6 Best Art Galleries in East Austin
Visit Some of The Most Colorful Spaces in Austin
Words Clarissa Jane | Photos Will Bowling
In a city full of creatives, it should come as no shock that displayed all over East Austin are some of the most talented works by local artists. Read on, and you’ll find six of many galleries you should add to your next outing.
Ivester Contemporary
Displaying a variety of artistic mediums, Ivester is the proud host of gorgeous, fine art pieces adding unique conversation pieces to any home or office space. The way gallerist, Kevin Ivester, operates his business is at the center of connecting artists to the community built from support and interest. Stay on the lookout for their upcoming events to meet the artists in person.
ivestercontemporary.com | 916 Springdale Rd., Bldg. 2, Ste. 107
Lydia Street
At this contemporary fine art exhibit, gallerist Deanna Miesch brings a tender approach to the venue with her specialty in Art Therapy, hosting her practice in a private studio inside the gallery. The gallery itself displays work from mid-late career artists not only from Texas but also from several other places around the country. The current exhibition Gabriele Galimberti: The Americans & Toy Stories, will be on display until May 12, 2024. Lydia Street will participate in the Affordable Art Fair at the Palmer Events Center May 16 through May 19. Deanna will also be showcasing her own work at Lydia Street Gallery from May 31 until June 30.
lydiastreetgallery.com | 1200 E 11th St., #109
Central Machine Works
Currently highlighting artists exclusively signed with Spaceflight Records, these musicians prove they have quite the eye for the visual arts as well. “Friends of Spaceflight Group Show” showcases the broad talent of artists who have a passion for inclusivity and stripping away at the economic barriers of the arts. Central Machine Works, on the other hand, is a large brew pub that offers rotating exhibits from various artists and mediums. central-machine-works.com | 4824 E Cesar Chavez St.
RichesArt
Located in the heart of East 6th, RichesArt Gallery has been gifted the title of “Austin’s Best Gallery” while featuring local artists, clothing, events, and even art classes. As this city’s Premier Black-Owned Art Gallery, Richard successfully expresses his heart through the art displayed in his gallery. He specializes in watercolor, bringing the true sensual nature of art to life, captivating the community with his expression of beauty. richesart.com | 2511 E 6th St., Unit A
grayDUCK Gallery
Housed in a refurbished 100-year old house, and bringing together both vintage and modern, grayDUCK Gallery is home to not only art pieces but also poetry readings, film, music, and performance art. Only open Saturdays and Sundays, this gallery makes for the perfect date night, solo stroll, or group outing for anyone wanting to experience a variety of mediums.
grayduckgallery.com | 2213 E Cesar Chavez St.
Rubina Art Gallery
Using primarily oils and watercolors as the medium, Rubina Anjum’s visions are centered around our beautiful planet Earth. What’s extraordinarily beautiful about this exhibition is Anjum’s conjunct poetry, effortlessly blending her work with words for the viewer to better digest the overall experience.
rubinaart.gallery | 2103 Tillery St., Unit A
