A new addition to the local art scene will soon make its debut in downtown Little Rock. The Window on Sixth, a hybrid pop-up gallery and event space, is set to open in September at 112 W. Sixth St., joining the ground-level business lineup of Sixth House Wellness Studio, Bella Vita Jewelry and Handle Barbershop.
Artists and filmmakers Rhonda Leigh Baber and Thomas James Deeter are behind the new venture, which will feature an array of creators, mediums and community-driven experiences, and will operate around events and appointments rather than traditional foot traffic.
“It’s more like a boutique — intimate, intentional,” Deeter says. “When we open our doors, it’s because something worth showing is happening. This creates a kind of anticipation and magic for our collectors.”
We caught up with Deeter, who also serves as curator, to learn more about The Window on Sixth.
What inspired you to bring The Window on Sixth to life?
TJD: We wanted to create something beautiful and lasting — a cultural space that doubles as a portal. When we first saw the window, we didn’t just see a gallery; we saw possibility, a whole new life. We want to keep that energy. The Window on Sixth is both a reflection of our personal rebirth as artists and a place where others can discover — and collect — that same transformative energy. We built it for people who value stories, originality and timeless pieces that don’t just decorate a wall but deepen the atmosphere of a room.
You mention wanting to “[blend] the electricity of in-person events with the reach” of social media. How do you intend to do that?
TJD: What that means, quite literally, is that every event we host will also be live on the internet. We’ve built The Window on Sixth as a working studio as much as a gallery: equipped for livestreaming, storytelling and live shopping. So when we host an art show, we’re not just selling to the people in the room, we’re selling to collectors across the world in real time. I might stand in front of a painting, describe it, share the story behind it and if someone watching remotely wants to buy it, they can. Whether it’s on TikTok, Instagram Live or private platforms, we’re extending the reach of the gallery while preserving its intimacy. It’s still a personal experience, just with more doors open.
Your events fall into three categories: In The Window, Salon 6 and Innuendo. What was the thought process behind that structure, and what can visitors expect at each?
TJD: As multifaceted artists working across film, music and visual art, we’ve long rejected the outdated idea that you have to stick to one thing. The Window on Sixth is our creative playground, and we’re inviting our community to play, too. The three event series were designed to hold space for every kind of expression.
In The Window is our main gallery format. It’s focused on visual art shows presented in tightly curated three-week runs. We don’t keep inventory. Each show is a limited, immersive moment. We’re also open to presenting fashion collections through this format. Later this year, we’ll launch an online gallery with drop-shipped fine art prints to extend each artist’s reach.
Innuendo is our evening series for live performance. We’re not a band venue. Instead, we curate intimate, high-concept experiences: a hip-hop artist or poet accompanied by a DJ, a one-act play, performance art or experimental sound. It’s an open stage for bold, magnetic presence. Every performance is streamed live and professionally recorded for future sharing, giving artists both the spotlight and the replay they deserve.
Salon 6 is built around the art of objects and ideas: artisan products, books, vinyl drops, listening sessions, concept unveilings. Think of it like an unboxing video brought to life, with an audience and a conversation.
What can you tell us about what you’ve got lined up so far?
TJD: We’re opening the In the Window series with [my exhibit] “Jump the Gun, The Art Show That Deletes Itself.” We want to set the tone and test our platform. After that, we’re proud to present Eddie Love on Oct. 3, a Fayetteville-based painter whose work lives in collections alongside Warhol and Basquiat. He’s the kind of artist we seek out: prolific, poetic and powerful. Each show after that continues the journey — curated artists who bring meaning and magnetism. Our first Innuendo event will be legendary hip-hop artist Arkansas Bo’s “Grown Azz Show” Sept. 19.
What role do you hope The Window on Sixth plays in the Little Rock art scene and in the city at large?
TJD: We’re here to nurture what already exists and help shape what’s coming next. We’re not claiming to reinvent the scene — there’s incredible work already happening in Little Rock. We simply want to be part of that momentum, to contribute our own expression and to create a space where others can do the same. That’s what The Window on Sixth is all about.
We invite people to book events here and curate with us, and if you’ve done something somewhere else, expect it to feel different here.
We also want to help reframe how people view Little Rock as an art destination. There are world-class artists in Arkansas and world-class collectors, too, many of them just haven’t met yet. The Window on Sixth is where those worlds converge. Our goal is for someone to look at a piece and say with pride, “I got this in Little Rock.”
The Window on Sixth will officially open with “Jump the Gun” on Friday, Sept. 5. Visit the gallery’s website for more information, and follow along on TikTok and Instagram for updates.