Special Events and Gallery Talks
The St. Louis Artists' Guild hosts a variety of special events, gallery talks, and lectures throughout the year, including music concerts, plays, and our annual fundraiser Collectors Choice.
Scroll down for details on all our upcoming events:
2025 Makers Market
Saturday, November 15 | 11 am - 4 pm
Pick up handmade goods from local artists and enjoy hands-on art activities for all ages.
Artists/Vendors:
Marianne Baer, Bedlam Art Mill, Suzy Farren, Amy Firestone Rosen, Brian Lathan, LCQKS, Dee Levang, Kelly Miller, and Michelle Smith
Free Family Art Activities!
Join us in making paper lanterns, cut paper snowflakes, and use feathers and popsicle sticks to create silly turkeys!
This activity is part of our monthly “Free Family Saturdays” where families can drop in to make crafts in the gallery!
Raffle Tickets
Raffle Tickets can be purchased for $2 for one, $5 for three, or $15 for 10 tickets for a chance to win raffle items.
Terms and Conditions:
All proceeds will go to support the St. Louis Artists’ Guild mission.
Winning ticket holder does not need to be present to win.
Items can not be redeemed for cash or any other item.
From Dream to Published: Create Your Kid’s Book
10AM Saturday, December 6, 2025
St. Louis Artists’ Guild, 12 N. Jackson Ave., Clayton (in person or online)
Author Beth Bacon will demonstrate how to turn the spark of a children’s story idea into the book of your dreams. This author for young readers will guide author hopefuls through every stage of the creative and publishing process.
Beth will suggest creative ways to craft the manuscript and explore illustration styles. She also will share three paths to publishing: traditional, self-publishing and assisted self-publishing. By the end, a prospective author will have clear next steps to achieve that dream of creating a kid’s book.
Her books empower today’s kids to learn about themselves and the world through reading. Do you hope your idea will appeal to a new or reluctant reader? Beth will share how she uses storytelling for fun while striving to use the story to teach and increase literacy skills.
Missouri Professional Communicators will share Beth’s information in person and online. RSVP at mpcnfpw@gmail.com by December 5 for a seat at the Artists’ Guild or a link to the program in progress.
The publishing information applies to creating books for “kids” of any age – including a grown-up writer interested in publishing a romance, mystery or other genre.
HOLIDAY BONUS: BOOK SWAP
Bring a new or gently used children's book (one or a few) to swap. You’ll take home a great new read and the overflow will be donated to local students.
Conversations on Creativity
This event will be held on the 2nd Saturday of each month, from 10am-12pm.
Through receiving input of fellow artists you can gain new insight into understanding your work.
In this informal monthly series, artists will present their artwork to a small group for discussion. Bring 2-5 small art pieces you wish to receive constructive feedback on to participate.
The small group will engage in a thoughtful exchange of ideas, comments, and interpretations. The small group aims to inspire growth, creativity and foster community.
Ages 18+
This event is free, but preregistration is required.
https://www.stlouisartistsguild.org/conversations-on-creativity
Donuts, Coffee, and Printmaking
This event will typically be held on the 3rd Saturday of the month.
9:30am-10:30am
Learn various printmaking techniques in short one-hour demos while enjoying coffee and donuts.
This series is geared towards teens and adults, interested in learning more about different printmaking processes.
Some months may have an interactive element, while others will be purely a demonstration/show&tell.
See the page linked below to find out what is happening each month!
Preregistration Required - $10 per session
https://www.stlouisartistsguild.org/donuts-coffee-and-printmaking
