Art House 310 First Friday – Alexandria Olthoff & Emily Ritter
2024-10-04 - 2024-10-20 | Art House 310, 310 S. Laura, Wichita, 67211, United States
Art House 310 First Friday – Alexandria Olthoff & Emily Ritter
Opening Reception | First Friday October 4th, 2024 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through October 20th, 2024. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
ALEXANDRIA OLTHOFF
My name is Alexandria or “Ali,” a local to the Wichita area but have experienced & lived in many other locations. I have been painting, drawing and creating for 16 plus years.
Animals have always held a special place in my soul, real or mythical, they fascinate & inspire me endlessly.
While animals are a central theme in my art, my creative process is also a vehicle for navigating difficult emotions & challenging times, both personal and in the world.
I work across various mediums – acrylic, oil, watercolor, pencil & colored pencil, each offering its own unique language. The journey of learning and growth in my art is extremely fulfilling when I look back at how far I’ve come.
As an artist my aspiration is two-fold: to sustain myself doing what I love and to make art that is accessible to everyone who finds joy and/or solace in it. Balancing these two things is not always easy but a challenge I choose to embrace with humility and determination.
Beyond art I find joy in time spent with my pets, kayaking, dancing, adventuring with my husband, trying not to kill my plants and savoring the art of doing nothing at all.
I invite you to check out my website where you will find my social links and a deeper glimpse into my artistic journey. Thank you for being here, for lending your eyes, for being a part of making my art visible.
-Alikat
See more of Alexandria’s work online: https://linktr.ee/alexandriaolthoff , on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alikatart7 , on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlikatArtBiz , and on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alikatart7
EMILY RITTER
Bio: Emily E. Ritter is an multidisciplinary artist currently living in Kansas. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art with an emphasis in Printmaking from Wichita State University in 2012. After graduating, Ritter was an Intern-in-Residence at Women’s Studio Workshop in Rosendale, NY in 2014. She received her Master’s of Fine Arts in Studio Art from Arizona State University in 2018. Ritter’s work explores various ecological themes, ranging from illustrations of native Kansas flora and fauna to sculptural narratives of potential ecological futures. She has exhibited her work locally, nationally, and internationally. Ritter is currently the Assistant Professor of Digital Design at Newman University in Wichita, KS.
Artist Statement: Mark-making and texture have always been central to my artistic practice, serving as both a creative expression and a meditative practice. The repetitive act of creating intricate details, often in the form of fur, became a therapeutic ritual for me during times of stress. This body of work began as an exploration of letting go—abandoning the pursuit of perfect, realistic wildlife portraits in favor of embracing the calming “doodles” that I would instinctively create. My goal was to create a surreal and abstract world of “fur creatures,” inspired by my deep connection to the natural world.
As I developed this series, a significant life event shifted its direction, leading to the most personal work I’ve ever created. I began to merge my abstract, nature-inspired illustrations with emotion drawings and emotions tracking,—a process that helped me navigate the profound and sudden changes in my life. This fusion resulted in a mythical world of “fur creatures” with greater depth and meaning.
Emotions are not exclusive to humans; they permeate the natural world in ways that are both subtle and profound. Flora and fauna each express emotions in their own unique ways, reflecting the complex emotional landscapes we often attribute solely to ourselves. Plants that have stunted growth from stress or release pheromones when damaged, insects that learn behaviors from pleasure or pain, crows remembering when you have done them wrong, frantic gosling parents trying to save their chick that was hit by a car, or your dog being excited for you to come home. All of these examples speak to a shared emotional experience of the world, and how different species use their emotions to help them navigate it. This is something I kept in mind while I surrounded myself with nature to help me navigate my new life trajectory.
For me, this process has been a form of art therapy—a way to process my emotions, understand them better, and draw joy from nature. While I do not wish the emotional turmoil I have faced upon anyone, I do hope you find a personal connection to these pieces. My hope is that you leave this exhibition feeling seen, understanding that you are not alone in your experiences. While each journey is unique, our emotions connect us all.
See more of Emily’s work online: https://www.emilyeritter.com/ and on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyeritterart
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Art House 310 First Friday – Serena Salerno & Deber
2024-11-01 - 2024-11-24
Art House 310 First Friday – Serena Salerno & Deber
Opening Reception | First Friday November 1st, 2024 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through November 24th, 2024.
Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
SERENA SALERNO
My art is all about the bright colors and energy of nature, combining vivid acrylic paints with a playful imagination. I draw endless inspiration from sea creatures and animals on land, bringing them to life in a way that feels both magical and lively. The bold colors in my work aim to capture the unique beauty of these creatures.
I also love adding cartoon characters to my art, which brings a fun touch to my paintings. This mix of real-life animals and playful, animated elements creates a unique style that invites viewers to see these creatures in a new and exciting way.
Through my paintings, I want to offer a joyful escape where colors and shapes come together to celebrate the wonder of nature. My goal is to connect with viewers and make them see the natural world in a fresh, vibrant, life.
See more of Serena’s work on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jujuoctopus/
EMMANUEL CAMPOS PEREZ (DEBER)
My artwork is abstracted personal storytelling. A mix of mediums, mainly spray paint and acrylics. Graffiti art permeates all my work, and the themes I try to communicate with it. I try to convey a feeling more than a straightforward message.
I am inspired by many friends that share a lifelong dedication to Graffiti as an art form, as well as many Old Western artists.
I have dedicated most of my life to painting Graffiti, and I will always strive to paint more and more of it. I see my Canvas paintings as another way of exercising my craft and projecting the aesthetics and skills I have learned for a broader audience.
To me Art is not means to an end, is the end itself.
I started painting graffiti and murals in Chihuahua Mexico at the age of 13, and from there on it has been a constant part of life. Now I want to share with the public a window into the ideas that keep me passionate and compromised to this craft.
See more of Emmanuel’s work on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deber614/
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Art House 310 First Friday – Dominique Joiner & Brittany Stewart
2024-12-06 - 2024-12-22
Art House 310 First Friday – Dominique Joiner & Brittany Stewart
Opening Reception | First Friday December 6th, 2024 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through December 22nd, 2024.
Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
DOMINIQUE JOINER
Dominique Joiner (b 1988 Wichita, Kansas) uses her chosen mediums of acrylic and oils to identify the experience of women in a male dominated society.
Dominique has observed the lives of many women from several walks of life and uses the influence of these women to relay her narrative. She uses the ideals of sensuality and affection to draw the viewer in and coaxes them to become more aware with riveting details and underlying messages. Dominique has a goal of pressing women to gain more ipseity, regardless of the rhetoric they are taught to the contrary.
