SHIFRA STEIN
Writer, author, artist, and workshop presenter, Shifra Stein has written more than 30 books and hundreds of articles for magazines and newspapers, many of which focus on arts-related topics. As an artist, Ms. Stein's unusual watercolor and mixed media techniques have been featured in publications such as North Light Magazine, The Crafts Report, Arts Magazine, Star Magazine, The Kansas City Star and other publications. Her artwork has been featured in solo exhibitions and group shows and her paintings hang in corporate and private collections. In addition, Ms. Stein offers workshops in the visual arts as well as expressive writing. She has presented artist seminars through the Kansas City Art Institute, Eastern Shore Arts Center in Fairhope Alabama, and other venues. In addition, her unusual creativity training seminars have been presented through The American Business Women's Association and the NCAA, as well as hospitals, wellness centers, and professional organizations. A member of the Missouri Watercolor Society, Greater Kansas City Art Association, and Kansas City Artists Coalition and juror for the renowned Kansas City Plaza Art Fair, Ms. Stein is available for workshops, speaking engagements and artist representation. For more information see her websites at www.shifrastein.com or email her at shifra@shifrastein.com

BOB BARRETT

Bob Barrett is a nationally known photographer who has helped many artists gain a competitive edge in the art world by providing them with quality images suitable for marketing to galleries, juried competitions, and for use in brochures, media kits, and publications. In addition his photography has appeared in art and architectural books such as American Art Deco (Abrams), and Time-Life Books, as well as magazines such as Historic Preservation, North Light Magazine, Star Magazine, Arts Magazine, The Crafts Report, Town & Country, Travel & Leisure, National Geographic, Chevron-Odyssey, and many major newspapers. For more about his work, and some samples of his photography see his website at www.artkc.com/barrett.htm. Bob is available to offer photography workshops for artists and writers through arts organizations, and educational venues. To contact Bob directly email him at bobbarrett@kc.rr.com or phone (816)753-3208.