Columbia Art League

The interior of Columbia Art League, showing a recent art exhibit.

Columbia Art League: Anchoring Our Art Scene for 50 Years

A legacy is the long-lasting impact of events that occurred in the past. As Columbia’s oldest, continuous arts nonprofit, the Columbia Art League (CAL) certainly has left its legacy in our community. Formed in 1959 as a grassroots movement by amateur artists who began meeting in each other’s homes to discuss their artwork, the organization […]

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Where is your favorite piece of art in Columbia or who is your favorite COMO artist? 

The Columbia Art League and the Museum of Art and Archaeology. Favorite artist is Kate Gray.   – Jerry Price   Any of Michael Wolf’s paintings at Logboat!   – Gary Michael Lee   Martin Pope.   – Diana Ratliff   The bronze “Jamboree” sculpture of animal instrumentalists on the Boone County Courthouse Square. My all-time fave!   – Liz Burks   Shannon

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Columbia Art League Supports Local Artists

The Columbia Art League, founded in 1959, is a non-profit organization that provides support and resources to local artists. Founders Betty Robins and her team of fellow artists established CAL to promote local artists’ work, while encouraging a stronger appreciation for art within the community. Through the league, artists have access to workshops, classes, events,

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Art Uncork’d

Your inner artist is anxiously awaiting its debut. Let your creative juices flow with these tips and tricks from Columbia Art League’s Diana Moxon. Tune in: Start looking at the world with artist’s eyes, and you will find beauty in unexpected places. Take a walk around your neighborhood, and challenge yourself to find at least

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