Arts & Culture
Galleries
23rd Street Artists' Market
Austin's 23rd St. Renaissance Market features a wide variety of handcrafted items for sale by local artisans, including jewelry, original art, apparel, candles, leather goods and whimsical items. The market offers a truly unique shopping experience where you'll find one-of-a-kind handmade items.Open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Archaic
414 Waller
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 473-8957
Art Amici
Featuring paintings, sculpture and photography from the Americas. Also representing: Alejandra Almeulle, Augusto Broca, David Leon, Fernando Leon, Joseph Phillips, Augustina Rodriguez, and Jorge Sanhueza. By Appointment.
78 San Marcos
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 457-0171
Art on 5th
Gallery owner Joe Sigel came to Austin seven years ago after owning galleries in Santa Fe and California for twelve years. Spacious and museum-like, ART on 5th is a truly comfortable and un-intimidating gallery. Voted Best Gallery in Austin twice by the Austin Chronicle, Art on 5th features not only famous artists like Dr. Seuss, Miro and Picasso, but also a collection of outstanding undiscovered artists from around the world who may be tomorrow's stars in the art world. "Eclectic" and "colorful" is the best way to describe ART on 5th. From more traditional art by impressionist artists such as Leonard Wren, Royo and Marilyn Simandle to the contemporary impressionism of Hessam and Jamali, each room in this large gallery is impressive.
1501 W. 5th St.
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 481-1111
Arthouse at the Jones Center
Arthouse (formerly the Texas Fine Arts Association) was founded in 1911, and for more than ninety years it has advocated for the support of contemporary art in Texas, organizing exhibitions and presenting them in Austin and statewide. From its home, the Jones Center in downtown Austin, Arthouse pursues its mission: to promote the growth and appreciation of contemporary art and artists in Texas. Through its exhibitions and programs in Austin and statewide, Arthouse helps nurture artists careers and deepen public understanding of contemporary art. Admission is always free.
700 Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 453-5312
Arthouse of Ionic Futurism
Featuring the art of Colombian born painter Dalana Castrell--A powerful expression of experience in chromatic-ionic color.
830 W. 3rd St., Suite 1140
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 482-9818
Artworks
Artworks is a full-service gallery operating in Austin since 1985. Located in the historic district of West 6th Street, Artworks offers contemporary art by local, national and international artists in all mediums. Specialties include fine art, custom framing, fine art restoration, blown glass and sculpture.
1214 W. 6th St., #105
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 472-1550
Austin Galleries
Austin Galleries is the premier gallery in Austin, Texas, bringing art, antiques, and clients together since 1964. We offer the largest selection of fine art originals in Texas including bronze and marble sculpture, old master paintings, decorative lighting, impressionist and modern paintings and 19th Century Prints.
1219 W. 6th
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 495-9363
Connect with art and artists through Authenticity - presenting artist made jewelry, ceramics, metal, glass, 2-D art, art cards and more. Located on beautiful, historic Congress Avenue.
910 Congress
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 478-2787
Austin Museum of Art
The Austin Museum of Art (AMOA) – Downtown presents continually changing exhibitions and programs that showcase an array of twentieth-century and contemporary art, including painting, sculpture, photography, prints, and video. To complement the exhibitions, the Museum also presents a broad range of accessible, interdisciplinary, and hands-on public education programs for schoolchildren, families and adults, including gallery tours, performances, and lectures. In addition, the AMOA Museum Store offers a wide range of art-inspired gifts.
823 Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 495-9224
Avenue Gallery
Avenue Gallery is located in the heart of the eclectic South Congress shopping district. Established in 1993 as a custom framing shop, the gallery now also offers a wide variety of gifts, unique jewelry, candles, cards, and home furnishings from around the world. Gallery artists include the black and white photography of Kip Holm, the travel photography of Michele Ramshur, and original art by Sam Hurt.
1510 1/2 S. Congress
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 442-3600
Barry George Sculpture Studio
Sculpture, blacksmithing and garden art.
204 Attayac
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 477-0131
Big Red Sun
1102 E. Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 480-0688
Brian Ellard Gallery
Brian creates multi-media art from numerous raw materials, such as, wood, copper, raw steel, clay, sea glass, foam and Venetian plaster. Much of his art is inspired by the human form and a large proportion of his creations are body forms or some shape resembling a body. With his studio on Lake Travis and Gallery on 5th, both places are available for viewing through personal tours and consultations.
