Stopped in here yesterday and decided to check out this gallery. There is a large variety of…read morehigh-quality art pieces here. The owner is very knowledgeable about all the items in the store and has recommendations and personal stories about some of them as well. They even have financing for the items in the store if you should want to take advantage of it. I definitely recommend stopping in here if you like quality local art.

This gallery does not pay its artists. We are owed more than $4,000 for pieces they've sold. Do not…read moredo business here if that is not OK with you.

One of my favorite things about working on a college campus are the gems (art, music, dance,…read moretheatre) that are available to enjoy.who knows if the arts can withstand the tide that is currently decimating our history so I won't take it for granted and will experience as much of it as I can. The contemporary, modern and Latin collections in the Blanton, along with the art pieces at Rowling Hall are my favorites.

Blantons is great break from the sun, and a small taste of a variety of classical and contemporary…read moreart. The staff were super friendly. Griffin was a fantastic behind the desk guy. Samantha and Abby were nice docents. Each said hello, were welcoming, and shared their favorite pieces, and spoke competently about the art they were watching over. I got the opportunity to see various immersive works. Ellesworth Kelly has his own building of stained glass images, black and white tiles, and a male totem. My favorite work was in the modern section, but it looked like a classical piece. Pilgrims by Coronel. It looked like a bunch of guys in big hats collaged together - but it's just folks walking by each other. It was a good mix of various eras and modes of art. The light was warm, but not overpowering. And the A/C is working. In the middle of the summer, that last point is a must. As one of the Blue Star Museums, it sponsors a service member and up to 5 other folks entrance into the museum to see the exhibits. It's easily a great hideout from the heat and free for military during the summer. Recommend.

Free day? I'll take it…read more My experience here was nice. The staff was helpful and I was able to check in easily. The art exhibit was cool and it make a statement. The gallery was busy, but spacious. I loved the view upstairs and got really good photos. I want to attend more events here. The bathroom was clean.

I appreciate it as a quiet, cool space for thought-provoking art in the middle of downtown, but if…read moreyou have a limited capacity for museum-viewing, it wouldn't be my top recommendation. It's very small, just two floors plus the rooftop, and can easily be seen in roughly 15 minutes. There are regularly scheduled free admission days, which would be the time to go, if you're curious. I'm glad that I saw it so that I know, and I don't feel like I need to go back.

I love this place and the people that work there! The work they do is very interesting and…read moreimpressive! I have to say the Danger Deeby they put on during the East Studio Tour is a must do event! It was cold this year but the complementary cocktails courtesy of Deep Eddy kept us warm and rooting for the race! I am excited for next year!

This is one of my favorite studios, especially during E.A.S.T. (East Austin Studio Tours) and their…read moreAnnual Art Bazaar (this will be their 6th year). You'll find works by regulars such as Rory Skagen (he decked out the walls in Home Slice Pizza and the Alamo Drafthouse South). So, forget the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar this year. Why pay a cover to see mostly cliche arts'n'crafts that you can see for free at the Pecan Street Festival, and just about any outdoor festival in Austin? At the Blue Genie Annual Art Bazaar (December 6th-24th), you can get in for free, get gifts for your family and friends that you can't find elsewhere, and enjoy an open bar and quality catered food. Just go there, and I promise you won't be sorry. p.s. If you find it a bit tough to find them, they're behind the Goodwill and right next to the Blue Theater.

While visiting Austin, we stopped by the Mexic-Arte Museum because it was within walking distance…read moreof another museum we had planned to visit. It is a small, one story museum that focuses on Mexican culture, history, textiles, and wearable art. The current exhibit featured nearly 90 textile and wearable art pieces created by master artisans from 16 Mexican states, along with documentary photographs highlighting Austin's historic Our Lady of Guadalupe community. The museum also includes informative panels in both English and Spanish, making the exhibits easy to understand regardless of which language you speak. The museum itself is fairly dark, creating an intimate atmosphere that complements many of the exhibits. There were several beautiful traditional garments and textiles on display, and I enjoyed learning more about the craftsmanship and cultural significance behind them. My favorite part of the visit was actually the gift shop. It had a wonderful selection of unique souvenirs, artwork, and locally inspired gifts that were much more interesting than the typical tourist items. The only downside was the size of the museum. I was surprised at how quickly we reached the end. Even taking our time to read the exhibits, we were finished in about 30 minutes. While I enjoyed the experience, it felt a bit underwhelming given how small it was. Overall, it is an interesting museum that is worth visiting if you are already exploring downtown Austin or have an interest in Mexican art, history, and textiles. Just be aware that it is a relatively small museum, so plan your visit accordingly.

In route to the Austin Visitor Center (just a few feet away), I noticed Mexic-Arte Museum…read moreespecially the neon depiction of Guadalupe in the window. It was a place on my bucket list, but never really had time to visit. With a bit of time off this week, I decided to take a peek in. The heavy doors open with a strong push, and you feel transported to a completely different space and time. The museum is quiet, solemn and reverent. The museum is located at the intersection of Congress and 5th. I literally have walked by this museum hundreds of times and not gone in...it is easy to miss if you're rushing by. The museum is dedicated to Mexican, Mexican American, and Latin American art. Rosas y Revelaciones, the current exhibit, celebrates one of Mexico's most enduring spiritual and cultural icons. Featuring wearable and textile works by artists from 16 states across Mexico, the exhibition showcases devotion and innovation through garments inspired by La Virgen de Guadalupe (virgin of Guadalupe.) The galleries are small and intimate. Each gallery appears to have a specific purpose. In addition, after your stroll through the museum, you have the opportunity to purchase some items in their gift shop. It was quiet yet immersive experience.

