Lauren Martinez is the recipient of the second annual Launch Award through Harvester Arts and the Wichita State School of Art, Design and Creative Industries (ADCI).

Martinez will work with the 2019 Riverfest/Harvester Arts Artist-in-Residence, George Ferrandi. She will also receive a $1,000 stipend.

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