Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center
Studio 55 members will be putting up their art on Saturday, August 3 for a show at Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center, 2400 South Scenic, Springfield. The exhibit runs through September 20.
The following Studio 55 members will be participating: Cindy Bates, Eleanor Berger, Joan Bowen, Tracy Bruton, Kathleen Day, Felicia Ellis, LaDonna Greiner, Chris Haik, Ann Kynion, Jerri Loveland, Janice McCain, Steve McGuire, Debbie McKeever, Emmie Seaman, Luther Smith, Gary Tebbenkamp, Susan Van Doran and Julie Zaslow.
Included here is a photo of the art by Steve McGuire, "Frozen Blue," which will be included in the exhibit.
Mindy Tillery
Studio 55 member Mindy Tillery will be the featured artist for August at Fresh Gallery, 401 N. Boonville, Springfield. Come by to see her during First Friday, August 2. Included next to this text is one of her pieces, "Entering Eden," which will be part of that exhibit.
Series: Nature Imprints & Impressions
In her latest series, Nature Imprints & Impressions, Mindy says she explores the beauty of the natural world by creating monotypes imprinted with oil pigment then fused with encaustic medium. Working larger on Japanese Sumi paper scrolls that are 9 feet long, she says she "played with the integration of the monotypes into visual stories that unleash the magic of nature through captivating imprints and impressions, weaving visual stories that resonate with your soul and delve into the beauty of the natural world in a whole new light!"
In addition to the six scrolls, the full series consists of new works on panels, as well as original matted monotypes.
CURRENT AND UPCOMING 2024 EXHIBIT SCHEDULE FROM CHAIRMAN GARY TEBBENKAMP
Contact: garyt1949@gmail.com or 417-234-2868 for more information.
Ongoing exhibits: Ongoing exhibits featuring Studio 55 members include Bambinos Restaurant (2810 Battlefield Road and Lone Pine, Springfield) and the Walnut Street Inn (900 E. Walnut, Springfield). Contact Sandra Letson, 417-496-1838, to apply or for more information about these two exhibits. Featured artists for both locations are Meike Aton, Rick Atwell, Tiffany Collins, Peggy Dyke, LaDonna Greiner, Ruth Peñaherrera-Norton, Leta Sapp, and Jane Troup. Congratulations to the artists who have recently sold art at these locations. A total of 10 paintings have been sold.
The Mud Lounge, 321 E. Walnut St., Springfield. Studio 55 members now exhibiting at the Mud Lounge include Meike Aton, Rebecca Burrell, Greg Chappell, Nancy Day, Carol Snyder, Misty Ware and Julie Zaslow. During August, new art will be added from these studio 55 members: Meike Aton, Nancy Day, Steve McGuire, Dawna Middleton, Luther Smith, Doug Steere, and Julie Zaslow. Drop-off of new art will be Wednesday, August 14 (after our meeting), from 3:15-4:30 p.m.
The Holland Building, 205 Park Central East, Springfield. Theme: "Something Springfield." To be rescheduled in 2025. Watch for a future email about this.
The Springfield Botanical Center, 2400 S. Scenic Avenue, Springfield. If your art that was submitted by email was accepted, then drop off art Saturday, August 3, 9-10 a.m. Pick up art Saturday, Sept. 21, 9-10 a.m. This exhibit, “Wonders of Nature" is ongoing from August 3 to September 21. The following Studio 55 artists are participating: Cindy Bates, Eleanor Berger, Joan Bowen, Tracy Bruton, Kathleen Day, Felicia Ellis, LaDonna Greiner, Chris Haik, Ann Kynion, Jerri Loveland, Janice McCain, Steve McGuire, Debbie McKeever, Emmie Seaman, Luther Smith, Gary Tebbenkamp, Susan Van Doran and Julie Zaslow. Open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. every day, except that Sundays are from 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fresh Gallery, 401 N. Boonville, Springfield, will host an exhibit of Studio 55 members' art during August. The exhibit, "Hot Days - Cool Art," runs from August 1 - 31 during gallery hours of 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. You can also come see this during the First Friday Art Walk on August 2, 2024, featuring art by Studio 55 members Meike Aton, Cindy Bylander, Tracy Bruton, Ken Burstin, Carol Chappell, Darlene Copeland, Felicia Ellis, LaDonna Greiner, Ann Kynion, Janice McCain, Steve McGuire, Dawna Middleton, Ruth Penaherrera-Norton, Doug Steere, Gary Tebbenkamp, Ursula Wollenberg and Julie Zaslow.
