Chelsie Nicole Contemporary, owner Chelsie Nicole Murfee, at 101 East Church St. in Ozark.

Find classes and workshops here.

Upcoming classes and workshops:

Graphite & Mixed Media Drawing
February 28 - March 2 / Friday & Saturday 9-4 p.m., Sunday 1-4 p.m. This three day course offers an introduction to Chelsie Nicole Murfee's graphite and mixed media drawing technique for creating warm, rich darks and smooth ethereal lights. Learn studio secrets for capturing visual textures, rendering reflective objects, and creating fine details.

Painting the Portrait Beyond the Photo
April 3-7, 2025 / 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
A transformative 5-day in-person painting workshop where you’ll delve into both classical and contemporary oil painting techniques.

Springfield ARTS Anonymous

By Linda Kirchner

ARTS Anonymous is an international organization designed to help artists achieve their creative potential. Our Springfield ARTS Anonymous group meets the second Tuesday of each month from 1:30 to 2:45 in the library at the Creamery Arts Center.

We discuss ways to get past blocks to our creativity and provide help and inspiring support for all types of artists including musicians, writers, painters, sculptors, jewelry makers, etc.

Everyone is welcome. You may bring examples of your work to share. Join us on our mutual journeys to artistic freedom.

Lucid TLC Arts LLC Studio & Art Gallery

Tiffany Collins, Owner. 111 S. Main St, Nixa MO 65714 Phone: 417-755-3724

Classes are listed on their website.

Cheryl Vowels will be teaching a class to make a nightlight. "You can make almost anything your heart desires. This is the beginning class, but glass cutting will be taught. Safety glasses are required if you are going to cut glass." Class is at 1:30-3 on March 23. You can call TLC to pre-register or click here for more information and to register.

Sherri Davis

Sherri Davis is arranging a workshop, "Pastel Painting with Wow!," to be taught by pastel artist Charles Peer. The class will be at Splatter Art Studio from June 27-29. You can visit Splatter's website here for more information about Charles Peer and the workshop. To sign-up, contact Sherri at artistsherridavis@gmail.com .

Southwest Missouri Woman's Artist Retreat

Studio 55 member Ann Kynion announces that plans are underway for the Tenth Southwest Missouri Woman's Artist Retreat. The instructor will be Janelle Patterson (local Springfield acrylic artist). The dates will be May 25-28 (Sunday through Wednesday). It is held at the Rockbridge Trout Ranch, outside of Ava, Missouri (about 1.5 hours from Springfield).

The cost for the workshop, meals and lodging will be $450 (same as last year) with double occupancy. Now accepting deposits ($100 holds your spot, and attendance is limited to 20). You may send deposits to: Ann Kynion, P.O. Box 3544, Springfield, MO 65808. Deadline for full payment will be March 15th. Contact Ann with any questions, at akynion@yahoo.com.

Urban Sketchers of Springfield, MO

Ann Kynion

Want to improve your drawing skills? Like to draw on location? Check out the sketching venues of the Urban Sketchers of Springfield, MO. We meet on the 1st Saturday of the month at different locations. Check the Facebook page to see where we will be on the next Saturday. Join us to sketch indoors or out. We will usually meet up at 10 a.m.

Learn more here

Farley Lewis, Nationally Recognized Artist, Muralist and Teacher

Class Schedules:

Contact: Website: www.farleylewis.com

email farleylewis@gmail.com

text/call:417-773-1175

Online class: "Anyone can learn to be a better painter" Farley has video classes online. Join hispainting clubto gain access to these tutorials.

He is also teaching the following classes at Lucid TLC Arts in Nixa. For more information about the classes at Lucid TLC, visit the website.

Painting Better Flowers, March 3 – 12:30-4 p.m.
Description: In this class we look at ways to conquer the unique challenges of capturing the wonder of flowers. Come have fun painting these beauties with us!

Painting Better Water, March 10 – 12:30-4 p.m.
Description: Those who can capture the magic of water stand out in a room full of artists. From water glare to reflections, ripples and waves to underwater rocks, this class will help you master this tricky subject matter.

Contact email: studio55guild@gmail.com

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Paula Moore

Paula offers classes in several locations -- please see Paula's website here. For questions or for commission work, contact paula@paulamooreart.com or call 417-830-6802.

