Maven Gallery

05/30/2026

It was incredible to hear share about his story, process, and technique behind his work. Thank you to everyone who joined us last night!

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05/21/2026

You’re invited to Maven Gallery as we welcome acclaimed photographer for his first visit to Wichita.

Join us for this short artist talk as Xan shares the stories & technique behind his photography exploring everyday life around the world.

Friday, May 29, 6–7pm

Casual.
Come-and-go.
New work will be on view!

“I take pictures and I’m inspired by all those small and invisible things that happen around us, the ones we take for granted…like people walking…” –Xan Padrón

05/12/2026

For more than 20 years, Babak Tafreshi has photographed the relationship between our planet and the night sky through his project The World at Night.

This image from Yosemite National Park captures a full hour of Earth’s rotation around Polaris, illuminated only by moonlight rising over the valley floor.

A remarkable blend of patience, science, and artistic vision.

05/01/2026

Come see us tonight! 5-8pm

Experience astrophotography and night sky imagery this at Maven Gallery! 🎨

The World at Night featuring Babak Tafreshi showcases astrophotography that merges art and science to capture the night sky alongside Earth’s landmarks revealing global connections through shared wonder of the universe.

🗓 May 1 | 5 to 8 p.m.
📍 Maven Gallery, 3238 E. Douglas Ave.

Find all events at firstfridayict.org.

05/01/2026

I came to Santorini for this image.

But as the sun neared horizon, I was at water level, looking up at the cliff where I should have been standing, several hundred feet above us.

My Dad was on this shoot with me. I looked at the sun. Looked at the *endless* stairs upward. Looked at him.

“You think we can do it?”

“Absolutely.”

We started climbing with bags full of gear, racing against the sun. I knew it would be worth it.

It usually is.

iOS, Santorini. 2008. Photo by . Available today.

04/28/2026

During his time in Kansas, our featured artist went to the Flint Hills at night to photograph bison as part of Maven Gallery’s ongoing Kansas Series.

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04/22/2026

The Earth, as seen through the eyes of the artists we represent here at Maven Gallery. Today, we’re reminded that every landscape, every sky, every moment of light is both inspiration and responsibility.

🌍Happy Earth Day! 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) our newest addition,

04/22/2026

Come see us for First Friday ICT on Friday, May 1st!

Experience astrophotography and night sky imagery this at Maven Gallery! 🎨

The World at Night featuring Babak Tafreshi showcases astrophotography that merges art and science to capture the night sky alongside Earth’s landmarks revealing global connections through shared wonder of the universe.

🗓 May 1 | 5 to 8 p.m.
📍 Maven Gallery, 3238 E. Douglas Ave.

Find all events at firstfridayict.org.

04/22/2026

Wow what a weekend! Thanks to all of you who came out to the opening of our newest exhibition, The World at Night, featuring National Geographic photographer .

Come see us Saturday 10–4pm, or send us a message and we'd be happy to show you around another time.

This show runs through June 1st, so be sure to stop by and see it!

Special thanks to our exhibition partner and to for creating beautiful art food for the evening.

04/18/2026

See you tonight 6-9pm !!
Opening reception of The World at Night by National Geographic Photographer