKLEY: THE PROVENCE COLLECTION May 25-July 6 Opening Reception: Saturday, May 25 * 5-8 p.m.Ha Hannibal Arts Council […]
May 2013
As always, The Best of Missouri Hands would like to recognize our Corporate Members. Alliance Art Gallery Allied Arts Council Augusta Chamber of Commerce Bluestem Missouri Crafts Columbia Art League Downtown Excelsior Partnership Downtown Hannibal Art Fair DreamCatcher Sheep & Fiber Farm Excelsior Springs Cultural Guild Kinderhook Treasures Missouri Association of Community Arts Agencies […]
BOMH Welcomes New Board Members
Andrea Jira and Nancy McDowell recently joined the BOMH board of Directors. Andrea and Nancy filled current board vacancies. They bring a high level of professional and creative experience to the board and are a welcome addition. Andrea Jira, Columbia MO Born in Kansas City, residing in Columbia, Missouri, Andrea has been creating jewelry for […]
Missouri Arts Council seeking artists for a feature article
The Missouri Arts Council is looking for artists with more than one string to their bow for a feature article that will be published on missouriartscouncil.org on June 3. The idea is to focus on artists who work professionally in divergent forms—a potter who is also a working musician, a fiber artist who is a published poet, […]
June Jury Session Approaching!
If you have been a general member of BOMH for 90 days, are over 18 years of age and are a Missouri resident, you are eligible to apply for juried status. Juried status has specific benefits including a personalized page on the BOMH web site, the opportunity to exhibit in special events, the opportunity to […]
Waverly House Gifts and Gallery: Featured Corporate Member
Owner Eunice Waller recently answered a few questions, 1. I know many members are familiar with Waverly House as a longtime member and supporter of BOMH. But for those who don’t please us a little bit about Waverly House Gifts and Gallery. Waverly House is a fine art and fine craft gallery that began in 1987. […]
Letter from Ann Salviazul
Dear Martha Greer, Executive Director and BOMH Board of Directors, Thank you for the scholarship to attend the ArtSmart 2013 Conference in Springfield, Missouri. The sessions were professionally presented, informative and encouraging. The Best of Missouri Hands is certainly meeting its mission of “Educating its members; Providing technical assistance and mentoring for artistic development; and […]
Executive Director’s Letter
These past few months have been busy! ArtSmart 2013 was an amazing success. With almost double the number of attendees from 2012, engaging and charismatic presenters, awesome activities and last but not least, an enthusiastic group of attendees, the conference was amazing! Feedback from surveys indicated that everyone who participated agreed. “Fresh Art” a juried […]
Corporate Member News
HAC to spotlight regional artists Hannibal, MO – The Hannibal Arts Council joins up with Best of Missouri Hands, a statewide artists and artisans association, to host a group exhibit featuring general and juried members of BOMH who live in Northeast Missouri. Louisiana artist John Stoeckley will have a coinciding exhibit featuring his original pen, […]
BOMH Donors
Thank you to the following who have made a financial contribution to support the Best of Missouri Hands 2012-2013 Vic Barr Kim Carr Don Crozier Jane Domke Michael Gaines Martha Greer Charles Harrison Peggy King Nancy Koehler Sandy Kolde Missouri Mansion Preservation Joyce Rosen Jeanne Scott Loren Woodard Martin Spilker Each donation helps The Best […]
Celebrating Best of Missouri’s Arts Community
We regretfully inform the Best of Missouri membership, sponsors, board members, etc., that as of May 29, Martha Greer will officially resign as Executive Director. We thank Martha for her leadership in this organization and for moving us forward. And with your help and support we will continue to grow. Wonderful things are happening at […]
ArtSmart 2013 a resounding success!
