Drawing: Christina Stewart, Drawing for ComicsMeet cartoonist Christina “Steenz” Stewart. In this video she describes her work as a cartoonist, her techniques, her inspirations, and her belief in the power of story through cartoons.
Painting: Steven Walden, Art, Baseball, CharityMeet painter Steve Walden who has combined his love of baseball and pop-culture with his desire to help others by raising money for many local charities.
Techniques in Action: Weaving with NatureWeaving can be complicated, but it can also be quite simple! Learn an arts and crafts project that incorporates art, science, math, and fun!
Techniques in Action: Creating Origami BirdsView this arts integration lesson combining the beautiful art of origami with the science of nature. Learn how to fold origami birds like the crane.
Techniques in Action: Creating a Cardboard SculptureHave your students learn from Justin King as he sculpts a gazelle in cardboard.
Props to Alaina – The Art of Airplane PropellersMeet Alaina Lewis and learn about her successful business. She crafts beautiful airplane propellers out of maple, birch, cherry, mahogany and other woods in her workshop.
Cahokia Mounds – Once One of the Great Cities of the WorldTour Cahokia Mounds, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, that was once one of the largest cities in the Americas, and remains home to the largest prehistoric manmade earthen construct in the United States.
Masterful Murals Created by Father-Daughter DuoRobert and Liza Fishbone create bright, inspirational murals. This mural, created for Urban Harvest, is designed to pique the interest of passers-by about their mission to grow food and community.
Creating a Sculpture – The Process I UsedArtist Zack Smithey describes the process he used to design and create a sculpture commissioned by Boeing Corporation. Images of the sculpture are included.
How My Work Embodies STEAMArtist Zack Smithey describes how he incorporates principles of STEAM into his work as a painter, sculptor, designer, and builder of container homes.
Digital/Media: Jon Alexander, FilmmakerJon Alexander always had an interest in the visual arts. He has also seen the trauma of mental health issues in his community. His filmmaking seeks to inform and educate others on these issues.
Sculpture: Justin King, The King of CardboardMeet sculptor Justin King and see what he creates in his medium of cardboard. See examples of his work and learn about his creative process.
Painting: Tim Kent, Going to the DogsMeet artist Tim Kent, who came to painting late in life, but has quickly become known for his unusual portraits of dogs, and his unorthodox acrylic collage technique for creating them.
Art with a Message: Stained Glass ArtThe creation of stained glass is an art form designed to inspire spirituality. See how this art meant to inspire prayer and meditation is created and conceived.
Mixed Media: Barbara Lillis, Mosaic ArtistMost people might look at jewelry as a stylish accessory but Barbara Lillis sees it as art. See how she uses mosaic techniques to create art on anything and everything.
Anew NatureAnew Nature is a furniture restoration and custom design company that provides leadership and training to men who have served prison time for felony offenses. Meet the owners and men in the program.
Painting: Solomon Thurman, Inspired by HistoryMeet painter Solomon Thurman and see his works influenced by and celebrating African-American culture.
Metals: Dan Crabtree and Scott Delorme, Metal PetalsDelicate is not usually what comes to mind when you think of iron sculptures, but that’s exactly what you get when you see the handcrafted metal roses created by Dan Crabtree and Scott Delorme.
Drawing: Edo Rosenblith, Cartoon Influenced DrawingEdo Rosenblith is a St. Louis visual artist. Learn about his style, how he got started and what inspires him.
Opening Minds Through ArtArtists First is for people with memory loss and focuses on imagination instead of memory. These failure-free projects provide a happy, stimulating environment for creative self-expression.
Installations: Steph Zimmerman, The Imagery of SoundSteph Zimmerman creates audio soundscape installations from found materials focused on a central theme. The result is a full sensory experience for the viewer.
Trailblazer Mary EngelbreitMeet Mary Engelbreit, artist and trailblazer for art and entrepreneurship.
Trailblazer Melba Pattillo BealsMeet Melba Pattillo Beals PhD., member of the Little Rock Nine, and trailblazer for civil rights.
Why My Paintings Look Like They DoPainter, printmaker, and art teacher Byron Rogers shares examples of his work and explains how the "look" of his pieces came to be.
Techniques in Action: The Process of Photographing WildlifeNature and wildlife photographic artist Sandy Brooks shares insights into what creates a successful photograph of wildlife in the wild.
Techniques in Action: Creating the Story of Your PhotographNature and wildlife photographer Sandy Brooks shares techniques on how to manipulate an image's background to change the emotion it creates and the story it tells.
