50 Miles of Art Gallery and Studio Tour November 1-2, 2008 Visit the artists and artisans in Hannibal, Louisiana and Clarksville! HANNIBAL – Artist Galleries/Studios DOWNTOWN LOCATIONS AVA Goldworks, 211 Center St., (573) 221-1928 - Randall Hurt, one of only 119 Jewelers of America Certified Master Bench Jewelers in the nation, creates unique jewelry that is wearable art. – Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Closed Sunday Alliance Art Gallery, 112 N. Main St., (573) 221-2275 – A fine art gallery featuring Missouri artists-Saturday 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. ***Demonstrations by Pat Kerns, portrait sketching. Meet the gallery artists. Refreshments will be served. Gallery 310, 310 N Main St. in Hannibal, MO – where you can enjoy a collection of masterful works, contemporary and traditional, produced by artists in the Hannibal and Illinois area. Join us for this event! Saturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. For information call 217-653-1100 or 573-406-4562. John Hamon Miller, Hamon Handcrafted Glass, 115 Hill St., (573) 221-3900 Third generation glass blower! Open Saturday and Sunday. Fresh Ayers, 209 N. Main St., (573) 221-1017- Gift store featuring functional stoneware pottery by Steve Ayers and offering a ****“Seconds Pottery Sale ”. Also featuring work by Lindsey Ayers, Hoke Roberts, Michael Moore, Sarah Minor, and Joachim Knill. - Saturday 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Renee Healy, Red Door Studio, Renee Healy, Back alley entrance of 207 N. Main St. (573) 248-0168 – Gallery and studio feature watercolor works of Hannibal newcomer. 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. ***The artist will have her doors open for anyone to come in and learn how to make fiber paper! Rooster's Crow Art Center, 221 Bird Street, 573-406-1444, www.roosterscrowart.com and www.michaelchlebanowski.com – Full-service art supply center, workshops, and gallery featuring the work of Michael Chlebanowski. Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Steve Ayers, Ayers Pottery, 308 N. Third St., (573) 221-6960 - Functional stoneware pottery in vivid glazes. - Saturday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Open Sunday 10am-4pm. See potters at work, demonstrations throughout the day. Also offering a "Seconds Pottery Sale". Sally Poole, Poole Advertising, 108 North Third St., Suite 100, (573) 221-3635 – take a tour of a working advertising agency, and enjoy oils, acrylics, and watercolors painted by award winning artist Sally Poole. Thinking about growing your own art business? Visit the loft studio spaces are available to rent in this newly renovated downtown location. Refreshments and smooth jazz on Saturday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. or by appointment. AROUND TOWN LOCATIONS – worth finding! Candles-A-Glow, Mark Twain Cave Complex, Highway 79 South, (573)2211656 – Beautiful hand carved candles for weddings. Also, angels, lighthouses, and gift for all occasions. Saturday/Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Floodgate Gallery - Harold Pickern, 201A Broadway, (573) 221-3332 - Painter with themes dealing with images of discarded objects found in the American landscape. By chance or by Appointment. Related Businesses Java Jive, 211 N. Main St., (573) 221-1017- Coffee shop featuring works by local and regional artists. - Saturday 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Native American Trading Company, 115 N. Main St., (573) 248-3451 Authentic Hand Crafted items from a variety of Native American cultures. Art Gallery featuring World Class artists such as Bev Doolittle , Herman Adams, J.D. Challenger, Judy Larson, and Howard Terpining. – Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Picture Perfect gallery & framing, 101 N. Main St., (573) 221-4090, www.pixperf.com - Corner of Main and Broadway - Gallery and framing specializing in Missouri art and handcrafted gifts created in Missouri and the USA. - Saturday 10 a.m. 5 p.m. ***SPECIAL EVENT Matting & Framing workshops all day Saturday. *Mat Cutting demonstrations. - A special cut mat will be your Gift to take home. *Watch the framers at work. *Tips and hints on choosing mats and frames for your special art pieces. *Ideas on choosing design elements to enhance your wall art. *How to keep your walls from looking like a motel or thrift store warehouse. Saturday, Nov 1, 10 am – 5 pm. The Hickory Stick, Pat Waelder – 326 N. Main St., (573) 221-4538 – three historic buildings with quilts, quilt fabrics and supplies, as well as an extensive collection of redwork and Mark Twain fabrics designed from his original artifacts. Saturday 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. CLARKSVILLE – Bee Naturals - Barbara Chappuis, 103 North First St., (573) 242-3475 Essential oils, natural skincare, soaps, bath salts, potpourri and candles. Saturday/Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Clarksville Glassworks - Gary and Judy Rice, Lance Stroheker, Nick Philips, 118 Howard St. - Hand blown glass, demonstrations. Saturday/Sunday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Dawn of Creation - Dawn Beckwith, 101 S. First, (573) 242-9600 – Unique, original jewelry, art glass, mosaics & bead supplies. Saturday/Sunday 10:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m. Earth’s Heartbeat - DiAnne Smith, 106 S. Second., (573) 242-3112 – Painted drums, Native American and Civil War artifacts. 2008 Early American Life Magazine Top 200 Traditional Artist award recipient. Saturday/Sunday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Great River Road Pottery and Wood Shop - Bud & Erin Garrison, 107 S. First St., (573) 242-3000 - Traditional stoneware pottery and cottage furniture. Saturday 9 - 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 – 5. Simpatico, an Art Gallery Co-op – Lori Purk and Gail Crozier, 105 C S. First St., (573) 242-3725 - A selection of lampworked beads, pottery, hand painted silks, fused and stained glass, watercolor, collage, nature photography and custom silverwork from Missouri artists. Niche Magazine 2007 Top Retailer Award nominee for Best New Store. Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m and Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. The Bent Tree Gallery - John, Marcia and Stacy Whitt, 102 South Second, (573) 242-3200 – Rustic furnishings and accents, baskets and fiber art. One of a kind leather handbags and belts, handmade note cards. Niche Magazine 2006 Top Retailer Award nominee. Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Windsor Chair Shop - Ralph and Caron Quick, 107 N. First Street, (573) 242 – 3700 - Handmade 18th century traditional Windsor Chairs, candle boxes, spoon racks and other traditional colonial items. Demonstrations both days and a free drawing for a candle box. Early American Life Magazine Top 200 Traditional Craftsmen since 2004. Saturday/Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Participants in Louisiana have not been confirmed. Below is a listing of those galleries and studios who participated in the Spring Tour. LOUISIANA – The Glove Factory/Green Tyger Framing, 600 S. Main St., (573) 754-0890 – Gallery featuring Raintree student art show and other local artists; full service coffee shop, wine and beer sales. Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday Noon to 3 p.m. John Stoeckley, Reflections of Missouri Gallery, 107 South 9th St., (573) 7546634 - Pen, ink and watercolor featuring Missouri sites, new “stone art” collection and wildlife. – Saturday/Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Jon D. Moran, The Studio at Seventh, 701 Georgia St., (573) 754-4001 – Welded steel sculpture, painting and graphic design. – Saturday/Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. St. Louis Univ. Henry Lay Sculpture Park, From the intersection of Hwys. 79 and 54, travel west on Hwy. 54 approx. 3 miles to Hwy. UU, then 3 miles on UU to sculpture park on left. (573) 754-4726 - two-mile, self-guided tour or visit the “children’s sculpture” park at the entrance. Thomas and Patricia Hooper ASL Pewter, Grand Central Gallery, 123 S. Third St. (573) 754-3435 – Traditional and original pewter items. – Saturday/Sunday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Also, check out Louisiana’s 20+ Murals!