Brazilian Art Installation at SXSW
SXSW this past week featured a pavilion touting the allure of Sao Paulo in Brazil. In addition to the good vibes, there was something for the modern art lover too,…
Honor, An Artist’s Cultural Essay
The Texas Performing Arts and Fusebox brought the erudite and witty exposé Honor, first commissioned by The Metropolitan Museum of Art, to our city for a series of performances and…
Without Borders, a Solo Exhibition by Táhila Moss
When I first set eyes on Táhila in a dark corridor outside DORF I was drawn into her green electric eyes reflecting back to me all the words ever written,…
Embracing Complexity: Roi James’ Critical Journey Through Pain, Art, and Self-Acceptance
Roi, in French, means king. Roi James Burgess changed his birth name from Roy to Roi to escape his tormented childhood. Little did he suspect he’d grow into a man…
Lunar Art at Armadillo Christmas Bazaar 2024
Austin’s Armadillo Christmas Bazaar began in 1976. One of its founders, Bruce Willenzik, recently stated “The favourite thing for me is watching a young up-and-coming artist with a sense of…
Austin’s Armadillo Christmas Bazaar: A Celebration of Art, Music, and Holiday Spirit
When you think of Austin’s Armadillo Christmas Bazaar, what likely comes to mind are its iconic Western and Southwestern-inspired art, handcrafted jewelry, and nostalgic photography, such as the 1940s and…
BLANK SPLENDOUR: Caught between Infinity and Finitude
““Never can there be anything more between us,” Lady Grace said passionately to Lord John, as she rebuffed his marriage proposal. “Never, no, never!” Aghast and defeated, he sank after…
Gauguin in Houston
Paul Gauguin (1848 – 1903) is usually referred to as a French painter, but that is deceptive. While born in France, his grandmother was a Peruvian-born Spanish aristocrat. Just one…
Dorf Gallery – A Village with a Loud Voice
Compared to cities like Houston and Dallas, which have mature art audiences—collectors, donors, patrons of the arts, and nationally recognized museums—Austin has been slow to achieve this status. Its museums…
Austin Classical Guitar Gives Teens Hope
I was fortunate to chat over lunch with the effusive and humble Matthew Hinsley, founder of Austin Classical Guitar (ACG), who has been a dedicated community arts organizer in Central…