Hunky’s Cedar Springs is proud to announce its Art Show & Auction on Wednesday, Sept. 17, a vibrant celebration of art, community, and local culture. The event, held during Pride in Dallas Week, will bring together neighborhood personalities, artists and supporters for a fun evening that will benefit the Cedar Springs Merchants Association.
The highlight of the event will be a series of custom portraits by Texas artist Becca Waugh, who has created whimsical, one-of-a-kind artworks inspired by classic Hunky’s menu items. Each portrait mixes food, fun, and personality — turning corn dogs, hot dogs and burgers into cheeky works of art.
These portraits will be auctioned to benefit the CSMA, helping sustain and enrich the neighborhood.
The CSMA plays a vital role in strengthening and celebrating the Oak Lawn community. Through signature events like the Cedar Springs Wine Walk and the Clover Classic Golf Tournament, CSMA raises funds that directly support neighborhood beautification, safety initiatives, and small business advocacy.
The association also serves as a unifying voice for merchants, helping preserve the historic and cultural character of Cedar Springs while fostering growth and inclusivity. By bringing people together through festivals, fundraisers and neighborhood improvements, CSMA ensures that Cedar Springs remains a vibrant, welcoming destination for residents and visitors alike.
This year’s auction will feature portraits of CSMA board members alongside Dallas’ most recognizable personalities, including:
• Kevin Miller, CSMA President
• Lee Daugherty, CSMA Secretary
• Jason Preston, CSMA Treasurer
• Chad Mantooth, CSMA Wine Walk Committee Chair
• Donnesh Amrollah, CSMA Clover Classic Committee Chair
And community personalities such as:
• Leo Cusimano, Publisher, Dallas Voice
• Liquor Mini
• Brad Pritchett, Chief Experience Officer, Dallas Museum of Art
• RAMRODD, Fashion Designer
• Steve Kemble, America’s Sassiest Lifestyle Guru
• David Hearn, Founder, Greg Dollgener Memorial AIDS Fund
• Wayne Smith/Cher
• Patti Fink, Co-Host, KNON
• Adam Medrano, Former Councilman
• Mikey Nguyen, Owner, Caven Properties
• David Taffet, Host, KNON/Lambda Weekly
• Christine Bengston, Former Head of Caven
• Cassie Nova
• Jason Hanna & Joe Riggs Family, Founders of the Teddy Bear Party and stars of Back to the Frontier (Magnolia Network)
• Wesley Smoot, Founder, Unleashed LGBTQ+ Festival
A general reception from 7:30-9 p.m. is open to the community. Horse d’oevres, wine, frozen margaritas and daiquiris will be served. A suggested donation of $10 at the door supports CSMA.
— David Taffet
