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Art is Ageless® winners announced Wichita Presbyterian Manor recently hosted a reception for the winning artists in the annual Art is Ageless juried competition. “We are honored to exhibit artwork by seniors,” said Amy Watson, life enrichment director. “Art is Ageless is unique in featuring only the works of artists age 65 and older. Our artists prove that art, in any form, is an ageless ambition.” Winners in the Wichita Presbyterian Manor Art is Ageless juried competition were: Best of Show (professional): Henry “Skip” Kreibach, “Churn ‘N Apples” Best of Show (amateur): Gary Stahl, “Our New Home” People’s Choice: Hope Just, “Yukon Gold Panner” Christmas (professional): Nancy Luttrell, “Evening Snow Scene” Christmas (amateur): Carol Renshaw, “Hide Away” ART, continued on page 2
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Jane Elliott and her son Mark Shelton, a heavy metal rock star with an international following. For more photos, check out the online version of this story at WichitaPresbyterianManor.org.
Heavy Metal Mom When Janet Elliott was studying to become a classical violinist and music teacher, she probably never dreamed that her performance would wind up on a heavy metal rock record. Much less two. But that was before her son, Mark Shelton, became an international star with his long-running band, Manilla Road. Formed in Wichita in the late 1970s, the band still tours Europe and the U.S. Janet, who recently moved to the Westerly Residences at Wichita Presbyterian Manor, has been an integral part of the band’s business almost from the start. Manilla Road created its own label, and Janet became a BMI publisher to help them maintain control of their music publishing. She still helps keep track of royalties and disbursements. “It was probably because of me coming to her and saying, ‘Mom, we don’t know how this works, can you help?’” Mark said. “We made it a family affair between all of us in the band.” Janet said she got a book on the music business and read it “very thoroughly.” Her husband attended a workshop for entrepreneurs at Wichita State University. Both of them were music educators in Wichita public schools, and Janet also taught music at Friends University. Mark grew up in a musical household, hearing everything from jazz to classical to country. He started piano when he was 5 and went on to learn many instruments. MOM, continued on page 6
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Schmidt, “Cape Blanco Lighthouse”
Drawing (professional): Fredric Cowart II, “Post Rock Country Corner”
Photography (professional): Paulette Mattingly, “Blue Iris”
Drawing (amateur): Mary Davis, “A Summer Storm” Mixed Media/Crafts (professional): Nancy Wiechman, “American Indian Profile” Mixed Media/Crafts (amateur): Brenda Robertson, “Blue Green w/ Silver Pendant” Needlework (amateur): Mary Wallingford, “Jesus is Lord” Painting (professional): Rita Zaudke, “Varenna Morning” Painting (amateur): Marilyn
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is published monthly for residents and friends of Wichita Presbyterian Manor by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Learn more at PresbyterianManors.org. Dawn Veh, executive director Jill Coleman, marketing director To submit or suggest articles for this publication, contact Amy Watson, life enrichment director, awatson@pmma.org.
Photography (amateur): Jean Stahl, “Garden Solitude” Quilting (amateur): Nancy Kreibach, “Glacier Star” Sculpture/3-D (amateur): Leland Alexander, “Trophy Shelf-Lodge Pole Pine” Local competition winners will join winners from 17 other Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America communities to be judged at the masterpiece level. Winning entries at the masterpiece level may be selected for publication in PMMA’s annual Art is Ageless calendar and note cards. For the competition, works must have been completed in the past five years. Started in 1980, Art is Ageless is an extension of Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America’s wellness programs, which focus on mental, physical, social and spiritual health. The program encourages Wichita Presbyterian Manor residents and other area seniors to express their creativity through its annual competition, as well as art classes, musical and dramatic events, educational opportunities and current events discussions throughout the year.
Jean Stahl, first place Photography (amateur), “Garden Solitude.”
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Campus to celebrate grand opening with festivities Excitement is in the air as we celebrate the completion of Wichita Presbyterian Manor’s revitalization project, May 3 through 7. When we consider all who have contributed to this project, our employees, donors, strategic partners, Wichita community leaders, resident families and of course our exceptional residents, we are overwhelmed with gratitude. The Wichita Presbyterian Manor team is preparing for an entire week of festivities as we rejoice with all of the wonderful people who have joined us along this journey. • Tuesday, May 3, Resident Dinner Our residents will enjoy a one of a kind dinner experience in all our dining rooms and the Bistro during regular dinner hours with live music and a menu that has been thoughtfully planned for such a joyous occasion. We hope you can join us!
