Thank You for Supporting TAP
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for the opening of the Amster International Art Collection and to those who have already purchased artwork.
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Your support means so much—every piece collected not only carries the legacy of Susan and Stephanie Amster into the world but also directly fuels Tandem Arts Partnership’s mission: making the arts accessible through financial aid, classes, and creative programs that keep our community thriving.
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The exhibit is still available for viewing at Inspired Minds.
Over 100 remarkable works from around the globe are on view and available for acquisition, with proceeds directly supporting TAP initiatives.
On view throughout the art center during regular hours.
Inspired Minds Art Center | Buda, TX​
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We are so grateful for your role in ensuring that art continues to inspire, educate, and connect us all.
Tandem Arts Partnership Presents:
The Amster International Art Collection
Tandem Arts Partnership is honored to offer a rare opportunity for collectors and art enthusiasts. Renowned artist, teacher, and collector Susan Amster has generously opened her International Art Collection to the public—inviting collectors to acquire remarkable works from around the globe.
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Location: Inspired Minds Art Center, Buda, TX​
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Support the Arts
All proceeds from the exhibition directly benefit TAP’s creative initiatives, amplifying arts education, outreach programs, and community engagement.
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Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to acquire internationally curated artworks by the Amster sisters—while supporting art’s transformational impact.
About the Amster Sisters
Susan Amster BFA ‘62; MFA ‘68 (E Texas) & PhD ‘72 is a lifelong advocate for the integration of art into everyday life. She began her formal training as a child and went on to earn a BS and MS in Painting & Drawing, followed by a Doctorate in Curriculum & Instruction. Her career includes serving as Chair of the Art Department at Illinois State University, participating in the NEH Humanities Institute, and contributing to arts education nationally. Her work reflects a passion for using art to promote critical thinking, creativity, and global understanding.
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Stephanie Amster, BFA ‘62 & MFA ‘68 was equally accomplished, with a celebrated career in both studio art and arts education. She developed innovative computer graphics programs at institutions such as the University of Texas and Illinois State University. She exhibited in major venues including the Lee Nordness Gallery in New York, founded a study-abroad program in Florence, Italy, and directed the Renaissance Art Festival in Illinois for nearly two decades. Her contributions were recognized with numerous awards and a scholarship in her name at Illinois State University.
Amster Gallery Dedication
We are honored to announce the dedication of the Amster Gallery at Inspired Minds Art Center in honor of Susan Frederica Amster, PhD & Stephanie Hermina Amster, MFA
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In 2022, Susan’s first donation of artwork from the sisters’ home collection became the seed that grew into Tandem Arts Partnership. Her extraordinary gift of more than 100 additional works ensures TAP’s mission will continue—bringing creativity, connection, and opportunity to our community.
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The newly dedicated Amster Gallery at Inspired Minds Art Center is both a tribute and a promise: a lasting reminder of Susan and Stephanie’s belief that “our hope and our future rests in the creative spirit.”
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We are honored to celebrate their legacy, their vision, and the countless lives touched by their dedication to the arts.
A few photos from the dedication...