National Avenue Christian Church, 1515 S. National Avenue, Springfield. Submission deadline August 13. This exhibit runs from August 17 to September 27, 2024. A small portion of any sales goes to the church, which provides Studio 55 with space for its monthly meetings at no cost. Members should have received an email in July explaining how to apply.
Elliott Robinson, CPA Firm, 2305 S. Blackman Road, Suite D, Springfield. Theme: "Art Inspired By Light." September-December 2024. Submission deadline is August 24. An email was sent to members with instructions and drop-off date.
Sky Gallery, Springfield-Branson National Airport. Studio 55 is invited to display art at Sky Gallery from December 2024-February 2025. Art must be at least 36" on each side. More information will follow about this opportunity.
Springfield Regional Arts Council
Learn more about The Springfield Regional Arts Council (SRAC) and register to receive a newsletter about events and exhibits in the area and the advantages of joining. Learn more about SRAC calls for art.
Formed Gallery
Formed Gallery, at 210 E. Walnut Street, participates in First Friday Art Walk, features monthly artist exhibitions and other artists' work. More information is available here. Gallery members who are members of Studio 55: Sherri Davis, Nancy Dornan, Alicia Farris, Dana Neuenschwander, Andi Snethern, and Ursula Wollenberg.
Mud Lounge
Studio 55 Arts Guild is proud to be exhibiting members' works at a new location, The Mud Lounge, 321 E. Walnut, Springfield. Currently featured are the works of Studio 55 members Meike Aton, Rebecca Burrell, Greg Chappell, Nancy Day, Carol Snyder, Misty Ware and Julie Zaslow. In August, new art will be added, featuring studio 55 members Meike Aton, Nancy Day, Steve McGuire, Dawna Middleton, Luther Smith, Doug Steere, and Julie Zaslow.
Walnut Street Inn
Studio 55 members Rick Atwell and Jane Troup are Walnut Street Inn’s featured artists at 900 E. Walnut Ave., Springfield.
July 2024 Meeting
A truly fabulous way to spend a lovely afternoon in July! Steve McGuire gave an inspiring and informative presentation about airbrushing as well as his journey as an artist. We had a great crowd who asked interesting questions, and s’mores for a snack! C’mon folks, does it get any better? Join us next month and bring a friend.
Lucid TLC Arts LLC, Studio & Gallery
Lucid TLC Arts is now at its new location, 111 S. Main St., Nixa. Check out our classes page on this website for more information about the many classes and workshops there. They often have a "First Saturday" art show. More information is available here.
Fresh Gallery
As noted above in our schedule of exhibits, Fresh Gallery will be featuring the works of Studio 55 members in the show, "Hot Days - Cool Art," during August. We hope to see you at this First Friday show on Friday, August 2. The following Studio 55 members are participating: Meike Aton, Cindy Bylander, Tracy Bruton, Ken Burstin, Carol Chappell, Darlene Copeland, Felicia Ellis, LaDonna Greiner, Ann Kynion, Janice McCain, Steve McGuire, Dawna Middleton, Ruth Penaherrera-Norton, Doug Steere, Gary Tebbenkamp, Ursula Wollenberg and Julie Zaslow. Included next to this text is a photo of Dawna Middleton's piece, "The Potential of Connection," which will be in the Fresh Gallery show.
Fresh Gallery is located at 401 N. Boonville, Springfield. Gallery members who are also Studio 55 members include Nadine Ellman, Farley Lewis, Cheryl Vowels, Nancy Dornan, and Mindy Tillery. More information is available here.
Sell your art at local restaurants:
Bambinos Italian Cafe:
If you are interested in selling your art at Bambinos, contact Sandra Letson (417-496-1838). There are no fees to exhibit and artists receive all the money when their art is sold. Check out their business hours and see their menu of delicious food for eat-in and carry-out or to have them cater your next event: Bambinos.
