First Friday Art Walk – June 2025
Step into a world of hidden treasures and quiet beauty at this thoughtfully curated photography exhibit by Kansas native, Eric Hollaway. Enjoy a collection of stunning images that capture the charm of rural landscapes, small towns, and the peaceful places often missed by those speeding down the highway. Eric’s exhibit invites visitors to slow down and see the world through his lens—full of wonder, imagination, and a deep love for nature.
Eric has always had a strong connection to art, but photography has become his favorite way to express that passion. With camera in hand, he sets out on road trips across Kansas, drawn to the quiet roads and small details that tell a bigger story. His photos highlight forgotten corners and overlooked scenes—moments full of history, character, and natural beauty.
What began as a personal journey has now become something to share. Eric’s first public showing earned him first place as Emerging 2D Artist at the 2024 Aaron Douglas Art Fair. This recognition marked an exciting beginning for his art career.
Photography has helped Eric see everyday places in a new light. He hopes his images give others a reason to stop for a moment, take in their surroundings, and maybe see something they hadn’t noticed before.
Artist Image Gallery
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Our History
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NexLynx Gallery of Arts started in 2010, after being selected as one of the venues for the ReThink Topeka Exhibition and Art Walk that same year and each year after. The Re-Think Topeka Art Walk was a movement to spur re-building community awareness through art and cultural events. NexLynx continues to be a proud supporter of the art community with our monthly exhibits and opening receptions. We worked with the former Arts Council of Topeka, and now ArtsConnect to promote art in the community as a premier downtown gallery on the Downtown Topeka Art Walk.
The Gallery is located on the 2nd floor of the historic downtown Bates Building. Walter L. Bates' (1859-1903) last business enterprise was the building of the structures on the corner of Sixth Avenue and Jackson Streets, known as the Bates Block, which includes the I.O.O.F. Hall (117 W. 6th - c. 1910) and 123 W. 6th (c. 1902).
NexLynx Gallery was voted a Finalist for both 2016 and 2017 People's Choice Awards, nominated by people in the Topeka Community as their favorite stop on the First Friday Art Walk, a program of ArtsConnect.
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NexLynx Gallery of Arts