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SUMMARY:2026 Henryk Ptasiewicz Retrospective
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a celebration of the artist\, Henryk Ptasiewicz and his masterful and colorful art. \nReception: Friday May 8\, 2026 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm \nOn Display from May 6\, 2025 through June 6\, 2025 \nHenryk PtasiewiczHenryk Leon Ptasiewicz (1955–2025) was a British-born artist whose work and presence left a lasting impact on the St. Louis art community. Born in Scunthorpe\, Lincolnshire\, England\, he was the only child of Gladys Dent Ptasiewicz and Henryk Leon Ptasiewicz\, a decorated World War II navigator with the Polish RAF. He studied technical illustration at Kelsterton College in North Wales and earned a BA in Graphic Design from St. Martin’s School of Art in London in 1978. \nIn England\, Henryk built a wide-ranging creative career as a painter\, illustrator\, designer\, and sculptor. He spent years designing and constructing fiberglass works\, from playground structures to full-scale dinosaurs\, and later worked as a special effects designer and book illustrator. During this time\, his friendship with figurative painter Robert Lenkiewicz helped shape his commitment to painting from life and to telling meaningful human stories through art. \nHenryk moved to St. Louis in 1999 and quickly became an integral part of its arts community. He launched his “Hire Your Own Picasso” practice\, painting commissions and teaching\, and became active with the St. Louis Art Guild\, where he regularly painted alongside fellow artists. A master colorist known for bold\, expressive brushwork\, he was devoted to painting from life\, capturing people and their stories with energy and compassion. He was also a founding member of the Missouri Plein Air Painters and an award-winning participant in regional plein air events\, including an invitation to the Door County Plein Air Festival in 2017. \nDeeply engaged in the community\, Henryk contributed to major public projects\, including painted fiberglass cake sculptures for St. Louis’ 250th anniversary\, and maintained an active live drawing practice at events\, fundraisers\, and gatherings across the region. Widely respected by fellow artists\, he was known for his generosity\, always willing to share his knowledge or paint alongside others. Henryk lived fully as an artist until his passing on October 22\, 2025\, after a day spent working in his studio at the Fine Arts Building in Soulard. He is remembered not only for his remarkable body of work\, but for the community he helped build and the lives he touched through his art.
URL:https://heartlandartclub.org/event/2026-henryk-ptasiewicz-retrospective/2026-08-15/
LOCATION:The Galleries at Heartland Art Club\, 101A Argonne\, Kirkwood\, MO\, 63122\, United States
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SUMMARY:Watercolor Landscape with Christopher Leeper:  8/7/2026 - 8/9/2026
DESCRIPTION:Watercolor Workshop with Christopher Leeper\nChris teaches in a fun and relaxed style. There will be daily demo and lectures\, and lots of one-on-one instruction.\nWhat we will discuss in this workshop: \n–          Technique fundamentals (Things I wish I knew 30 years ago).\nGetting the most from our brushwork and our palette. \n–          The first half-hour of a painting (Make it or break it).\nUnderstanding the importance of drawing and early painting development. \n–          Values (Why value is more important than color in your painting).\nWe will do value studies and small color studies to understand value shapes and painting structure. \n–          Color (Spend more time painting and less time mixing colors).\nUnderstanding color temperature\, intensity\, value\, and basic color theory to improve color mixing. \n–          Composition (If it feels right\, it probably is right).\nWe will discuss pictorial design and learn how to create dynamic compositions. \nSupply ListHeartland Art Club Members: Enter the member discount code to get 10% off at checkout.\nForgot the discount code? Check your email first—we send members a quarterly email reminder with the member discount code. If you still can’t find it\, please email us (art@heartlandartclub.org) with your name\, email address\, and phone number—we’ll verify your membership status and send you the code. \nNot a member? Sign up here \nRead the Workshop & Class Information & Policies \n3 Day Workshop \nWhen: August 7 through August 9\, 2026\, 9 AM to 4 PM \nLimited to 12 participants. \n​Location:\nThe Galleries at Heartland Art Club\n101A West Argonne\nKirkwood\, Missouri 63122 \nAbout Christopher LeeperChristopher Leeper is a realist painter and workshop instructor painting in all mediums.\n\nHe has written and illustrated the book Realism in Watermedia\, (North Light). His work has also been featured in The Artist’s Magazine\, Plein Air Magazine\, Watercolor Magic and Ohio Magazine. In 2021\,\nhe was a finalist in the Plein Air Magazine Salon.\n\nHe participates frequently in national juried and invitational plein air events.\n\nHe graduated from Youngstown State University (YSU) in 1988 with a BFA degree in graphic design. He was an adjunct faculty member of the YSU Art Department for 22 years. He is past president of the Ohio Watercolor Society and is a signature member of the Oil Painters of America and National Oil and Acrylic Painters’ Society. He works and teaches from his studio in Canfield\, Ohio.\n\nemail:  leepart@zoominternet.net\n\nwww.christopherleeper.com
