Art Communtiy in Iowa Discovered

Heather: This week we've been getting the house in order, unpacking boxes and exploring the community. Yesterday we went to Des Moines for a day trip. They have a farmer's market downtown on Saturday mornings. We're planning to go next week. Also this week, I went to a studio cooperative and met some of the artists working there, and spoke to them about renting a space. They like my work a lot. When one of the artists in residence who has to help review my submission gets back from her vacation they will interview me, see if i'm a good fit and if they are a good fit for me, and voila! I'll be a member. The organization's website is www.creativeartists.org. I'm excited about getting to know the artist community here in Ames. It seems like there is a pretty vibrant one and it seems like the public here has an appreciation for local art too!