Ipseity starts with awareness, the doorway to change. Many of the artist’s paintings directly depict the chosen problem, with no offer of a solution, forcing the viewer to digest and relate. The use of golden accents is meant to show a sense of majesty and divinity that women carry, regardless of the situation, be it vulnerable or powerful. As the gateway to life, women deserve to be viewed as such.
Dominique’s art will encourage individuals to search inwardly and come to peace with their feelings.
See more of Dominique’s work on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/domiijo/ on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DomiiiJo/ and on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@domiijo
BRITTANY STEWART
A Wichita local and self taught, contemporary visual artist.
Overtime art became a gateway for self expression. My purpose as an artist is to explore around the human conditions, how we fit into the rest of the world. Quite frankly what makes us different and unique. We may never have it all figured out, but I’ll continue to stay reflective because I experience uncertainty and certainty within the same energy.
Withing my work I share my love for color, texture and shapes. My pieces are almost always Abstract and figure based. Understanding that our true portraits are much more than what we see with our own eyes. It’s a much deeper dive into who we are.
Throughout this series I focused on the various stages we may face as we go through life changes.
See more of Brittany’s work on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belove_/ and on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011454252295
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Art House 310 First Friday – Bryce McCoy & Josh Bethel & Kevin Hansen
2025-02-07 - 2025-02-23
Art House 310 First Friday – Bryce McCoy & Josh Bethel & Kevin Hansen
Opening Reception | First Friday February 7th, 2025 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through February 23rd, 2025.
Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
BRYCE MCCOY
Bryce McCoy Landscapes. To find photos of places I would like to go to and painting them the way I see them so others will want to go there too is very important to me.
I was born in Kansas City in 1961 but have lived in Wichita Kansas since 1965. I have worked in production graphics for others since college and decided I wanted to do my own art. I have always loved landscape paintings, my father did wonderful landscapes in college. So in 2014 I took my sister’s advice to take acrylic classes at City Arts and have been painting ever since.
Learning to paint with watercolor has been a challenge and a friend gave me some watercolor gouache; now it is my favorite medium. I have shown my art at City Arts, Gallery VII, Vertigo and Carriage Factory Gallery as well as many craft fairs and art festivals. I donated two paintings to PBS for a fundraiser. I joined Wichita Plein Aire Enthusiasts on Facebook and have received many awards for my paintings.
From the heat of the direct sunshine to the coolness of the shade there is a distinct line of separation of color. Even in the dead of night there is light with varied levels of shadow, but the colors are still there, they are just much more subtle. Art helps to capture the beauty of nature and show it in a personal way, sharing a mood or a moment in time and space. I’ve been told that my art is very calming with a sense of nostalgia. Thank You, I hope you enjoy my art.
See more of Bryce’s work on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/brycegmccoy/
JOSH BETHEL
Joshua R. Bethel (JRB5): Artist & Podcast Host
Room Green Productions is like my lint trap and the dryer is my art. It is a place where I showcase my digital art/designs, my traditional or nontraditional art and two podcast that I host. Art Assault is the podcast that Kevin Hansen and I host where we created paintings and interview artist, musicians, entrepreneurs and more from across the country and locally. We help promote our guests and all the cool stuff they have going. The second podcast is ForMusicLoversOnly!. Coach Casey, Sontia Soul and myself come up this music topics each week and then create our own Top 5 songs that fall into that topic. After the podcast airs, a playlist is made so viewer can easily hear the songs that were discussed. Find Room Green Productions on Facebook, YouTube or RoomGreenProductions.com
See more of Josh’s work online at https://www.roomgreenproductions.com, YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@roomgreenproductions, and on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RoomGreenProductions
KEVIN HANSEN
My studio of work can be created almost anywhere. Not just in my home studio, but live in a podcast studio, in a bar, a corner on the sidewalk or even a parking lot where I just pull up. I do my best work with an audience. Where I feed off the energy from an audience to create the images to be presented. I rarely plan what is going to be created. I add layers of colors and shapes till an image becomes alive from the process.
I like to say my images “Begin as Dr Seuss and I drag them over to Reverend Roth (Rat Fink).” As I am observed laying on layers, images appear and disappear till one grabs hold and comes to life. With the images that come appear and get covered up are still a part of the piece. It’s a raw process of creativity that compelled me to continue to explore the depth of the energy and imagery around you. I want my viewers to realize anyone can create. Just find the tools you want to create with. I have utilized my live art presentation to help raise tens of thousands of dollars over the years and I will continue to do so. I can be found on Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok as Kevin Gary Hansen. You can message me on Facebook or kevingaryhansen@gmail.com if you want my services. Enjoy the exhibition and continue to support local.
See more of Kevin’s work on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kevin_gary_hansen/, and on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.hansen.1671
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Art House 310 First Friday – Amy Huser & Chuck Dooms
2025-03-07 - 2025-03-23
Art House 310 First Friday – Amy Huser & Chuck Dooms
Opening Reception | First Friday March 7th, 2025 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through March 23rd, 2025.
Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
AMY HUSER
When you think of play, what comes to mind? Do you think back to when you were a child, or do you think of your life right now? I remember growing up playing outside in the evenings, I would get lost in the silliest things …. Organizing sticks on the ground, making patterns in the sand, or collecting as many roly-polies as I could find. As we grow up, we often get caught up and forget that play is important still.
In my work, play is a process. This process can look like embroidering variations of a line or carefully placing pieces of gold leaf one by one. In both, there is an order, but a freedom to just roam as I go. The repetition of mark making calls back to the inclination to organize nature around me when I was a kid. In adulthood, this repetition has a meditative quality that is my way of working out all of my thoughts and letting go — creating something beautiful and light.
See more of Amy’s work online at https://www.amyhuser.com/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/amyhuserart/
CHUCK DOOMS
I started doing photo manipulation and digital painting about 10 years ago. An early diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease prompted an early retirement.
To be honest, I started playing around with my little Android phone’s painting apps. I started by taking pictures I’d taken with the phone and digitally manipulate them and add digital paint. My process has changed since I invested in a much larger tablet.
The theme hasn’t changed much. I make what appeals to me. Whatever it might be. A few years ago, I had DBS (Deep Brain Stimulation) surgery. This has given me much needed control over the tremors that I experienced. I’m not cured, but it was a game changer.
I’m often reminded of a quote attributed to the late, great David Bowie;
“Aging is an extraordinary process whereby you become the person you always should have been.” I hope he was right.
I took up this silly little obsession because I wanted to. I keep doing it because now I have to. I owe so much to the Wichita art community. They opened their hearts to me and made me feel a part of that community. The work you see is my open love letter to them.
