Opening July 31, FREE Reception. 5-8PM
“THE ART OF ILLUSTRATION reads our cultural moment and how it’s affecting art, illustration and creative thought,” says Jon Cournoyer, juror.
Since medieval times, “illuminations” in woodcuts provided visual representations to Gutenberg’s printed books. “We’re engaged in a wild period of exciting change, thanks to the influx of digital imaging and technology, as well as the ease with which postmodern appropriation is possible and research afforded by the Internet,” Cournoyer adds.
Thirty-eight artists were juried into the exhibit, including seventeen members of the Artists’ Guild: Randy Allen, Michael Anderson, Laura Bailey, Sally Coffin, Maria Cooper, Maria D’Agrosa-Sweney, John Dyess, Brenda Gilliam, Julie Heller, Tim Kent, Grace Kettenbrink, Lani Kohoutek-Miller, Glenn Miller, Barbara Nwacha, Jim Trotter, Ron Vivod, Marjorie Williamson
At left, Señorita Lupita by Bruce Calvin.
St. Louis Artists’ Guild is partnering with Miriam Switching Post to provide a variety of seating throughout the gallery. This furniture is available for purchase with proceeds going to Miriam School.
Juror Jon Cournoyer, a St. Louis-based graphic designer and artist, taps into unconscious associations through found objects and imagery, melding printmaking, painting, and assemblage. Represented by Hoffman LaChance Contemporary Gallery, his work is collected nationally. Cournoyer is Senior Head of Graphic Design at the Saint Louis Art Museum and Adjunct Professor at Webster University.
NEW WEBSITE COMING
WooHoo! We’re looking forward to unveiling our new website — and with it, more opportunities to highlight our members and engage the community. Stay tuned.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR:
- Aug. 12: Gallery Talk, ART OF ILLUSTRATION, 7pm. Jon Cournoyer talks about the exhibit and how over the last century designers like Andy Warhol, Milton Glacier and Chris Rubino crossed over to the Art field from Illustration – creativity crossing commercial and noncommercial platforms – blurring the lines.
- Sept. 11: Opening Reception: PAIRINGS, 5 – 8pm. Collaborative work from nearly 80 fiber artists across Missouri, Illinois, and Canada will be the focus of an exhibition to premiere in St. Louis and travel to mid-Missouri this Fall. Sponsored by
Missouri Fiber Artists (MoFA). Like to shop? Interested in artist-created items? “Flash the cash” at the PAIRINGS POP-UP SHOP, featuring a wide array of handmade items from the exhibiting artists, September 11 through October 18, when the exhibit closes. PAIRINGS is part of Innovations in Textiles, a collaborative event showcasing what’s new in fiber art. Twenty-three galleries throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area are participating in this event.
Sept. 12: “Through the Veil” Workshop with Leandra Spangler and Suza Wooldridge, Missouri Fiber Artists. Find out how to create embellished fabric collage, framed and overlaid with organza, pierced to reveal treasures below the surface at this one-day workshop. Space is limited. Call us for more info: 314-727-6266.
- Oct. 23: Preview Party & Nov. 7: Collectors’ Choice. Our signature fund-raising event introduces art lovers to the joy of collecting artwork by local and regional artists. We’re grateful to our artists who donate their work for this event. Thank you for your support!
VISIT US
In June, the St. Louis Artists’ Guild opened its doors at 12 N. Jackson at Forsyth Blvd in Clayton. With ample free parking and a metro-link stop, it’s an easy location to visit.
Make it your destination! Discover art. Take a class. Host a party or business meeting. Find an artist whose work you love and commission art for your home or office.
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday: 10am – 6 pm Saturday: 10am – 4pm
Free and open to the public.
HELP US GROW
Our education studio is a true work of art in progress! It needs electrical work, new lighting, and cabinetry to make it…artful.
Our gallery needs movable walls, acoustical panels, a reception desk, display window upgrades, technology upgrades, and exterior signage.
Can you help? Say YES! We need you!
Capital Campaign
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday: 10am – 6 pm Saturday: 10am – 4pm
Free and open to the public.
