Exhibition reception, 10/13/24

On October 13th, 2024, a brunch reception was held at the Mulvane Art Museum to celebrate the current exhibition, Women of Abstract Expressionism. Composer Michael Udow and choreographer David Parsons, dear friends of Rita, performed an improvised percussion and dance response to the artwork. This exhibition will remain up through the end of February 2025.

photos by Connie Gibbons and Greg Mosier, 2024

Exhibition: Women of Abstraction Expressionism

AUGUST 2024 - FEBRUARY 2025

This exhibition celebrates the women who contributed to the development of Abstract Expressionism in the mid-twentieth century. Often unknown, working in the shadow of their male counterparts, or creating in isolation from the centers of the art world, these women pushed the boundaries of abstraction in painting. Featured artists include Rita Blitt, Elaine de Kooning, Helen Frankenthaler, Lee Krasner, and Joan Mitchell.

Updated Kansas City Sculpture Map

Since the early 1980’s, Rita Blitt’s monumental sculptures have been installed in Kansas City and the surrounding metropolitan area. Some of the works have been moved from their original locations, and can be viewed in public spaces, hospitals, theaters, and cultural centers throughout the area.

Click here to view the map of Rita Blitt monumental sculptures in the Greater Kansas City area updated in 2024.

Five Year Celebration at the Rita Blitt Gallery and Sculpture Garden, Mulvane Art Museum, Washburn University

Upcoming Exhibition at Michael Warren Contemporary, Denver: April 18 - May 20

Sculptural Joy I, 2020.0013, acrylic on paper, 22 x 30 inches

From April 18 to May 20, Michael Warren Contemporary in Denver, will be exhibiting Rita’s recent works. Please stop by!

Michael Warren Contemporary

760 Santa Fe Drive

Denver, CO 80204

Open Tuesday - Saturday 11-5

Rita Blitt Gallery Celebrates Its Fifth Anniversary

The fifth anniversary of the opening of the Rita Blitt Gallery and Sculpture Garden, located on Washburn University campus, was November 3, 2022. Since its grand opening, the gallery has hosted countless visitors and devotees to the arts, whether it be for special events, monthly Art Walk visits or simply to appreciate the integrity of the gallery itself. In addition to hosting various exhibits, the Blitt Gallery has solidified itself as a key space for creative and thought-provoking events. In the past five years, the gallery has hosted several beloved events including the annual Washburn WIFI Film Festival, Black History 101 Mobile Museum, the First Friday Art Walk, and other special film screenings and poetry readings.

Sculpture Installation at Johnson County Community College, Olathe, Kansas

I am so excited that my six foot acrylic sculpture has been installed at JCCC’s Olathe Health Education Center in Olathe, Kansas. The sculpture is part of the Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art contemporary art collection.

"Ascension" Sculpture Unveiling Ceremony

Kansas City Kansas Community College celebrated the unveiling of Rita Blitt’s new sculpture "Ascension" on July 15th. The piece was commissioned by the college to be placed in front of the new residence building Centennial Hall.