Due to health issues this will be my last showing. Thank you for all the love, support, and encouragement. Thank you.
See more of Chuck’s work online at http://www.chuckdooms.com or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chuckdooms
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Art House 310 First Friday – Kinta McGhee
2025-04-04 - 2025-04-20
Art House 310 First Friday – Kinta McGhee with special extended showing of Amy Huser & Chuck Dooms
Opening Reception | First Friday April 4th, 2025 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through April 20th, 2025.
Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
KINTA MCGHEE
For the past few years, Februllage has been a cornerstone of my creative practice. Februllage is an Instagram art challenge held each February, a month-long exploration of collage, shaped by daily prompts and the spontaneity they inspire.
What began as an exercise in discipline and discovery has deepened into a true love for the medium, allowing me to refine my voice through paper, texture, and found imagery.
This collection marks a milestone: for the first time, I am offering the original works for sale. While I have previously shared these pieces as limited edition prints, this show presents them in their raw, tactile form—their layers, edges, and imperfections fully intact. Each collage is a reflection of a fleeting moment in time, captured and reassembled into something entirely new.
I invite you to explore these works, to find your own connections within them, and to celebrate the unexpected beauty that emerges when fragments come together.
See more of Kinta’s work on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kinta_mcghee/
Special extended showing of Any Huser & Chuck Dooms
See more about Amy & Chuck here: https://arthouse310.com/event/amyhuserchuckdooms/
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Art House 310 First Friday – Kansas Art Guild Group Show
2025-05-02 - 2025-05-25
Art House 310 First Friday – Kansas Art Guild Group Show
Opening Reception | First Friday May 2nd, 2025 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through May 25th, 2025.
Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
KANSAS ART GUILD
The Friends Community Art Guild was formed in 1977 with eight people who met at Friends University. The name was later changed to Kansas Art Guild as interest and membership grew. Now with a membership of over 65, the guild meets monthly at Mark Arts. Membership is open to all artists, beginners to professional, with the express purpose of promoting and encouraging the visual arts and artists.
For more information, check out the Kansas Art Guild online at KansasArtGuild.com, on Facebook: @KansasArtGuild, and on Instagram: @KansasArtGuild
PARTICIPATING ARTISTS:
Lori Jones
Veronica Dowty
Ginny Young
Malissa Long
Barbara Gabel
Jeffery Gowen
Patti Doll
Karyl Barbosa
Phis Burress
Charlotte Cockrum
Janet Inlow
Yen Lin Chen
Karen Holiday
Maria Engelhardt
Annie Cummings
Lesa Gardner
Diane Smith
Skip Kreibach
Hope Just
Asa Pearlstein
Lari Howard
Stephaine Bayiff
Bob Neace

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Art House 310 First Friday – Wichita Women Artists 75th Anniversary Group Show
2025-06-06 - 2025-06-22
Art House 310 First Friday – Wichita Women Artists 75th Anniversary Group Show
Opening Reception | First Friday June 6th, 2025 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through June 22nd, 2025.
Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
WICHITA WOMEN ARTISTS – Join us in celebrating WWA’s diverse talent and their 75th anniversary!!

Wichita Women Artists has been in continuous existence since 1950. The purpose of the group is to promote and encourage each other in our creative growth as artists. We meet monthly and our membership is limited to 40.
We have three to five exhibits during the year in the Wichita area. Our members teach, attend workshops, enter regional and national juried shows and are also active members of other art organizations. We hope you enjoy this diversity that our artists show through the use of watercolor, oil, gouache, paste, pencil, mixed media, photography, mosaics, acrylic and sculpture.
For more information, check out Wichita Women Artists on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ICTWomenArtists
PARTICIPATING ARTISTS:
Janet Aiken
Abby Ausherman
Kayann Ausherman
Stephanie Bayliff
Jane Bradfield
Bennie Booth
Jan Butler
Carol Davis
Pam Hayes
Hope Just
Cheryl Lindstrom
Nancy Luttrell
Linda Nollette
Diane Post
Patt Sharpe
Shauna Shelton
Naomi Ullum
Diane Warta
Rita Zaudke

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Art House 310 First Friday – Kelly Rundell & Michael Davenport
2025-08-01 - 2025-08-24
Art House 310 First Friday – Kelly Rundell & Michael Davenport
Opening Reception | First Friday August 1st, 2025 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through August 24th, 2025.
Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
KELLY RUNDELL

Sometimes artists present deep, moody work with a message that can change the world. But that’s not me. The only message I can relay now is that it’s okay, even necessary, to seek out lightness, happiness and fun, no matter how dark things seem to be.
So, welcome to my garden party! Because we have a shared understanding of what nature looks like, my art is immediately recognizable. My goal is not to be precise or realistic. Rather, I make joyful representations of flowers. Working with acrylic paint and ink, I fill paper with unique designs and color. I then cut the painted paper to create individual petals, leaves and other shapes. Like a jigsaw puzzle, I try different combinations and placements of the pieces. When it comes together, I have wildflowers–with the emphasis on wild. I find the process messy, but fun. And, importantly, the final art makes me smile.
See more of Kelly’s work on Instagram: @kellyrundellart

MICHAEL DAVENPORT

Have you ever thought about the layers of yourself — the parts you show the world and the ones you keep tucked away? My work invites you to explore those layers, both in the art and within yourself. Through color, abstraction, and vulnerability, I aim to create space for emotional honesty, connection, and reflection.
At the heart of my work is the relationship between masculinity and vulnerability. I often depict physically strong men in tender, emotionally exposed situations to reflect the way I experience and process my own feelings. These figures disrupt traditional expectations of strength, revealing that real power can come from authenticity and emotional depth.
I work primarily in mixed media, using physical layers to echo the complexity of human emotion. Idioms like “falling in love,” “being held down,” or “protecting your heart” are explored both literally and metaphorically, offering viewers familiar entry points into nuanced emotional terrain. Each piece slowly unveils a part of myself that words alone can’t quite express.
Queer iconography plays a vital role in my practice. I incorporate symbols, gestures, and references drawn from queer history to honor those who came before me and to build a bridge between past and present. This is both a personal act of remembrance and a way of connecting with today’s LGBTQIA+ community — creating art that feels both rooted and relevant.
Recently, I’ve embraced abstraction more fully — letting bright colors, mark-making, and shape exploration bring joy and immediacy to the work. There’s something satisfying in this visceral, almost childlike play, which helps me express what’s difficult to say out loud. Blending realism with abstract elements lets me move between control and freedom, structure and release.
