Greetings!
The holiday season is in full swing with the Dec. 3 Art Walk! Enjoy original art, live music, art demonstrations, food and fun in 24 participating galleries, 6-10 p.m. this Friday. Highlights of the December event include: The Face of AIDS in the Ozarks and panels from the AIDS Memorial Quilt at APO After Dark; Monsters, Music and Mayhem, featuring the hard-rocking art of DA Frizell at Smart Group and Gallery; Cardboard Testimonies at Randy Bacon Studio and Gallery; Give the Gift of Art at Obelisk Home, Inveno Health and Revel Advertising; the Iraq Suicide Attack Pillow Project at Drury's Pool Art Center Gallery; and student art and senior exhibitions at the MSU, OTC, Evangel, Gillioz Theatre and Good Girl Art galleries. An added bonus this month is the Springfield On Display window decorating contest. In years past, Downtown Springfield was well-known for its elaborately decorated holiday windows and Downtown Springfield Association, in partnership with First Friday Art Walk, is renewing this tradition. Art Walkers will have the opportunity to vote on the best store window displays during the Dec. 3 Walk.
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Abundant Life introduces new series, variety of new artwork
| The Way, a photo compilation by Chris Wood |
Abundant Life Covenant Church, 157 Park Central Square, introduces a new series, The Night Watches; images from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. Enjoy Paintings by Ed Gibson and Photography by Chris Wood; Annette Wardell's photography series, Visions of Christmas; a variety of works by OTC art student Patricia Frater in the Emerging Artist section' and George W. Kiefer's historic murals. Also enjoy music and FREE refreshments. (417) 864-4971 www.abundantlifecovenantchurch.com Office hours 9-4:30 p.m. M-F; Services 7:30 p.m. W, 10 a.m. Sun
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The Face of AIDS in the Ozarks by Drury students, panels from AIDS Memorial Quilt at APO After Dark
| Copyright 2004 The NAMES Project Foundation, Paul Margolies |
APO After Dark, 303 Park Central West, presents The Face of AIDS in the Ozarks, a photo project by Drury University students, plus portions of the The AIDS Memorial Quilt and live local music. APO After Dark is the evening/weekend drop-in center for AIDS Project of the Ozarks, offering confidential HIV/syphilis testing, safer sex supplies and risk-reduction counseling free to the general public. (417) 832-0462 www.aidsprojectoftheozarks.org or follow us on Facebook. Open 7 p.m.-midnight every F & Sat
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Canvas presents A Living Art Installation for EVERYONE
| Art at Canvas |
Canvas, 315 South Avenue,
presents A Living Art Installation for EVERYONE. The mission of local artist Eric Vaughn is to define the Midwest art scene and make it approachable. "I am interested in finding a new market for the arts," he says. "It bothers me when people say 'I don't know art but I know what I like,' because, to me, that means they feel excluded on some level." Vaughn's Living Art Installation supports the Jeremiah Project, started by Larenda Haden de Orellana of Rogersville, to provide a nutritious lunch and education to kids in Guatemala. Check out the KSPR stoy on Eric here: http://www.kspr.com/news/local/kspr-artist-chalks-for-a-more-artis-112510,0,3342489.story (417)-869-4138 Open on First Fridays and by appointment.