Techniques in Action: Modifying the Light Temperature in a PhotographNature and wildlife photographer Sandy Brooks shares examples of apps that can help change how the setting of your photograph looks.
Techniques in Action: Modifying the Image to Change the Mood It CreatesNature and wildlife photographer Sandy Brooks shares some techniques and insights into how to manipulate a photograph to change its mood and how the viewer will react emotionally.
Techniques in Action: Cropping the Image to Change the Story It TellsNature and wildlife photographer Sandy Brooks shares techniques on how to manipulate an image's background to change the story you want your photograph to tell.
Techniques in Action: Creating a New Image from Multiple PhotographsNature and wildlife photographer Sandy Brooks shares an example of how to create a new image from multiple photographs you have taken.
Inspire Your Heart with Art with Painter/Printmaker Byron RogersPainter/printmaker, Byron Rogers shares examples of his work; talks about influences, techniques, colors, and subject matter of his work and how his passion for art changed his life.
Techniques in Action: Creating Fiber Art with a LoomGabrielle Corley loves fabric and all the cool things she can do with it as she weaves on her looms of various sizes to create all sorts of fiber arts pieces.
Meet the Artist – Nicario JimenezMeet Nicario Jimenez, a retablos artist from the Peruvian Andes. Retablos are sophisticated folk art in the form of portable boxes filled with brightly colored figurines in intricate narrative scenes.
Jewelry: Aaron Macsai, GoldsmithMeet Aaron Macsai, a goldsmith and jewelry artist, as he shares examples of his work and discusses his creative process.
Mixed Media: Sharon Matusiak and Robin Washburn, Inspired by NatureMet Sharon Matusiak and Robin Washburn, mixed media artists who make up Wolf Creek Studio, which represents a love affair between art and land.
Fabric/Fiber: Diane Harty, MillinerMeet Diane Harty, a milliner who makes one of a kind hats. See her work and learn about her process of creation.
Photography: Dennis Minner, Second Chance PhotographyMet Dennis Minner, a photographer who gives abandoned and forgotten places and things "a second life."
Painting and Sculpture: Laura Lloyd, Fun and KookyMeet Laura Lloyd and see her oil paintings and clay sculptures.
Painting: Fernando Cornejo, Painting in ReverseMeet Fernando Cornejo, a painter with a unique process.
Meet the Artist – Nha VuuMet Nha Vuu, a painter who does line work paintings. In this video she shares examples of his work, describes the process for creating her work and influences on that work.
Meet the Artist – Ed PribylMeet Ed Pribyl, a sculptor who makes American Folk Art In this video he shares examples of his work, describes the process for creating his work and influences on that work.
Photography: Jesper Johansen, From a HelicopterMeet Jesper Johansen, an aerial photographer who goes out on a helicopter to achieve his shots, as he shares examples of his work and describes influences on and creative process for that work.
Painting: Lisa Burge, Painting That’s TactileMeet Lisa Burge, a painter who specializes in using oil paint, as she shares examples of her work, describes the process for creating her work and influences on that work.
Jewelry: Sarah Hassler, Acrylic and Sterling SilverMeet Sarah Hassler, a jewelry maker who makes creative designs with bold colors for wearable jewelry. She shares examples of her work and describes influences on and creative process for that work.
Mixed Media: Tyler Voorhees, The Jobs of YesteryearMeet Tyler Voorhees, a mixed media artist who uses paint on top of wood to make his characters stand out, as he shares examples of his work and describes the creative process for that work.
Mixed Media: Jim Brown, The Stillness of NatureMeet Jim Brown, a mixed media artist who is investigating different layering techniques: adding and subtracting, drawing, printing, overpainting, erasing and obscuring, as he creates his work.
Printmaking: George Raab, Intaglio PrintmakerMeet George Raab, a printmaker whose original etchings are a combination of drawing, photo-etching, engraving, aquatint, and watercolor painting, as he shares examples of his work.
Painting: Beth Bojarski, Whimsy and Surprise in OilMeet Beth Bojarski, a painter specializing in whimsical oil painting on wooden surfaces with beautiful, vintage frames, as she shares examples of her work and describes her creative process.
Mixed Media: Chris Bruno, Telling StoriesMeet mixed media artist Chris Bruno as he shares examples of his work, describes the process for creating his work and influences on that work.
Printmaking: Marina Terauds, From Metal Etchings to Beautiful PrintsMeet Marina Terauds, a printmaker, as she shares examples of her work, describes the process for creating her work and influences on that work.
