Happening at Harvester - June 8-14
June 8, 2026 | Kristin
IN THE GALLERIES
The gallery is currently being transformed for new exhibitions. No art to see just yet — but come back for the opening reception on Friday, June 5, 6-8 PM. We can’t wait to see you there!
OPEN GALLERY HOURS
- Monday-Friday: 3 - 6 PM
- Saturday: 10 AM - 2 PM
Harvester Arts’ 2026–2027 gallery exhibitions are made possible in part by generous support from The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts.
Now for Something Totally Different by Monte Wheeler
I have lived a very diverse creative life. In addition to my work as an actor, singer, and writer, I have done Portraiture, Puppet Design, Set design and Painting, Costume Design, Character Sculpture, Hand Embroidery, Tattoo Design, and various other creative ventures. This show is the presentation of a variety of creative works from many areas of my career. I wanted to share the idea that creatives may follow many paths to express our artistry and ideas. Each new creative path holds new creative growth. The hope is to inspire even the most hesitant creative to just pick up a tool and give it shot, whether it’s on a page, a stage, at an easel, or a sewing machine.
Abstract Art: Layers of Life, That’s About the Size of It by Deb Diver-Kaiser
This exhibition features more than 50 watercolor and mixed-media artworks, measuring approximately 4” x 4” or slightly larger. Their intimate scale invites viewers to slow down and look closely - discovering the depth and complexity within each piece. Through layered materials, expressive mark-making, and subtle textures, audiences can experience abstract art in a more enlightening and intriguing way.
Arranged in small groups, the pieces reveal interconnections of visual rhythm through the flow of color, movement, and texture. Some pieces echo one another through shared qualities, while others create contrast and tension. Together, these relationships offer viewers an engaging visual experience.
This exhibition invites audiences to reconsider how they view and interpret abstract art. Embracing close observation and openness to layered meaning, viewers may discover new perspectives and a deeper appreciation for abstraction and contemporary artistic expression.
Veil / Reveal by Robin Danks
In Veil / Reveal, Robin Danks presents a series of hauntingly intimate portraits that explore the layered complexity of identity, vulnerability, and endurance. Through distressed surfaces, earthy palettes, and emotionally charged mark-making, Danks captures the quiet intensity of her subjects—some of whom are local artists or faces connected to local artists—offering a nuanced meditation on creative lives lived beneath the surface.
These are not traditional portraits; they are topographies of experience. Each face emerges from veils of pigment and time, bearing the trace of struggle, beauty, resilience, and imagination. By blending erosion and emergence, Danks reveals identity as a shifting interplay of what we conceal and what we risk allowing others to see. In honoring fellow artists and their interior worlds, Veil / Reveal becomes both a tribute and an act of artistic solidarity—an invitation to look beyond the visible and recognize the deeply personal stories etched within us all.
Sky Garden: An Arts Partners Showcase
Arts Partners has been a cornerstone of Wichita’s education and arts scene for over 20 years, inspiring thousands of youth through its talented artists. As Arts Partners embarks on an exciting new chapter with expanded programs, we’re thrilled to present a public showcase celebrating the creativity that defines our mission. This vibrant exhibition features visual arts, music, theater, and more, all tied to the theme of nurturing the future like a garden. Expect a visual arts exhibition and a dynamic multimedia experience filled with song, and laughter, showcasing the diverse talents of Arts Partners’ artists.
Seen by Mika Holtzinger
Seen is a portrait exhibition by Wichita artist and educator Mika Holtzinger, inspired by the high school students they teach. Through large-scale mixed media portraits the exhibition highlights the individuality, creativity, and emotional complexity of adolescence. Created over years of teaching and working closely with students, the portraits reflect moments of growth, self-expression, confidence, uncertainty, and transformation. Many of the works also incorporate visual elements inspired by the students’ own artwork and personal styles, incorporating their creative voices into the portraits. Rather than presenting teenagers through stereotypes, Seen focuses on them as thoughtful, unique individuals in the process of becoming themselves. Both personal and relatable, the exhibition explores the universal need to feel recognized and understood.
Pocket Monsters by Katherine Conrad
I think a lot about what makes a monster. Some monsters are beasts, others are people. Some we are afraid of, and some monsters we are more afraid for. Often it is both. It’s hard to pin down exactly what defines a monster, but you know one when you see it.
The monsters in this exhibit are personal to me. I have always drawn monsters to express the feelings I can’t put into words, and the ones here are all representations of emotions. They are pieces from my day-to-day life, and I keep them in my pocket
Smack Dab Dance Fest is Happening!
June 27, 2026
June has arrived, and Smack Dab Dance Fest is officially in full swing.
Throughout the month, dancers, choreographers, and community members are gathering for classes and workshops led by local artists and organizations, creating opportunities to move, learn, connect, and experience the rich diversity of Wichita’s dance community.
