South Side Senior Center
Ann Kynion teaches art classes at South Side Senior Center, 2215 S. Fremont Avenue. On December 6, from 1-3 p.m., her students are hosting an art fair and fundraiser there to help fund the art program. Light refreshments will be available.
CURRENT AND UPCOMING EXHIBIT SCHEDULE FROM CHAIRMAN GARY TEBBENKAMP
Contact: garyt1949@gmail.com or 417-234-2868 for more information.
Ongoing rotational exhibits continue at Bambinos Cafe (Delmar and Battlefield locations), The Walnut Street Inn, and at The MudLounge on E. Walnut Street downtown. Calls for entries to these venues will be sent to members when the time for art rotation is near.
Bambinos Cafe: exhibits rotate at both Bambinos Cafe locations in Springfield. To receive emails from Donna Clark about the upcoming exhibit opportunities at Bambinos, contact us at studio55guild@gmail.com and we will send your information to Donna. If you are already receiving emails from Donna, there's no need to contact us again (you're already on her list!). Make sure you have signed the Studio 55 release form.
Library Station: The theme is “Seasons, Still Life and Souls.” We have 22 pieces there. Pick up art on Saturday, November 29, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Contact Gary Tebbenkamp, garyt1949@gmail.com or 417-234-2868, if you have questions.
National Avenue Christian Church, another possible exhibit at this location next year.
The Library Station
Studio 55 members have 22 pieces of art at The Library Station. The theme is "Seasons, Still Life, and Souls." For those members who have a piece in the exhibit, art pick-up is Saturday, November 29, from 9-10 a.m.
Nevertheless, She Persisted
Dana Neuenschwander tells us that the third show of “Nevertheless, She Persisted” runs through December. More information is available here.
Other Local Exhibits
Several Studio 55 will be participating in the Springfield Regional Arts Council’s Annual Members’ Show. The First Friday event on November 7 is from 5-7 p.m. at the Creamery Arts Center.
Waverly House Gifts & Gallery will feature its latest juried show, “Journeys,” with a reception on Friday, November 7, starting at 5 p.m. The show features works by 17 local artists. Alicia Farris received Best of Show for her painting, “Just Home,” Vivian Terbeek won the Theme Award for her piece, "Coming to America," and Barbara Vicente also has pieces in the show. The show is a fundraiser for The Supported Theatre Experience for Young People of All Abilities. You can learn more about the exhibit on Facebook here.
Mindy Tillery is the featured artist at Heer’s Luxury Living, 138 Park Central Square, and the First Friday event is on November 7.
Several local artists have art at the ERCPA Art Gallery. For more information about the art on display through December, visit the Facebook page here.
Visit here for more First Friday event information.
Missouri Life Magazine
Andi Snethern is featured in the October issue of Missouri Life Magazine. You can view the article, “Lines, Leaves, and Life After Loss,” here.
Painting Vacation in Spain
Alicia Farris will be leading a painting vacation in Spain in May 2026. Register by November 30 for early bird pricing. For more information, visit here.
VAAS Holiday Gathering
As Studio 55 and Visual Artist Alliance of Springfield (VAAS) continue toward merger, VAAS has invited Studio 55 members to their holiday potluck gathering. You are invited to attend and bring a favorite dish or dessert (some drinks and utensils are provided). It is on Thursday, December 4, starting at 11 a.m. at Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room. In return, Studio 55 has invited VAAS members to Studio 55's December meeting.
Our October Meeting
What a wonderful presentation by Greg Chappell on October 8! We are fortunate to have so many knowledgeable artists in our group, but we have to think that everyone learned something new from Greg about supplies, technique, and art history. And the art he showed was amazing.
November 2025
Studio 55 Arts Guild Program
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 1:00 PM
LOCATION: National Avenue Christian Church
1515 S. National Ave., Springfield, MO
Program by Paula Moore
Our next meeting is on Wednesday, November 12, at 1 p.m. at National Avenue Christian Church in Springfield. Our featured speaker is Paula Moore.
Paula Moore states: "Meet author, Paula L. Moore, a Missouri award-winning watercolorist, instructor, His Art Youth teacher, and motivational speaker. She shares her unique artistic journey as she pursues the mysterious language of art. Paula studied with Jane E. Jones while painting in the Rocky Mountains around Lake City, Colorado. There was a breakthrough in understanding it all with eyes of faith."
Paula will discuss her art, her life, and her new book, "His Art: God's Messages of Truth to Us Through the Elements and Principles of Design." You can learn more about Paula and her new book at her website, here.
We look forward to seeing many of you at our meeting.
Art of the Ozarks Fine Art Fair
This year, the Art of the Ozarks Fine Art Fair will be on Friday, November 21 (10 a.m. to 7 p.m.) and Saturday, November 22 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) at the Springfield Expo Center, 635 E. Saint Louis St. Several local artists are participating in this event organized by Laura Ingalsbe.
You can learn more about the Fine Art Fair here.