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Trio of local visual arts groups present first-ever joint exhibition at The Creamery
| Art from Springfield Plein Air on Facebook |
The Creamery Arts Center, 411 N. Sherman Parkway, home of the Springfield Regional Arts Council, features the first-ever joint show by three area visual art organizations: the Visual Artist Alliance of Springfield, Springfield Plein Air and Studio 55. Enjoy the opening reception, 6-9 p.m., generously underwritten by Jeanie and John Morris. (417) 862-ARTS (2787) www.SpringfieldArts.org Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. M-F; closed major holidays
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DB Design presents Featured Artist Stevia Bonebrake
| The Art of Stevia Bonebrake |
DB Design Salon & Art Gallery, 326 S. Campbell, presents Featured Artist Stevia Bonebrake, plus DB's ongoing display of pottery featuring Cheryl Matlock, Julia Schaefer, John Ehlers, Katrina Stevens, George Milne and Duane Bone, and jewelry by Tammy Kirks. (417) 864-4343
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Iraq Suicide Attack Pillow Project: A Memorial takes unique approach to horrifying attacks
| The Iraq Suicide Attack Pillow Project: A Memorial |
Drury Pool Art Center Gallery, 940 N. Clay St., presents Iraq Suicide Attack Pillow Project: A Memorial by Artist Benjamin June. June has been making a pillow for every suicide attack in Iraq since the U.S. invasion on March 20, 2003. "The suicide attacks are but a small aspect of the war, but for me they are the most horrifying because of how personal, psychological and deadly they are," June says. "There was never a suicide attack in the country before the U.S. invasion, and to date there have been more than 1,600 separate attacks that have left more than 17,500 people dead." The contradiction between the softness of the pillows and the brutality of the
| Pillows show the number of people killed and the device used in each attack |
attacks is the contradiction between fragility and comfort, and chaos and destruction. "I choose to make small pillows, because they are inherently intimate objects, to explore the physical intimacy of the suicide bombers with the people they kill," June says. His memorial pillows "are not for the victims or for the attackers; they are for the whole, tragic situation." Don't miss the Artist Talk, 6-7 p.m. during the Art Walk opening reception. www.benjaminjune.com (417) 873-7263 www.drury.edu/pacgallery Open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. M, T, W, F; 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Th
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Bellwether Gallery presents a Juried Selection of Student Art
| The Evangel Bellwether Gallery |
The Evangel University Bellwether Gallery, 600 W. College, Ste. 116, is a beautiful and comfortable space for display of art by Evangel art students and faculty. In December, the gallery finishes 2010 with a Juried Selection of Student Art. (417) 865-2815, ext. 7258 Open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. W-Sat
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Enjoy floral art, candle making and soap making at Farmers Gastropub during the December Art Walk
| Jar Candles by Kelly Bigbee |
Farmers Gastropub, 431 S. Jefferson, Ste. 160 will move its working artist into the pub this month to accommodate a private party in the Pershing Street Bistro space. December's featured artist is Kelly Bigbee of Flower Child, who will be showing floral art, candle making and soap making. Farmers Gastropub invites artists who are interested in demonstrating their talents on future First Fridays to contact owner Bill Griffiths. (417) 864-6994 www.farmersgastropub.com The Gastropub is open 9:30-11 p.m. M-W and 9:30 a.m.-midnight Th-Sat, with Bistro Dining 6-9:30 p.m. Th-Sat
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Fresh Gallery presents Featured Artists Dolores Bauer and Karla Breeding Trammell
| "Doors" by Dolores Bauer |
Fresh, located at the southwest corner of Campbell and Walnut, features Painter Dolores Bauer and Painter, Sketch Artist and Jewelry Artist Karla Breeding Trammell in December.
Dolores is a retired health professional and self-described "hobby painter" who works in watercolor and acrylic. In her art, Dolores focuses on touching or moving the viewer. Dolores' talent in watercolors earned her a place in Watercolor USA 2009. Her abstract acrylics are bold and dimensional, capturing both familiar locales and faraway places.
| "Julie's Porch" by Karla Breeding Trammell |
Karla grew up in east central Arkansas and has been drawing since she was old enough to hold a pencil, winning her first statewide art contest in 6th grade. Karla still enjoys drawing and painting, working in graphite, charcoal, ink, pastel, watercolor, oil and acrylic. In 2000, she added jewelry-making to her passions.Karla has illustrated several publications and won numerous awards. When not creating art, Karla is a case manager for Family Violence Center Inc. Fresh is a collective gallery of fine art and craft featuring 24 juried regional artists. (417) 862-9300 www.springfieldarts.org/fresh Open 11 a.m.-5 p.m. T-Sat
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Gillioz Theatre presents OTC Fine Art Student Showcase
