Stan Balman

Stan has participated in the TECH Art Program since 2016. His favorite subjects to paint include boats and vehicles. Stan loves sharing his artwork with family and friends.

Fun fact | Stan has an incredible singing voice!

Aleen Bell

Aleen has painted in the TECH Art Program since 2016. Her favorite place to sell artwork is in Medicine Lodge, her hometown. She loves creating art and playing Bingo.

Fun Fact | Her favorite past-time is watching soap operas.

Dennis Blick

Dennis has participated in the TECH Art Program since 2017. He loves painting a variety of animals. He enjoys utilizing his creative abilities to paint.

Fun Fact | He LOVES sharing his finished work with family and friends!

Christina Bradfield

Christina loves to paint! She particularly enjoys painting cats, along with seascapes and landscapes. Christina joined the TECH Art Program in 2019.

Fun Fact | Christina is an avid reader and loves crossword puzzles.

Kelli Bringle

Kelli started in the TECH Art Program in 2016. She is best known for her "Holly" (a bright colored cat) painting. Kelli is a social butterfly and doesn't ever meet a stranger.

Fun Fact | Kelli used to only paint with the color purple!

Alexander Brinkley

Alexander has been attending the TECH art studio since 2017, however, just recently started selling his artwork. His paintings often include his interests and hobbies.

Fun Fact | Alexander enjoys creating Perler Bead designs.

Madison Budreau

Madison joined the TECH Art Program in 2017. She has painted 2 original TECH Gala pieces! Madison keeps everyone on their toes as she is quite the prankster.

Fun Fact | Madison graduated from HCC in 2018.

Pam Carey

Pam started the TECH Art Program in 2017. She began by painting silk scarves at the ALS and has done a handful of paintings in the Studio.

Fun Fact | Pam has been in the TECH family for nearly 25 years!

Michelle Day

Michelle started with the TECH Art Program in 2016. Her artistic skills have grown immensely over the years! The biggest lesson she's learned is patience.

Fun Fact | Michelle loves pitching in and lending a hand.

Lisa DeVault

Lisa's been in the TECH Art Program since 2016. She is very particular about the colors she uses in her pieces and takes complete creative license on her art.

Fun Fact | Lisa is quite the sales person of her art!

Stephanie Drews

Stephanie's been painting since 2016. She was quite timid when she started and now is confident in all aspects of her art. Now she loves painting!

Fun Fact | Stephanie has a visual impairment but it doesn't stop her!

Carissa Dunbar

Carissa has been attending the Art Program since 2018. She loves using color in her paintings and often loves painting with country music on in the background.

Fun Fact | Carissa's favorite animal is her dog "Pepper."

Jeff Emrick

Jeff has been a part of the TECH Art Program since 2022. Some of Jeff's favorite subject matters to paint include landscapes and animals.

Fun Fact | Jeff loves to attend Hutchinson Blue Dragon games.

Savanna Givens

Savanna enjoys her days at TECH’s ALS. Art, crafts, and community outings are among her favorites. She is a delight to be around and is always willing to explore new things.

Fun fact: Savanna loves cute and colorful things.

John Healey

John has been painting in the TECH Art Program since 2016. He has shown true artistic talent from day one and can see color incredibly well!

Fun Fact | John enjoys playing basketball, and watching football and hockey.

Lori Hemphill

Lori loves all aspects of the art-making process. She particularly likes to draw and paint in a variety of colors. Lori enjoys watching movies, and listening to music.

Fun Fact: Lori loves playing Bingo with friends.

Patricia Henson

Trish can light up a room with her smile! She has been painting with us since 2019. When Trish is not painting, she loves to be outside or listening to music.

Fun Fact | Trish is SO proud of her purple metallic wheelchair!

Dee Hermes

We unfortunately lost Dee in November of 2023. She absolutely loved taking on new projects and she was always enthusiastic! Dee's positive attitude was incredibly contagious. Her favorite phrase, both in and out of the studio, was "I'm trying."

Carrie Hoke

Carrie loves to paint in the art studio with her fellow TECH artists. She has been painting since 2017 and has grown tremendously since starting! Carrie loves to paint flowers.

Fun Fact | Carrie enjoys putting together puzzles.

Doug Hollingsworth

Doug has been painting with TECH since 2017. His joy is contagious, and he has such a kind heart. Doug has true artistic talent, and he is always eager to learn and grow.

Fun Fact | Doug loves to dance and sing as he paints.

Joey Holmes

Joey started in the TECH Art Program in 2019 and loves learning new techniques. While painting, Joey likes to sing along to music. He loves to bowl and eat with friends.

Fun Fact | Joey competes in Special Olympics of Kansas.

Natalie Hopkins

Natalie has an infectious amount of energy she brings to all of her projects. She has been painting with us since 2017. She is usually painting while singing along to music.

Fun Fact | Natalie's favorite band is N Sync.

Laurie Jarrett

Laure has been painting since 2016 and is always looking for new techniques to try. She has great artist talent and begins each new project with great enthusiasm.

Fun Fact | Laurie did a piece that was over 6' tall!

Robin Martinez

Robin brings a softness to everything she does. She enjoys painting a variety of animals and has participated in the TECH Art Program since 2016.

Fun Fact | Robin has twin grandchildren.

Casey McLain

Casey has been in the TECH Art Program since 2017. He is always eager to start a new painting, and usually has a number of pieces he is working on.

Fun Fact | Casey loves the Kansas City Chiefs.

Marcus Mizell

Marcus loves to paint and enjoys being with his fellow artists as they create together. He has been painting with us since 2017.

Fun Fact | Marcus enjoys going to the library and out to eat with his housemates.

Doug Ricker

Doug has been painting with us since 2018. He enjoys creating Holiday themed paintings and learning new painting techniques.

Fun Fact | Doug enjoys spending time with his family and friends.

Forrest Schowalter

Forrest has been a part of the TECH Art Program since 2018. He has a lively personality and often likes to joke and lightheartedly tease with those around him.

Fun Fact | Forrest has worked at Wal-Mart for over 35 years!

Brock Schul

Brock enjoys painting outdoor scenes and landscapes. He is very particular about his color choices. Brock has been attending the art studio since 2017.

Fun Fact | Brock enjoys playing bingo.

Jerimiah Tolbert

Jerimiah has a joyful energy, which he pours into all of his art projects. He has been painting with us since 2018.

Fun Fact | Jerimiah's "The Rainbow Lion" is featured on one of the buildings in Downtown Hutchinson.

Inez Vieyra

Inez is a hard worker who is always looking for her next project. She enjoys painting animals, particularly horses. Inez has been a part of the TECH Art Program since 2017.

Fun Fact | Inez enjoys attending church.

Jennifer Walton

We unexpectedly lost Jennifer in July of 2021. She was a talented artist, a friend to everyone she met, and a Jesus-loving, independent woman. Jennifer always found the positive in every day and made you feel special when you chatted with her.

Phil Whitley

Phil has been a part of the TECH Art Program since 2016. He has a kind and comforting heart, and it is a continued joy to watch him grow through his work.

Fun Fact | Phil is always quick with a joke and a huge hug.

Donald Wilson

Donald started painting with us in 2021 and enjoys painting subject matter that relates closely to his personal interests and hobbies.

Fun Fact: Donald is very active in the community, participating in bingo and bowling.

Michelle Zahn

Michelle has been in the TECH Art Program since 2016. While in the studio, you can often find Michelle singing as she works, or lending a helping hand.

Fun Fact | Michelle enjoys a variety of arts and crafts projects.