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Fliers4nothin Taps Into Austin’s Keep It Weird Art Culture

June 20, 2016 by Talena Ramnath Leave a Comment

fliers4nothin Fliers in Austin

fliers4nothin, a project founded by a local graphic design artist, depicts funny political and social commentary on colorful, simple fliers (Credit: fliers4nothin)

You may have seen neon fliers posted around East 6th Street or South Congress with simple designs bearing funny commentary. The messages depict living in Austin, politics, being a millennial and beyond. Friday evenings are usually the best time for spotting them, as the newest versions appear on street poles and bar flier boards as part of a project dubbed “fliers4nothin.”

“If you’re looking for secrets on the street, you might laugh and you might enjoy the city a little more. I’ll enjoy the city a little more because I get to place secrets around the street for all of the people,” the artist behind the project shared with a laugh. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Arts, Culture Tagged With: eastside

Austin Creative Alliance Tackles Affordability Issues Facing Local Artists

April 26, 2016 by Guest Blogger Leave a Comment

Austin Creative Alliance Summit

Community leaders and local artists gather to address the issues facing Austin’s creative community

Guest article by Alicia Santiago

“Convening is what we can and should be doing,” Shea Little declared as he kicked off an interactive summit about turning Austin’s boom into opportunities for arts, culture and society on April 19, 2016.

Little is co-founder of Big Medium and East Austin Studio Tour, and Board Chair of Austin Creative Alliance, which hosted the event at KLRU Studios. Throughout the evening, approximately 200 community leaders and creatives heard from Austin artists and organizations about specific issues they are facing as a result of the economic boom and rapid population increase in the Texas capital. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Arts, Culture

Curiosity Encouraged During West Austin Studio Tour 2016

April 14, 2016 by Kelli McDonald Leave a Comment

West Austin Studio Tour

DUE WEST takes place on the opening night of the West Austin Studio Tour group exhibition (Credit: Big Medium)

Now in its fifth year, WEST (West Austin Studio Tour) takes place over two weekends in May. Participants are encouraged to seek out remarkable works of art during this free, self-guided tour.

On May 14-15 and May 21-22 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. daily, artists and galleries open their doors to interact with patrons who want to see their work, talk about technique and inspiration and purchase artwork. This event is the perfect opportunity for artistic discovery west of I-35. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Arts, Culture, Entertainment, Events

B Scene at Blanton Museum With Art, Drinks, Live Music

February 22, 2016 by Kelli McDonald Leave a Comment

B Scene Blanton Museum of Art Event

The night is just getting started at Blanton Museum of Art

Blanton Museum of Art’s quarterly event, B Scene, offers open art galleries, crafts, food, drinks, dancing and live music. At this unique party, visitors get an exclusive experience of The University of Texas at Austin’s beautiful art museum. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Arts, Culture, Entertainment, Events, Museums Tagged With: blanton museum of art, ut

Clara Bensen: Austinite, Adventurer, Author of No Baggage

January 26, 2016 by Kelli McDonald Leave a Comment

Clara Bensen and Jeff Wilson on International Trip with No Baggage

Austinites Clara Bensen and Jeff Wilson have taken five trips without baggage. Bensen says it keeps getting easier (as long as the climate is consistent).

A book deal was far from Clara Bensen’s mind when she embarked on a three-week journey through Europe, alongside a recent OkCupid date, with no luggage. For some, this form of travel might sound too anxiety-ridden. But for Bensen, it was a personal experiment in celebrating the possibilities of life and love. [Read more…]

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Russell Collection Exposes Austin to Fine Art Masters

November 4, 2015 by Kelli McDonald Leave a Comment

Lisa Russell Owner Russell Collection Fine Art Gallery

Lisa Russell, owner of Russell Collection Fine Art Gallery in Austin. (Credit: Russell Collection)

Picasso, Pissarro, Chagall, Cassatt, and this month, Dali! These highly regarded personalities in the art world have all graced the walls of Austin’s Russell Collection Fine Art Gallery.

This month’s event, Salvador Dali: The Argillet Collection, will attract seasoned art lovers and introduce many curious Austinites to a wonderful collaboration between Lisa Russell, owner of Russell Collection, and Christine Argillet, owner of Salvador Dali: The Argillet Collection. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Arts, Culture Tagged With: gallery

10 Illuminating Art Pieces from Pop Austin 2015

October 23, 2015 by Kelli McDonald Leave a Comment

Pop Austin at Fair Market

Fair Market on Pop Austin’s opening night

Pop Austin International Art Show took place this past weekend from Oct. 23-25. This year’s theme was “Illumination,” as the United Nations deemed 2015 “The International Year of Light.” Pop Austin featured laser, neon, LED and holographic artwork and installations. Guests of all ages were immersed in light, while experiencing pieces from local and international artists.

The location of the event was Fair Market on 5th Street, with a satellite gallery at Circuit of the Americas. I was able to check out both shows, so here’s a peek at what I saw, in no particular order. Maybe you’ll be inspired to attend next year’s show! [Read more…]

Filed Under: Arts, Culture, Entertainment, Events

Jack Sanders’ Outdoor Art for Drawing Lines Now Open to the Public

October 6, 2015 by Guest Blogger Leave a Comment

Artist Jack Sanders Drawing Lines

The artist, Jack Sanders (Credit: Stevan Alcala)

Guest article by Dana Sayre

Drawing Lines is a city-wide multi-media public arts project intended to foster discussion, connections and awareness around the recent restructuring of City Council districts here in Austin.

The project pairs an artist with each of the city’s newly drawn City Council districts to create a place-specific work. Drawing Lines examines culture’s role in the creation and transformation of a sense of place, as well as how to include the process of making art in conversations about Austin politics.

[Read more…]

Filed Under: Arts, Culture

One of Austin’s Weirdest Homes: Sharon’s Folk Art House

September 22, 2015 by Kelli McDonald 1 Comment

Sharon's Folk Art House Living Room

Sharon’s Folk Art House living room

When I visited Sharon’s Brentwood home during Weird Homes Tour 2015, I was in awe. Her 1,500-square-foot home peeked out from behind a tall front yard garden. The tour cryptically dubbed the location, “Sharon’s House,” so I wasn’t sure what to expect at first.

[Read more…]

Filed Under: Arts, Culture Tagged With: weirdest homes

Arts, Athleticism Shine with Blue Lapis Light Performances

September 15, 2015 by Leah Nyfeler 1 Comment

Blue Lapis Light Performance

Blue Lapis Light performance (Credit: Earl McGehee)

For some, hitting the dance floor can be challenging. Imagine executing those same moves while hanging in air. Now, take that scenario to the side of a downtown building, underneath the I-35 bridge, or suspended from 25-foot high scaffolding.

Welcome to the world of Austin’s Blue Lapis Light.

Blue Lapis Light is a site-specific dance company that combines the art of dance and music, athleticism, aerial silks and the drama of Austin’s skyline into unique yearly shows. Their current performance, Edge of Grace, serves additional functions. It gives the public a look at Blue Lapis Light’s new south Austin studio location, while celebrating 10 years of creative performance and educational outreach. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Arts, Culture, Entertainment, Et Cetera, Events, Non-Profits Tagged With: dance

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