When the Rainbow Turned Pink

Lou Stine

Canvas
$75

"That One Time When the Rainbow Turned Pink. Don't we all need a pink rainbow to brighten our day?"

Unknown

Donated by Robin Meseke

Framed Canvas
$150

Hanging by a Thread

Kathy Pflaum

Ceramic and Thread Piece
$150

24" x 6"

"Hanging By A Thread describes times when we feel that there is only one thread holding our life together. At those points, we always hope for a lifeline that will embrace us and hold us up until we can gather more threads to bring our lives back in balance. This piece has a ceramic piece anchoring the thread made of natural fibers, and the threads we use to weave our life back together with many threads."

Unveiled Crescent

Jason Smith

Photograph on Canvas
$75

8" x 28"

"This photograph was taken in Topeka in 2018, on a day charged with collective excitement and uncertainty as we waited for the solar eclipse. The sky was thick with clouds all day, casting doubt on whether the event would reveal itself at all. Anticipation lingered in the tension between what was promised by science and what might be denied by weather. As the moment approached, the clouds remained stubborn and unmoving. My camera was set more out of hope than confidence. Then, briefly, the sky shifted. The clouds parted just long enough to allow a single glimpse, a fleeting alignment of chance and preparation. I pressed the shutter in that narrow window before the clouds closed in again. The resulting image reflects not only the rarity of the eclipse itself, but the fragility of witnessing it. The experience was defined by brevity and how quickly something extraordinary can appear and disappear. This photograph holds that moment of suspension, where anticipation, uncertainty, and awe converge, reminding us that some of the most profound experiences are granted only for an instant."

Dreams of Nature

Teresa Stambaugh

Fiber Art
$120

16" x 20"

"I enjoy being outside and am interested in how to incorporate nature into my artwork. When I came across this branch, it seemed perfect for a fiber weaving. I hope you find it interesting."

Disruption

Mark Ralston

Ink and Colored Pencil
$350

"When it comes down to it, ART is all around us and is an act of communication that can be experienced through the process of creating or by interacting with art as a viewer. My favorite quote on art is from Walter Pater: "Art comes to you proposing frankly to give nothing but the highest quality to your moments as they pass." The "highest quality to your moments" is so true. The act of creating art is such a joyous process for me. I am fascinated with the history of Art and love viewing how artists currently and throughout history have approached the creative process. I also love sharing my passion and knowledge of Art with others."

Mottled Bottle

Mark Ralston

Ceramics
$75

"When it comes down to it, ART is all around us and is an act of communication that can be experienced through the process of creating or by interacting with art as a viewer. My favorite quote on art is from Walter Pater: "Art comes to you proposing frankly to give nothing but the highest quality to your moments as they pass." The "highest quality to your moments" is so true. The act of creating art is such a joyous process for me. I am fascinated with the history of Art and love viewing how artists currently and throughout history have approached the creative process. I also love sharing my passion and knowledge of Art with others."

Rise Up!

Olivia Kemp

Embroidery
$95

"Kansas meadowlark rising to the heavens symbolizing the spirit of the Great Plains. A sunflower for the state's history of resilience, bordered by wheat honoring the strength of those who have fought before us, and bees buzzing around shining a light on our community-oriented values. All of these things together give power to those who feel like they have none. One person may not feel like they can do much, but when we come together as one, we can accomplish amazing things. When the world is changing around us, and it seems like hope is waning, we must remember that change is built upon resistance. Stand up, spread your wings, and Rise up!"

Faith to Hold Your Ground

Paul Punzo

Linoleum block, stencil, ink wash, spray paint, and lace tablecloth for textured background
$180

20" 16"

"This year, I submit 'Faith to hold your ground.' That in today's climate of tyranny and the reckless abandonment of human kindness, we must stand for what's right. Whether it's an anti-facist button, a patch honoring the Resist Frog of Portland, and finally the heart of courage patch adorned in the middle to give us not only courage but faith to help each other.

The Guardian

Erika Kjorlie-Geery

Framed Print
$50

11.75" x 9.25"

Erika Kjorlie-Geery believes art has the power to heal and transform. Self-development feeds her creative flow, and her painting practice helps in processing and releasing past trauma. She is a professional artist, arts educator, actor, author, and filmmaker working in a diverse variety of art mediums. Her work has been published in print and online media throughout the United States. Kjorlie-Geery's artwork is owned and collected by celebrities and art lovers around the world. She has created many different bodies of work, ranging from fashion photography to domestic violence awareness. She describes the colorful paintings in this exhibition as abstract surrealism.