Painting: Taman Vanscoy, Drybrush WatercolorMeet painter Taman Vanscoy as he shares examples of his work, describes the process for creating his work and influences on that work.
Painting: Chris Vance, Graffiti and Skateboard InspiredChris Vance is a painter. In this video he shares examples of his work, describes the process for creating his work and influences on that work.
Photography: Igor Menaker, Architectural CompositionIgor Menaker is an architecture photographer from Chicago, Illinois. In this video he shares examples of his work, describes the process for creating his work and influences on that work.
Photography: Chris Dalquist, Historic Process with Contemporary TechnologyChris Dalquist is a photographer. In this video she shares examples of her work, describes the process for creating her work and influences on that work.
Woodwork: James Barnes, Beautiful Wood InlaysJames Barnes is a woodworker. In this video he shares examples of his work, describes the process for creating his work and influences on that work.
Woodwork: Matthew Hatala, Woodturned VesselsMatthew Hatala is a woodturner. In this video he shares examples of his work, describes the process for creating his work and influences on that work.
Glass: Robert Coby, Building in LayersMeet Robert Coby, a glass artist whose work is a range of explorations into surface and texture informed by features and processes of the natural landscape, as he shares examples of his work,
Glass: Mark Sudduth, The Art of GlassMark Sudduth is a hand blown and sculptural glass artist. In this video he shares examples of his work, describes the process for creating his work and influences on that work.
Glass: Amber Marshall, Hand Blown Glass SculptureAmber Marshall creates whimsy and elegant glass sculptures. In this video she shares examples of her work, describes the process for creating her work and influences on that work.
Glass: Jim and Renee Engebretson, A Team in GlassJim and Renee Engebretson are glass artists from Western Wisconsin. In this video they share examples of their work, describes the process for creating their work and influences on that work.
Meet the Artist – Sam StangSam Stang is a glass artist. In this video he shares examples of his work, describes the process for creating his work and influences on that work.
Ceramics: Greg Rasmusson, Designing in CeramicsGreg Rasmusson is a potter. In this video he shares examples of his work, describes the process for creating his work and influences on that work.
Ceramics: Delores Fortuna, Porcelain PotteryDelores Fortuna is a porcelain artist. In this video she shares examples of her work, describes the process for creating her work and influences on that work.
Ceramics: Nathan Falter, Wheel Thrown StonewareNathan Falter is a pottery artist. In this video he shares examples of his work, describes the process for creating his work and influences on that work.
Metals: Mark Winter, Fun SculpturesMetal sculptor Mark Winter shares examples of his work and describes the nature of his work and various influences on that work..
Printmaking: Gillian Kemper, Monotype PrintsGillian Kemper is an oil monotype printmaker. In this video she shares examples of her work as she describes her process and inspiration.
Installations: Joachim Knill, Shipping Culture Through Time and SpaceMeet Joachim Knill, a mixed media installation artist, as he shares examples of his work and describes influences on and the creative process for that work.
Woodwork: Jay McDougall, Reductive SculptureMeet Jay McDougall, a contemporary wood artist, as he shares examples of his work and describes influences on and the creative process for that work.
Paper: Hetty and Norman Metzger, Painting with PaperHetty & Norman Metzger create abstract geometric assemblages out of paper using four primary techniques. They share examples of their work and describe their creative process.
Printmaking: Deborah Mae Broad, Driven By a Love for AnimalsMeet Deborah Mae Broad, a printmaker, as she shares examples of her work and describes influences on and the creative process for that work.
Ceramics: Paul Eshelman, Contemporary Functional PotteryMeet potter Paul Eshelman as he shares examples of her work and describes influences on and the creative process for that work.
Photography: Cali Hobgood, Hand Colored PhotographyMeet photographer Cali Hobgood as she shares examples of her work and describes influences on and the creative process for that work.
Printmaking: Bonnie and Steve Harmston, SerigraphyMeet printmakers Bonnie and Steve Harmston as they share examples of their work and describes influences on and the creative process for that work.
Ceramics: Jennifer Falter, Hand Thrown Black Slip PotteryMeet Jennifer Falter, a potter, as she shares examples of her work and describes influences on and the creative process for that work.
Glass: Melissa Schmidt, Glass Bubble JewelryInspired by her antique blown glass buttons, Melissa Schmidt’s glass jewelry work is whimsical and unexpected. Her glass mastery is mostly self taught with years of refining techniques.
Photography: Randy Dana, Color Still LifeMeet Randy Dana who photographs flowers and fruit, incorporating a variety of objects as content and backgrounds. See examples of his work and learn about his creative process.