Behind the scenes, rehearsals are also underway for two newly commissioned works by Rhiannon Vieyra and Sarah Knapp. Over the coming weeks, these artists and their collaborators will be developing original performances that will premiere as part of the festival showcase.
The festival culminates on June 27 with an evening of live performance featuring companies, independent artists, and cultural organizations from across Wichita. From contemporary dance to culturally rooted forms and interdisciplinary work, the showcase celebrates the many ways dance is practiced, shared, and experienced throughout our community.
Whether you step into a class, attend a workshop, or join us for the performance, we invite you to be part of the festival. Come curious. There’s still plenty of time to jump in.
Sign up for CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS
Sponsored by: Wichita Foundation, Kansas Health Foundation, The Annie Foundation, Kate Bastian, Wichita Arts Council, WSU School of Performing Arts, and Ballet Wichita.
If you have any questions, contact Mina Estrada at mina@harvesterarts.org.
Artist Spotlight
Artist INC Fellows Kent Broberg and Monica Morris participated in the MarkArts 2026 Versus Battle last night, both painting abstract artworks. Kent advanced to the 2-person 2D paint off and was crowned champion. Watch for his show at MarkArts next year featuring exciting new works along with the 3D artist champion.
Copy credit: Catherine Rocky
This Week
Silent Disco Dance Party Fundraiser for Smack Dab Dance Fest
June 11, 2026 | 6-8 PM | 120 E 1st St N Ste 115 | Donation-based Admission
Enter the strange little world of our Silent Disco Dance Party Fundraiser for Smack Dab Dance Lab’s newest endeavor.
A room full of people dancing together. No speakers. No booming sound system. Just wireless headphones, shifting colors, and the occasional realization that the person next to you might be in a parallel dance universe.
You can move between three audio channels: two curated playlists and one community-built “Request Line.” Donate $$$ and you can submit whatever song you want to hear on the Request Line channel. Deep cuts, dance anthems, heartbreak ballads, unhinged chaos … we support your journey.
The result is part dance party, part social experiment, part collective fever dream. All proceeds support the Smack Dab Dance Fest to help sustain adventurous, artist-driven dance experiences in Wichita.
It’s a donation-based admission to join the dance party. Bring your friends and family, your neighbors and nemeses. Dance like everyone’s watching and support local danceartists!
Artmaking and Poetry Night
June 12, 2026 | Doors 6 PM | Show 6:30 PM | 120 E 1st St N Ste 115 | $10 Suggested Admission
Mark your calendar — a night of creativity is coming.
Join us for an evening where every voice is welcome. Headlining poets will be announced soon, so stay tuned for the full lineup.
The night includes:
All are welcome. See you there.
- Live poetry performances
- Open mic — bring your words or just your ears
- Concessions
- Art supplies provided — create while you listen
Get it Together Vendor Market
June 14, 2026 | 1-6 PM | 120 E 1st St N Ste 115 | Free to attend
Keep it Together ICT presents: GET IT TOGETHER!
They are raising funds to bring Friends Keep to life — a real physical space built for connection, community, and good vibes. Come shop local vendors, eat from local food trucks, win raffle prizes, and experience trivia from 3-4 PM. No teams needed — just show up. Come as you are. Stay as long as you want. You might just leave with your new favorite people.
Next Week
Harvester is closed June 18
We will be closed during our regular hours on June 18th for a private event. Thank you for your understanding!
Chasing Chasing Amy Screening
June 18, 2026 | 7 PM | Emily Bonovia Tallgrass Film Center
Tallgrass Film Association Invites you to a special Pride Month screening of Chasing Chasing Amy.
Director Sav Rodgers will host a post-film Q&A and intergenerational conversation for members of the LGBTQ community and our allies
Free admission with:
- Wichita Pride button
- Canned food or Peanut Butter donation for the Table of Hope pantry
- Suggested donation of $5
Visit HERE for more info or to RSVP. Seating is limited.
WAM Partnership: Exhibition on View
Eden Quispe: Narrative Threads
Naftzger Family Regional Creatives Exhibition Series
On view at the Wichita Art Museum
February 13 – August 16, 2026
These object memories are sewn together, painted, and printed on to create quilted collages honoring women whose stitchwork never got its time in the spotlight.
Visit WAM’s website for more information about Eden’s show and about the Naftzger Family Regional Creatives exhibition series.
Have you heard the news?
Harvester is teaming up with Tallgrass for this year’s Tallgrass Film Festival. Prepare for another unforgettable festival season filled with bold independent films, community, creativity, and cinematic magic! Learn more about the partnership.
See the 24th Annual Tallgrass Film Festival poster featuring stunning artwork by Wichita-based artist Lindsey Kernodle.
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