Joan Parker Fine Art


	American Art Collector Apr. 2009. Article: Striking Gold (Write-up on pg. 87). Click here to view more

	Ranken Jordan Aqua-Explo! Ranken Jordan Pediatric Hospital 11365 Dorsett Rd. Maryland Heights, Mo. 63043 Dedication April 20th- 8 am at Hospital Reception- 5-8 pm at Kodner Gallery Read article My gallery in St. Louis, the Kodner, sponsors an art therapy room at Ranken Jordan Pediatric Hospital in St, Louis. The hospital’s architecture has a contemporary feel and does an excellent job of bringing outdoor elements inside. I was invited to provide a mural for the intake room where children are poked and prodded there. The idea for the mural being that it would distract the children from their discomfort. The room was proportioned similar to an aquarium, so, an undersea theme fit perfectly. I enlisted some of my Hallmark friends for character concepts, especially Rob Hatem and his “bad neck tie fish!” The mural took two weeks to complete altogether with numerous visits from staff and patients along the way. Three children assisted, each painting a fish. Below are a few quotes from the hospital staff: “We had our first patient intake there this morning and her response (an 11 year old girl) was great! Lot's of questions like how many fish and how long did it take. My personal impression is "fantastic!" Dr. Holekamp “I think it is absolutely GREAT!!! It’s great for the kids with touches of "whimsy" …delightful for the children and their parents. it is just a wonderful way to greet new patients to our building!” Sue Eager R.D., “The kids’ love taking me in there when we walk by, they always grab my hand & pull me that way.” Sarah Wilson, Patient Care Tech. Sponsored by the Kodner Gallery Mural donated, designed and completed by Joan Parker "Bad Necktie Fish" prototypes by Rob Hatem Miscellaneous Characters by: Janie Miles-Smith, Ron Symes, Lawrence Gusman and Jim Bourgeois Special Assistance: Joshua Bucks, Marty Davis, Melanie Goad, Paula Johnson Big Thank You: Rebekah Manwarring

	Community School 900 Lay Road St. Louis, Mo 63124 The painting is based on a smaller outdoor Oil study from the Kansas Flint Hills. For the larger canvas, I laid in a rough of the composition and basic color for the students. The second grade classes from the Community School worked with me in groups, section by section, with the last group smoothing and unifying the painting. I touched it up a bit, but it is very much collaboration between the students and me. The painting was auctioned at the Contemporary Art Museum in St. Louis on March 4, 2006 and raised $1,600.00. I enjoyed painting with the students and they were able to provide funding for their school.

	Augusta Winter Ale/Retreat Refresh Augusta Brewing Company dedicates the fifth annual artist series label to Joan Parker, the artist. The beautiful post-Impressionist Plein Air (outdoors) genre celebrates all aspects of nature for us to enjoy. Augusta Brewing Company Labadie, MO augustabrewing.com To Order Augusta Brewing Company's fine ales call 636-482-BEER

	Homage to the Flint Hills A Gathering of Art Inspired by the Tallgrass Prairie of Kansas, 2004-2006 A Touring Exhibit Book. “The Flint Hills are a natural monument to the beauty of Kansas and an inspiration to Kansas and regional artists…. I am pleased that thousands of Kansans and visitors to our state will now have an opportunity to view these incredible works of art through this touring exhibit and this book, Homage to the Flint Hills.” - Kathleen Sebelius/Governor of the State of Kansas Updated Tour Schedule • Chanute Art Gallery, Chanute, January 1 – February 28, 2005 • Junction City Arts Council, sponsored by the Junction City Arts Council and the Geary County Convention and Visitors Bureau, March 2 –April 2, 2005 • Manhattan Arts Center, in conjunction with the Manhattan Convention and Visitors Bureau, Manhattan, April 16 – May 28, 2005 • Lawrence Arts Center, Lawrence, June 1 – July 15, 2005 • Emporia Arts Council in conjunction with the Center for Great Plains Studies, Emporia, August 16 – September 30, 2005 • Shafer Gallery, Barton County Community College, Great Bent, October 16 – December 11, 2005 • City Arts, Wichita, January 1 – January 30, 2006 • Erman B. White Gallery, Butler County Community College, El Dorado, February 3 – March 4, 2006 • Kauffman Museum, Bethel College, North Newton, March 14 – May 31, 2006 To Order this book contact Joan Parker

	How did you paint that? Tips, inspiration and instruction in all mediums 100 Ways to paint SEASCAPES, RIVERS & LAKES VOLUME 1, Artists 100 Paintings International Artist Publishing, Inc Verdi, Nevada Joan Parker, Artist 13 Sun Bounces Off Them, Oil, 12” x 9” To Order this book contact Joan Parker

	American Art Collector Juried Competition of Mew Work Volume 1, Book 2 – Central States ALCOVE BOOKS Berkeley, California Part one: 2 – D Page65 Joan Parker FRESHWATER, Oil on panel, 11” x 14” To Order this book contact Joan Parker