Subtle humor, double meanings, and whimsy are woven throughout my work. These elements encourage curiosity and connection, drawing viewers in while inviting deeper engagement. As a queer polyamorous man, I create from personal experience, but with the goal of amplifying underrepresented voices — especially in conservative spaces. By sharing stories through art, I hope to foster understanding, celebrate emotional truth, and honor the beautifully complex experience of being human.
See more of Michael’s work online at MichaelKDavenport.com or on Facebook and Instagram: @micdav87

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Art House 310 First Friday – Taylor McQueary & Yulla Faun Vega
2025-09-05 - 2025-09-21
Art House 310 First Friday – Taylor McQueary & Yulla Faun Vega
Opening Reception | First Friday September 5th, 2025 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through September 21st, 2025. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
NOTE: Open gallery hours throughout the exhibition are generally Tuesday and Thursday, 6-9pm and Sunday, 1-4pm.
TAYLOR MCQUEARY

Artist Bio: TayFiveStudio is the creative expression of Taylor McQueary, an artist and high school art teacher from Wichita, Kansas.
Taylor embarked on her creative journey at the University of Kansas, initially delving into the realm of industrial design. However, her passion for the fine arts led her to refocus her studies. She pursued a Master’s degree in education at Wichita State University, specializing in art education, which equipped her with the tools to inspire young minds. In 2019, Taylor began her professional career as an art teacher, where she has been able to continue her own creative explorations while nurturing the artistic talents of her students.
As an educator, Taylor firmly believes in the reciprocal nature of learning, valuing the insights and inspirations that her students offer. Encouraged by her students to exhibit her work beyond the classroom, she was motivated to establish TayFive Studio as a platform for her artistic endeavors.
Taylor’s artwork has been displayed in various art exhibitions, attracting praise for its vibrant energy, visual impact, and use of color. Her dedication to her craft is evident in each carefully crafted piece, capturing the essence of her artistic vision. Through her expressive and dynamic artworks, Taylor aims to captivate audiences and spark meaningful connections through the power of visual art.
Artist Statement: Most of my current work is inspired by the interaction of opposing elements, specifically shape and color. I find great inspiration in the unique perspective of flowers portrayed by Georgia O’Keeffe. Her ability to capture the essence of the flower has greatly influenced my artistic approach.
In my paintings, I aim to create harmony between the soft, organic qualities of the flower and the structured lines. I believe that color plays a vital role in achieving this balance, as it has the power to bring these elements together and enhance their dynamic interaction. My goal is to harness the expressive potential of color to create a visually captivating experience for the viewer.
When it comes to my artistic process, I tend to rely on intuition and emotion rather than extensive planning. The selection of the main colors for the background is usually the starting point for each painting. Recently, I have been exploring different compositions with lines, using my background in design to guide the sizing and ratios of each line. I am meticulous in my approach, ensuring that each line interacts harmoniously with the others.
When choosing the colors for each line, I seek out bright hues that will create a striking contrast against the background. This deliberate use of color adds depth and dimension to my work, further emphasizing the interplay between shape and color.
For me, the value of being an artist lies in the joy and fulfillment I find in the creative process itself. Each painting reflects the culmination of my knowledge, skills, and experiences, as I continue to grow and develop within my craft. I view my artworks as a tangible representation of my artistic journey and a testament to the dedication and passion I bring to my work.
Through my art, I aim to evoke emotions, stimulate thought, and invite viewers to immerse themselves in a captivating visual experience. By embracing the interplay of shape and color, I strive to create artworks that transcend the boundaries of traditional representation, capturing the essence of the subject in a unique and expressive manner.
See more of Taylor’s work on Instagram: @tayfivestudio
YULLA FAUN VEGA

Flight Safety and How Not to Drown has as much to do with navigating a collapsing economy as it does sustaining a solid place to live. It relates to the struggles of existing paycheck to paycheck, house to house, or couch to couch for those living on the edge of collapse.
Flight Safety is in reference to fleeing one situation to the next, in hopes the new circumstance is better. Many of the artworks use personally developed symbol from the artist’s own previous situations and struggles. Flight became synonymous with fleeing a deteriorating home space to another, to another, to another… and so on. The scissor tail flycatcher, the Oklahoma state bird, has transformed into a symbol of hope for the future, an escape and refuge in another place outside of Kansas.
How Not to Drown is the idea and dream of being okay, despite the looming fear of full homelessness or becoming forgotten. It’s the thought of “maybe another place is better”. Sometimes, seemingly, the unknown or the ‘ocean’. The ocean being full of the unknown, and yet we remain hopeful this space is better than the last, that it’s the oasis that’s been advertised.
Transitional homelessness is the central idea of these works. It doesn’t mean fully homeless, but it does mean lacking a place to settle and call home. Upon conversing with many people in this situation, the question arises – is this a problem creatives face in particular?
In order to help each other navigate these situations it is more important than ever to develop small communities and networks in which people mutually support and check in on each other while we all learn to ask for help – sometimes over and over.
About the Artist: Jessica Vega was born in Wellington, Kansas and had always wanted to become an artist. She navigated a lonely childhood, due to selective mutism. This, in turn, made her develop a high sense of creativity. As an adult she accidentally married into a cult – this ended in divorce as she escaped with a baby to Wichita in the pursuit of working as an artist and exploring life more fully. She worked for years as a portrait artist, then in organ donation, then as an aerialist. After studying at the Kansas City Art Institute and Cowley College she went on to go through the Artist Inc program and is a certified project manager. She now works as an artist, a teacher at Mark Arts, and a project manager for a local community events. Recently she has changed her name to Yulla Faun Vega.
See more of Yulla’s work online at yullafaun.com on Instagram: @edwardfaunart, and support at patreon.com/ProjectDoe

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Art House 310 First Friday – Shawn Delker & Lisa Coogias
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-26
Art House 310 First Friday –Shawn Delker & Lisa Coogias
Opening Reception | First Friday October 3rd, 2025 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through October 26th, 2025. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
NOTE: Open gallery hours throughout the exhibition are generally Tuesday and Thursday, 6-9pm and Sunday, 1-4pm.
SHAWN DELKER
Fiber artist Shawn Marie Delker learned the joy of sewing from her mother beginning at age five and has been stitching ever since. She began quilting in 2000, and she soon discovered art quilting.
Shawn’s art has been juried into galleries in Topeka, Omaha and Albuquerque, and she is a frequent exhibitor at many local galleries. She received the third-place prize at the 2017 Fiber Arts Fiesta in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and in 2024 she won First Place in “Kansas Through the Eyes of an Artist” at the Carriage Factory Gallery and Best of Show in the NOTO Fiber Arts Passion’s Exhibition and again in 2024 was awarded People’s Choice at the “Music and Memory” exhibit at NOTO’s Morris Gallery. Her latest exhibit was a solo show titled, “On the Edge” at the Vernon Filley Art Gallery. Her art is represented at the SNW gallery in Manhattan Kansas.
