John Pirtle has been involved in Wichita’s local art scene for more than twenty years. He graduated from WSU in 2010 earning his BFA with an emphasis in studio arts. He has been a part of several group and solo art shows. His artwork can also be seen throughout the city in several public murals he has painted for multiple local restaurants. He has contributed to the Keepers on Parade campaign having painted statues for Evergy, KU Medical Center, and Sedgwick County Medical Society. Pirtle recently was crowned the 2-D champion in Mark Arts Versus Live Art Battle. (pictured)