Notice: The Washington University West Campus building is closed, and the East doors are locked! When you visit, please park in the lot on 12 N. Jackson Ave. across the street from the green doors! If you need to park in accessible parking spots, please call us at (314) 727-6266 so we can open the door for you.
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The Board of Governors
of the
St. Louis Artists' Guild
invite you to
Collectors Choice XX
Livestreamed on YouTube
Saturday, November 7, 2020
Collectors Choice is an evening of original artwork, suspenseful fun, and–best of all–luck of the draw! Beloved for 19 years by local artists, collectors, and art enthusiasts, the event raises funds to support the mission and programs of the St. Louis Artists’ Guild.
Each guest gets an original piece of art. As each Collectors Choice ticket holder is randomly selected, the lucky person acquires one piece of original artwork (valued at $250 or more) of his or her choice. Tickets are limited to the number of artworks available.
This year Collectors Choice XX goes virtual! The safety of guests, volunteers and staff is our top priority. We look forward to seeing you in real-time as the event streams live on YouTube.
6 p.m. Online Waiting Room Opens
7 p.m. Livestreamed Selection Party Begins
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Collectors Choice the Exhibit
on display October 24–November 7
We have so many fantastic pieces in this year's Collectors Choice! The artwork will be on display in the gallery to view in person October 24–November 7.
We are now offering extended viewing hours!
Monday: 5:00pm–8:00pm
Tuesday: 10:00am–8:00pm
Wed-Fri: 10:00am–6:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am–4:00pm
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Silent Auction is Live!
Unique art items, baskets, and services can be viewed in the gallery and online beginning 10/24. Bidding closes at 9pm Collectors Choice XX night (November 7th) and payments finalize online.
No ticket is needed to bid on items in the Collectors Choice XX Silent Auction!
View and bid on items at
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West County Center
Dove Love Art Auction!
October 8–October 31
In a time of uncertainty, all we need is love…Dove Love! Eleven local artists inspired by the iconic West County Dove, a symbol of peace, hope and love, have created works of art for you to see.
The Dove Love Art will be on view beginning October 8 in the lobby area of the STLAG and available for purchase at charityauctionbid/STLAGdoveloveart. 50% of the sales go to the artists and 50% of the proceeds benefit the St. Louis Artists' Guild!
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New Classes!
These shorter length courses are a great opportunity to build skills and get some art-time into your schedule during the holiday season! This year we are offering a variety of classes for adults and children. Check our website for updates–more late fall classes are coming soon!
Adult Classes
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Abstracting the Figure Using Collagraph
November 24–December 15
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In this course students will learn the basics of collagraph printmaking as instructor Marcia Pandolfi guides them through the process of abstracting the figure. Students will make prints inspired by their own sources referencing famous artists, photos of friends, self-portraits, and more. The class will cover different ways of building a plate, inking, printing, and transferring ideas and sketches into prints. Ages 16+
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Long Pose Figure Drawing
November 19–December 17
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In this four-week course, students will develop their figure drawing skills as instructor Phil Perschbacher leads them through a series of long poses from a live model. Students from any skill level, beginning to advanced, will learn strategies to take their drawings from loose sketches to finished pieces using proportions, balance, volume, rhythm, light, and shadow. The longer poses will give students the opportunity to process and apply figure-drawing strategies into a more developed piece. Ages 18+
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Portrait Drawing in Chalk
November 16–December 14
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This class will make an examination of the portrait. We will initially discuss staging, lighting the model, and composing on our paper. We will continue further to discuss facial proportion as we establish an organizational line drawing of our model. We will then define the planer structure of the facial anatomy in order to see the face as a series of successively shrinking planes that reflect varied degrees of light back to the viewer. This is the ‘architecture’ of our likeness. At this point, we will take note of what can be called a ‘light system’ and a ‘shadow system,’ and determine which of the planes formerly established lies within each system. Finally, we will discuss the application of relative values to the drawing and resolve the image into a solid likeness.
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Classes for Young Artists |
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African Masks!
November 12–December 17
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In this five week after-school class, students will explore the history, art, and culture of African Masks using upcycled materials along with 2D and 3D mixed-media techniques. The students will use a combination of acrylic paint, pencil, cardboard, and various recyclable items as they learn about African cultures and go home with a series of unique projects! Ages 6-9.
*class will not meet 11/26, Thanksgiving Day
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Drawing in Color for the Young Artist
November 14–December 12
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Students will be exposed to color theory through the use of several different color media, such as pastels, colored pencils and watercolor. This class is appropriate for students who have taken Drawing for the Young Artist with Ken and new students who are interested in improving their drawing skills while taking out the mystery and fear of using color. Ages 10-14.
*class will not meet 11/28, Thanksgiving Week
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Printmaking Exploration!
November 3–November 17
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In this three week mini-class, students will explore three new printmaking technique including monoprinting, screen-printing, and lino-cut block printing. The instructor will lead students through the process of creating their own designs and turning them into a variety of interesting prints! Ages 10-14
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New Perspectives in Drawing and Painting: A Virtual Exhibition
The St. Louis Artists’ Guild is calling for artists working in drawing and painting techniques. Over the past 50 years, drawing has been elevated from a supporting role to a primary medium, ranking alongside painting as a central art form. Despite its long history, painting continues to evolve and excite, with new generations taking it in unexpected directions. A central pillar of artistic practice, painting also has an enduring appeal for collectors and still dominates the art market. This exhibition takes the conversation forward, showcasing artists working in drawing and painting media that are bringing contemporary topics, issues, and aesthetics to traditional practices.
Juror: Justin Henry Miller - Associate Professor and Exhibitions Coordinator at Southeast Missouri State University
Justin Henry Miller's work emerges from an interest in our inundation of images and the mental layering that occurs as we experience, process, and recall. The elements that compose Miller's paintings are coalescing fragments that teeter between cooperation and individualism. In some instances, the interweaving layers come together to provide a greater clarity, while in others they convolute. Still in some pieces, unique moments ultimately prevail.
Deadline to Submit: November 7, 2020
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Visitors must enter through the Main Entrance of the St. Louis Artists' Guild located at the corner of Forsyth and Jackson. Look for the Green Doors! The entrance near the Wine and Cheese Shop will be locked.
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