The Messenger

Erika Kjorlie-Geery

Print
$50

11.75" x 9.25"

Erika Kjorlie-Geery believes art has the power to heal and transform. Self-development feeds her creative flow, and her painting practice helps in processing and releasing past trauma. She is a professional artist, arts educator, actor, author, and filmmaker working in a diverse variety of art mediums. Her work has been published in print and online media throughout the United States. Kjorlie-Geery's artwork is owned and collected by celebrities and art lovers around the world. She has created many different bodies of work, ranging from fashion photography to domestic violence awareness. She describes the colorful paintings in this exhibition as abstract surrealism.

Nine Lives

Erika Kjorlie-Geery

Print
$50

11.75" x 9.25"

Erika Kjorlie-Geery believes art has the power to heal and transform. Self-development feeds her creative flow, and her painting practice helps in processing and releasing past trauma. She is a professional artist, arts educator, actor, author, and filmmaker working in a diverse variety of art mediums. Her work has been published in print and online media throughout the United States. Kjorlie-Geery's artwork is owned and collected by celebrities and art lovers around the world. She has created many different bodies of work, ranging from fashion photography to domestic violence awareness. She describes the colorful paintings in this exhibition as abstract surrealism.

The Heartbreaker

Erika Kjorlie-Geery

Print
$50

11.75" x 9.25"

Erika Kjorlie-Geery believes art has the power to heal and transform. Self-development feeds her creative flow, and her painting practice helps in processing and releasing past trauma. She is a professional artist, arts educator, actor, author, and filmmaker working in a diverse variety of art mediums. Her work has been published in print and online media throughout the United States. Kjorlie-Geery's artwork is owned and collected by celebrities and art lovers around the world. She has created many different bodies of work, ranging from fashion photography to domestic violence awareness. She describes the colorful paintings in this exhibition as abstract surrealism.

The Quilt

Erika Kjorlie-Geery

Print
$50

11.75" x 9.25"

Erika Kjorlie-Geery believes art has the power to heal and transform. Self-development feeds her creative flow, and her painting practice helps in processing and releasing past trauma. She is a professional artist, arts educator, actor, author, and filmmaker working in a diverse variety of art mediums. Her work has been published in print and online media throughout the United States. Kjorlie-Geery's artwork is owned and collected by celebrities and art lovers around the world. She has created many different bodies of work, ranging from fashion photography to domestic violence awareness. She describes the colorful paintings in this exhibition as abstract surrealism.

Hand Blown Glass Perfume Bottle

April Lemon

Hand Blown Glass
$50

Moment [moh-muh nt] noun - 1. an indefinitely short period of time; instant: 2. the present time or any other particular time: 3. a definite period or stage, as in a course of events; juncture: 4. importance or consequence: 5. a particular time or period of success, excellence, frame, etc: One can find that too often in life many become so busy, so wrapped up in where they are and where they need to be. They overburden themselves, not taking the time for what is important, overlooking the beauty in their midst. Much of April Lemon's art is based on nature, and through her art she hopes that others are able to take that moment, to stop and step away from the demands of the world, their jobs, family, and obligations. Just one moment to enjoy. Her work invites us, leading, imploring us to come in and seize that moment for ourselves.

April Lemon is a Kansas-born artist whose lifelong passion for creativity began in childhood. Growing up in the small town of Muscotah, she declared at age five-while proudly handing her mother a drawing-that her autograph would one day be worth something. By her senior year at Atchison County Community High School in 1987, April was immersed in art, serving as Art Club President and painting a tiger mascot mural that still adorns the school's walls and serves as a popular backdrop for photos. Following high school, financial limitations postponed her artistic ambitions. Seeking a broader view of the world, April enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard, serving nearly six years before dedicating the next two decades to raising her family. In 2010, she reignited her artistic journey, enrolling at Emporia State University to study glassblowing-a dream she had held for over twenty years. Her work was juried into the ESU Department of Art Annual Student Exhibition from 2011 through 2014, earning her an art scholarship in 2011. She also exhibited pieces in the Emporia Arts Council's Salon des Refusés in 2011 and 2012. In 2015, April and her husband purchased and restored a 130-year-old building in Holton, Kansas. This space became More Than Lemons, a vibrant gallery representing the work of 45 Kansas artists, alongside a hot glass studio where visitors can observe-and even participate in-the art of glassblowing. Expanding her reach, April acquired a custom-built mobile glassblowing unit, bringing the art form to schools, festivals, and communities across Kansas. Her work has earned notable recognition, including Best in Show at the St. Joseph Trails West Fine Arts Festival in 2014 and First Place in 3D Art at the same event in 2017. She has been featured in prominent venues such as the Monarch Gallery in Kansas City, Missouri; the Monarch Gallery in NOTO; the Lenexa City Center; and the Sabatini Gallery's Melting Point Glass Show in Topeka. April's expertise also extended to film, serving as the Hot Glass Technical Advisor for the movie 25 Miles to Normal, creating a gallery featured on screen, and appearing in a cameo role as herself.