URL:https://heartlandartclub.org/event/watercolor-landscape-with-christopher-leeper-8-7-2026-8-9-2026/
LOCATION:The Galleries at Heartland Art Club\, 101A Argonne\, Kirkwood\, MO\, 63122\, United States
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SUMMARY:Alla Prima Figure Workshop with Melissa Tychonievich:  7/25/2026 - 7/26/2026
DESCRIPTION:“The term “Alla Prima” is a traditional French art term that translates to “all at once\,” and this describes the process of painting directly onto the white canvas without the use of a drawing or underpainting. In this two-day oil painting workshop\, students will work from the live model in one long pose using a traditional Alla Prima painting process. Students will learn the basics of how to balance form\, color\, value\, and brushwork while rendering the human figure from life. Each day\, the workshop will begin with a demonstration on how to start/continue the painting and then students will work individually with personalized feedback from the instructor.\n” \nSupply ListHeartland Art Club Members: Enter the member discount code to get 10% off at checkout.\nForgot the discount code? Check your email first—we send members a quarterly email reminder with the member discount code. If you still can’t find it\, please email us (art@heartlandartclub.org) with your name\, email address\, and phone number—we’ll verify your membership status and send you the code. \nNot a member? Sign up here \nRead the Workshop & Class Information & Policies \n2 Day Workshop \nWhen: July 25 through July 26\, 2026\, 9 AM to 3 PM \nLimited to 12 participants. \n​Location:\nThe Galleries at Heartland Art Club\n101A West Argonne\nKirkwood\, Missouri 63122 \nAbout Mel TychonievichMel Tychonievich is a professional artist from to St. Louis\, Missouri. They received their Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting and Art History at the Kansas City Art Institute in 2017\, and their Master of Fine Arts in Painting from the University of Miami in 2021. Their work is rooted in the foundational practice of recording perceptual information from observation\, specifically figurative drawing and painting from life. They have been featured nationally\, including at the H and R Bloch Artspace in Kansas City\, Missouri; the Old Courthouse Arts Center in Woodstock\, Illinois; the University of Miami Art Gallery in Wynwood; and locally at Framations Gallery\, Soulard Art Gallery\, Fontbonne University\, the St. Louis Artists’ Guild\, and the Angad Arts Hotel in St. Louis\, Missouri. They currently live with their partner in St. Louis\, Missouri\, and teach as an Adjunct Professor of Art and Art History at St. Louis Community College and St. Charles Community College. \nWebsite:  www.melissatychonievich.com \nEmail:  melissatychonievich@gmail.com
URL:https://heartlandartclub.org/event/alla-prima-figure-workshop-with-melissa-tychonievich-7-25-2026-7-26-2026/
LOCATION:The Galleries at Heartland Art Club\, 101A Argonne\, Kirkwood\, MO\, 63122\, United States
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SUMMARY:Loose Realism: Painting the Still Life in Oil with Sarah Sedwick:  6/26/2026 - 6/28/2026
DESCRIPTION:Loose Realism:\nPainting the Still Life in Oils\nBeginner/Intermediate/Advanced \nPaint looser and more confidently during this three-day workshop with Oregon artist Sarah Sedwick! Take a step-by-step approach to alla prima oil painting\, from black-and-white studies to brilliant color. Build a beautiful composition with life and movement\, and get a new perspective on the still life. Instead of struggling with overworking your paintings\, practice STOPPING SOONER to keep the freshness you crave in your work. \nWorking with a split-primary palette of six colors and white\, explore how creating quick studies and using bigger brushes can loosen up your paintings. Learn the fundamentals of composition design\, and walk step-by-step through Sarah’s alla prima process\, creating a dynamic still life from start to finish! \nSarah will demonstrate\, and work with each student individually. Instruction is in oils\, and acrylics are welcome – particularly Open acrylics\, that stay wet longer. \nClass size limited to 15 students. All levels welcome\, age 15 and above. \nHeartland Art Club Members: Enter the member discount code to get 10% off at checkout.