Happening at Harvester - Dec. 1-7
December 1, 2025 | Kristin
Salon Spectacular
A Harvester Arts Fundraiser Celebrating Wichita’s Artist INC Alumni and Creative Community!
12.05 | 6-9 PM at Harvester Arts at The Lux | 120 E. 1st St. N, Wichita, KS
Join us for Salon Spectacular, a Harvester Arts fundraiser celebrating Wichita’s Artist INC alumni and creative community!
Salon-style silent auction featuring works by 50+ Artist INC alumni — one night only from 6-9 p.m. — with more than 320 pieces on view!
Live auction with John Boldenow at 7:30 p.m. featuring original artworks by Kevin Kelly, Kate Van Steenhuyse, James Marshall (aka Dalek), Kathleen Shanahan, Lindsey Kernodle, Artists A + B, as well as unique creative experiences with Aaron Asis, Tim Rogers, Mike and Meghan Miller and Amanda Pfister.
Bid on one-of-a-kind art experiences, including a sunset sculpture walk, a variety show party bus, an NYC subway art tour, an OKC museum tour, or an art and beer tour in Golden, Colorado!
Raffle prizes from Tankhouse Float and Massage, B. Young Salon, Body & Soul Massage, plus local favorites Love of Character, Ferguson Phillips, Elderslie Farm, Lucinda’s and a $20 wine pull. This year’s raffle also includes tickets to upcoming shows at The Cotillon and Wave, including Countess Luann, Reverend Horton Heat, and more.
Proceeds support Harvester’s mission to build creative capacity in Wichita.
Exhibition on view through Dec. 19. Proceeds support Harvester’s mission to build creative capacity in Wichita.
Get Ready for the Auction: Register on Givebutter
To make bidding quick and easy during Salon Spectacular, we encourage guests to register on Givebutter before arriving.
How to Register:
- Visit our event page: https://givebutter.com/c/SalonSpectacular
- Click “Register” or “Join the Auction.”
- You’ll be prompted to create a free Givebutter account or log in if you already have one.
- Add your payment method.
- You can securely save a card in advance so you’re ready to bid the moment the silent auction opens.
- You’re all set! Once the auction opens on Dec. 5 at 6 p.m., you can start bidding from your phone (even if you can’t make the event).
Registering ahead of time ensures you don’t miss out! If you have questions or need support, we’ll have staff on-site to help!
Save the Date: ICT Soup is Back!
12.06 | 12-2 PM | Harvester Arts | Free
SOUP’S ON, WICHITA! ICT Soup is back and we’re ladling up creativity, community, and micro-funding, one bowl at a time. Artists pitch. You vote. The winner takes the pot. Where big ideas start with a bowl of soup. We’re proud to have KMUW as our media sponsor.
Meet the presenters
Each artist will share a short pitch and YOU get to vote for the project you want to see funded.
- Emmanuel Campos - Wichita Sketch Club Mural: a rotating public mural site where emerging artists can train and gain large-scale painting experience.
- Toni Federico - If These Walls Could Talk: a large-scale installation turning trauma survivors’ stories into custom wallpaper designs that honor healing and resilience.
- Michael J. Criss - The Kintsugi Body: a healing-centered body-painting workshop and photo exhibition inspired by the practice of Kintsugi.
- Robin Danks - ART316: a weekly, peer-led open studio offering accessible workspace, mentorship, and creative community.
Never been to ICT Soup? Let’s break it down:
- $10 ticket = soup, bread, and a vote
- Artists pitch their projects
- YOU vote for your favorite
- Winner gets all the money from the event
- Tag an artist who should apply to the next one! #ICTSoup #WichitaArtists #CommunityFunding #HarvesterArts
In the Galleries
Opening Reception
12.05 | 6-9 PM | Free
Rooted in Clearwater
Rooted in Clearwater is a show featuring works of art from students attending Clearwater Middle School.
The Deck by AIGA
The Deck is a creative initiative for designers to show off their skills by creating a one-of-a-kind designer playing card deck. 54 cards, each face designed by a different local artist or designer. It’s a celebration of art, play, and community. There will be an official event for the Deck on Dec. 12.
Wichita Sketch Club
Mondays | 6-9 PM | 120 E 1st St N, Ste 115, Wichita, KS
Calling All Art Nerds! Looking for a chill space to sketch, doodle, or dive into your latest creative project? Join us Monday nights for Wichita Sketch Club! Bring whatever you’re working on — no pressure, just good vibes and good company.
Coming up in December
- Dec. 12 - 2025 AIGA Wichita Deck Designs and Designers grand reveal
- Dec. 13 - Card-Making Workshop - Children and Families from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. | Adults Only from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
- Dec. 13 - Hungry?! Have a Snack! Doors open at 6:30 p.m., artists being at 7 p.m. $10 suggested donation
- Dec. 15 - Wander into Poetry | 6 p.m.
Harvester Arts joins the Purple Line Project
The Purple Line Project is an initiative of ComfortCare Homes, a Wichita-based innovator in memory care for more than 30 years. This groundbreaking initiative empowers businesses to make their establishments more welcoming and accessible to individuals living with dementia and their care partners.
Services Offered by Harvester Arts
Creative Consulting: We offer guidance and collaboration on artistic and community-centered projects — helping you bring bold, creative ideas to life.
Pop-Up Experiences: Looking to add something special to your event? We create engaging, art-based pop-up experiences perfect for community gatherings, festivals, and private parties.
Space Rentals: Our unique venue at Harvester Arts is available to rent for parties, meetings, workshops, and events. It’s the perfect backdrop for gatherings that inspire creativity and connection.
Let’s Work Together: To learn more or book a service, contact us at info@harvesterarts.org.
Tags: Community, Exhibitions