Sterling Silver Earrings 1

Nichole Collins

Jewelry
$56

Sterling Silver Earrings 2

Nichole Collins

Jewelry
$56

When My Daughter Does My Hair

Laura Burton

Digital Illustration
$65

"Some of my favorite moments with my daughter are the two of us sitting on my bed, fixing hair. This digital illustration was based on a photo she took of her work when she was 7. Every clip, bow, and strand placement was carefully chosen and placed with tiny fingers until she let out a big sigh and exclaimed, 'beautiful!' and she was absolutely right.

Generations of women have taken care of each other in this way. The wallpaper pattern is a reproduction of the stone carving on the Gage Park arch in Topeka, commissioned by park donor Louisa Gage, adorned with prairie roses and symbols of victory. Louisa had one daughter who died in infancy. She spent her life caring for her community, advocating for Gage Park and local hospitals."

Wheel of Fortune

Elizabeth King

Acylic
$100

Beth King is a Topeka-based mural artist known for her work with Habitat for Humanity in the city's NOTO Arts District. She has been involved in creating community murals, including projects aimed at improving local spaces like the future Redbud Park.

Spin the Wheel

Elizabeth King

$100

Beth King is a Topeka-based mural artist known for her work with Habitat for Humanity in the city's NOTO Arts District. She has been involved in creating community murals, including projects aimed at improving local spaces like the future Redbud Park.

Leroy

Elizabeth King

Clay and recycled material ceramic
$75

Leroy is a ceramic sculpture created from clay and recycled materials, designed as a playful guardian of energy and intention. He is meant to attract good, positive chaos. Adorned with bells, Leroy also serves a protective purpose. The bells are intended to capture and contain negative chaos.

King of the Hill

Lila Bartel

Watercolor
$250

"Wildlife workshop several years ago completed in the Topeka area with 20 other workers."

Skunk and Pawpaw Mug

Kyra Miller

Ceramics
$70

Kyra Miler is a visual artist based in rural northeast Kansas. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts from Washburn University in 2020, where she developed an interest in combining illustration and ceramics. Through whimsical scenes of flora and fauna, Miller's work explores a variety of themes revolving around the natural world and the relationship humans have with it.

Falling Ginko

Kim Brook

Porcelain

$90

5.25" x 3.75"

"At the root of my art stems the journey of reclaiming joy amidst grief. While narratives of loss vary, I aspire to manifest moments of memories and acknowledgement of a collective loss experience with functional ceramics. Cups for tea, bowls for meals, and vases for flowers invite reflection and community. My porcelain pieces are softly textured, quiet, and delicate in appearance, but strong in their use.

The path to making these pieces has many steps. First, a mason stain color is added to the porcelain clay if it is to be a color other than white. Then, porcelain clay is wheel-thrown or hand-built into forms of cups, bowls, or vases. After the pieces are trimmed and left to dry to a "leather hard" stage, I add on slip decoration. Or the clay is dried to a "bone dry" stage, then water etched (a resist process using shellac). Finally, the pieces are glazed and fired in a kiln.

When I create these pieces, I often contemplate the passing of loved ones and what someone called my "new normal". I create to rediscover hope in the new normal, strength in community, and peace in myself. Through the process, I've discovered ways to smile again, to laugh again, and to cry whenever the tears may fall. It is an honor to share my work with you. Thank you for being a part of my journey."

Bloom Anew #1

Monette Mark

Ceramics

$160

8.25" x 4" x 4"

"Curiosity is the theme of my work. Exploring the tactility and sensuality of clay through sculpture and utilitarian forms. Using objects and vessels, I seek to create physical and visual interest out of commonplace occurrences. Utilitarian vessels are meant to be touched, allowing interaction. My pieces are expressions of how objects are transformed, alluding to tactile discoveries.

