On Saturday, May 1st, the Art Show and Auction will mark the end of this annual event.  The participating artists will be displaying their artwork, which has been created on location.  It is a rain or shine show, which will be held at the Mt. Pleasant Winery in Augusta, MO.

One hundred artists from five states will be descending upon Augusta, MO for the 2010 Plein Air Art Event.  There will be$7,000 in prizes including eight $500 purchase awards.  Eager artists will be sketching and painting throughout the area.  It is a thrill to walk along the narrow streets and see artists creating their masterpieces.  They will be packing into the special paintout events.  Their minds racing as they search for their subjects and begin to paint.  

The public is invited to all events.  For more details google: Augusta, Missouri Chamber of Commerce and go to the calendar and events link. 

Come join the fun!!!  The Augusta, Missouri -  2010 Plein Air Art Event - April 21, 2010 through May 1, 2010.  Visit the beautiful wine country just 35 minutes west of St. Louis, MO. 
Hope to see you there!!! 

PAINTING A GARDEN LANDSCAPE IN ACRYLIC OR OIL
Come learn how to develop your composition by sketching shapes and values not just objects. Color theory will be discussed. You will practice changing color temperature and intensity, while effectively managing difficult greens. A brief overview of composition, values and center of interest will start our day. Be ready to sketch in the garden, weather permitting. You are welcome to bring your own photos for reference material. All levels of artists, painting in either acrylics or oils, will enjoy this class. A supply list will be mailed upon registration. Please indicate if you are painting with oil or acrylic. Bring a sack lunch as we will have a short lunch break.

Saturday, April 10, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
$59/person, $49/Members of Friends of Powell Gardens 
Registration deadline is April 2. 
Contact Powell Gardens at 816-697-2600 or you may register online at
http://www.powellgardens.org/default.asp?page=Calendar&m=4&y=2010

Awards Reception - Admission at the door $8.00/per person or $15.00/per couple. Children 3 and under are free.

Art Exhibit Free to the Public on
Sat. Mar. 20, 2010 -  10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sun. Mar. 21, 2010 -  11:00 am to 4:00 pm
There will be a painting demonstration at 2:00 pm on Sunday.

The Art Show will include the artworks of:
Linda Callahan, Teddy Jackson, Arlene McCanless, & Victoria Stewart.
The artworks will remain on display in the bank lobby until January 5, 2010.
Other vendors in attendance at the Artist Reception will be: 
Costco, Hilton Garden Inn, Joslin's Jewelry, Life's Best Nutrition, Chambers Cakes & Cookies, Subway, Tree of Life, UPS Store, and more.
Stop by and join the fun.

Don't miss this great show. 
Wine and refreshments will be served.
Hope to see you there.

"Artisans Four":  Teddy Jackson, Charles Carman Pierce, Felicia Roth, & Jim Ryon
These award-winning artists are partnering to help you with your Holiday shopping needs.  Original and reproduction artwork, furniture, jewelry, & special holiday items will be available.  There will be a silent auction with a portion of proceeds to help Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Artists Helping the Homeless. 
Light refreshment & wine will be served.
You may contact me at 816-224-4634.  

Come enjoy this lovely evening for fun, food, friends, and the arts. 

Dinner will be buffet style.  The menu includes:  plank salmon, petite beef Wellington, artichoke & spinach dip, fruit & cheese, desserts, water, tea, & coffee.  Cash bar.   Tickets are $25.
If you need more information - view the Cultural Arts Coalition of Eastern Jackson County website at www.cac-ejc.org.

This fine art festival includes artwork from award-winning local, regional, and national artists.  View antiques from the historic Longview Farms properties & see a display of unique Plein Air artwork for sale in the large tent.

Come and enjoy great music and food.  Take a hayride tour of the historic Longview Farm on Sat., 11 - 6.  Saturday evening from 7 - 9 pm, a headliner music group will entertain on the main stage.

There will be 89 booths filled with wonderful works of art.
Don't miss a thing!!!
Show Hours:
Friday, October 2:  3:00 - 7:00 pm
Saturday, October 3: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sunday, October 4:  11:00 am - 5:00 pm

I look forward to seeing you at the Festival!!!

Exhibit may be viewed in the lobby and main corridors of the Lakewood Oaks Golf Course Clubhouse.
For more information, please contact the Clubhouse at 816-373-2505.