June Final Friday
June 26th through July 26th
It’s that time of the year—Midsummer Night on Mass is here! Known to locals as Sidewalk Sale, this event will coincide with Final Friday, meaning there will be no shortage of fun art and great deals down on Massachusetts Street!
The Phoenix Gallery will be hosting a sale on our front sidewalk from 4pm to 10pm, and the deals only get better as the night goes on!
In the Phoenix Gallery Underground, we will have the “Lawrence Potters Guild 2026” Final Friday Exhibition, featuring a variety of ceramic works by members of the guild! Bringing together ceramicists of all ages across Lawrence, the Guild offers a variety of opportunities for its members to create, promote their work, and build community and connections. In addition to their Final Friday show, the Lawrence Potters Guild will be having a separate sale of their own in the Phoenix Underground’s Studio Gallery.
In the Upper West Gallery, we have local artist Brian White’s show “Layers of Grace”. With 25 years of art and design experience, Brian is constantly trying new styles and themes. More recently experimenting with pointillism oil paintings on a large scale, Brian works layer after layer of color, building up obscure imagery to be discovered by the viewer.
You can meet the artists and gain insight into their exhibitions on opening night, June 26th from 6 pm to 10 pm.
The Lawrence Potters Guild Sale will take place from 4pm to 9pm on June 26th.
Opening night music will be provided by local musician Alonzo Beardshear from 6 pm to 8 pm.
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Lawrence Potters Guild
Lawrence, KS
“We are a collection of ceramic artists from Lawrence, KS and surrounding areas.
Our guild is dedicated to fostering a passion for pottery and ceramics, offering a welcoming space for both novice and experienced artisans to explore their creativity. We believe that working with clay is not just about crafting functional art but about connecting with oneself and others. Our talented members come together to share techniques, experiences, and inspirations, transforming raw materials into stunning pieces that reflect our collective love for this timeless art form.
At Lawrence Potters’ Guild, we offer a range of activities, from workshops and classes to collaborative projects and exhibitions. Whether you’re interested in hand-building, wheel-throwing, or glazing techniques, our resources and supportive environment will help you discover your unique artistic voice. Join us in celebrating the beauty of pottery, making lasting friendships along the way, and become part of a vibrant community that thrives on creativity, craftsmanship, and the joy of making”.
The Lawrence Potters Guild Sale will take place from 4pm to 9pm on June 26th.
You can find the Lawrence Potters Guild exhibit in the Phoenix Underground Gallery of the Phoenix Gallery.
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Brian White
Lawrence, KS
Artist Statement
Brian has worked in art and design for over 25 years. His recent works include large-scale Abstracted Pointillism oil paintings, mixed media, and block prints. He currently lives in Lawrence, Kansas, with his wife Jenni (also an artist) and their children, where both keep studios. Brian is exploring biblical stories and themes from a fresh, therapeutic perspective, and he enjoys experimenting with new styles and techniques in painting, printmaking, and mixed-media collages.
Artist Biography
Brian has worked in art, design, and communication arts for over 25 years. He loves to try new styles and techniques in painting, printmaking, and mixed-media collages. He is constantly pushing the boundaries of what he can accomplish with mixed medias and likes to work in a variety of styles and sizes. Brian also works in block prints and relief prints with linoleum. Brian lives with his wife Jenni (also an artist) and three kids in Lawrence, Kansas where their studios reside.
Brian is also the founder and Creative Director of Brian White Design in Lawrence. He directs the studio’s strategic and creative growth while also serving as senior designer on many client projects. Enthralled by the color, layout, pattern, and typography of branding, Brian loves to apply this outlook to clients and businesses. He brings an abundance of national branding industry experience to the table and has developed a strong foundation in interactive brand strategy. Brian enjoys connecting and collaborating with outside agencies and design studios that share similar loves in brand and interactive design.
You can view Brian's work in the Upper West gallery at the Phoenix Gallery
To view his work online or to purchase, please click here.