The Gillioz Theatre, 325 Park Central East, presents artwork from the OTC Fine Art Student Showcase Exhibition Fall 2010 in December. The Showcase Exhibition continues in the OTC Fine Art Gallery on the third floor of the Gillioz building with live musical performances and storytelling. (417) 863-7843 www.gillioz.org
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Good Girl Art presents Altered Perceptions by Sean Fitzgibbon, Senior Exhibition by Ashley Byers
Good Girl Art Gallery, 325 E. Walnut St., Ste. 101, presents Altered Perceptions by Sean Fitzgibbon and the Senior Exhibition of artist and MSU student Ashley Byers. Sean Fitzgibbon's work is composed of juxtaposed images that explore concepts of mystery and perception. Fitzgibbon studied art in Missouri, New Jersey and Rome, Italy, receiving his Master of Fine Art from the University of Arkansas. Fitzgibbon is currently exhibiting work on the East Coast and throughout the Midwest. He is also working on a documentary graphic novel that chronicles the Norman Baker years, the darkest years of the Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs, AR. For more information about his work please visit www.seanfitzgibbonart.com. (417) 865-7055 www.goodgirlartgallery.com Open 10 a.m.-8 p.m. T-F; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat
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Hawthorn Galleries presents New Work by Mosaic Artist Juanita Herrell
| Juanita Herrell with "The Promise" |
Hawthorn Galleries Inc., 214 E. Walnut St., is pleased to present New Work by Mosaic Artist Juanita Herrell. Hawthorn also features a wide variety of unique and affordable local artwork, from original paintings and sculpture to handmade jewelry and pottery. Local art makes a great holiday gift! Enjoy local art and live music by guitarists Ray Smith and Emily Higgins during the Dec. 3 Art Walk (417) 866-6688 www.hawthorngalleries.com Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. T-F; 1-5 p.m. Sat
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Inveno Health joins Obelisk Home in Give the Gift of Art event
| Artist Karen Schneider will donate 15 percent of sales to the St. John's Foundation for Community Health |
Inveno Health, 429 N. Boonville Ave., reminds you 'tis the season ... for giving! As part of Obelisk Home's Give the Gift of Art holiday promotion, the gallery displays work from Karen Schneider, Stephanie Cramer, and Kat Allie, many priced under $500. Featured artist Karen and St. John's physician J. Michael Schneider, in partnership with Obelisk Home, have pledged a generous 15% of the sale of Karen's brilliant watercolors to St. John's Foundation for Community Health. Pick out a great gift and help a fantastic cause this holiday season. (417) 831-1270 www.invenohealth.com
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MSU Brick City Gallery presents Six Senior Exhibitions
MSU Brick City Gallery, 215 W. Mill St., presents Six Senior Exhibitions by students completing degree requirements for the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art, on display through Dec. 14. Exhibiting are students Lacey Cain, Ceramic Sculpture; Kaycee Johnson, Photography; Kenny Moore, Drawing; Todd Reynolds, Photography; Claire Tisch, Photography; and Christopher Wilding, Drawing.(417) 829-5092 www.art.missouristate.edu/gallery.php Open 1-6 p.m. M-Sat, closed Sunday, Monday and University holidays
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MSU Student Exhibition Center presents Art & Design Department's BFA Studio Art Exhibit
| Art by Ashley Russell |
MSU Student Exhibition Center, 838 E. Walnut St., hosts the Art and Design Department's BFA Studio Art Exhibit through Dec. 9. The exhibit features art by students who are completing their degree requirements for the Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Studio Art. Participating students and their areas of concentration are: Amanda Gibson, Photography; Jenny Starr-Busch-Johnson, Drawing and Printmaking; and Ashley Russell, Painting. (417) 836-6999 www.sec.missouristate.edu Open 1-5 p.m. T-Sat, closed major holidays and University holidays
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Obelisk Home and its artists encourage you to Give the Gift of Art this season
Obelisk Home at the Inspired Commerce Building, 214 W. Phelps, and its featured artists invite you to Give the Gift of Art. Stephanie Cramer, Gavyn Sky, Karen Schneider, Kat Allie, Mary Hamilton, Carl James, Dustin Burgert and Joan Smith have created new and exclusive art priced under $500 for Obelisk Home, specifically for the gift-giving season. Come and find the perfect gift for the art lover in your life. (417) 616-6488 www.obeliskhome.com
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OTC Fine Art Gallery presents OTC Fine Art Student Showcase Exhibition Fall 2010
| OTC Student Art at The Gillioz |
