Get to Know Us
The Talbot Street Art Fair has brought years of art to the historical Herron-Morton neighborhood located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis, Indiana. This annual, summer fair brings together gallerists, collectors, art professionals, and art lovers of all ages, and gives them the opportunity to engage in conversation, build community relationships, purchase art, and get inspired by our talented regional & national artists.
Putting together such a well-loved event wouldn't be possible with the dedication and hard work of our committee. We're proud to introduce this year's team that strives to make the 2024 fair just as memorable.
Gayle Herrli
President
While working as a Home Care Hospice Nurse, I began working in clay in 1985. It allowed me self-expression of joy and gratitude, a celebration of life. I am primarily self-taught but have taken several workshops to develop my skills.
Since I work independently in my studio I enjoy interacting with people at art fairs and exhibitions. I feel very successful when a child comes into my booth and belly laughs while playing in the fountains. Working as an artist with Artmix of Indiana allows me to combine my art and past nursing career by volunteering teaching clay at Peyton Manning’s Children’s Hospital.
It is a gift to be able to make a living doing something I truly enjoy on all levels.
Taylor Walker
Vice President
Taylor is a self-taught Fine Artist & Illustrator with a BA in Graphic Design from Purdue University. She's an Expressionist painter that's inspired by nature and animals, and seeks to enhance its natural beauty through a vibrant, rainbow color palette in her watercolor and acrylic collections.
In 2021 Taylor's watercolors became recognized by Indiana Artisan, earning the distinction of being among the best in Hoosier Craftsmanship. Her work can also be found locally at 2 artist coops: CCA Gallery & Gifts in downtown Carmel, and Art IN Hand Gallery in Zionsville. She's also an instructor with MyArt and Painting to Gogh, and participates annually in the Zoo's Naturally Inspired Paint Out.
Christine Davis
Treasure
Christine has been specializing in Raku fired ceramics for 20 years. The firing process and unpredictable nature of Raku fascinates her. She graduated from IU with a BA in Art History and English lit. Christine is an Indiana Artisan and founding member of Art In Hand cooperative in Zionsville. Her work can be found at Art In Hand, Indiana Artisan gallery in Carmel and Spears gallery in Nashville IN.
Bob Mandich
Show Director
Bob has over a decade of hands-on experience in the art fair circuit. He began as his wifes assistant many years ago, and became an integral part of the Talbot Street Art Fair in 2018. In 2022 he stepped into the role of Show Director. Over the last 30 years he has specialized in business management, streamline operations and fair enhancement, and customer service. With a passion for art and a knack for organization, he is dedicated to ensuring that the weekend at the Talbot Street Art Fair is a memorable and enriching experience for all involved.
Kelly Jenkins
Zapplication Manager
Kelly has always had a love of glass, starting with her fascination with the lime green, fluorescent glass rock in her brother's fish tank. Her journey with glass art started later in life after taking a stained-glass class as an adult. Stained glass didn’t quite fit, but once she discovered kiln formed glass, the universe opened up new creative doors. Kelly shows her work at art fairs in the Midwest as well as at the CCA Gallery in Carmel. She also teaches glass jewelry at the Indy Art Center.
Talbot Street Art Fair Committee Members
Jenny Ambroise
Susie Ardelean
Kassie Calhoon
Sue Christiansen
Christine Davis
Nathan Foley
Jason Goslen
Gayle Herrli
Kelly Jenkins
Ken Kiefer
Joanne Kisner
Cassie Kobets
Tom Lorch
Bob Mandich
Heidi Mandich
Emily Ohland
Deanna Poelsma
Steve Munn
Stephanie Rossell
Peggy Salle
Dee Schaad
Jon Salamone
Taylor Walker
Bob Wallace
Gayle Weiner
Ron Weiner
Gina Weathers
Tammy Shuler
Anne Waskom