Love the concept of this little gallery/shop - I totally see the connection between art and…read morescience, and it's nice to see someplace celebrate that. It's not a huge space, but it's well worth a visit. We saw thought provoking works, pieces that made us smile, things that made us laugh, and we contributed to a guest-created collage of Charles Darwin for the gallery's Darwin Day celebration. :) Love the location at Canopy, which has loads of other work/display spaces for all kinds of artists and artisans - I can't wait to go to an Open Canopy (open house) event and see all the wonderful stuff that gets created there.

I'm giving this Art.Science.Gallery a three star not because I don't like it. It's because I wish…read moreit was bigger. I like the concept of seeing science as an art form. When I visit this gallery, they had art about birds. Not only they had paintings but there were screenprints and magnets too. I was disappointed there wasn't more birds because there's a lot of species. The location is where Sa-Ten is located along with galleries and shops. There's plenty of parking and it's worthy of checking out this place whenever you are in the Eastside.

As much a working artist space as it is a gallery, Flatbed really does a wonderful job of…read moreencapsulating the marriage of East Austin and bleeding edge inspiration. It is, essentially, a large warehouse that's been divided into the aforementioned working spaces and gallery strolls, and the provocative and intriguing nature of the work here is always worth lingering over. I might describe what I've most often seen as 'modern art with a conscience' but ultimately one of the things I think that they offer that really moves the creative needle are the classes they offer. Lithography, monotype, relief work, there's plenty going on if you want to learn how to express yourself. Who knows, maybe one day it'll be your work adorning these walls...or others.

"Let me take you upstairs and show you my etchings..."…read more I am a BIG fan of Flatbed Press. I happened upon their printmaking shop not long after they opened in 1989 and I found their compassionate and intense outlook on printmaking and life to be a haven of creativity and brilliance. Katherine Brimberry and Mark L. Smith have the midas touch for choosing an excellent location for their business and committed people to work with... they also retain an artistic integrity in what they do and HOW they do it. Flatbed is a publishing workshop which means they do collaborative work with artists. They also work with other entities on printing limited editions of etchings, monotypes, lithographs... prints. ORIGINAL prints. which may seem like an oxymoron to some, but it makes sense if you have ever seen an edition of etchings. Each print is pulled by hand, each one an original print, from a piece of copper of a piece of zinc that an artist has labored over for years sometimes. Their location in East Austin has an exhibit space, printmaking studio, and office. Gerald Manson, Master Printer Emmeritus, is also the Master of Dry Humor and he loves NPR and great classical music... Flatbed World Headquarters shares space with 8 other creative professionals. Flatbed's workshops are stellar and I would always recommend anything Kathy Brimberry is teaching... Solar Plate would be a good start. Another great beginner class would be Intro to Copperplate Etching with Teresa. If you are a printmaking afficionado, maybe you would enjoy PhotoPolymer Film Intaglio. Mark Smith offers individual 90 minute critiques, which, for the active artist, can be informative, intense, and fun. Flatbed also offers business courses for artists including one about tax tips from a CPA and an internet promo class for artist on how to promote work by increasing web presence. My yelp disclaimer is that I taught printmaking to UT Architecture students at Flatbed for a summer ... If you are looking to buy original art for your home, stop by at one of their gallery exhibits or make an appointment... so you, too, may someday soon be able to say "Let me take you upstairs and show you my etchings..."

What a fantastic fun time! This type of Art Exhibit is so enjoyable that they did a really nice job…read moreon this one and the staff was helpful and took some photos for us as well. We got a ton of really fun pictures but I'm only sharing the one that does not have one of either my wife or Iin it.

This is a cute little art experience. Don't go comparing it to Meow Wolf or anything -- its small…read moresize is one of its best characteristics! Hear me out -- it's not a major time commitment, it allows you to really focus on just a few installations, it's great for young kids, and it's affordable. You can see everything in under 30 minutes or you can spend a bit more time really engaging. They give you an hour, I believe, as part of your time slot. I felt like they did a good job limiting the amount of people coming in at a specific time. It didn't feel too crowded. The art installations were cute. They were interactive in pretty basic ways (climbing, etc.) but I brought my kids who really enjoyed them. If my kids are happy then so am I! I've never brought kids to any bigger art installations but I'd imagine the large scope could get overwhelming. This smaller size felt just right. I had my 3-year-old and my 17-month-old with me. They both had fun climbing and touching things. The price is reasonable and the fact that kids 3 and under are free is a major draw! Really nice staff. They had someone on the floor at all times. She was very friendly and not intrusive (offered just enough advice to be helpful). Their customer service is great as well! The first time I booked, I got sick. It was my daughter's birthday so she went with her daddy and I stayed home with my son. Mesmerize staff was super nice and let me rebook on a different date (weeks later). Believe it or not, I got sick again (been endless with my daughter bringing home bugs from school this season). They were also nice enough to let me push the day back so I could get better before visiting. I really appreciate their flexibility. So even though tickets are non-refundable, they will help you reschedule in case of illness. Parking was easy. Clean bathroom inside. Easy to go in/out (if you have to return to your car). Ultimately, this is a cute date idea that leaves ample time for dinner or a nice way to occupy kids, including toddlers!