Ceramic vessels reflect human attributes both in terms of physical description, referring to a lip, belly, or foot, but also in terms of character. By transferring the idea of sensuality associated with physical properties that comprise the human figure in clay, I evoke the desire to discover something new. Unexpected appendages present an opportunity for inquisitiveness. Ultimately, I take pleasure in creating objects of playful indulgence, sparking a desire for curiosity."

Bloom Anew #2

Monette Mark

Ceramics
$120

6.25" x 3" x 3"

"Curiosity is the theme of my work. Exploring the tactility and sensuality of clay through sculpture and utilitarian forms. Using objects and vessels, I seek to create physical and visual interest out of commonplace occurrences. Utilitarian vessels are meant to be touched, allowing interaction. My pieces are expressions of how objects are transformed, alluding to tactile discoveries.

Ceramic vessels reflect human attributes both in terms of physical description, referring to a lip, belly, or foot, but also in terms of character. By transferring the idea of sensuality associated with physical properties that comprise the human figure in clay, I evoke the desire to discover something new. Unexpected appendages present an opportunity for inquisitiveness. Ultimately, I take pleasure in creating objects of playful indulgence, sparking a desire for curiosity."

Tethered

Chelle Decker

Ceramics
$35

"Each heart represents an individual story held together with care and resilience. All three are unique and solid and rely on each other for balance."

Adira

Brielle Barrett

Mixed Media
$250

Mixed media artist who creates art to inspire empowerment in women and survivors.

Subtle Pride

Courtney Cox

Porcelain/ceramic jewelry
$50

"I make art to have fun and explore different designs and color schemes. Earrings are an easy way for me to explore multiple themes in a short amount of time while making something functional. I hope people who wear my jewelry are as happy as I am while making it."

New Beginnings

Courtney Cox

Porcelain/ceramic jewelry
$65

"I make art to have fun and explore different designs and color schemes. Earrings are an easy way for me to explore multiple themes in a short amount of time while making something functional. I hope people who wear my jewelry are as happy as I am while making it."

The Shield

Barbara Ballentine

Watercolor and painting on silk
$450

"A symbol of protection and resilience, representing the ability to withstand challenges, set boundaries, and block out negative influences without absorbing others' emotions. The lamp is painted on silk with French dyes and gutta."

Untitled

Barbara Ballentine

Watercolor and painting on silk
$45

988

Darlene Morgan

Markers on Canvas
$13

10" x 10"

"I want more people to normalize talking about mental illness. Depression and anxiety are two things I have learned to live with. I don't feel ashamed to talk about them anymore. I used to be afraid it would bring others down, too. I understand my depression, and when it hits, I can also sense it and anxiety in others. This has taught me much about being empathetic."

Your Abilities

Darlene Morgan

Markers on Canvas
$23

18" x 12"

"I wish for many people who suffer from depression and anxiety to know how common it is and how there are many of us wanting to help you. Please do not let it get to a point where you feel helpless. Talk to someone. Call 988 and just talk. I want you to stay alive."

I Should Have Painted It First

Darlene Morgan

Markers on Canvas
$21

18" x 12"

"I should have painted this first before adding the crosses and flowers. But, I still liked it and am glad I can still find beauty in it; unlike several other times, I would obsess over getting it right and starting all over.

There is wonder and beauty in being able to be okay with being completely imperfect. It gives way to authenticity, genuineness, and finally being okay with who you are.

I am a long way from being okay with me, but it makes me feel like when I can let something go, I am... okay.

Plus, are we all ever really okay with ourselves 24/7? It is okay! Stop obsessing and just start living. Life can be futile. Be incredibly, bravely, and you solemnly swear to be you - you!"

Black Sands

Denise Ottinger

Acrylic
$50

10" x 10"

"As a hobby artist, I created these pieces during the winter months in Michigan. I enjoy playing with color and different tools to create my paintings."

Seeing Red

Denise Ottinger

Acrylic
$50

9" x 9"

"As a hobby artist, I created these pieces during the winter months in Michigan. I enjoy playing with color and different tools to create my paintings."

Feeling Good Today

Denise Ottinger

Acrylic
$50

9" x 9"

"As a hobby artist, I created these pieces during the winter months in Michigan. I enjoy playing with color and different tools to create my paintings."