411 Brazos, #110
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 358-4335
Clayworks
Specializing in light sconces and decorative tile, made by hand and fired on the premises. The studio is also known for engraved donor incentive tiles used in fundraising campaigns for schools, churches, museums and other public projects.
1209 E. 6th
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 474-9551
Davis Gallery
Davis Gallery continues the tradition established by Bill Davis at Tarrytown Gallery in 1979. It serves as a home to many of the best local and regional painters, printmakers, sculptors and ceramicists. Bill Davis has consistently promoted a taste and style that has won many critics awards and the respect of Austin's art community.
837 W. 12th
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 477-4929
dberman Gallery
d berman gallery specializes in contemporary American painting, sculpture, and photography, with an emphasis on regional artists. The gallery artists represented include many of Texas' most established artists and some emerging talents. Located in the 1930 Chapline Building, d berman gallery is a contemporary urban exhibition space that preserves the Commercial Deco feel of the historic building. The gallery strives to promote an appreciation for art in Austin, works to forge relationships with artists and collectors, and assists corporate collectors in expanding their collections.
1701 Guadalupe
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 477-8877
DiverseArts is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the multicultural arts scene in Austin. Our ongoing projects include monthly jazz and blues productions (East End Fourth Fridays), a jazz and blues video archive (Blues Family Tree), a mural project and art gallery (Little Gallery), and the Downtown Arts Magazine. We rely on funding from businesses, civic organizations, and caring citizens like you to make all of this happen. If you like what you see and hear, show your love by making a donation to our cause; or, ask us about our volunteer and intern opportunities.
904 Juniper
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 477-9438
Dumont Studios
Linda Dumont is a dynamic artist whose cityscape interpretations of the downtowns of American cities are being recognized as a new "phenom" in America's art scene. Dumont abstracts and views of modern life are equally highly regarded. Her work is owned by collectors in 22 states and several countries abroad, and by the McAllen International Museum. A practicing painter since 1981, she is a graduate of the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. Dumont's studio has been located in Austin, Texas since 1984.
1701 Guadalupe
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 478-7445
East Austin Artist’s Coop
The EastSide Artist's Cooperative provides studio space to photographers, silkscreen designers, and other visual artist. They are composed of people with many different talents and occupations to form this collaborative space.
301 Chicon, #B
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 236-9118
f8 Fine Art Gallery
Like the camera’s aperture, f8 gallery's focus is on fine art photography, but a wide range of works, including oils and mixed media, are also presented. The gallery offers a new exhibition, featuring two photographers and two painters, every six weeks.
1137 West 6th St.
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 480-0242
Fielding Lecht Gallery
The Fielding Lecht Gallery is a partnership between Bill and Pam Fielding and Art Director Suzanne Lecht, a recognized authority on contemporary art in Vietnam. Mainly featuring emerging contemporary artists from Vietnam and Southeast Asia, exhibits include paintings, prints, photography and sculpture. The historic downtown building that houses the Fielding Lecht Gallery is also available as an event space on nights and weekends. For more information, please contact info@fieldinglecht.com.
708 Congress
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 476-0044
Fortney’s
1116 W. 6th
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 495-6505
Francois Photographic Services
309-B Bowie
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 320-0072
Gallery of the Republic
For over thirty years Gallery of the Republic has been providing outstanding selections reflecting the rich heritage of the Lone Star State to discerning clients from all over the world. The handcrafted historic flag recreations produced in their gallery adorn the offices and boardrooms of distinguished Texans and are displayed in the Texas State Capitol, Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, Universities and Court Houses throughout the state.
98 San Jacinto
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 472-3049
Gallery Lombardi
Contemporary Fine Art...Vaudevillian Atmosphere - Gallery Lombardi is pleased to exhibit a variety of Texas artists. All media are shown including video and site specific installations. The Gallery is available evenings for meetings, parties & receptions, call for details.
602-A W. 7th St.
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 481-1088
Gallery SOCO Art & Framing
Offering original works in various mediums, limited edition serigraph & giclee prints, Gallery SOCO also offers posters from an extensive assortment of genres: realism to abstract; traditional to contemporary. In addition to this wide in store selection, the gallery performs an art search to help you locate artwork by hundreds of artists.
1714 S. Congress
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 442-5144
Golden Apple Studios
Golden Apple Studios is proud to present the "The Golden Apple Gallery." They currently have featured in their gallery some of the finest artists in Austin. Come by the studio and see these wonderful works of art in person.