Gailey’s Breakfast Café:
Gailey's Breakfast Cafe, 220 E. Walnut Street, in Springfield, invites artists to exhibit whether they have one piece or 10 pieces of artwork.10% of the sales goes directly to the wait staff. This is the only fee.
"Congratulations on your sales and thank you to everyone who is an exhibitor at Gailey’s." If interested, you can text Carol Snyder (417-631-9009). Gailey's website is here, and Carol's artist website is here.
Obelisk Home
Obelisk Home has monthly participation in First Friday Art Walk and many other exhibits year-round at 214 W. Phelps Street, Springfield. Regular hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Gallery Artists who are also members of Studio 55 include Ken Richardson, Rebecca Lewis Smith, and Jane Troup. More information about Obelisk Home is available here.
Carol Chappell and Carol Siano
Studio 55 members Carol Chappell and Carol Siano will have a joint exhibit at Nearly Famous Deli & Pasta House, 2708 S. Glenstone, Springfield, from August 10-October 10. Carol Chappell says she will be presenting "new work that involves using all kinds of paper and other objects to create fun and creative fashions."
MEMBERS' SHOWS, EXHIBITIONS, AND NEWS
Ann Kynion
Studio 55 member Ann Kynion is the featured artist during August at Tea Bar & Bites Bakery and Cafe, 621 S. Pickwick Ave, Springfield. Stop by for refreshments and to say "hi" during the artist reception from 4-6 p.m. on Friday, August 2.
Springfield Art Museum
The museum is located at 1111 E. Brookside Drive, Springfield. Current exhibitions.
Ozark Piecemakers Quilt Guild
Studio 55 member Kathleen Day shares that from September 26-28, the Ozark Piecemakers Quilt Guild is putting on their bi-annual show at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds E*Plex, 3001 N. Grant Ave., Springfield. The show will feature opportunities to view hundreds of quilts, to purchase quilts in a variety of styles and sizes, to see and buy from vendors across the Ozarks, to attend classes, to have your quilt(s) appraised, and more. Tickets are $12 at the door. Go here for complete information.
Meike Aton
Studio 55 member Meike Aton shared with us a video of her Art/Travel Journal collection. View it here on Facebook.
Andi Snethern
Studio 55 member Andi Snethern was recently informed that she is a Summer 2024 Juried Member of the Missouri Artisans Association/Best of Missouri Hands in the category of painting. Congratulations to Andi! More information about the Missouri Artisans Association/Best of Missouri Hands is available here.
From July 17 through August 10, she also has 3 paintings on display for the 20th Annual Juried Art Show at Images Art Gallery in Overland Park, KS.
August 2024
Studio 55 Arts Guild Program
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 1:00 PM
LOCATION: National Avenue Christian Church
1515 S. National Ave., Springfield, MO
Program by Lois Gress Neal
Join us on August 14 as we welcome our speaker, local artist Lois Gress Neal. Lois started in clay and has now shifted her art focus to jewelry. Here is Lois's statement about her career in art:
"I started working in clay in high school then continued at college in the Phoenix, Arizona metro area. My college teacher was very strong in discipline and technique of the wheel-thrown form and the Japanese firing method of Raku, which was so intriguing to me.
Pursuing this calling in clay, I taught pottery classes at the Visual Art Center of Phoenix as artist-in-residence for 12 years. I was selling my work at the arts and crafts shows and entering competitions. I have been fortunate to have won a lot of awards and my pieces can be found in corporate art collections, museums, and private collections.
My husband and I decided to move to Missouri 32 years ago for a new market and opportunities while traveling around the states selling at the art shows. I was adding copper wire to my Raku pieces for enhancement , and that opened the door to working in copper and sterling silver in the chain maille fashion. The jewelry that I was creating started selling
so well that I shifted my production to that medium and it has been wonderful in so many ways."
CLASSES
Classes taught by Studio 55 members and related organizations are located here. If you have classes to add, please email them to studio55guild@gmail.com.