\nForgot the discount code? Check your email first—we send members a quarterly email reminder with the member discount code. If you still can’t find it\, please email us (art@heartlandartclub.org) with your name\, email address\, and phone number—we’ll verify your membership status and send you the code. \nNot a member? Sign up here \nRead the Workshop & Class Information & Policies \n3 Day Workshop \nWhen: June 26 through June 28\, 2026\, 9 AM to 4 PM \nLimited to 15 participants. \n​Location:\nThe Galleries at Heartland Art Club\n101A West Argonne\nKirkwood\, Missouri 63122 \nSupply ListAbout Sarah Sedwick“Sarah Sedwick is an oil painter whose contemporary still lifes celebrate the beauty of the everyday\, inspired by color combinations\, energetic brushwork\, and dynamic composition. Working in a style she calls Loose Realism\, her paintings explore the undercurrents of meaning we impart to the objects around us – whether through personal symbolism or the evocative power of memory. \nABOUT THE ARTIST\nBorn in Cleveland\, Ohio\, Sarah has lived in Eugene\, Oregon since 2007. In 2001\, she earned a BFA from The Maryland Institute\, College of Art.\nA passionate teacher\, she conducts workshops on still life painting in oils\, as well as an Online Art Mentorship program\, working intensively with students all over the world. She is the author of the book Dynamic Still Life for Artists” \nWebsite:  sarahsedwick.com \nEmail:  sarahsedwick@gmail.com
URL:https://heartlandartclub.org/event/loose-realism-painting-the-still-life-in-oil-with-sarah-sedwick-6-26-2026-6-28-2026/
LOCATION:The Galleries at Heartland Art Club\, 101A Argonne\, Kirkwood\, MO\, 63122\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T090000
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SUMMARY:Pets in Pastel UNLEASHED! with Lisa Ober:  5/22/2026 - 5/24/2026
DESCRIPTION:Attention animal lovers! Lisa Ober will be offering an enthusiastic hands-on workshop loaded with information and instruction for outstanding pet portraits. Unleash your love for pets and painting in a friendly atmosphere surrounded by other artists who adore animals and want to capture their personality on paper. \nLisa’s step-by-step approach to pastel painting provides an excellent foundation for your future endeavors. You won’t be overwhelmed when approaching a new subject because you will learn exactly how to approach a pastel painting. \nEach student will get plenty of attention and guidance throughout the workshop. Lisa will share all her secrets for creating realistic paintings of pets\, and much of what Lisa shares can also be applied to other subject matter. \nWhether you are new to pastel painting or have a lifetime of experience you are sure to pick up tips\, tricks\, and secrets that will make your animal paintings come to life. Drawing experience is helpful but you don’t need to be a pro. Just come with a willingness to learn new things with a positive attitude and you will surprise yourself! \nTopics covered\n– The best pastels and surfaces for realistic pet portraits\n– Lisa’s organized step-by-step approach to pastel painting\n– How to apply pastel to achieve a great end result\n– What to do for all black fur or all white fur\n– Tons of tips and tricks to make your paintings the best they can be\n– How to create your own artistic voice using Lisa’s method\n– Suggestions for obtaining great pet photos\n– Answers to your pastel painting questions (products\, framing\, application\, and more) \nDays 1 & 2\nFor the first two days students will paint from the same printed photo reference (typically a dog) supplied by Lisa unless you have taken a workshop from Lisa before*. This will keep the class on pace and help us all learn from each other. It’s not a race\, but most students will have enough time and instruction to complete a pet portrait during the first two days. \nAs mentioned\, printed photo references for days 1 & 2 are provided the day of class. If you would like to work from a tablet or phone\, the image will be sent to you on the first day of class. Please remember to bring a charger. Wifi is available. \nDay 3\nCome prepared with a high quality color photo of YOUR favorite pet and get started on your next portrait by applying what you have learned! You will want to print your photo on glossy photo paper and have an electronic copy as well for your phone or iPad. Make sure your photo is crystal clear\, in color\, and details are visible…especially the eyes. \n*If you have taken a workshop with Lisa before\, you may work from your own photo for the entire workshop with prior approval. Please email Lisa your reference at least two weeks before the workshop. The reason for this is Lisa wants to make certain you are successful and having a clear\, color photo with the proper perspective which is important to the resulting painting. Please email Lisa at lisaaober@gmail.com if you would like to do this. \nHeartland Art Club Members: Enter the member discount code to get 10% off at checkout.