Shawn’s current work uses an embroidery technique she is developing in which she “paints with thread” on her sewing machine. Her technique is unique to her, and she continues to experiment to create new ways to create shape, form, and texture with thread. Much of the work shown at Art House 310 is botanically printed silk which she created from plants in her garden and then appliqued on her machine embroidered bird.
See more of Shawns’s work online at ShawnDelker.art on Facebook: @shawn.delker
LISA COOGIAS
My work is rooted in the landscapes of the subconscious.

Dreams often guide my imagery, surfacing colors, shapes, and forms that carry meanings beyond what I can put into words. Abstraction allows me to express emotions and experiences that resist direct explanation, while portraits ground that inner world in human connection.Each piece is an attempt to give shape to the unseen. They transform fleeting, hidden feelings into something tangible and shared.

See more of Lisa’s work on Facebook: @olivia.endive and on Instagram: @lisacoogias
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Art House 310 First Friday – Robin Danks & Lindsey McFarland
2025-11-07 - 2025-11-22
Art House 310 First Friday – Robin Danks & Lindsey McFarland
Opening Reception | First Friday November 7th, 2025 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through November 22nd, 2025. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
NOTE: Open gallery hours throughout the exhibition are generally Tuesday and Thursday, 6-9pm and Sunday, 1-4pm.
ROBIN DANKS
Robin Danks is a visual artist based in Wichita, Kansas. After a decades-long career in healthcare, she embraced art as her full-time pursuit, developing a practice known for its bold textures, vibrant palettes, and experimental mark-making. Working across acrylics, India ink, and mixed media, Danks challenges traditional boundaries while grounding her work in instinct, imagination, and expressive freedom.
See more of Robin’s work online at DanksyArt.com on Facebook: @DanksW3CreationsRobyn and on Instagram: @danksy.art.studio
LINDSEY MCFARLAND
“A Story In The Details”
I began drawing when I was a kid—mostly cartoons, sketching playful characters like Donald Duck, Scooby Doo and Winnie the Pooh, or creating my own comic strip stories. Art became a way for me to retreat into my own little world, a space where I could disconnect and dream. That’s where my love for art really took root.
As I got older, I explored different mediums, but I always found myself coming back to drawing with a black pen. There was something captivating about the boldness and simplicity of using a single pen—the way it allowed me to create with such clarity. It wasn’t until my late twenties that I finally found my own style. It all began with drawing pet portraits. I played with different techniques like scratch methods and textured shading. Eventually I stumbled across stippling, and something just clicked!
Through hours and hours of shading (and patience), I build my stippling drawings dot by dot with a .005 sized pen. I prefer the smaller sized pens to get as much detail as possible. Organic materials are my usual subjects; fur, bone, or plants. Going back to my childhood, I try to capture an “old storybook” energy with my drawings. As simple as these drawings may be, there is always a hidden story behind the creation of them. A single stippling drawing can take anywhere between 20-100 hours to compete. I am also a pet portrait artist by commission, check out my website or my Instagram page for my full portfolio.
When I need a break from the tedious stippling, I use linocut and print making as my secondary creative outlet. My linocut prints are a bit more abstract. I transfer these drawings onto linoleum, then carve and chip away at the surface. It satisfies a creative urge I never knew I had, and using different colors and paints makes the process feel more playful and relaxed compared to stippling.
I use both styles to reflect the full range of who I am, with a lot of precision and meticulous work. Creating pet portraits is something I’m deeply proud of, but my original work is where my personality shines — a little dark, a little whimsical, and a little shadow of what I love the most, to create.
See more of Lindsey’s work online at doodles-n-ink.square.site on Facebook: @doodlesnink and on Instagram: @doodlesnink
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Art House 310 First Friday – Dominique Joiner & Angie Evans
2025-12-05 - 2025-12-21
Art House 310 First Friday – Dominique Joiner & Angie Evans
Opening Reception | First Friday December 5th, 2025 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through December 21st, 2025. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
NOTE: Open gallery hours throughout the exhibition are generally Tuesday and Thursday, 6-9pm and Sunday, 1-4pm.
DOMINIQUE JOINER
Dominique Joiner (b 1988 Wichita, Kansas) uses her chosen mediums of acrylic and oils to identify the experience of women in a male dominated society. Dominique has observed the lives of many women from several walks of life and uses the influence of these women to relay her narrative. She uses the ideals of sensuality and affection to draw the viewer in and coaxes them to become more aware with riveting details and underlying messages. Dominique has a goal of pressing women to gain more ipseity, regardless of the rhetoric they are taught to the contrary.
Ipseity starts with awareness, the doorway to change. Many of the artist’s paintings directly depict the chosen problem, with no offer of a solution, forcing the viewer to digest and relate. The use of golden accents is meant to show a sense of majesty and divinity that women carry, regardless of the situation, be it vulnerable or powerful. As the gateway to life, women deserve to be viewed as such. Dominique’s art will encourage individuals to search inwardly and come to peace with their feelings.
See more of Dominique’s work on Facebook: @DomiiiJo, on Instagram: @domiijo, and on TikTok: @domiijo
ANGIE EVANS
I am an ocean-lover at heart, forever captivated by the calm and power of the sea, yet living in a land-locked state that makes me long for its presence. This new body of work is my way of reconnecting with that feeling of peace and renewal that only the ocean brings. Each piece is an exploration of rhythm and stillness, created through layers of acrylic, ink, and resin that echo the slow movement of waves and the reflective shimmer of sunlight on water.
As the resident artist and owner of Art House 310, this series marks my first complete body of work in nearly three years, and it feels like a return to self. After a hiatus to complete college degrees that were started more than two decades ago and focus on uplifting other local artists within the walls of Art House 310, I wanted to explore capturing the essence of the ocean, not as a place, but as a state of being. The soft blues, teals, and whites drift together to create a sense of depth and serenity, offering a space for both reflection and calm. My process is intuitive, guided by emotion and memory rather than structure, allowing the materials to move naturally and form the patterns of flow that remind me of tides and shifting sands.
Each painting invites the viewer to pause, breathe, and feel the quiet strength of the sea. The glossy resin surface reflects light and space, transforming with every glance, much like the ever-changing horizon. This collection is a love letter to the ocean and a reminder that its tranquility can live within us, even when the nearest shore is far away.
