Ed Balda
First Friday Art Walk
June 2024
Edw. is an art educator and accomplished artist, known for his creativity, distinctive style and thought-provoking subject matter. Influenced by British painter, J.M.W Turner, Edw.’s style consists of avoiding hard edges; preferring soft luminescent layers and ambiguous forms that at times might suggest waves or mountains.
Barbara Waterman-Peters & Larry Peters
First Friday Art Walk
July 2024
Barbara, primarily an oil painter, but often uses watercolor and other media as well, will display work from her “My Women Series” and “Ship of Fools” series.
Larry will exhibit petroglyphs inspired artwork from his travels and pieces from his Gorky Garden series.
Special Exhibit
First Friday Art Walk
August 2024
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Maria Martin’s artwork will not be on display this August. However, we are pleased to offer a diverse selection of beautiful pieces from many talented local artists. We appreciate your understanding and hope you enjoy the new exhibitions.
Beth Hanna
First Friday Art Walk
September 2024
Featuring the works of Beth Hanna, a renowned multi-media artist currently based in Tecumseh, KS. The exhibit emphasizes her mixed-media cold-wax and oil on wood pieces, described by Beth as “a collection of mental snapshots that gather on the panels to express a variety of emotions.”
Shelly Bedsaul
First Friday Art Walk
October 2024
Working across various mediums, including oils, colored pencils, acrylics, and hand-pulled block prints, Shelly’s work is a reflection of her eclectic inspirations. Her art is infused with elements of mythology, the human condition, humor, quantum theory, music, and the ever-important coffee. Her style ranges from stylized realism to abstract geometrics, each piece a testament to her versatile creativity.
Bernadette Robbins
First Friday Art Walk
November 2024
Bernadette is a fine artist based in Hoyt, Kansas, known for her diverse use of mediums, including acrylics, ink, graphite, needle felting, mosaics, and sculpture. Since beginning her artistic journey in 2011, she has developed a distinctive style characterized by continuous exploration and a deep appreciation for cultural diversity.
Courtney Armstrong
First Friday Art Walk
December 2024
Courtney’s art spans lifelike portrait drawings and vibrant pastel paintings. Her meticulous drawing style, honed over years in graphic design, showcases an extraordinary attention to detail—especially in her equine portraits. In her pastel works, she explores still life and nature themes with bold colors, dynamic compositions, and textured depth that breathe life into her subjects.
Jen Free
First Friday Art Walk
January 2025
Jen finds peace in capturing the hidden beauty of her home state, Kansas. Turning to photography as a creative escape, she brings her vision to life through images that reveal the unexpected diversity of the Kansas landscape. Her collection invites viewers to experience the state from her calming and vibrant perspective.
Marie Plinsky
First Friday Art Walk
February 2025
Marie is a versatile artist who brings her passion for color and creativity to life through a variety of mediums, including watercolor, oil, acrylic, and mixed media. Her work features vibrant textures and layers, blending acrylics, paper, and fabric to create captivating compositions.
Sally Kuno
First Friday Art Walk
March 2025
Sally is a passionate quilter who brings color, movement, and storytelling to life through fabric. With a love for exploring new techniques, she creates quilts that are both intricate and heartfelt. A dedicated member of the quilting community, she finds joy in sharing her knowledge, inspiring others, and stitching from the heart to create works of art that comfort, uplift, and connect people.