Duke returns to the Art Battle scene after competing in multiple events over the past few years. He uses art therapy to express how he sees the world, exploring different mediums with a focus on painting and inking. His work leans into dank abstract expressionism, often using either the absence of color or heavy, bold tones to shape his designs.

Emily loves painting and wood‑burning, using art as a way to communicate and connect. She focuses on acrylic and wood but enjoys exploring other mediums. Inspired by nature, she teaches and encourages others to be creative. While she experiments widely, acrylic is her go‑to, and she’s always excited to learn new techniques.

Orlandis, also known as Lando Bando Art Factory, is a full-time, self-taught multimedia artist. His bold, unapologetic work celebrates individuality and freedom. From acrylic on canvas to 3D mixed media, he explores diverse textures and forms. He has exhibited solo and in groups, created skate deck artwork, and twice reached the Art Battle finals.

Hi, I'm Sarah Weatherly, a Lincoln-based visual artist returning to art after earning my visual art degree in 2012 and stepping away for several years. My foundation is detailed graphite pencil work, often focused on figures, form, shadow, and quiet emotion.
Recently, I've begun exploring watercolor and mixed media as I move from drawing what I see into expressing more of what I feel. My work is drawn to beauty, nostalgia, femininity, restraint, and the tension between being seen and staying quiet. I want viewers to pause with a piece, feel something personal, and maybe recognize a memory of their own.

I’m a lifelong artist, dabbling in various mediums over the years and experimenting with different styles and techniques. I’ve been personal assistant to other artists and collaborated on works that sit in Botanica Wichita. While I don’t like to box myself into one style you will see certain elements remain unchanged throughout bodies of work.