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We believe the visual arts enrich everyone’s life.
We are a gathering place for anyone who believes in the creative process, whether you gain inspiration by enjoying the creative expression of artists we represent . . . or exploring your own creative path through art classes we offer.
We are a Studio . . . offering you the opportunity to Plan Your Own Art Class or Art Party for children, families and adults that fits your schedule and interest. In addition we also have regularly scheduled Thursday Night Art Classes and Saturday Afternoon Children’s Art Classes. Our goal is for everyone to have a positive experience and Find Joy in the Journey!
We are a Gallery . . . featuring original artwork for sale by David Smith, owner/resident artist, and represent over 20 extraordinary 2-D and 3-D regional gallery artists located throughout Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin. We continually are on the lookout for current, innovative artists, who may not normally show in the area, to invite into our gallery for two month solo exhibition in our upper gallery.
Checkout Smith Studio and Gallery Featured Artist,
Rev. Pat Halverson, as she tries to express her love for God’s creation through her Oil Painting and Watercolors. On Display and for Sale February 1 thru March 30, 2019
Plan Your Own Private Art Class
You Only Need 2 People to Schedule a Private Art Class or Art Party
You pick the art activity and the day and time that are convenient for your group for a 2 hour Art Class or Birthday Party
All art supplied are included in the cost.
Have Fun Creating a Memory with Friends and Family.
Children’s Birthday Party
Family or Grandchildren Visiting
Friends Getting Together
Office or Team Building Party
2019 Children’s Art Classes • Grades 1-6
Saturday Afternoon
Children’s Art Classes
1:00 – 3:00 • Grades 1st thru 6th
Usually 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month
Smith Studio and Gallery partners with the Geneseo Park District to bring you quality art classes for children.
$15 / child
All art supplied are included in the cost.
In March we offer Spring Break Art Camp.
MORE INFORMATION2019 Thurdsay Night Cork and Canvass
Thursday Night
Cork & Canvas Art Class
You must be over 21 to attend.
From 7:00 – 9:00
Usually 1st and 3rd Thur. of the month.
Have fun being creative, while socially interacting with others around you. We supply snacks to make the evening more enjoyable.
$15 / person
All art supplied and refreshments are included in the cost.
Please checkout the art medium we will be featuring.
MORE INFORMATION2019 Thursday Night Open Studio
OPEN STUDIO ART CLASS
Art Class for Teens & Adults
From 7:00 – 9:00
Usually 2nd and 4th Thur. of the month
Choose the art medium and venue you wish to explore. Expand your knowledge and skill level in a wide variety of art mediums.
$10/person
All art supplied are included in the cost.
Please check our OPEN STUDIO schedule for specific dates.
Welcome To Smith Studio And Gallery
Have fun exploring your own creative side . . . while being surrounded by original artwork by David Smith and the artist we represent.
When you are downtown bring your children in for a short impromptu art outing. We always have drawing paper, marker and crayons out for anyone who wants to have fun drawing, or you can relax in our upper gallery . . . enjoy the artwork on the walls, peruse through our books or play a game. During business hours Smith Studio and Gallery invites non-profit organizations to use our upper gallery area for meetings at no charge.
David Smith, owner and Illinois licensed art teacher, teaches all the scheduled and private art class at Smith Studio and Gallery. For over 40 years David has taught at all levels, elementary though college. He has held workshops in India, Singapore and Australia for Very Special Arts an organization to help people with disabilities. David was recognized by the National Art Education Association as the 1994 “Illinois Art Educator of the Year”, the Illinois Art Education Association as the 2011 “Elementary Art Educator” and also in 2014 he was recognized as an IAEA Distinguished Member
Why do people choose to acquire original artwork and items created by an artist or craftsmen . . . or learn to create their own artwork? Because it Brings Them Joy!