Also, Artworks takes ‘A Closer Look’
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The Kokomo Art Association was “blown away” by the ingenuity on display at Artworks Gallery during its 2nd Annual Recycled Art Show Awards Reception on March 28. The exhibition highlights the incredible ability of local artists to find beauty and purpose in everyday objects.
“An exhibition of this scale is a true community effort,” the association stated. “We are deeply grateful to our sponsors, Howard County Recycling District and Duke Energy, and to the visitors, volunteers, and donors who make these unique shows possible.”
The 2026 Recycled Art Show was a testament to what happens when people stop seeing “trash” and start seeing “treasure”. The 2026 winners include:
1st Place: beccA — “ALLEY,” created using egg cartons, newspaper, old mail, Greentown glass, and thread balls.
2nd Place: Jarred Marquart — “Jaws-ome: We’re Gonna Need a Bigger Toolbox,” crafted from a hammer, bearings, transmission gears, and saw blades.
3rd Place: John Stieglitz — “Rock of Ages Lighthouse,” built with papier-mâché, cardboard, used To-Go cups, and stripped copper wire.
People’s Choice: John Penrod — “Dragon,” masterfully assembled from spoons, handles, and ladles.
Honorable Mention: Alyson Hatcher-Kendall — “SEEN AND HEARD,” a complex piece featuring found objects, metals, wax, and beads.
Artworks takes ‘A Closer Look’
The Kokomo Art Association’s centennial year is all about celebrating the incredible talent that defines a creative spirit, and the current exhibition at Artworks Gallery is a perfect example. The association invites the community to experience “A Closer Look,” an exhibition by the talented Deb Edwards.
Edwards’ work is a masterclass in detail, capturing the quiet majesty of nature and wildlife with a precision that truly demands to be seen in person. Whether a long-time collector or simply looking for inspiration during your lunch break, art aficionados will find this show offers a moment of serenity in the heart of downtown.
The exhibit is on display at Artworks Gallery, 210 N. Main St., Tuesday–Saturday, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., through May 29. A reception for the artist will take place at Artworks during First Friday on Friday, May 1, from 5:30-8 p.m.
Prints of some of the art on display will be available. The association urges patrons not to miss a chance to see the world through Edwards’ eyes. This exhibition is here for a limited time, and many of the stunning original pieces are available for purchase.