Author Archives: Jo Myers-Walker

Getting ready for the Fair

Posted on August 6, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

I’m still making artwork to get ready for the Fair! The Iowa State Fair starts on Thursday (August 8, 2013), and I’ll have a booth in the Cultural Center with some friends. Stop by and see us! We’ll have new artwork … Continue reading →

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Reattachment

Posted on July 18, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

I was at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Ames recently to repair one of the Story Wall‘s terra cotta figures (pictured), whose finger had broken off. If you’re at St. Thomas Aquinas, go try to find it! I’ll come back … Continue reading →

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Inside, outside

Posted on June 25, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

At right: Empty now, but soon to be a studio. My granddaughter Emma is building a loft for her room – maybe I can do that, too, and fill it with watercolors! Below: I’m looking after my health and getting … Continue reading →

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Iowa Arts Festival and Carnaval

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

This year’s Iowa Arts Festival was a spontaneous and unique event. I saw lots of things I had not seen before! My booth was next to the concert area, and I got to hear some wonderful music. On Saturday the … Continue reading →

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Place of prayer

Posted on June 11, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

Recently I led a workshop on “Painting the Inward Journey” at Emmaus House in Des Moines, “an oasis of prayer and quiet in the midst of the busyness of modern life.” I went early and stayed at the Victorian-style house … Continue reading →

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Farewell, and greetings

Posted on June 3, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

A walk through the “bank,” from front to back, before greeting the next adventure:

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On the air

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

Recently I had the honor to be interviewed for the Local Talk program on KHOI Community Radio. The episode is about “Independent Artists” and also includes interviews with artists Gwen Foster and Valerie Williams. Update:  This program is no longer … Continue reading →

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Little flowers

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

One treasure going with me to my new location is this Little Flower Award I received from St. Theresa Catholic School after participating in their Social Justice Week earlier this year. It was such an honor it brought tears to … Continue reading →

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Clearing the way

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

Look, you can see the walls! We cleared the way not only for Tina’s new shop, but also my new life of art, travel, and teaching. My move was made possible through the combined efforts of family and friends, just … Continue reading →

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A new owner for the old bank

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Jo Myers-Walker

Update 2017: The little bank building has once again transformed, this time becoming “a casual coffee stop and eatery,” The Vault! (Link is to their Facebook page.) (Original post:) The “bank” building has changed hands, and I’m thrilled to be … Continue reading →

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