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February 25, 2005

Kansas Wesleyan University Art Department faculty will be showcasing new work in The Gallery in Sams Hall of Fine Arts March 1-18. Work by Bill Hottman, Nicolette Mitchell, Rich Bergen, and department chair Brad Anderson will feature a range of media including drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, and photography.

“This is a chance for our students to see that we are not just teachers, but artists as well,” Anderson said. “It allows them to see us in a different light.”

A special reception for the artists is scheduled for 5-8 p.m. Thursday (March 3) in conjunction with ArtRush, a city-wide gallery walk and arts event in greater downtown Salina. More than 15 venues around Salina will be showcasing art or entertainment for the event and refreshments will be available at many locations.

A special gallery talk is scheduled for noon on March 8 in The Gallery. During the talk, KWU art faculty will discuss their work and answer audience questions in an informal brown bag lunch. Light desserts and drinks will be provided for this event.