Studio Showdown is a live art competition and celebration of St. Louis creativity, bringing together eight local artists for a night of fast-paced painting, surprise prompts, and audience participation. Featuring a mix of established and up-and-coming artists from across St. Louis, the event is designed to spotlight the incredible talent shaping the city’s creative community while giving guests a chance to experience the artistic process unfold in real time.

Across three rounds, artists will create live in front of the audience, responding on the spot to prompts they have not seen in advance and transforming whatever comes to mind onto the canvas. Guests will help decide who advances and ultimately who takes home the title of Studio Showdown Champion and the $200 cash prize. All artwork created during the event will also be available in a silent auction, giving attendees the opportunity to support local artists and take home an original piece from the night.

Join us Friday, May 1st, from 7–10 PM at Opaque Collective for an evening centered on art, community, and supporting the grassroots creative energy that makes St. Louis special.

Tickets are $15.