See more of Angie’s work online: ArtHouse310.com/angie-evans, on Facebook: @AngieAwesomePants, on Instagram: @AngieAwesomePants, and on TikTok: @AngieAwesomePants
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Art House 310 First Friday – Amy Herrmann & Samantha Gales
2026-02-06 - 2026-02-22
Art House 310 First Friday – Amy Herrmann & Samantha Gales
Opening Reception | First Friday February 6th, 2026 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through February 22nd, 2026. Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
NOTE: Open gallery hours throughout the exhibition are generally Tuesday and Thursday, 6-9pm and Sunday, 1-4pm.
AMY HERRMANN
Reflections of a Life, Well … Lived.
I’m not an easy person to know. I’ve never mastered the art of small talk and have trouble shaking off the world news of the day. But my art usually centers around more optimistic glimpses of beauty that I find in the shadows and reflections of my surroundings when my guard is down and I’m content (often when sunshine and beer are involved). There’s nothing particularly deep about the subjects or themes in any of my work. They’re mostly snippets of my immediate surroundings, usually with my loved ones just out of view. I’ll never be a serious portrait artist, a fact that has been reinforced by the laughter emanating from my family at my recent attempts to capture them in pastels.
I received my BFA at KSU. I work mostly in soft pastels and acrylic paint. I use only my own photographs as source material. I used to feel guilty about applying filters to my source photos but that has ceased after seeing how AI is changing the entire art world. Still not sure if I’ll embrace it or fight it tooth and nail, but I guess that’s a discussion for another day. For now, I lean on a few digital conveniences to make choices about composition and color. I enjoy making decisions about how much texture to add and with what material can best achieve an effect.
This show has pieces that span about 35 years, though most have been finished in the past 5. Not much has changed from my early work, same fascination with what might be revealed in a window’s reflections, what it feels like to brush my hand along chipped paint, delighting when I see glass that’s old, wavy, and imperfect. I’ll leave it to the viewer to decide if these represent a life well-lived, or a life, well…lived.
See more of Amy’s work on Facebook: @amy.herrmann.art
SAMANTHA GALES
Twenty-Six
Sam Gales is a mixed media artist based in Wichita, Kansas. She specializes in illustrative, stylized self-portraits that explore her journey as a young adult. Her Twenty-six series brings together both new works and earlier pieces that reflect her playful, lighthearted nature. Across her practice, Gales is drawn to the delicate balance between the macabre and the bright—creating imagery that is at once fun, playful, and subtly unsettling. In this series she does touch on some heavier themes, so viewer discretion is advised.
An age that most should be expecting change, and big events. Twenty six; one should be focusing on financial security, finding a stable job and starting a retirement fund, possibly a 401k. Twenty six; looking forward to the future!
But wait… No.
That’s not fair. I didn’t even get a chance. Why’s everything falling apart? Why is everyone leaving? Everyone’s moving away…well, we’re adults aren’t we? I’m so behind, I can’t keep up. Nothing feels like it’s ever enough.
That’s life, they say.
Grow up, stop crying.
People age, everyone’s dying.
Life’s hard and everyone struggles
But why does it feel like my workload always doubles?
It’s hard to stay afloat when the goal post is ever changing.
And seeing my peers soaring only makes me regret my aging.
I use humor to distract from my reality, that being Twenty-six isn’t all it’s cracked up to be.
As I navigate my way through this difficult year, here’s to hoping
Twenty-seven
Doesn’t end in a pap smear
See more of Samantha’s work online at samgales0279.wixsite.com/gales-art, on Instagram: @gales_art_, and on Facebook: @samawesomegales
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Art House 310 First Friday – Brooke Schutte & Deber
2026-03-06 - 2026-03-22
Art House 310 First Friday – Brooke Schutte & Deber
Opening Reception | First Friday March 6th, 2026 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through March 22nd, 2026.
Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
NOTE: Open gallery hours throughout the exhibition are generally Tuesday and Thursday, 6-9pm and Sunday, 1-4pm.
BROOKE SCHUTTE
My name is Brooke, I am a 25 year old artist originally from Colorado. I was raised in a very strict, dominating, and isolating religion and have struggled with a complicated relationship with interpersonal connection, mental health, and generally society as a whole. Very early on in my childhood, I found a voice in art. More so, a purpose as well. The people around me didn’t want to hear me speak, they didn’t value my voice.. But the pretty picture I drew – that was considered valuable.
As I grew older and experienced life in a more raw and unfiltered way, I realized art was no longer what I thought it was: Realism, landscapes, still lifes. Art could be edgy, it could be problematic, and it could make my mom very uncomfortable.
Being a self taught artist, I never identified with one genre or medium. Rather, I always just pursued what spoke to me at the time.
For this show, I chose to speak on mental illness and addiction. Something that in recent years has been at the forefront of my life. When conceptualizing this show, my idea was to keep the subject matter light and playful – humorous and easy on the eye. Exploring the juxtaposition between a sensitive topic like alcoholism or PTSD, while displaying it with bright vibrant, even whimsical imagery.
I stuck with two mediums, marker and acrylic but did not necessarily commit to one style or point of view. I’d like to think my voice and personal method speaks clearly through each piece. And hopefully the audience will be intrigued to divulge into introspection while they view the work.
See more of Brooke’s work on Instagram: @masticated.gum
DEBER
My work centers on compositions that blend traditional realism, abstract expressionism and letterform abstraction. Mix media as a preference: Acrylics, Oil, Enamel mixtures, Spray paint and Airbrush are used to create layered compositions that evoke emotion, movement, and tension.
A core focus of my work lies in bridging the worlds of professional muralism, portrait painting, fine arts and Graffiti.
My canvas work serves as an extension of my street practice, offering a different format through which to explore similar ideas with nuance. For me, art is not a means to an end, it is the end itself. Through each piece, I invite the viewer into the emotional landscape and visual rhythms that define my voice as a well rounded contemporary artist.
See more of Deber’s work on Instagram: @deber614 and on Facebook: @deber614
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Art House 310 First Friday – Chloe Cloud & Alexandria Olthoff
2026-04-03 - 2026-04-19
Art House 310 First Friday – Chloe Cloud & Alexandria Olthoff
Opening Reception | First Friday April 3rd, 2026 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through April 19th, 2026.
Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
NOTE: Open gallery hours throughout the exhibition are generally Tuesday and Thursday, 6-9pm and Sunday, 1-4pm.
CHLOE CLOUD
I am an interdisciplinary studio artist and graphic designer based in Wichita, Kansas, working across mediums to question how we assign value—what we cherish, what we overlook, and what we throw away.
