The Arts

by Charis Patires, cpatires@gmail.com

Keeping the arts in the forefront at Lake of the Ozarks has been the goal for a few key people within the community. One of those is Dr. Paula Brown with the Lake Fine Art Academy & Galleria. Brown had a career in education as an administrator, counselor, HS Art and college art instructor, but upon retirement wanted to open a studio to showcase visual arts.

In its fourth year, the studio located in Osage Beach features more than 60 artists and offers personalized instruction to train students the fine skills to draw and paint in different mediums. Students range from the age of 4-86.

The gallery is full of one-of-a-kind pieces from local, Missouri and nationally-known artists. Original artwork ranges from charcoal drawings, paintings, woodwork, metal art and pottery. Anyone is welcome to stop by the gallery to see the collection.

Brown collaborates with other art galleries in the area to promote the arts, the artists and their artwork. In doing so, she’s helping spearhead a number of upcoming events that will draw artists and spectators to the area.

Showcasing art at its finest

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March 27: Children’s Art Show, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Lake Fine Art Academy & Galleria

April 24: Craft Fair & Art Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Stark Caverns. Local artists will be featuring their work, there will be food, half-priced cave tours, shipping and more entertainment. Free admission.

June 27: Art Festival, Lake Fine Art Academy & Galleria

August 9-13: En Plein Air Art Show & Competition: Artists will be painting in the outdoors at several locations around the Lake area. All paintings will be displayed at a show later in the week.

Nov 11: Veterans Art Show

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Where: 5513 Osage Beach Parkway Osage Beach Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-3 p.m., and closed Sunday and Monday. Online: lakefineart.net, Lake Fine Art Academy & Galleria on Facebook

Aquapalooza on the move

Aquapalooza has been moved once again. According to a Benne Media release, after discussions concluded with the Water Patrol, a permit to hold the event at the 7-mile marker near Shady Gators has been denied. Via the release, Denny Benne of Benne Media said, “we’ve been producing the event since 2012 without incident at other locations and felt like this site made sense as we could draw on the manpower of both Shady Gators and Camden on the Lake. It takes everyone to ensure safety and make a great event including Water Patrol, fire departments, police and ambulances and we appreciate their efforts.”

The patrol cited the issue that the location is one of the busiest on the lake, bringing to light safety concerns.

However, a new location has already been announced. Aquapalooza will now be held at Captain Ron’s at the 34.5 mile marker on July 17th, 2021. The release stated that Captain Ron’s is the home for the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout and is well versed in handling the types of crowds that are typical with this event. 92.7 host Mike Clayton, who helps organize the event, says plans for audio equipment and bands

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are now in flux, but they are confident that they will be able to find local acts to headline and support the ticket. However, because of the company’s work with the Shootout, they are familiar with Captain Ron’s venue and feel strongly about making the most out of this popular location.

“We have a lot to consider, but we felt like we just had to have it. We don’t want to let anyone down,” Clayton said.

Clayton says the Water Patrol has already given their acceptance for this location and permits will not be an issue. Now, the only hurdle is getting everything planned and organized in time.

During the original move to the 7-mile marker, a plan was in place to host the concert on two stages. Clayton confirmed that they would be returning to the original design of a single-stage and plan to setup the Captain Ron’s water access to allow for boat viewing.

Clayton says they were disappointed in the permit denial and felt they had a great response to the plan from Camden on the Lake and Shady Gators. However, he says the group is equally excited to host Aquapalooza at Captain Ron’s and is looking forward to bring the lake-favorite event back to life in 2021.