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CREATIVITY

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to SMAC!

​Southern Missouri Arts Connection is a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting the arts and the community for the enrichment of all. Our vision is to be the hub of artistic creativity, educational experience, innovation, and partnership for the region, enhancing quality of life for the entire area.

Upcoming Events

  • Early Access Pass for Post-it Note, 3"x3" Art Show
    Early Access Pass for Post-it Note, 3"x3" Art Show
    Fri, Oct 02
    SMAC Art Center
    Oct 02, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    SMAC Art Center, 7 Downing St, Hollister, MO 65672, USA
    Early Access Pass allows access to the show one hour prior to the opening reception (5pm-6PM).
  • Post-it Note 3"x3" Art Show & SMAC Fundraiser
    Post-it Note 3"x3" Art Show & SMAC Fundraiser
    Fri, Oct 02
    SMAC Art Center
    Oct 02, 2026, 6:00 PM – Oct 31, 2026, 5:00 PM
    SMAC Art Center, 7 Downing St, Hollister, MO 65672, USA
    The Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) will present the seventh annual Post-It Note, 3"x3" Art Show at the SMAC gallery at 7 Downing Street in Historic Downtown Hollister. Each year, SMAC invites local artists to create miniature 3” x 3” artworks on paper, canvas, or other substrate.
  • Festive Fall Ceramic Pumpkin Workshop (Morning Session) with Julie Zetina
    Festive Fall Ceramic Pumpkin Workshop (Morning Session) with Julie Zetina
    Sat, Oct 03
    SMAC Art Center
    Oct 03, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    SMAC Art Center, 7 Downing St, Hollister, MO 65672, USA
    Fall & pumpkins... they just go together! Join Julie Zetina for this timely Festive Fall Ceramic Pumpkin Workshop! In this fun clay workshop, participants will design & sculpt their own ceramic pumpkin over the course of two Saturday morning classes.
  • Festive Fall Ceramic Pumpkin Workshop (Afternoon Session) with Julie Zetina
    Festive Fall Ceramic Pumpkin Workshop (Afternoon Session) with Julie Zetina
    Sat, Oct 03
    SMAC Art Center
    Oct 03, 2026, 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    SMAC Art Center, 7 Downing St, Hollister, MO 65672, USA
    Fall & pumpkins... they just go together! Join Julie Zetina for this timely Festive Fall Ceramic Pumpkin Workshop! In this fun clay workshop, participants will design & sculpt their own ceramic pumpkin over the course of two Saturday afternoon classes.
  • Fall Harvest Sign Making Workshop with Karissa Etheridge
    Fall Harvest Sign Making Workshop with Karissa Etheridge
    Fri, Oct 09
    SMAC Art Center
    Oct 09, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    SMAC Art Center, 7 Downing St, Hollister, MO 65672, USA
    Join artist Karissa Etheridge for a fun workshop to create festive fall decor! Participants will design and paint their own 16” sign featuring harvest themes, perfectly suited to welcome the season.
  • Artist Workshop & Open Studio with Finn Erickson
    Artist Workshop & Open Studio with Finn Erickson
    Fri, Oct 16
    SMAC Art Center
    Oct 16, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    SMAC Art Center, 7 Downing St, Hollister, MO 65672, USA
    Artist Workshop & Open Studio is a free opportunity for anyone who would like a safe space to receive feedback on their work and/or create art in a laid-back environment.
  • Figure Drawing (18+)
    Figure Drawing (18+)
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Oct 16
    7 Downing Street Hollister, MO 65672
    Oct 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    7 Downing Street Hollister, MO 65672
    Join us every third Friday evening for Life Drawing from 7-9PM.
  • ACEO Card Making Workshop with Shane Vozar
    ACEO Card Making Workshop with Shane Vozar
    Sun, Oct 18
    SMAC Art Center
    Oct 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    SMAC Art Center, 7 Downing St, Hollister, MO 65672, USA
    Join the fun of making ACEO cards to keep or trade! Art Cards, Editions, and Originals (ACEOs) are highly collectible works of art measuring 2.5”x3.5” and are a blast to make!
  • Great Blue Heron Watercolor Workshop with Mary Evelyn Tucker
    Great Blue Heron Watercolor Workshop with Mary Evelyn Tucker
    Fri, Oct 23
    SMAC Art Center
    Oct 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
    SMAC Art Center, 7 Downing St, Hollister, MO 65672, USA
    Join artist Mary Evelyn Tucker to create a beautiful 8” x 10” watercolor painting inspired by the graceful elegance of the Great Blue Heron.
  • Great Blue Heron Watercolor Workshop - Second Chance with Mary Evelyn Tucker
    Great Blue Heron Watercolor Workshop - Second Chance with Mary Evelyn Tucker
    Sat, Oct 24
    SMAC Art Center
    Oct 24, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
    SMAC Art Center, 7 Downing St, Hollister, MO 65672, USA
    Join artist Mary Evelyn Tucker to create a beautiful 8” x 10” watercolor painting inspired by the graceful elegance of the Great Blue Heron.
  • Oak Leaf & Acorns Kinusaiga Japanese Style Patchwork with Janette Johnson
    Oak Leaf & Acorns Kinusaiga Japanese Style Patchwork with Janette Johnson
    Sun, Oct 25
    SMAC Art Center
    Oct 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    SMAC Art Center, 7 Downing St, Hollister, MO 65672, USA
    Join artist/instructor Janette Johnson to learn Kinusaiga Japanese style patchwork! This unique contemporary art form uses fabric pieces to create intricate collages without sewing. Janette will guide participants step-by-step to create a colorful oak leaf & acorns artwork.
  • Cosplay Figure Drawing
    Cosplay Figure Drawing
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Oct 27
    SMAC Art Center
    Oct 27, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    SMAC Art Center, 7 Downing St, Hollister, MO 65672, USA
    Cosplay Figure Drawing is always the fourth Tuesday of the month. If improving your drawing skills is on your to-do list, this event is for you. For each session, a model comes dressed in a different cosplay costume.

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