This body of work began not in the studio, but on quiet walks through my small college neighborhood. I started picking up scraps of litter—shards of plastic, faded fabric, fragments of packaging—with the simple intention of cleaning up my community. But somewhere between the sidewalk and my doorstep, my perspective shifted. Among the refuse were unexpected colors, compelling textures, and strangely elegant forms. What I first dismissed as trash began to reveal itself as material—full of potential, history, and character.
I became fascinated by the tension between discard and desire. How might I challenge the narrative of worthlessness attached to these objects? How could I elevate what had been abandoned?
In response, I began pairing found debris with thoughtfully curated vintage clippings. By manipulating scale and employing optical illusion, I transform these fragments into imagined fashions, theatrical silhouettes, and expansive landscapes. A scrap of plastic becomes couture. A twist of wire becomes architecture. A fragment of packaging becomes terrain. Through collage and assemblage, the overlooked is recast as aspirational, playful, and powerful.
These small rubbish sculptures have redefined my creative practice. They invite me to slow down, to notice, and to honor the overlooked. What began as an act of cleanup has become an act of re-seeing—finding beauty in what was once discarded and joy in the act of transformation.
See more of Chloe’s work on Instagram: @wasted.wonderings and @chloecloud.design
ALEXANDRIA OLTHOFF
I am a full-time artist, born and raised here, shaped by both staying and leaving. I’ve lived in and moved through places around the world, but my work has always been about coming back to myself—my instincts, my values, my anger, my softness, and my truth.
I am celebrating! I am also tired as hell and looking for a new life balance while on a journey of diving in, learning and growing.
Every piece here comes from a portfolio I built over two years of obsessive focus, discipline, doubt, and stubborn belief. This is the work that got me my tattoo apprenticeship. It didn’t happen by accident. It happened because I showed up over and over again and refused to quit. This exhibition is both a celebration and a threshold: honoring the discipline and devotion that brought me here, while opening the door to a new direction in my creative life.
Animals show up again and again in my work because they don’t lie. They carry power, vulnerability, protection, survival, and instinct without apology. Alongside them live themes of justice, acceptance, feminism, queerness, and representation. Sometimes my work is an open heart. Sometimes it’s a middle finger. Often it’s both.
I make art to say the things I don’t always have words for. To share my inner world. To carve space for softness, rage, humor, grief, desire, and a very clear fuck you / fuck it / fuck all when needed. Anything gay, anything defiant, anything honest belongs here.
Tattooing is not a departure from my art practice—it’s an evolution. I’m not abandoning painting or creating. I’m expanding. I continue to accept custom work and pet portraits, now with longer timelines as my schedule shifts.
I dance when I can. I travel the world with my husband. I disappear into home when I need to. All of it feeds the work. All of it shows up here.
This show is about persistence, transformation, and choosing myself—again and again—until it finally paid off.
See more of Alexandria’s work online: linktr.ee/alexandriaolthoff, on Instagram: @alikatart7, and on Facebook: @AlikatArtBiz
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Art House 310 First Friday – Josh Bethel & Kevin Hansen
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-24
Art House 310 First Friday – Josh Bethel & Kevin Hansen
Opening Reception | First Friday May 1st, 2026 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through May 24th, 2026.
Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
NOTE: Open gallery hours throughout the exhibition are generally Tuesday and Thursday, 6-9pm and Sunday, 1-4pm.
JOSH BETHEL
Josh Bethel, The Artist Known as JRB5, is a colorful artist and podcast host based out of Wichita, KS. His artwork is a vibrant menagerie of bizarre creatures and surreal scenes. Each piece is a puzzle of symbolism and wonder, inviting viewers into a world where the unexpected is the norm.
Over the last four years he has created 100’s of traditional paintings and digital pieces of artwork. His artwork can be found on Room Green Productions social media pages where he creates artwork, content and his podcasts, Art Assault Podcast and ForMusicLoversOnly! the Podcast.
The Art Assault Podcast is a unique interview style podcast where him and Kevin Hansen chat with some of the coolest people on the planet, while collaborating on a painting during the live broadcast. They have over 100 episodes under their belt with no end in sight.
ForMusicLoversOnly! the Podcast is his newest podcast where him and his cast of rotating hosts create a Top 5 List of their favorite songs from that week’s topic and discuss why these songs have made their list.
See more of Josh & Kevin’s work online: roomgreenproductions.com on Instagram: @roomgreenproductions Facebook: @RoomGreenProductions and YouTube: @roomgreenproductions
KEVIN HANSEN
Hello, my name is Kevin, and welcome to Art House 310. I want to change the world by becoming an artist. My studio of work can be created almost anywhere. Not just in my studio, but live in a podcast studio, in a bar, a corner on the sidewalk, or even a parking lot where I just pull up. I do my best work with an audience. Where I feed off the energy from an audience to create the images to be presented. I rarely plan what is going to be created. I add layers of color and shapes till an image becomes alive from the process.
It’s a raw process of creativity that compelled me to continue to explore the depth of the energy and imagery around you. I want my viewers to realize anyone can create. Just find the tools you want to create with. I have utilized my live art presentation to help raise tens of thousands of dollars over the years and I will continue to do so.
I hope you enjoy my art. I’ve been doing art as long as I can remember. Even took enough classes in college to get a degree. I never stopped, even during my stint in the military. I retired in May of 2025 so that I can pursue my life dream of being creative full time.
See more of Josh & Kevin’s work online: roomgreenproductions.com on Instagram: @roomgreenproductions Facebook: @RoomGreenProductions and YouTube: @roomgreenproductions
See more of Kevin’s work on Instagram: @kevin_gary_hansen and Facebook: @kevin.hansen.1671
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Art House 310 First Friday – Michella Tripoli & Don Praseuth
2026-06-05 - 2026-06-21
Art House 310 First Friday – Michella Tripoli & Don Praseuth
Opening Reception | First Friday June 5th, 2026 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through June 21st, 2026.
Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
NOTE: Open gallery hours throughout the exhibition are generally Tuesday and Thursday, 6-9pm and Sunday, 1-4pm.
MICHELLA TRIPOLI
As a creative in the In the era of digital influence, it’s becoming harder than ever to listen to our own voice among the static. There is more pressure than ever to compare, to compete, to filter our individualism through a superficial lens. The digital world is loud and demanding. Be consumable. Become a product, a brand, appease the algorithm. Visibility, views, interactions- these are your measurements of worth. Keep up or be forgotten.
The sad truth is, when we listen to this narrative we slowly start to believe that playing the game is the only way to achieve “success”. We forget why we create in the first place. We cannot let imaginary rules and trivial incentives dictate our motives. We must dig deeper and remember who we are and what truly inspires us to create.
