Now Accepting Artist Applications for 2011

Please print and fill out the following application (both pages).

Art on the Bluffs Receives Award

Art on the Bluffs is proud to be one of the recipients of the prestigious Governor's Cup Award. After a long application process and several trips to Springfield in order to make a presentation to the award committee, Art on the Bluffs was honored to receive the Governor's Hometown Award. A highway sign will be displayed at each end of Columbia in recognition of all the volunteers that dedicate their time and talent to make the art walk an annual event.

Art Walk Success

2nd Annual Art on the Bluffs Art Walk a Success!

Despite cooler weather and windy gusts, shoppers came out in droves to experience the walk up and down Main Street. A wide variety of art works and activities was sure to please any shopper! Thanks for being a part of the experience!

Pre-Walk Reception Held at Bully's Restaurant

The Art on the Bluffs Committee held a cake and champagne reception at Bully's restaurant Friday evening. The event was well attended by artists, sponsors, committee members, volunteers and city council members. A video showcasing last years event was presented at the reception as well. Committee Board Members Carol Fetcho welcomed the guests and thanked everyone for their support of the art walk. Lauren Nobbe prepares to speak about a video created when applying for an award this past fall. The Art on the Bluffs Art Walk is competing with other similar events throughout the state of Illinois for an award highlighting organizations that are very involved with their community. The announcement of the award will be made October 12th in Springfield.

Art on the Bluffs Announces Winners!

Thank you to all of our participants on a job well done!

Over 300 votes were cast in this years People's Choice contest. Each recipient received a 25.00 gift certificate from Michael's art supply store. The winners are:

High School - Eddie Schorn, Gibault

Middle School - Ashley Myers, Columbia

Elementary - Madison Schoellhorn, ICS

Adult - Blanche Jessen, Columbia Convalescent Center

Scarecrow winners were:

1st place (75.00) - Dorothy & Dennis Vasquez for Headless Horseman

2nd place (50.00) - Hannah Gibson & Mary Boser for Fortune Teller

3rd place (25.00) - Courtney Steibel/Sam Smith/Allie Terveer for Cookie Monster

Honorable Mention (10.00 Gift certificate to art store) - Liam McGonigle for Scream

Art on the Bluffs Committee Working Hard!

We are working hard in preparation of our big day! Flags and banners have been hand-sewn and hand-painted by some of our talented committee members. These flags and banners will line Main Street along our walk and we think they will be a colorful and artistic addition to our event. Scarecrows are in the process of being designed and constructed by our local students. Paint palette’s are being numbered and put together. Signs have been placed at either end of town announcing the day of our walk. Hay bales, fall flowers, pumpkins and gourds are all being designed to create a pleasant stroll through downtown Columbia. Artists and musicians and performers are all putting the finishing touches on their craft. Food vendors are ordering food and drink for the event. The Kid's Activity Area is coming together and will delight children of all ages! It should prove to be a very festive and fun-filled day! Please join us!

Cardinal Ticket Raffle Drawing held September 13th!

The Art on the Bluffs Committee would like to announce the winner of our Cardinal Ticket giveaway. The lucky winner, Mary Thoelke of Columbia, won a total of 8 All-Inclusive Green Seats (6 rows back from the field and valued at $2,000.00) at Busch Stadium to watch the Cardinals face the Pirates. In addition, Mary Thoelke of Columbia received a $200.00 gift certificate to Bailey’s Chocolate Bar in Lafayette Square. Congratulations Mary!

The Art on the Bluffs Committee would like to thank all those that purchased raffle tickets because by doing so you helped raise funds our upcoming Art Walk. The committee would not be able to achieve this goal without the generosity of our local citizens. Thank you once again and we hope to see you October 2^nd along Main Street in Columbia!