ArtSmart 2013, held in Springfield MO March 15 – 17 was a resounding success! Conference attendees enjoyed the many sessions, events and activities. […]
New Corporate Members
The Best of Missouri Hands welcomes two new corporate members: Greater Augusta Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 31 Augusta, MO 63332 (636) 228-4005 While Augusta hosts a number of events throughout the year to the general public, don’t overlook the possibility that our historic town could also be the perfect place to […]
Member News
Rose Monzyk, owner of Rose Monzyk Millinery and Brushworks, entered a “project runway” type competition for milliners named Top Hat. Below is her description of the event: “We arrived in Lexington March 8 with no idea of what we would be doing or what materials we’d be given. We had a total of six hours over […]
The Best at Bilderbach
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Fresh Art “Award of Excellence” Winners
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New Juried Members
Welcome To Our Newest Juried Members! The January jury session results are in. The following artists demonstrated the high level of exemplary craftsmanship and artistry required to attain BOMH juried artist status. We are thrilled to include these artists in our juried member roster. Ward Garrison: Wood, Wright City Loren Woodard: Wood, Sunrise Beach Robyn Winn: […]
Regional Activities Take BOMH Around the State
Cape Girardeau – “The Best at Bilderbach” Exhibit: May 3-30 The Best of Missouri Hands invites general and juried BOMH artists to submit entries for a juried exhibit at Bilderbach Art Plaza in downtown Cape Girardeau. “The Best at Bilderbach” will run May 3 – May 30. Bilderach Art Plaza is a beautiful, vibrant space […]
BOMH Goes to Kentucky Crafted Market
Eight juried members of BOMH will travel to Lexington, Kentucky for the 2013 Kentucky Crafted Market. Through a strong relationship forged with the Kentucky Arts Council years ago, BOMH is one of only a few guilds to receive a special invitation to showcase fine art and craft at this Kentucky-only event. Former BOMH Executive Director […]
Lori Purk, Featured Artist
Featured BOMH Member: Lori Purk, Photographer 1. Can you please describe your art and artistic process? I go out into the field to experience and enjoy whatever is presented to me on that particular day. I try to keep and open mind and am glad for whatever sights that I am blessed to see. Hopefully, […]
Nixa Student Receives First BOMH Student Achievement Award
Sean Gilbert, a senior from Nixa High School has been selected to be recognized by the Best of Missouri Hands for outstanding achievement in the arts. Sean was nominated by Riann Lubinski, Art Department Chair at Nixa High School. He will be recognized during the annual meeting at ArtSmart on March 16th. Additionally, he will be presented […]
Sonya Nicholson shares ACRE Orlando experience
The Missouri Artisans Association goes to ACRE Orlando Sonya Nicholson, BOMH juried member shares a few words about her recent participation in ACRE Orlando: Reaching a broader national audience for my artwork was my goal in showing with BOMH, a.k.a. The Missouri Artisans Association at ACRE Orlando. Having participated in many ArtSmart conferences and selling […]
Fresh Art: Juried Exhibit Features General and Juried Members
Twenty four general and juried members of the Best of Missouri Hands will be featured in the “Fresh Art” exhibit at Fresh Gallery in Springfield MO. The exhibit will run March 1 – March 29. The exhibit will be part of the First Friday downtown Art Crawl and included in the Missouri Alliance of Arts Educators […]
Member News
Janice Lackey won best of show in the annual Mid-Missouri Artist Members show in Warrensburg, MO for her water color scenery picture, Vista I, 2012. Adam Long received Honorable Mention for his use of repurposed materials in the EcoArtsAwards International Art Competition (www.EcoArtsAwards.com). Adam also has work in four different exhibitions this March in the […]
Featured Corporate Member: Allied Arts Council, St. Joseph MO
The Allied Arts Council (AAC) seeks to make St. Joseph a better place to live through the arts with a mission to provide leadership and support for the arts and its member organizations. The Council exists “to bring arts and people together.” Founded in 1963, and looking forward to its 50th birthday in 2013, AAC […]
Executive Director’s Letter
Long before I became Executive Director of the Best of Missouri Hands, I was well aware of BOMH as an organization that was synonymous with a high level of artistry and craftsmanship. As someone who planned art exhibits and events, I understood that if you wanted to draw those seeking high quality, handmade visual arts to your event, one […]
ArtSmart Approaching
Only a few weeks remain until an art filled weekend of learning and fun at ArtSmart 2013 “Through the Kaleidoscope.” We hope you can join us at one of the Midwest’s finest professional development opportunities for artists. You will not find a better value for your hard-earned dollars than this three-day conference. With over 25 […]
BOMH Welcomes Two New Corporate Members
BOMH Welcomes Two New Corporate Members: Downtown Hannibal Art Fair and Stone Soup Gallery. Downtown Hannibal Art Fair: The Downtown Hannibal Art Fair is Hannibal’s newest festival featuring fine artists and artisans. Though a fairly new festival, the foundation has been laid to build a top-notch art fair in “America’s Hometown” from the […]
March 2013
As always, The Best of Missouri Hands would like to recognize our Corporate Members. Alliance Art Gallery Allied Arts Council Bluestem Missouri Crafts Columbia Art League Downtown Excelsior Partnership Downtown Hannibal Art Fair DreamCatcher Sheep & Fiber Farm Excelsior Springs Cultural Guild Missouri Association of Community Arts Agencies (MACAA) Missouri Life, Inc. Northland Exposure […]
The Silver Dollar City Update
By Melynda Lotven Move in Park Creates New Opportunities for our Artists Every few years Silver Dollar City moves our Best of Missouri Hands group to different places on the park. National Harvest Festival is September 12 – October 26, 2013. This year we will be in 2 locations which will create new opportunities for […]