513 E. 6th
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 476-4596
Jack S. Blanton Museum of Art
The nation's largest university art museum and the leading art museum serving the city of Austin and central Texas, the Blanton houses a permanent collection of more than 17,000 works of art from Europe, the United States, and Latin America. From Old Master paintings, drawings, and prints to cutting edge sculptures and multi-media installations, the Blanton's collection serves as the foundation for the wide range of special exhibitions and educational programs the museum presents for the university and Austin communities. The museum is currently completing fundraising for it's 155,000-square-foot new museum building, under construction at the corner of Martin Luther King and Congress.
MLK & Congress
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 471-7324
Jean-Marc Fray Gallery
Directly importing antiques and decorative arts through an extensive network of dealers, auction houses and estates from all over France, the Jean Marc Fray Gallery specializes in fine furniture, and offers an impressive collection of period and style pieces from the 17th to early 20th centuries.
1009 W. 6th
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 457-0077
Julia C. Butridge Gallery at the Dougherty Arts Center
The Julia C. Butridge Gallery is committed to preserving and enhancing Austin’s cultural life. Area artists and arts organizations have 1,800 square feet available for exhibits in all media and subject matter. The Gallery supports excellence in the visual arts by providing opportunities for every individual to experience the arts.
1110 Barton Springs Road
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 397-1455
Kathy Womack Gallery
Located in the heart of downtown Austin, one block from the historic Driskill Hotel, it's luxe, plush decor and unusual furniture make this gallery stand out. Original acrylics, limited edition prints, bronzes and high-end porcelain dinnerware featuring the Women and Wine™ series are available. In addition, nudes, society portraits, and still lifes by Womack are available. Works in bronze, glass, metal and ceramics by other selected artists are also on exhibit.
411 Brazos, #100
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 288-0238
La Peña Gallery
La Peña is an interdisciplinary cultural and educational organization dedicated to the enhancement of art in all its forms. La Peña's mission is to support artistic development, to provide exposure to emerging local visual artists, musicians, poets and other performing artists, and to offer Austin residents the full spectrum of traditional and contemporary Latino art.
227 Congress
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 477-6007
Lora Reynolds Gallery
300 West Avenue, #1318
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 215 4965
Lotus Gallery
Lotus Asian Art & Antiques Gallery brings together exquisite Asian artistry from the Han Dynasty to today's prolific talents. Lotus houses ancient and contemporary art, antiques, and decorative elements from across Asia. Featured works include sculpture, fine pottery, paintings, textiles, furnishings, and hand-painted screens and scrolls.
1201-B W. 6th
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 474-1700
Lucky Lizard Curios and Gifts
412 E. 6th
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 474-4343
Maya Star
1508 S. Congress
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 912-1475
Mexic-Arte Museum
Mexic-Arte Museum is dedicated to cultural enrichment and education through the presentation and promotion of traditional and contemporary Mexican, Latino, and Latin American art and culture. Founded in 1984, Mexic-Arte Museum has emerged as the Official Mexican & Mexican American Fine Art Museum of Texas. Mexic-Arte Museum is 1 of 3 Mexican art museums in the United States. The Museum is located on the corner of 5th Street and Congress Avenue. Museum Admission fee is $5 for adults, $3 for Senior Citizens/Students, and free for children under 12 (except school groups).
419 Congress
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 480-9373
Mi Casa
A trip to Mi Casa is a voyage for the senses. The exotic fragrance of home-blended citrus-spice potpourri; the enchanting music of the Americas and other romantic ports of call and the vivid colors and rich textures of antique and vintage woods, iron, leather, textiles and pottery provide a stimulating yet balanced environment one is unlikely to find elsewhere.
1700 S. Congress
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 480-9797
Moss Miciotto
Ceramics and pottery.
1200 W. 5th
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 474-9901
Out East Arts
1209-C W. 6th
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 989-1539
Positive Images
1118 W. 6th
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 472-9028
ProArts Collective
810 E. 13th
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 236-0644
Prototype Vintage Design & Style
1700 1/2 S. Congress
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 44-PROTO
Russell Collection
The Russell Collection is a World Class gallery filled with museum quality art. They set out to offer something different to the serious art collector in central Texas.
The Russell Collection feels confident that they have succeeded in establishing and maintaining their vision by acquiring only the finest pieces from various sources. Some of these include private collections, auctions, estate sales, directly from the artist or the artist family. With their resources they have access to collections worldwide. If you don't see something on their walls ask them. They may be able to find it.