Peggy Dyke

Every Monday, 12:30 to 3:30, Acrylic Art Class with Peggy Dyke, $45

Classes are held at the Baked Bean Coffee Shop, 1860 N. Commerce Drive, Nixa. All supplies are provided with step-by-step instructions.

Call or message Peggy for sign-up prior to class day. 417-619-7766.

Meike Aton Art Studio & Gallery offers workshops by Meike Aton

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Alicia Farris, Internationally Known Award-Winning Watercolor Artist:

Alicia will be teaching a watercolor workshop, PAINTING LIGHT AND EMOTION, at Splatter Studio on March 6 and 7. There are limited spaces available, please check details on her website and contact her via email at art@afarris.com to register.

PAINTING HOLIDAY AND WORKSHOP IN PROVENCE, 2025!
This 8-day French painting adventure will include daily excursions including to local villages, markets, and to the Monastery of St. Paul Mausole, where Van Gogh stayed during his troubled times in 1889-90. Students will paint and sketch with Alicia each day on location in various wonderful places. The group will have an indoor studio space to gather, critique, discuss, and work from sketches and/or photos when they'd like. Please see details on her website here. Though it is a ways away, registration is very limited, as class sizes are kept to 12-15 people. Feel free to contact Alicia with additional questions at abfarris81@gmail.com.

Alicia has been painting professionally and teaching classes for over 20 years. Her work has won many awards and been exhibited in international galleries and private collections. Alicia continues to teach workshops regularly throughout the US and plans to continue scheduling local workshops at Splatter Studio when she is able. Please check her workshop schedule on her website https://www.afarris.com or follow her on social media to learn of scheduled Springfield events. Instagram: @aliciafarrisart or Facebook ArtistAliciaFarris.

Join the "Monday Painters"

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Janice McCain

Monday Painters is a painting and drawing group that meets every Monday from 10 a.m. to noon. There are no lessons, just a time to work on our art. A teacher is available for advise. This group is made up of beginners and more experienced artists. Anyone is welcome. If you are interested, you can call Janice McCain at 417-844-8628. Splatter Art Studio. Splatter Art Studio 4160 S. Lone Pine, Springfield. There is a $5 fee for the upkeep of the studio.

Oil & Acrylic Painting Classes with Greg Chappell

Classes on Renaissance Techniques in painting by Award Winning New Orleans Artist

Lessons are available one on one or group settings at Greg’s home in Nixa. These classes are for beginners through advanced students, who want to refine their skills. Call Greg Chappell to register or learn more (504) 613- 7810

These classes are for oil or acrylic painters of any experience level. Learn the techniques of renaissance painting attributed to the old master’s system. Greg Chappell has spent decades studying the application of pigments to the appropriate surfaces. What kind of brushes, what kind of canvas, and what kind of medium make all the difference in the world. His classes will encourage creativity while playing with color and technique and building skills that will be invaluable for creating a quality piece of art.

Dawna Middleton

Dawna Middleton is teaching a once-a-month class at Northview Center, Doling Park, 305 E. Talmage St., Springfield, on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 3:30 p.m.

It is a basic painting class that allows others to explore their abilities and the possibilities of painting on canvas.
Contact Dawna at midd45@gmail.com.

DARE TO DRAW with Tracy Bruton

"Have you ever wanted to learn to draw, to lose yourself in the magic that happens with a piece of paper and a drawing tool? Well, you CAN. Everyone can! In this class I will teach you how to see like an artist sees. If you can SEE it, you can draw it. Imagine being able to convincingly render anything that is placed in front of you. The class will be taught in bite-sized increments to guarantee success. You will be amazed by your progression. We will begin with Graphite but will eventually expand to charcoal, oil pastel, pen and ink, and more. All of your supplies will be provided." Contact Tracy by email here.
"We meet in my home for lessons. I also have classes for children." The cost is $30 per class.

Tracy also teaches at Lucid TLC Arts. More information about classes at Lucid TLC Arts is available here.

To visit her gallery or learn how to sign up for her workshops, visit here or call 417-343-3481.

Steve McGuire

Steve McGuire is teaching airbrush classes. Contact Steve at 417-880-0088 for more information.