Untitled

Sally Kuno

Fabric

14" x 11"

$75

Untitled

Sally Kuno

Fabric

26.5" x 26.75"

$75

Untitled

Sally Kuno

Fabric

35.5" x 31.5"

$75

Untitled

Sally Kuno

Fabric

45" x 26.5"

$75

Untitled

Sally Kuno

Fabric

26.75" x 27"

$75

Time Warp

Ryan Ogle

Digital Photography on Canvas
$400

16" x 20"

"For me, photography is equal parts exploration and reflection. Each image begins as an instinct to pause, observe, and frame what feels fleeting. From the quiet symmetry of a landscape to the intricate bustle of a city street, or the abstract wonder that lies in between, my work seeks to capture the moments you may have missed - or never imagined at all. The act of creating becomes a conversation between light, subject, and perspective-an attempt to preserve the sense of wonder I experience in that instant. This piece is a digitally manipulated photo of Big Ben in London, taken during a 2015 trip to England."

Acrylic on wood laser cut

Carol Long
Donated by Margaret Warren

Ceramic Pottery
$1,150

Carol Long's pottery is recognized for its delicate, intricate patterns and sculptural detail. Drawing inspiration from historic forms as well as her own evolving body of work, she creates pieces that feel both timeless and imaginative.

Her collection includes vases, tiles, bottles, lidded jars, bowls, animals, and orbs, each thoughtfully crafted with a distinctive sense of movement and design. Long's work is featured in galleries and museums across the country, reflecting her dedication to both craftsmanship and creative exploration.

Carol Long Pottery
Donated by Margaret Warren

Ceramics
$150

Carol Long's pottery is recognized for its delicate, intricate patterns and sculptural detail. Drawing inspiration from historic forms as well as her own evolving body of work, she creates pieces that feel both timeless and imaginative.

Her collection includes vases, tiles, bottles, lidded jars, bowls, animals, and orbs, each thoughtfully crafted with a distinctive sense of movement and design. Long's work is featured in galleries and museums across the country, reflecting her dedication to both craftsmanship and creative exploration.

Chinese Yixing-Style Dragon Tea Set

Donated by Linda Aziz

Ceramics
$65

Donated by Linda Aziz

Book
$25

Donated by Linda Aziz

Paper Cut
$75

A Chinese paper cutting of a ceremonial horse.

Donated by Linda Aziz

Paper Cut
$125

A Chinese New Year folk art paper cutting of Zhao Gongming riding a tiger. He is a door god of wealth and good luck to avoid evil.

Donated by Linda Aziz

Paper Cut
$125

Chinese opera paper cutting depicting Zhang Fei, a fierce Chinese military General.

Donated by Linda Aziz

Paper Cut
$125

A Chinese paper cutting depicting a traditional opera door guard character.

Donated by Linda Aziz

Paper Cut
$125

A Chinese Landscape scroll painting known as Shan Shui (mountain & water).

"Bye Bye Bye" (Deadpool vs Wolverine)

Dane' Shobe

$100

11" x 17"

"The Merc with the Mouth faces off against The Best There is at What He Does."

American Winter 2025-2026: Minnesota vs. Ice

Glass beads, silver-plated clasp with glass pearl

Dr. Sharon Sullivan

"This necklace was inspired by the Twin Cities and Minnesotans protecting their neighbors.

They held the line despite the -40 degree weather.

They gave their time and resources to care for the people dumped outside detention centers without proper clothing.

They delivered groceries and medicine to neighbors too afraid to leave their homes.

And they did it despite the proven danger to themselves.

Community serving community."

Perseverance and Fortitude

Natasha Ward

Pen and Colored Pencil

$400

15" x 23.75"

"Art is a part of every aspect of my life. Whether it be how I tell an otherwise mundane story, capturing a unique perspective with my camera, sending homemade 'snailmail' salutations, sewing personalized 'woobies' for newborns, loved ones, and the elderly, or decorating the spaces I occupy. I started watercoloring in early 2025 after receiving a starter kit from a dear friend. This progressed to the medium of colored pencils and has become a part of my peace, meditation, and personal therapy. The last 3 years have been exceptionally difficult and challenging in my personal life (as well as the world in general!). Additionally, my career exposes me to the darkness of what humans do to one another. Sitting with pencils and paper, a camera, a pen, or thread and fabric allows my brain to quiet for a little bit and give my mind some respite.