Welcome to Art is Ageless, a program of Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America.
Perry Hunsley never intended to become an artist. “Art was probably the furthest thing from my mind as I was growing up and going to school,” said the Salina Presbyterian Manor resident. “I never took art classes. I couldn’t draw a straight line.” ...
Betty works in her studio at home with Bobo the cat. A little over a year ago, Betty Eller and her husband, Marvin, decided it was time to downsize and live a quieter, simpler life. Having become acquainted with Newton Presbyterian Manor resident Elea ...
Bill Walter recalls his longtime friend, O Weary Tree, in photo and poetry. On a trip out to southeastern Colorado, on a dusty road miles from La Junta, an unusual tree caught Bill Walter’s eye. “I saw this strange looking tree,” Bill said. “Most p ...
Linda McCoy, pictured with her sons Tim and Mike Textile artist Linda McCoy learned about the Art is Ageless® program through her volunteer work as a senior companion at Rolla Presbyterian Manor. Linda has been quilting and doing needlework for mor ...
A Walk around Aberdeen by Ginny Graham The year 2020 has certainly been a challenge and a different year in many ways. The COVID-19 pandemic hit right around the time we were preparing for Aberdeen Village's annual Art is Ageless exhibition. So man ...
"Old-timers Car and Barn" by Lyn Kirk, Parsons Presbyterian Manor, from the 2020 Art is Ageless competition Husband-and-wife artists Lynn and Jan Kirk have both entered the Art is Ageless® competition at Parsons Presbyterian Manor for the past 10 year ...
Betty and Jim Johnson According to Jim Johnson, he and his wife Betty’s decision to move into Independent Living at Arkansas City Presbyterian Manor in October of 2019 was due to one crucial factor. “Old age,” he said with a laugh. In truth, the ...
PMMA (Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America) communities are seeking artists age 65 and older to enter the 2021 Art is Ageless juried exhibits and competitions at the 15 locations in Kansas and Missouri. The events are planned for March, April and May ...
Aberdeen Village independent living resident Judy Otey wanted to come up with a special way to commemorate her husband’s service in the U.S. Navy. As a skilled quilter, it seemed fitting to stitch together a tapestry of his naval memories. She pulled t ...
It’s no secret the Arkansas City greater community is full of talented individuals! We’re excited to highlight seven of them who participated in the 2020 Art is Ageless competition. Featured artist: Wilda Buffo "Dresden Flower Garden" by Wilda Buff ...