• Wednesday, May 4, Campus Dedication Community leaders, strategic partners and donors will join us for a special dedication service to celebrate the ongoing commitment to our mission: “To provide quality senior services guided by Christian values.” • Thursday, May 5, Family Picnic Family members will accompany their loved one for a relaxing
evening picnic on the front circle drive with delicious food and tons of fun. • Saturday, May 7, Open House We are inviting guests to come and tour the beautiful spaces that have become home to our residents. Our guests will have an opportunity to tour a couple of residences and explore the stunning amenities all while enjoying some of Chef Dany’s signature hors d’oeuvres.
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Art is Ageless® winner Gary Stahl donates painting Gary Stahl was stumped about what to paint next after last year’s Art is Ageless® reception. Life enrichment director Amy Watson had a suggestion: why not paint the new entrance to Wichita Presbyterian Manor? Gary did. At this year’s exhibit, he took the Best in Show ribbon for his oil painting, “Our New Home.” “It was a surprise to me,” said Gary, a west Wichita resident. “The competition was so stiff, I thought I’d be lucky to get anything.” Gary has been entering up to three works in the Art is Ageless competition for at least seven years now, with several winners under his belt. One of his favorite memories is traveling to Topeka with a group
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of other winners to see their artwork exhibited in the Governor’s Display. And his photograph of two birds, “Waiting for Lunch,” is featured in Gary Stahl presents his painting, “Our New Home” to Amy Watson, life enrichment director. this year’s Art on, he said, so she would divide up is Ageless calendar. large pieces of cardboard and spray But painting is Gary’s number one paint them white. pastime. As a former design engineer He put his paints aside for several in the aviation industry, he invests years, however, when his interest in his paintings with precision. Gary sports cars took over. Gary joined takes photos of his subject—often a racing club and owned a series of buildings, cars, including three different MGs, a sometimes Porsche 924, an Alfa Romeo Julieta, landscapes— and an Austin Healey. “I did that and paints for 12 or 15 years, and then I got them to scale, married and decided it was time to with accurate quit,” he said. perspective.
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Growing up, Gary learned to paint from his mother. They didn’t have canvases to paint
After Gary’s painting won top honors at the Art is Ageless show in March, below. He decided to donate it to Presbyterian Manor. “I painted six buildings this year, and I gave them all away,” he said.
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Scenes from Art is Ageless
Mary Davis, first place winner, Drawing (amateur), with “A Summer Storm.”
Chester Benat, second place winner, Photography (amateur).
Paulette Mattingly, first place winner, Photographry (professional), with “Blue Iris.”
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In Manilla Road, he has been the lead singer and guitarist, and writes most of their songs.
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Janet is diplomatic about Mark’s music. “There are some I like better than others, and he has been known to do some mellow stuff I like very much,” she said.
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When the band was recording its third album in the 1980s, Mark asked his mom to play piano on one track. In the 2000s, he enlisted her again—this time to play violin.
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Mark gives his mom a great deal of credit for his success, from playing small clubs in Kansas 40 years ago to having a huge European following today. Being a musician takes patience and diligence, he said.
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“She’s been instrumental in keeping me focused, that’s for sure. I don’t think I would have or could have stuck with it as much as I did without her influence,” Mark said.
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“I’m proud of him. He’s worked hard for it,” Janet said. Mark said he hopes anyone who loves music will gain from it the things that he did. “One thing they instilled in me, and the people they taught in school, is how important music can be in coping with life.”
Independence Day holds memories Independence Day marks the middle of summer and holds many fond and patriotic memories. Do you have a memorable Fourth of July story to tell? For seniors, maintaining independence is important to quality of life. How do you maintain your independence while living on a senior living campus? What did you gain by moving to the campus? What surprised you about campus life? If you’ve got a story to share about independence, contact Life Enrichment Director Amy Watson, and your story could be featured in an upcoming edition of Community Matters.
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