Painting: Rey Alfonso, Colors of CultureMeet Rey Alfonso, a painter who utilizes his knowledge of pure pigments and fire in his paintings on Baltic birch. See examples of his work and learn about influences on and creative process for his...
Meet the Artist – Thomas WarginMeet Thomas Wargin, a sculptor who engages the viewer and stimulates the mind as well as their visual senses. He shares examples of his work and discusses his creative process.
Glass: Thomas Spake, Opaque GlassMeet Thomas Spake who strives to create hand blown glass that is unique and contemporary. See examples of his work and learn about his creative process.
Mixed Media: Benjamin Frey, Capturing MovementMeet Benjamin Frey, a painter who layers papers and pages from antique encyclopedia and school books, see examples of his work, and learn about his creative process.
Woodwork: Michael Bauermeister, Natural Vessels and PanelsMeet Michael Bauermeister, a wood sculptor and painter, shares examples of his work and discusses his influences and creative process.
Ceramics: Yael Shomroni, Functional PotteryMeet ceramic artist Yale Shomroni. See examples of her work and learn about her creative process.
Ceramics: Kina Crow, Ceramic HumorMeet Kina Crow works with clay and paint. See examples of her work and learn about her creative process.
Mixed Media: Joyce McCown, Hand-Stitched PhotographyMeet Joyce McCown, a mixed media artist working in drawing, painting, designing, typography, collage, and sculpture. See examples of her work and learn about her influences and creative process.
Woodwork: David Stine, Building FurnitureMeet David Stine, a furniture maker whose work marries extraordinary craftsmanship with sustainable practices.
Painting: Armando Pedroso, Abstract and UnconventionalMeet Armando Pedroso who deconstructs and reconstructs a variety of materials to create his unique paintings. From roofing tar to plaster and found objects nothing goes unused.
Sculpture: Gregory Booth, The Art of MathHow do art and math intertwine? For sculptor Gregory Booth the answer is "in all sorts of ways." See how the intersection between art and math inspires new learning and new works of art.
Login to ViewCell Phone Photography to Identify NatureBy creating the best image on the cell phone with Snapseed app and adding it to the iNaturalist citizen science app, the wonder of nature, art and science is at your fingertips.
Login to ViewFrom the Eyes of the Artist – Byron RogersGet a glimpse into the studio and mind of painter and printmaker Byron Rogers as he demonstrates his methods, approach in the creative process, and his sources of inspiration.
Login to ViewMeet the Artist – Alice and Jack McLeanMeet Jack and Alice McLean who create unique bronze constructions: welded, machined and oxidized with a hot process patina. See their work and how it's created.
Login to ViewWallace Herndon Smith – Artist Without BoundariesA biographical profile celebrating the life and work of a prolific 20th Century American artist. The documentary chronicles Smith’s younger years as an actor, playwright, composer and architect, as w...
Login to ViewKeeping Art Alive with the Belleville Mural ProjectIn the spirit of keeping the arts alive and boosting the resurgence of Belleville, Illinois, area merchants, residents, artists and the City collaborated to create a series of murals on the sides of ...
Login to ViewZack Smithey on CreatingArtist Zack Smithey describes being a creator as he works in various forms of art and design. Images of his work are included.
Login to ViewDo What You LoveArtist Zack Smithey shares his perspective on pursuing what you love to do as an artist.
Login to ViewFull STEAM Ahead with Zack SmitheyZack Smithey is a multi-talented artist who applies the concepts of STEAM every day in his work. Learn where his ideas come from. Discover the process he uses to create a work.
Login to ViewTaking the Virus out of the Bite! Mosquito-Borne Diseases Are Tracked in the Insect’s BodyAlexander Franz, an assistant professor in the MU College of Veterinary Medicine, Dept. of Veterinary Pathobiology is trying to stop the spread of mosquito viruses by studying the molecular interacti...
Login to ViewMaster EngraverMeet Richard Neustaedter, one of very few people in the US who still do engraving the old-fashioned way: by hand. He is one of a handful so skilled they are referred to as Master Engravers.
Login to ViewThe Saint Louis Art Museum Reveals the Work Behind Preserving the PastThe Saint Louis Art Museum has turned the laborious task of restoring the very large “Panorama of the Monumental Grandeur of the Mississippi Valley” into an exhibition all its own.
Login to ViewBeyond the WallsBetter Family Life strives to help build and maintain strong families. Their project, “Beyond the Walls,” is a series of outdoor murals to help beautify vacant buildings.
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