\nForgot the discount code? Check your email first—we send members a quarterly email reminder with the member discount code. If you still can’t find it\, please email us (art@heartlandartclub.org) with your name\, email address\, and phone number—we’ll verify your membership status and send you the code. \nNot a member? Sign up here \nRead the Workshop & Class Information & Policies \n3 Day Workshop \nWhen: May 22 through May 24\, 2026\, 9 AM to 4 PM \nAll three days doors will open at 8:30 and class will begin at 9:00 AM and end at 4:00 PM \nLimited to 15 participants. \n​Location:\nThe Galleries at Heartland Art Club\n101A West Argonne\nKirkwood\, Missouri 63122 \nSupply ListAbout Lisa OberLisa Ober is a nationally recognized portrait and still life painter\, workshop instructor\, and a founder and board member of the Heartland Art Club in St. Louis\, MO. Her award-winning work has been featured in publications such as The Pastel Journal and Southwest Art. She has earned numerous honors in the international Pastel 100 competition sponsored by The Pastel Journal\, as well as a top award in the prestigious PastelWorld exhibition held at the IAPS Biennial Convention. \nKnown for clever compositions\, exquisite realism\, and remarkable detail\, Ober’s paintings are sought after by collectors who appreciate both her technical mastery and her expressive storytelling. She delights in making pastels “behave” exactly as she envisions\, continually exploring fresh and innovative approaches to the medium. \nA passionate and enthusiastic teacher\, Ober loves sharing the versatility\, immediacy\, and excitement of pastel with students of all experience levels. She is a Signature Member of the Pastel Society of America\, a Signature Member of the Heartland Art Club\, and an IAPS Master’s Circle member. \nEmail:  LisaAOber@gmail.com \nWebsite:  https://lisaober.com
URL:https://heartlandartclub.org/event/pets-in-pastel-unleashed-with-lisa-ober-5-22-2026-5-24-2026/
LOCATION:The Galleries at Heartland Art Club\, 101A Argonne\, Kirkwood\, MO\, 63122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Opening Reception - 2026 Henryk Ptasiewicz Retrospective
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening reception of a celebration of the artist\, Henryk Ptasiewicz and his masterful and colorful art. \nReception: Friday May 8\, 2026 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm \nHenryk Leon Ptasiewicz (1955–2025) was a British-born artist whose work and presence left a lasting impact on the St. Louis art community. Born in Scunthorpe\, Lincolnshire\, England\, he was the only child of Gladys Dent Ptasiewicz and Henryk Leon Ptasiewicz\, a decorated World War II navigator with the Polish RAF. He studied technical illustration at Kelsterton College in North Wales and earned a BA in Graphic Design from St. Martin’s School of Art in London in 1978. \nIn England\, Henryk built a wide-ranging creative career as a painter\, illustrator\, designer\, and sculptor. He spent years designing and constructing fiberglass works\, from playground structures to full-scale dinosaurs\, and later worked as a special effects designer and book illustrator. During this time\, his friendship with figurative painter Robert Lenkiewicz helped shape his commitment to painting from life and to telling meaningful human stories through art. \nHenryk moved to St. Louis in 1999 and quickly became an integral part of its arts community. He launched his “Hire Your Own Picasso” practice\, painting commissions and teaching\, and became active with the St. Louis Art Guild\, where he regularly painted alongside fellow artists. A master colorist known for bold\, expressive brushwork\, he was devoted to painting from life\, capturing people and their stories with energy and compassion. He was also a founding member of the Missouri Plein Air Painters and an award-winning participant in regional plein air events\, including an invitation to the Door County Plein Air Festival in 2017. \nDeeply engaged in the community\, Henryk contributed to major public projects\, including painted fiberglass cake sculptures for St. Louis’ 250th anniversary\, and maintained an active live drawing practice at events\, fundraisers\, and gatherings across the region. Widely respected by fellow artists\, he was known for his generosity\, always willing to share his knowledge or paint alongside others. Henryk lived fully as an artist until his passing on October 22\, 2025\, after a day spent working in his studio at the Fine Arts Building in Soulard. He is remembered not only for his remarkable body of work\, but for the community he helped build and the lives he touched through his art.
