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Show Me Artists began in 2023 to discover, spotlight, and amplify Missouri's local creative talent. Through art fairs, festivals, retreats, and community projects along Historic Route 66, we connect artists with audiences, venues, and opportunities. We're building a searchable Missouri creator directory and art marketplace while helping communities host more artist-centered events.

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Featured Projects

The events and collaborations bringing our creative communities together.

Community Art Fair / Event Production

River of Oz Art Fair III — Route 66 Centennial

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The 3rd River of Oz Art Fair celebrates Missouri artists and crafters during the 100th anniversary of Historic Route 66. Join Show Me Artists for original art, handcrafted holiday gifts, community connections, and local creative talent.

Saturday, November 14, 2026 · 12–6 p.m.
St. James Winery / Public House Tap Room, St. James, Missouri.

The fair is planned inside the Public House Tap Room cellar; the Gardens may be used if weather permits.

Route 66 Paint N’ Sip: 1–3 p.m. with Kaitlin Millender of Art Mill Collective. $40 per person, limited to 30, including paint, canvas and one beverage.

Original arts and crafts vendor registration: $20.

Hosted by Show Me Artists · Questions: josh@showmeartists.com

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Join the directory, start selling your work, or get hands-on creative support.

Join the Creator Directory — Free

Get discovered by your community. Create a free listing in the Show Me Artists directory so people can find your work, learn about your craft, and connect with you.

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Sell Your Art Online

Sell original artwork and offer print-on-demand products through Show Me Artists. Create a place for your work to be discovered and purchased beyond an art fair.

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Artist Support Services

Technical and creative help for artists: marketing, graphics, website design, e-commerce, branding, and event production.

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Full Capabilities

Practical tools, production services, and opportunities for Missouri artists.

From the first high-resolution image to a complete online store or community arts festival, Show Me Artists helps creators present their work, connect with audiences, and build what comes next.

Creative & Technical Support

Design, media, and tech help as needed.

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Branding & Merchandise

Logos, apparel, and merchandise for your art.

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Event Production

Planning, coordination, and media for local events.

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Artwork Digitization

High-resolution artwork capture for print and web.

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Print-on-Demand Shop

Sell fine-art prints online with professional fulfillment.

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Packaging & Shipping

Protect, package, and ship your artwork.

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Local Creators & Events

Find local makers, fairs, and venues.

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Route 66 Public Art

Explore mural and sculpture opportunities along Route 66.

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Artist Collaborations

Connect with artists on shared creative projects.

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Missouri Artist Resources

Independent Missouri Arts Organizations

Regional Arts Commission of St. Louis

Grants, artist directory, calls

St. Louis Artists' Guild

Juried shows, classes, membership

St. Louis Lady's Art Guild

Exhibitions and artist networking

St. Louis Volunteer Lawyers and Accountants for the Arts

Legal and accounting help

Arts and Education Council of Greater St. Louis

Arts and education funding

Art Saint Louis

Former gallery — closed in 2025

Mid-Missouri Fine Arts Society

Local artists, original fine art, shows

Steelville Arts Council (STARCO)

Gallery Zeke, artists and exhibits

Viva Cuba, Inc. — Route 66 Mural City

Community murals, public art

Arts Rolla

Exhibitions, literary and visual arts

Lebanon Art Guild

Exhibits, classes and gallery

Springfield Regional Arts Council

Calls, exhibits and arts calendar

SWMO Visual Arts Collective

Member exhibits and meetups

Joplin Regional Artists Coalition

Artist registry and exhibitions

Connect2Culture

Arts calendar and cultural programs

Spiva Center for the Arts

Classes, exhibitions and art shows

Joplin Arts District

Public murals and Art Walk

artCentral

Exhibitions, public art and classes

Carthage Council on the Arts

Cultural events and artist programs

Neosho Arts Council

Gallery shows and artist development

Crossroads Arts Council

Gallery shows, classes and murals

Best of Missouri Hands

Juried artisan directory, shows

Missouri Arts Council

Grants and technical resources

Missouri Citizens for the Arts

Arts funding and policy alerts

Missouri Association of Community Arts Agencies

Agency resources and membership

Missouri Alliance for Arts Education

Arts education and advocacy

Capital Arts

Exhibitions, classes and sales

Columbia Art League

Gallery, exhibits and classes

Columbia Office of Cultural Affairs

Grants and public art opportunities

Lake Arts Council

Community arts and performance

Arts Council of Southeast Missouri

Exhibitions and arts education

Allied Arts Council of St. Joseph

Advocacy, arts education, grants

ArtsKC — Regional Arts Council

Arts grants and advocacy

Kansas City Artists Coalition

Open calls and exhibitions

Kansas City Volunteer Lawyers & Accountants for the Arts

Legal and accounting support

Charlotte Street

Grants, studio residencies and calls

Counterpublic

Public-art exhibitions and projects

Saint Louis Art Fair

Juried art fair opportunities

ARTICA

Participatory art, artist grants, annual festival

Paint Louis

Graffiti writers, mural opportunities, live art and hip-hop

St. Louis Mural Project

Community murals and local artist commissions

STL Virtuoso Collective

Affordable retail space, markets and workshops

Print Bazaar on Cherokee Street

Printmaker vending, holiday markets and artist applications

The Luminary

Exhibitions, artist development and residencies

STL Art Place Initiative

Affordable artist housing and cultural space

Intersect Arts Center

Community arts programs, studio space and workshops

Craft Alliance

Ceramics, fibers, glass, metals, print and woodworking

Screwed Arts Collective

Collaborative art, murals and creative projects

Chroma 417

Mural opportunities, wall partnerships and public art

North Village Arts District

Gallery directory, studios and First Friday art walks

MO River Murals

Community riverfront murals and public-art projects

Community Arts Training Institute

Community-arts training, partnerships and networks

3rdSpace St. Louis

Creative meetups, studio events and collaboration

St. Louis ArtWorks

Paid youth apprenticeships and artist mentoring

573-828-7320

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CALL FOR ARTISTS!

Looking for Art & Craft Vendors

The River of OZ Art Fair is Saturday, November 14th, 2026 at St. James Winery / Public House (STJMS). Come celebrate the Route 66 Centennial and hang out with us! ARTIST NETWORKING & ART FAIR. VENDORS: $20 10'x10' space. Bring tables or RSVP, limited extras. Event is inside, unless weather is nice in The Gardens.

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