Sunshine Ridinger, ‘The Pieces and Parts’ exhibit, open at SMAC

The Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) will host a solo exhibit of the work of Sunshine Ridinger, called “The Pieces and Parts.” Ridinger is the Branson School District art teacher and owner of the 408 Extension. The show will run at the SMAC Art Center on historic Downing Street through March 1. 

“My work is a collection of moments—a reflection of the little parts that make up the whole,” she explains. “Each piece I create is a thread woven from my experiences, thoughts, dreams and reality.” During the opening reception on February 7, Ridinger gave a short talk, as well as answered questions about her art and techniques.

Each month during their exhibits, SMAC highlights one of the many local nonprofit organizations that serve the area. This month SMAC is drawing attention to House of Hope, which offers services to the homeless in the

Branson area, including a warming center for freezing nights. They connect their clients to resources so they can make positive changes that will move their lives forward.