URL:https://heartlandartclub.org/event/opening-reception-2026-henryk-ptasiewicz-retrospective/
LOCATION:The Galleries at Heartland Art Club\, 101A Argonne\, Kirkwood\, MO\, 63122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Opening Receptions
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SUMMARY:Paintings along the Trail of Tears Exhibit 2026
DESCRIPTION:Heartland Art Club presents \nPaintings along the Trail of TearsIn Support of the Steelville Trail of Tears Memorial Monument Fundraiser \nOpening Reception: March 6\, 2026\, 6–8pm \nExhibition Dates: March 4 – April 4\, 2026 \nHeartland Art Club is proud to support the Steelville Trail of Tears Remembrance Committee in their goal to share stories of those who traveled the Trail of Tears through Crawford County\, MO from 1837 to 1839. \nPaintings Along the Trail of Tears includes artwork from the Steelville Arts Council (STARCO) Plein Air events of 2024 and 2025. With a goal of funding $200\,000 to place a permanent monument at one of the encampment sites\, these works have been auctioned to assist in raising funds and building awareness of the remembrance effort. \nAlso on display will be a model of the Memorial Monument\, artifacts from the 1830s and other items to tell the story about The Trail of Tears and its massive push by the United States government to forcibly remove all native people from the southeastern United States. \nAll artwork is being sold without a commission to the Gallery so that all of the proceeds go toward the monument fundraiser. \nFor more info about the Steelville’s Trail of Tears Remembrance: trailoftears.steelvillehistoricalsociety.com.
URL:https://heartlandartclub.org/event/paintings-along-the-trail-of-tears-exhibit-2026/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:The Galleries at Heartland Art Club\, 101A Argonne\, Kirkwood\, MO\, 63122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions & Shows
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SUMMARY:Demystifying Portraits in Watercolor with Janine Helton:  3/20/2026 - 3/22/2026
DESCRIPTION:Demystifying Portraits in Watercolor with Janine Helton \nIn this three-day in-person workshop\, you will learn how to create glowing watercolor portraits with radiant flesh tones and luminous color! \nJoin me at my easel as I explain and demonstrate the use of transparent glazes\, considering shapes\, color and value to capture the likeness and essence of our subject. Techniques include water-to-pigment ratio\, color mixing\, building form\, lifting techniques\, and so much more! \nWe will work together on one portrait over the three days\, but if you are a fast painter\, feel free to bring a second pre-drawn portrait of your own to work on as time allows. \nSome experience in watercolor is recommended. \nSupply ListHeartland Art Club Members: Enter the member discount code to get 10% off at checkout.\nForgot the discount code? Check your email first—we send members a quarterly email reminder with the member discount code. If you still can’t find it\, please email us (art@heartlandartclub.org) with your name\, email address\, and phone number—we’ll verify your membership status and send you the code. \nNot a member? Sign up here \nRead the Workshop & Class Information & Policies \n3 Day Workshop \nWhen: March 20 through March 22\, 2026\, 9 AM to 4 PM \nLimited to 14 participants. \n​Location:\nThe Galleries at Heartland Art Club\n101A West Argonne\nKirkwood\, Missouri 63122 \nAbout Janine HeltonJanine Helton is a watercolor artist who has been recognized in watercolor competitions locally\, nationally and internationally. Since childhood she has enjoyed hands-on creative pursuits\, but it wasn’t until the fall of 2009 that she began taking watercolor lessons with a local artist in her hometown of St. Charles\, Missouri. Janine has since taken workshops from nationally known artists including Carl Purcell\, Janet Rogers\, Fealing Lin and Ted Nuttall. She now paints