OTC Fine Art Gallery, 325 Park Central East, Third Floor, presents the opening reception for the OTC Fine Art Student Showcase Exhibition Fall 2010, featuring artwork from OTC Fine Art students in Drawing I, Two-Dimensional Design and Painting I. Also, enjoy live performances from the OTC Music Department classes, including Songwriting and Classical Guitar students. Theater students will stage dramatic performances throughout the evening, and the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society will host an interactive Storytelling Event. Traditional Native American storytelling and music will be provided by Randy and Val Falcon also during this event as well as a few other surprises and guests. Special refreshments will be served. All are invited! (417) 447-8873 Open 9 a.m.-6 p.m. M-Th; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. F; 9 a.m.-10 p.m. on First Fridays
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The Library presents Pencil Drawings by Artist John LaRose, music by Moby Jo on the Community Stage
| Park Central Branch Library |
Park Central Branch Library,128 Park Central Square, hosts a show of Pencil Drawings by Artist John LaRose. At 7 p.m., Moby Jo takes the Community Stage. Come hear the acoustic stylings of Brian Plunkett, Jodi Meadows, Mikelle O'Neal and friends. (417) 831-1342 facebook.com/parkcentrallibrary Open 8:30 a.m.-9 p.m. M-Th; 8:30 a.m.-10 p.m. F-Sat
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Randy Bacon Studio presents Cardboard Testimonies
| Cardboard Testimonies |
Randy Bacon Photography and Figment Art Gallery in the Monarch Art Factory, 600 W. College St., presents Cardboard Testimonies. In conjunction with Ridgecrest Baptist Church, Bacon completed portrait studies of 11 individuals/ families with strong and compelling stories of overcoming a variety of life challenges. The portrait subjects were unaware that during the shoot that they would be asked, on the spot, to write their before and after testimonies on cardboard, sharing their inspiration and life lessons. As part of this project, Bacon and his film crew also compiled a documentary short film of one of the portrait subjects, a father and husband diagnosed with a life threatening spinal cord tumor, sharing his experience of life and healing. Enjoy some of Bacon's favorite family portraits of 2010, plus live music and free refreshments. (417) 868-8179 www.randybacon.com www.gallerysounds.net Open 11 a.m.-6 p.m. T-F; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat
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Red Door Studios unveils New Artwork, new albums with drawings, discounts
| Red Door Studios offer classy boudoir photography, as well as family photography |
Red Door Studios, 313 Park Central East, Ste. 201, comprising Crystal Renee Photography and VM Photo Design, presents New Artwork, plus new albums and drawings for a free 20-page10x10 album from Behind the Red Door Photography, and a free family portrait by Crystal Renee Photography. Everyone coming to see us for Art Walk will receive discount offers and special promotions for family photography and also Boudoir Photography. Check out Jack and Crystal's amazing photography on their web sites: www.CrystalReneePhotography.com, www.VMPhotoDesign.com and www.BehindTheRedDoorPhotography.com (417) 818-2665 or (417) 300-9892 Open by appointment only.
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Revel Advertising continues show with Featured Artist Gavyn Sky
| Foxy Foxy by Gavyn Sky |
Revel Advertising, 214 W. Phelps, Suite 102, features Artist Gavyn Sky. Gavyn's unique paintings have an interactive and captivating quality that has art lovers across the country taking notice. His designs tend to produce images unique to each viewer. Looking closer, every square inch of a painting is an entire world of textures, colors and detail and that makes Gavyn's paintings some of the most captivating works of art you will ever see. (417) 368-6966 www.reveladvertising.com.
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Monsters, Music & Mayhem features art by DA Frizell at Smart Group and Gallery
| Ring Master by DA Frizell |
Smart Group and Gallery, 405 W. Walnut, presents Monsters, Music and Mayhem, featuring the artwork of DA Frizell, internationally known for his work for Avenged Sevenfold, Disturbed and Sevendust. Making his local debut at Smart Group and Gallery, Frizell brings more than 60 imaginative pieces in media ranging from traditional pen-and-ink to 3-D sculpture, including rock CD covers, science fiction imagery, the A7X Deathbat and children's horror character the Patchwork Monkey. Frizell's show is a provocative collection of imagery that pushes the limits of conventional decency with illustrations such as "Echo at the Gates of Hell," "Incubus" and "Breathe." For a preview, visit www.dafrizell.com. (417) 425-7596 www.smartgroupandgallery.com Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. M-F; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat
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Springfield Hot Glass introduces Large Scale Glass Fish and Elephants
Springfield Hot Glass Studio, 314 S. Campbell Ave., will craft Large Scale Glass Fish and Elephants for December's Art Walk, A working hot glass studio/gallery with facilities for furnace, torch and kiln work, Springfield Hot Glass offers live demonstrations on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and First Fridays.(417) 868-8181 www.springfieldhotglass.com Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. T-Sat
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