Piece featured in ‘Visit KC’ New Video
I have a piece featured in the ‘Visit KC’, ‘The New Midwest: Forward Momentum’ This was filmed while the piece was on display during the Figurative Show at the Hilliard Gallery
Artist Spotlight: Sharon Charmley and Benjamin Parks I Figurative Works II Award Winners
Thank you Foundry Arts Center for the write up!! Artist Spotlight: Sharon Charmley and Benjamin Parks I Figurative Works II Award Winners March 27, 2019 Sharon Charmley How did you first become involved with art? I have always been interested in art, and I can recall that even in elementary school, I was the kid […]
12th Annual Contemporary Figurative Art Show
Excited to be a part of this exhibition! Show opens April 5th, 2019 12th Annual Contemporary Figurative Art Show Press Release For Immediate Release Show opens April 5th, 2019 opening reception is 6-9pm Hilliard Gallery 1820 McGee St Kansas City, Mo 64108 816-561-2956 www.hilliardgallery.com Gallery Hours: Tues-Friday 10-5, Sat 12-4 and by appointment Show runs […]
Paying Tribute to the Muse
Showing a piece at this show! thanks Vanessa Lacy Gallery! “Paying Tribute to the Muse” is Vanessa Lacy Gallery’s March group exhibition revolving around the theme of the artist’s muse. Historically nature, lovers, children, and industry have been muses to some of our most famous artists. What inspires you to take action, to create, or […]
Foundry Arts: Figurative works II
I was honored to recieve a Jurors choice award at this show! February 22 – April 5, 2019 OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, February 22, 5:30 – 8:00pm THE EXHIBITION Portraiture has played a major role in the history of mankind. Leaders and saints from Sumerian times to modern times have their likeness immortalized in art. Since […]
In Progress
In Progress is a sneak peek of two upcoming larger bodies of work: a “Portrait Series” and the much anticipated “Family Series” which explores loss, alienation and family.
11th Annual Human Form Show
Show opens April 6th, 2018 Excited for this show. So many great artists, its an honor to be a part of. Show opens April 6th, 2018 opening reception is 6-9pm Hilliard Gallery 1820 McGee St Kansas City, Mo 64108 816-561-2956 www.hilliardgallery.com Gallery Hours: Tues-Friday 10-5, Sat 12-4 and by appointment Show runs […]
P&M Artworks
It was such an honor to be in the show … thank you Patricia B Glenn and Michael J Pronko MD … u are beautiful people! This talented young man was a featured artist for the P&M Artworks #SecretSalon held in January. Please take moment to look carefully at the work of #BenParks as the […]
Press from Pitch regarding The Wires Collaboration
“The Lawrence Arts Center’s Nine Forty Live series has showcased innovative local and regional musicians for the past five years. But its reputation perhaps leans on tried-and-true singer-songwriter bookings more than it does on classical or concert music. The series is open to all genres, but you’re less likely to run into John Cale than […]
Lawrence Arts Center
It was a pleasure to have a piece showing at the Lawrence Arts Center and have an interactive performance happening at the same time.