daily in her home studio. \nJanine is a Best of Missouri Hands Juried Artist\, a Saint Louis Watercolor Society Signature Member as well as a Signature Member of Women in Watercolor\, the Transparent Watercolor Society\, Southern Watercolor Society\, Watercolor West\, the Northwest Watercolor Society\, the San Diego Watercolor Society\, the Western Federation of Watercolor Societies\, the Missouri Watercolor Society\, the Illinois Watercolor Society\, the Michigan Water Color Society\, and the Georgia Watercolor Society. \nWebsite:  https://www.janheltonartworks.com/ \nEmail: janine@janheltonartworks.com
URL:https://heartlandartclub.org/event/demystifying-portraits-in-watercolor-with-janine-helton-3-20-2026-3-22-2026/
LOCATION:The Galleries at Heartland Art Club\, 101A Argonne\, Kirkwood\, MO\, 63122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes
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SUMMARY:Paintings along the Trail of Tears 2026 Reception
DESCRIPTION:Heartland Art Club invites the public to attend the opening reception for Paintings Along the Trail of Tears\, an exhibition supporting the Steelville Trail of Tears Remembrance Committee. \nThis exhibition features artwork created during the Steelville Arts Council (STARCO) Plein Air events of 2024 and 2025. These works were produced to raise funds and awareness for a permanent memorial honoring those who traveled the Trail of Tears through Crawford County\, Missouri between 1837 and 1839. \nIn addition to the artwork\, the exhibition includes a scale model of the proposed Memorial Monument\, artifacts from the 1830s\, and historical materials that tell the story of the Trail of Tears and the forced removal of Native peoples from the southeastern United States. \nThe reception offers an opportunity to view the exhibition\, learn more about the remembrance effort\, and reflect on this important history.
URL:https://heartlandartclub.org/event/paintings-along-the-trail-of-tears-2026-reception/
LOCATION:The Galleries at Heartland Art Club\, 101A Argonne\, Kirkwood\, MO\, 63122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions & Shows
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SUMMARY:2025 Volunteer Appreciation Reception
DESCRIPTION:Heartland Art Club is an all-volunteer organization\, and our volunteers are essential to everything we do. Each year\, we host a Volunteer Appreciation Event to recognize and celebrate the individuals who give their time\, skills\, and energy to support the Club and its mission. \nThis event is open to anyone who has volunteered\, even for a single hour\, during the past year. Guests are invited to enjoy light appetizers\, wine\, and non-alcoholic beverages while connecting with fellow volunteers who share a passion for representational art and for Heartland Art Club. \nWe look forward to coming together to celebrate our volunteers and to express our sincere appreciation for the many ways they help Heartland Art Club thrive.
URL:https://heartlandartclub.org/event/2025-volunteer-appreciation-reception/
LOCATION:The Galleries at Heartland Art Club\, 101A Argonne\, Kirkwood\, MO\, 63122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Misc Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T150000
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SUMMARY:BS Saturday – How to Get Juried into Signature Status and Exhibitions
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 28 | 1:00–2:30 pm\nRegistration Fee: $5 \nThis BS Business Saturday talk is designed to help artists prepare strong\, compliant Signature Membership applications and submissions to juried exhibitions. The session will cover practical tips to ensure applications meet all requirements\, follow the rules precisely\, and present artwork in the best possible light. Artists considering applying for Signature Membership\, either this year or in the future\, will gain valuable insight into how to approach the process with confidence.
