Overland Park Arts Activities in February

Friends of Overland Park Arts has compiled a list of 
arts activities coming up in  our community.   H ere's what's going on. 
 
Foshan Ceramics Show
Art at the Center 
Tomahawk Ridge Community Center
11902 Lowell

On display through March 28

Opening Reception: 
February 3, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.








The exhibition features a continuing dialogue between Kansas and Foshan ceramic and painting artists who have come together to share ideas and techniques and also create new opportunities. The exhibit showcases artists from both the U.S. and China.

Artisans at the Gardens
Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens
8909 W. 179th Street

February 11 - 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Pick up something for yourself or someone special. All items on sale are handmade by local artists. Gifts include jewelry, accessories, pottery, art and apparel. Enjoy the gardens and stay warm at this indoor event. No pre-registration necessary, included with admission.

Felted Forms: Wool in the Woods
Overland Park Arboretum & 
Botanical Gardens
8909 W. 179th Street

February 11 - March 31

Enjoy this special outdoor exhibit - the 3rd annual - produced by the Felt Makers Federation of Kansas City.
All sculptures will brighten the otherwise grey season.
Also, learn about the craft of felting and how it is made.
See how it can be pushed to its limits. Included with admission.

Felted Forms 2

Local Life -  Third Friday
Downtown Overland Park

February 17 - 5:00-9:00 p.m.

Local Life is a lively and fun way to explore the unique and locally owned shops in Downtown Overland Park!  You'll always discover something fun and entertaining at Local Life.
 


Call for Artists - 
Annual National Juried Exhibition

Deadline for Submissions: February 22

Now accepting applications for the 2017 Juried
Art Exhibition. $2000 Best of Show.

Exhibit opens April 7.


Registration is Now Open!

Stems Plein Air Paint
May 19 - June 1

Participants choose to paint at the Overland Park
Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, at Deanna Rose
Children's Farmstead, or in historic downtown Overland
Park from May 20 to June 1, 2017. Registration fee allows submission of up to 3 paintings to vie for over $7,000.00 in prize money. Categories are oil, acrylic, pastel and mixed media. Grand Prize is $1,000.00. Stems Plein Air Paint is
the oldest of a growing group of organized events for artists in the Kansas City area interested in plein air painting.


If you know of an upcoming art event or opportunity in or around Overland Park that should be featured in our newsletter, 
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