MATERIAL MOVES Part 2: APRIL BEHNKE, PAUL LOUGHNEY, BETH HUMPHREY, MICHAEL WILLE

October 1, 2026

This week April Behnke, Paul Loughney, Beth Humphrey, and Michael Wille join us to talk about their work in the upcoming group exhibition Material Moves. The exhibition is a survey of contemporary artists exploring a variety of materials and process’s to create dynamic abstract works.

The exhibition opens on Friday October 9th, from 6-9 PM at Water Street Studios in Batavia, IL.

April Behnke: Website/Instagram
Paul Loughney: Website/Instagram
Beth Humphrey: Website/Instagram
Michael Wille: Website/Instagram

MATERIAL MOVES, Part 1: GINA HUNT, NEIL CALLANDER, ELLIE DALE ANDERSON, BILL CONGER, JASON RAFFERTY

September 17, 2026

This week Gina Hunt, Neil Callander, Ellie Dale Anderson, Bill Conger, and Jason Rafferty join us to talk about their work in the upcoming group exhibition Material Moves. The exhibition is a survey of contemporary artists exploring a variety of materials and process’s to create dynamic abstract works.

The exhibition opens on Friday October 9th, from 6-9 PM at Water Street Studios in Batavia, IL.

Gina Hunt: Website/Instagram
Neil Callander: Website/Instagram
Ellie Dale Anderson: Website/Instagram
Bill Conger: Website/Instagram
Jason Rafferty: Website/Instagram

ANNA SPEER

August 21, 2026

August 21st, 2026

This week, Anna Speer joins the podcast to talk about her paintings, which combine found images within surreal environments.

Anna’s work was part of our emerging artist exhibition Crisp, that took place at at Studio Break Gallery.

DONOVAN WIDMER 3

July 30, 2026

July 30th, 2026

This week, Donovan Widmer returns to the podcast to discuss his recent work for his solo exhibition: Jewelry Abdjecthood that opens at Studio Break Gallery on Saturday August 8th, 5-8 PM.

Donovan has been featured on Studio Break episodes: 94 & 202, and 348.

LINDSAY MUELLER

July 17, 2026

July 17th, 2026

This week, Lindsay Mueller joins the podcast to discuss her background and current studio practice, which explores themes of landscape in her richly colored paintings that are layered over heavily textured plaster surfaces.

Her work is also included in our emerging group exhibition Crisp at Studio Break Gallery through August 1st.

CAROLINE WINGERD

July 2, 2026

July 2nd, 2026

This week, Caroline Wingerd joins the podcast to talk about her studio practice, which incorporates a variety of print media, material exploration, and play to create unique prints, installation, and sculpture.

Her work is also included in our emerging group exhibition Crisp at Studio Break Gallery through August 1st.

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MATERIAL MOVES Part 2: APRIL BEHNKE, PAUL LOUGHNEY, BETH HUMPHREY, MICHAEL WILLE

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MATERIAL MOVES Part 2: APRIL BEHNKE, PAUL LOUGHNEY, BETH HUMPHREY, MICHAEL WILLE

Abstract, Painting, Mixed Media, Sculpture, Art Gallery, Arts Organization, Collage, Color, Conceptual, Found Materials, Geometric, Installation, Process

10/1/26

October 1, 2026

The exhibition opens on Friday October 9th, from 6-9 PM at Water Street Studios in Batavia, IL.

April Behnke: Website/Instagram
Paul Loughney: Website/Instagram
Beth Humphrey: Website/Instagram
Michael Wille: Website/Instagram

Abstract, Painting, Mixed Media, Sculpture, Art Gallery, Arts Organization, Collage, Color, Conceptual, Found Materials, Geometric, Installation, Process

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BROOKS CASHBAUGH

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September 25, 2026

This week Brooks Cashbaugh joins the podcast to talk about his recent figurative paintings for upcoming exhibition From Inside the House, that opens Saturday October 10th from 5-8 PM at Studio Break Gallery in West Chicago.

This exhibition was developed through our 2024 Studio Break Professional Competition by Marc Mitchell, Curator & Director of Exhibitions at the University of Arkansas.