URL:https://heartlandartclub.org/event/bs-saturday-how-get-juried-signature-status-exhibitions/
LOCATION:The Galleries at Heartland Art Club\, 101A Argonne\, Kirkwood\, MO\, 63122\, United States
CATEGORIES:BS Business Saturdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T170000
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SUMMARY:2025 VxVII Show
DESCRIPTION:Exhibition Dates: \nOctober 22\, 2026\, through January 24\, 2027 \nPick-up dates are January 28\, 2027\, through January 31\, 2027\, from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. \nThe VxVII Show is a favorite at Heartland Art Club\, featuring original works of art created in a 5″ x 7″ format. This exhibition offers gallery visitors a chance to explore a wide variety of small-scale\, affordable artwork by talented artists\, all thoughtfully created to make a big impression in a small space. Perfect for collectors\, first-time buyers\, and anyone searching for unique\, artful gifts\, the VxVII Show celebrates creativity\, craftsmanship\, and the joy of discovering original art that’s accessible and easy to take home.
URL:https://heartlandartclub.org/event/2025-vxvii-show/2026-01-24/
LOCATION:The Galleries at Heartland Art Club\, 101A Argonne\, Kirkwood\, MO\, 63122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions & Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T035756
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SUMMARY:The Language of painting with Lon Brauer:  1/10/2026 - 1/11/2026
DESCRIPTION:Painting and Drawing are languages. Visual languages. And as with learning any language one must first grasp the concepts and structure\, then dig into the vocabulary. \nThis course is designed to expose the student to new ways of thinking about drawing and painting and how the two speak to the viewer.  We will explore the language and vocabulary of mark-making as we strive to improve our visual skills. \nThe student will be immersed in a series of exercises that with strengthen and reinforce very basic principles that are often overlooked. \nDay one is devoted to what drawing is and how mark-making in drawing leads to new paths for painting. Students will be working with dry and wet media to find fresh avenues for art making. \nDay two is open for students to work on pet projects. Anything goes\, and Lon will be available to guide and critique as desired. \n‘I have been teaching this method that strips away the visual baggage and opens the student up to a new-found freedom in the painting process. Your artwork will take on a dynamism and movement that only a painting can convey. I will show you ways to stretch your visual experience and then gain confidence with your image making thru intuitive choices.’ \nThis is an in-studio workshop. Lon will describe his approach thru demos each day followed up with one-on-one instruction as students give it a go. \nThe student will be exposed to the following: \n·     The limited palette\n·     Mixing colors – what are the possibilities as we expand the palette\n·     Exploring line as a primary tool\n·     Mixing wet and dry mediums\n·     Paint application – what can a brush do\n·     Converting a subject into shapes\n·     Introduction to gestalt principles of design\n·     Starting a painting…developing strategies\n·     Color\, value and line issues \nThis workshop is suitable for experienced as well as beginner. Lon will be addressing oil paint\, pastel\, watercolor\, and charcoal. Open to all mediums. \nSupply ListHeartland Art Club Members: Enter the member discount code to get 10% off at checkout.\nForgot the discount code? Check your email first—we send members a quarterly email reminder with the member discount code. If you still can’t find it\, please email us (art@heartlandartclub.org) with your name\, email address\, and phone number—we’ll verify your membership status and send you the code. \nNot a member? Sign up here \nRead the Workshop & Class Information & Policies \n2 Day Workshop \nWhen: January 10 through January 11\, 2026\, 9 AM to 4 PM \nLimited to 12 participants. \n​Location:\nThe Galleries at Heartland Art Club\n101A West Argonne\nKirkwood\, Missouri 63122 \nAbout Lon BrauerLon Brauer is an American artist known for his work in figure and plein air landscape. Born in 1955 and coming of age in the seventies\, he has roots in the abstract expressionist movement. Although a representational artist he steers clear of the overtly literal. His work is a mix of the abstract and representational bringing an expressionistic use of paint and materials to create images that challenge the viewer with new perspectives. \nLon shows his work nationally. He presents numerous workshops on painting techniques and alternative methods. He lives and works with his partner\, quillwork artist Djuana Tucker\, and owns Lon Brauer Studios in Granite City\, Illinois. \nWebsite:  https://www.lonbrauer.com/ \nEmail:  lonbrauer55@gmail.com
URL:https://heartlandartclub.org/event/the-language-of-painting-with-lon-brauer-1-10-2026-1-11-2026/
LOCATION:The Galleries at Heartland Art Club\, 101A Argonne\, Kirkwood\, MO\, 63122\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Classes
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