David Poe

Biography

I am a landscape artist who lives in Union, Missouri. I am also an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ and have served congregations in Indiana, Illinois, and Missouri. I currently serve as the Senior Pastor of St. Martin UCC, High Ridge, Missouri. I consider myself a lifelong learner and love the challenge of creating expressive landscape paintings that are full of energy and passion.

I was raised in Bellevue, Kentucky and attended Eureka College in Eureka, Illinois where I earned a B.A. in English, Religion & Philosophy. I also hold a Masters of Divinity from Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, Indiana. 

I enjoy painting in Plein Air (outdoors) as well as in my home studio. I work in traditional oils using a limited palette of colors and enjoy using palette knives as well as brushes.

Artist Statement

My inspiration for painting comes primarily from my local surroundings in Mid-Missouri along with the places where I have traveled. I use expressive mark making to convey the excitement and beauty I see in nature. 

What Others are Saying

“Brilliant and detailed pallet knife technique brings texture, depth and light nuance to David’s work. He is a Plein Air artist as well, often working in live environments.” –ArtWorks on Main Gallery, Owensville

Awards and Honors

2026    The Gallery at the Library, Hermann, Missouri, “Rocks, Roots and Water: Natural World Reimagined”

2025    Mid-Missouri Fine Arts Society, East Central Show, Third Place, 2D Art

2025    The Gallery at the Library, Hermann, Missouri, “Landscapes: Views from the Easel” 

2024    Augusta Plein Air Festival, Theme Paint Honorable Mention, Hidden Waterways

2023    Augusta Plein Air Festival, Theme Paint Judge’s Choice, Birds of Augusta