Painting, Art Gallery, Color, Photography, Abstract, Figure, Narrative, Surrealism

9/25/26

MATERIAL MOVES, Part 1: GINA HUNT, NEIL CALLANDER, ELLIE DALE ANDERSON, BILL CONGER, JASON RAFFERTY

Abstract, Painting, Mixed Media, Sculpture, Art Gallery, Arts Organization, Collage, Color, Conceptual, Found Materials, Geometric, Installation, Process

9/17/26

MATERIAL MOVES, Part 1: GINA HUNT, NEIL CALLANDER, ELLIE DALE ANDERSON, BILL CONGER, JASON RAFFERTY

Abstract, Painting, Mixed Media, Sculpture, Art Gallery, Arts Organization, Collage, Color, Conceptual, Found Materials, Geometric, Installation, Process

9/17/26

September 17, 2026

The exhibition opens on Friday October 9th, from 6-9 PM at Water Street Studios in Batavia, IL.

Gina Hunt: Website/Instagram
Neil Callander: Website/Instagram
Ellie Dale Anderson: Website/Instagram
Bill Conger: Website/Instagram
Jason Rafferty: Website/Instagram

Abstract, Painting, Mixed Media, Sculpture, Art Gallery, Arts Organization, Collage, Color, Conceptual, Found Materials, Geometric, Installation, Process

9/17/26

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9/11/26

SHERI RUSH

Abstract, Painting, Mixed Media, Sculpture, Color, Ceramics, Craft, Drawing, Landscape

9/11/26

September 11, 2026

This week Sheri Rush joins the podcast to talk about her work that explores themes of landscape and nature through her vibrant paintings and ceramic works.

She currently has an exhibition with Matt Irie: The Threshold, that runs through September 22nd at The Robert T. Wright Community Art Gallery at the College of Lake County.

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9/3/2026

HANNAH PARRETT & GRANT TRIMBLE

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9/3/2026

September 3, 2026

This week Hannah Parrett and Grant Trimble joins the podcast to talk about their upcoming collaborative exhibition Interiors, that opens Saturday September 12th from 5-8 PM at Studio Break Gallery in West Chicago.

This collaborative exhibition was developed through our 2024 Studio Break Professional Competition by Marc Mitchell, Curator & Director of Exhibitions at the University of Arkansas.

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9/3/2026

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ANNA SPEER

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August 21st, 2026

This week, Anna Speer joins the podcast to talk about her paintings, which combine found images within surreal environments.

Anna’s work was part of our emerging artist exhibition Crisp, that took place at at Studio Break Gallery.

Process, Abstract, Color, Painting, Collage, Drawing, Figure, Surrealism

Art Gallery, Mixed Media, Process, Craft, Conceptual, Jewelery, Metal, Sculpture, Trompe-l'œil

7/30/26

DONOVAN WIDMER 3

Art Gallery, Mixed Media, Process, Craft, Conceptual, Jewelery, Metal, Sculpture, Trompe-l'œil

7/30/26

July 30th, 2026

This week, Donovan Widmer returns to the podcast to discuss his recent work for his solo exhibition: Jewelry Abdjecthood that opens at Studio Break Gallery on Saturday August 8th, 5-8 PM.

Donovan has been featured on Studio Break episodes: 94 & 202, and 348.

Art Gallery, Mixed Media, Process, Craft, Conceptual, Jewelery, Metal, Sculpture, Trompe-l'œil

7/30/26

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7/17/26

LINDSAY MUELLER

Art Gallery, Mixed Media, Artist Residency, Process, Works on Paper, Abstract, Color, Landscape, Painting, Watercolor

7/17/26

July 17th, 2026

Her work is also included in our emerging group exhibition Crisp at Studio Break Gallery through August 1st.

Art Gallery, Mixed Media, Artist Residency, Process, Works on Paper, Abstract, Color, Landscape, Painting, Watercolor

7/17/26

ERIKA b. HESS, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR OF CHAUTAUQUA VISUAL ARTS

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7/10/26

ERIKA b. HESS, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR OF CHAUTAUQUA VISUAL ARTS

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7/10/26

July 10, 2026

This week Erika b. Hess returns to the podcast to talk about the Chautauqua Visual Arts Program at the Chautauqua Institution. The program, which was founded in 1909, features a residency program, visiting artists and faculty, public lectures, and exhibitions by professional and emerging artists at The Fowler-Kellogg Art Center & Strohl Art Center.