1137 W. 6th
Austin, TX
(512) 478-4440
Shorelines Galleries
Step through the doors of a Shorelines Gallery, and leave the stress and strain of everyday life behind. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature heightened by the refined touch of fine artists and craftspeople. Like a tide pool shining with treasures, the gallery glitters with unique combination of art media that includes something for every taste and budget. Shorelines Gallery is proud to represent world-class works of jewelry, glass art, wood and metal sculpture, bronze sculpture, lithographs, and original paintings.
221 W. 2nd St.
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 322-9661
Spazio
Where you live affects how you live: your outlook, your relationships, your success. Great design can transform your space--whether it is your primary residence, your second home or your office—and your life. Founded in 1999 by Lytle Pressley, SPAZIO was established to provide enduring designs for your space. Featuring the best collection in contemporary art and furnishings, our showroom houses selections from the world’s premier designers & manufacturers of home furnishings, lighting systems and decorative accessories for the discriminating consumer. The gallery also shows original works of art in painting, sculpture and other media that complement the design inherent in the home furnishings.
1214 W. 6th
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 474-5768
Stephen L. Clark Gallery
The Stephen L. Clark Gallery presents contemporary fine art photographs with an emphasis on Texas, Mexico, and the American South. We also enjoy access to all available fine art photographs, both nationally and internationally. We are located in a unique historic house in the heart of Austin.
1101 W. 6th
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 477-0828
Studio 107
Studio 107 was created to establish a dialogue among contemporary artists and to introduce contemporary art to more of Austin.
The works shown at Studio107 are edgy, contemporary, humorous, and technically excellent in execution, concept, implication or all three. The artists who show in this space are dedicated to producing high quality art even if it means late nights after a hard day's work somewhere else. They strive to challenge their peers to achieve a higher level of perception.
411 Brazos, #107
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 477-9092
Taylor Gallery
1157 Chicon
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 663-8348
Urban Roots Gallery
Explore the contemporary world of sweeping cityscapes or enjoy a new twist on a classic female form. A blend of natural and industrial influences, Urban Roots Gallery is the destination for a one-of-a-kind art experience.
1202-A W. 6th
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 913-8604
Volitant Gallery
Volitant Gallery, a ground-breaking and adventurous contemporary art gallery in Austin, opened its doors on April 15th, 2006 at 320 Congress Avenue (southwest corner of 4th & Congress). In addition to the work with international artists, Volitant seeks to nurture and celebrate Austin's local art scene, which constitutes an important geographic contingent of artists whose work, as a whole, comprises a rich and significant addition to the greater American scene. Volitant Gallery is available to rent for your next corporate event or special occasion. Please contact them for further information.
320 Congress, Suite #100
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 236-1240
Wally Workman Gallery
In business for 20 years in Austin, Texas, the gallery represents original works by such artists as Will Klemm, Teri Jonas, Gordon Fowler, James Janknegt, Sarah Higdon, Erin Cone, Barbara Clubb, Victoria Smith, Lynn Noelle Rushton and Jean Laman.
1202 W. 6th
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 472-7428
West 6th Street Artists’ Market
The West 6th Street Artist's Market is a festive outdoor art fair, featuring a variety of work by independent artists from Austin and Central Texas. Open every Sat. & Sun, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
709 W. 6th
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 698-8099
Wild About Music
Wild About Music Inc. (WAM) is the world’s first and only art and gift gallery dedicated entirely to music. They represent over 100 local, national and international artists and carry thousands gift items all entirely dedicated to music They are in their 14th year of operation bringing the spirit of music and its celebration in art and gifts to musicians and music lovers worldwide.
115 E. 6th
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 472-7428
Women & Their Work
Women & Their Work is a statewide non-profit contemporary art gallery and gift shop that features Texas women artists. Now celebrating our 25th Anniversary, Women & Their Work presents over 50 events a year and serves over 5000 AISD school children with educational workshops and programs. Located at1710 Lavaca in the Austin Arts District.
1710 Lavaca
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 477-1064
Yard Dog
Yard Dog Folk Art specializes in folk, outsider and self-taught art of the American South. Many of the artists whose work they carry are well-known to those familiar with the field, while others are either known only to a few or are recent "discoveries."
1510 S. Congress
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 912-1613
Zollo Studio
Zollo Studio is dedicated to the time honored techniques of stained glass. James Zollo designs all aspects of each individual project, inspired by the masters and craftsmen of the past.They offer a wide range of service and styles, from Arts & Crafts to Prairie Style, to Art Nouveau, East Lake, to Gothic, Victorian to Floral and Landscape Windows made popular by Tiffany & LaFarge.
1213 W. 5th
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 477-1377