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Hey St. Louis artists 🎨

We’d love to have you in a future Studio Showdown.

You’ll get 30 minutes, a surprise prompt, and a room full of people cheering you on while you create.

The crowd votes for the winner, the champion takes home $200 cash, and artists can sell their work in the silent auction too.

We’ve already sold artwork for 26 out of the 29 artists we’ve worked with, and we’re always looking for more local artists to feature.

Want to be part of one?

DM us “ARTIST” and we’ll send you more info.

What a night. 🎨🔥

Studio Showdown was packed with energy, creativity, and some seriously talented St. Louis artists bringing their best to every round.

Huge congratulations to for taking home the win!! We’ll see her in the finals! 🏆

Shoutout to every artist who competed, everyone who came out, voted, bought artwork, and made the night what it was. This is exactly why we love doing Studio Showdown!

More soon. 👀

See you tonight!!

St. Louis, y’all better pop out Friday 😭😭 Tickets in Bio!!

Meet 🎨

Daisy has been creating art in different mediums for most of her life.

These days, art looks a little different as a mom to two young boys, but as she puts it, once an artist, always an artist. No matter how much time passes between pieces, the creativity is still there.

Her work explores abstract expression through color, texture, and emotion, creating pieces that feel personal, layered, and full of life.

We’re excited to have Daisy bringing that perspective to Studio Showdown on Friday, May 29th from 7–10 PM at Trust’s 3rd Floor Ballroom.

Tickets are in the link in bio.

Meet 🎨

Ayanna “Miiyaya Adero” Washington is a St. Louis-based multidisciplinary artist whose work spans murals, canvas art, and wearable art through her brand, Invision Your Empire.

Her work blends culture, storytelling, and community empowerment, creating pieces that feel personal, expressive, and connected to something bigger.

Whether she’s painting on a wall, a canvas, or something you can wear, Ayanna’s art is about inspiring people to see themselves, express themselves, and move with purpose.

We’re excited to have her bringing that energy to Studio Showdown on Friday, May 29th from 7–10 PM at Trust’s 3rd Floor Ballroom.

Tickets are in the link in bio.

Meet .thecreative 🎨

Arik Sexton is a St. Louis multimedia artist whose work moves across acrylic painting, brand design, hip hop dance, and choreography.

After earning his degree in graphic design from Mizzou, Arik returned to St. Louis and began freelancing with local brands while continuing to grow as a dancer, teacher, and choreographer. He has trained with Kode Redd Dance Company, taught at studios across the city, and choreographed for local artists’ live performances and music videos.

In 2025, he began developing Certified Flower Breathers Club, a brand created in honor of his late grandmother.

Arik’s work is rooted in creativity, movement, and connection, and we’re excited to have him bringing that full artistic range to Studio Showdown.

Come see Arik and the rest of the lineup live on Friday, May 29th from 7–10 PM at Trust’s 3rd Floor Ballroom.

Tickets are in the link in bio.

Meet 🎨

Born and raised in New York, JOSIESBOY is a visual artist and designer known for bold line work, vivid color, and a style that stands out immediately.

His work has appeared on murals and creative projects across New York and beyond, and he’s collaborated with brands like Red Bull, Urban Outfitters, and Kidrobot.

Now, he continues to expand his artistry through , his creative house specializing in leather goods.

We’re excited to have JOSIESBOY bringing that energy to Studio Showdown on Friday, May 29th from 7–10 PM at Trust’s 3rd Floor Ballroom.

Tickets are in the link in bio.

Meet .mushio 🎨

Lou is the kind of artist who does not stay in one lane. From graffiti-inspired work to acrylics and custom pieces, her art is all about expression, movement, and making something that feels personal.

She brings a mix of style, creativity, and raw energy into everything she makes, and we’re excited to have her stepping into the next Studio Showdown.

Come watch Lou and 7 other local artists battle it out live on Friday, May 29th from 7–10 PM at Trust’s 3rd Floor Ballroom.

Tickets are in the link in bio.

Last Friday was something special.

Studio Showdown brought out so much energy, creativity, and community in one room. Huge thank you to Opaque for hosting us and helping bring the night to life, and an even bigger shoutout to all of the artists who showed up, threw down, and made the event what it was.

Shoutout to .de.miranda for capturing the night and getting all of these amazing videos and photos for us.

Videos + photos by: .de.miranda
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Artists:
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More Studio Showdown nights coming soon. If you missed this one, you’re going to want to be at the next one.