We must quiet the noise.
An artist needs time, silence, boredom, and consistent disappearance from the noise. We need space where work can arrive genuine and unfiltered, where we can simply be a vessel for whatever is calling to us. We need space to rest, to write, to connect. To feel present and alive. Art becomes inevitable when the focus is on the actual sensation of inspiration moving through the body, and less on the expected outcome. The less forced, the easier the flow.
This series is an attempt to represent that feeling. When I silence the noise and listen to what calls to me, I’m drawn into nature every time- as far away from urban chaos as possible. That’s when I feel the strongest connection with the divine source.
These works represent feeling grounded, connected, letting it flow, and being brave enough to listen to the quiet voice inside. They are the result of carving out a small slice of freedom for myself, free of any pressure or limitations. I allow myself to try new things, make mistakes and embrace them. I experiment with more natural color schemes, organic textures, and challenging myself to do more with less.
I’m remembering to find the joy in the process of creation itself. I’m remembering who I am and what my true calling is. I want to use art to find a deeper meaning in the human experience. I want to prove that our thoughts and intentions can create a better future. I want to connect with others and inspire them to find and strengthen their own voice.
Throughout my life, I’ve started to realize the journey of self-discovery has really just been a search for a sense of belonging to something greater. I recognize that we all have that potential, we’re just disconnected. We keep forgetting. But in those precious quiet moments, if we close our eyes and listen, nature gently whispers the reminder.
See more of Michella’s work on Facebook: @MichellaTripoliArt and @Michella.Tripoli and Instagram: @Michella_Tripoli
DON PRASEUTH
I believe that the Earth is a beautiful place, and that drawing and painting are a kind of universal language. My life’s goal has been to use art as a way to understand how the world works around me—how light affects form, how human anatomy works, and how things in our environment react to one another. I want to share what I’ve learned so others can grow and see more clearly.
I don’t see myself as someone who was naturally talented or gifted as an artist. I’ve been fortunate to have hardworking instructors who showed me that through repetition and deliberate practice, improvement is possible. With thousands of drawings and hours of study, I’ve learned that growth comes from consistent effort.
This show is a collection of my studies. Many of these works are unfinished, showing the struggles that come with learning. I spent a long time trying to find my own voice, only to realize that I value the process itself—the repetition, the study, and the constant critique behind every drawing and painting.
As both a student and an instructor, I want people to understand that this path is not easy. There will always be challenges, but with hard work and consistent practice, we can push through them. By sharing what I’ve learned, I hope others can see that they’re capable of growth and can work through the same struggles we all face as artists.
See more of Don’s work on Instagram: OuDonTattoos
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Art House 310 First Friday – Bart Wilcox & Jeffrey McKay
2026-07-03 - 2026-07-26
Art House 310 First Friday – Bart Wilcox & Jeffrey McKay
Opening Reception | First Friday July 3rd, 2026 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through July 26th, 2026.
Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
NOTE: Open gallery hours throughout the exhibition are generally Tuesday and Thursday, 6-9pm and Sunday, 1-4pm.
BART WILCOX
Waking State
I’ve been painting since 2023, starting at age 70. If I am to have a career in the plastic arts, then, it will have to be meteoric. So, thanks for giving your urgent attention to my work.
I would say that I am self-taught, but every work I look at teaches me something. I have been awakened to so much greatness in so many mostly unknown painters that my heart feels as if it will burst after a good day of looking at art. Here’s what you’ll see in Waking State:
A waking state is changing trains between the conscious and the unconscious. Also, I am just waking and my guard is down; I’m impressionable. My mind steers toward the figurative, despite my intention to work in the abstract. If I had more years as a painter behind me, I would think that I would have landed on a thing, a style. Maybe that’s coming. Right now, I’m just putting down what feels good. I think maybe abstraction makes me feel more serious or intellectual. (I hope that was good for a laugh.)
The verse accompanying most of the paintings comes from the same place as the artwork, but takes a slightly different route. These are sometimes the genesis of the painting, sometimes vice versa, usually the two form and inform together. My writing has a much longer history, but of painting and poetry, painting is the most direct route to my unconscious. You will have to find your own way back.
See more of Bart’s work on Instagram: @Wilcox_Bart
JEFFREY MCKAY
Jeffrey McKay is a Wichita-based visual artist whose work explores identity, energy, and transformation through a fusion of Afrofuturism, abstraction, and contemporary digital techniques. Working under evolving styles such as AfroNova and Quiet Nova, his pieces balance bold cosmic expression with moments of stillness and reflection.
His work often combines vibrant color, layered textures, and symbolic elements—bridging traditional artistic influences with modern digital creation. Each piece is designed to evoke both movement and meaning, inviting viewers to interpret their own narrative within the work.
Through his art, McKay aims to create more than imagery—he creates atmosphere. Whether energetic and expressive or calm and meditative, his work reflects a continuous exploration of creativity, culture, and inner space.
See more of Jeffrey’s work on Instagram: @Bla.ckMagic75 , Threads: @Bla.ckMagic75 , and on TikTok: @JeffreyMcKay82
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Art House 310 First Friday – Steve Nicholson & Lindsey Kernodle
2026-09-04 - 2026-09-20
Art House 310 First Friday – Steve Nicholson & Lindsey Kernodle
Opening Reception | First Friday September 4th, 2026 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through September 20th, 2026.
Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
More info to come.
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Art House 310 First Friday – Rhett Evans & Josh Jonico
2026-10-02 - 2026-10-25
Art House 310 First Friday – Rhett Evans & Josh Jonico
Opening Reception | First Friday October 2nd, 2026 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through October 25th, 2026.
Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
More info to come.
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Art House 310 First Friday – Aida Bell & Robin Danks
2026-11-06 - 2026-11-22
Art House 310 First Friday – Aida Bell & Robin Danks
Opening Reception | First Friday November 6th, 2026 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through November 22nd, 2026.
Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
More info to come.
www.ArtHouse310.com
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Art House 310 First Friday – KS Academy of Oil Painters (KAOP)
2026-12-04 - 2026-12-20
Art House 310 First Friday – KS Academy of Oil Painters (KAOP)
Opening Reception | First Friday December 4th, 2026 | 6-10pm
This event is free to attend and open to the public. Show hangs through December 20th, 2026.
Art House 310 is located at 310 S. Laura. Two blocks SE of Douglas & Washington in downtown Wichita.
More info to come.
www.ArtHouse310.com
Facebook | @ArtHouse310, Instagram | @ArtHouse310, TikTok | @AngieAwesomePants
