5 Epic Art Stops of EAST 2018
Words by Jessi Devenyns Art by Angela Navarro
Last weekend, we brought you the five must-see stops for the East Austin Studio Tour. After experiencing the first EAST weekend, we found a few unexpected gems that we wanted to share. So if you’ve already hit the highlights, try out something unexpected this weekend and discover one of our new favorite artists.
247. Inés Batlló {Gallery}
Using beeswax, resin, graphite, and pigment, Inés harnesses her chosen art supplies to deliver messages about society and our connection with various existential questions. This year she is reflecting on books and people. Playing with various media, she mixes digital and tactile to recreate the relationship that humans have with books. Are they physical entities or digital words on the screen? Perhaps the answer is in Inés’ work.
916 Springdale Rd, Bldg 1, #105 | inespaintings.com
93. Angela Navarro {Exhibition}
In an exploration of the familiar forms of nature, Angela has turned to the textured layers of acrylic paint to build depth and replicant the mystery and complexities of everyday life. With strong grounding lines and colorful contrasts, her paintings become a maze of color that invites the eyes and mind to explore.
3903 Cherrywood Rd. | angelanavarroart.com
118. Imagine Art {Gallery}
Imagine Art is Austin’s only free, public art studio. As a creative incubator who hosts 65 artists, the magic of this space lies in the purpose behind the exhibition. This 9,000 square foot warehouse strives to transform the lives of artists with disabilities by creating a place dedicated to social change and beautifully curated art.
2830 Real St. | imagineart.net
283. Neena Buxani {Artist Studio}
As an Indian-American artist who grew up on the border of Mexico, it’s no surprise that Neena’s work drips with color. Her use of highly saturated pigments paint the layers of the world and offer a feeling of strength both to her work and to the viewer. With Mexican and Indian motifs traveling throughout her paintings, you won’t help but be drawn into her vibrant world.
916 Springdale Rd., Bldg. 1, #207 | neenabuxani.com
487. atxGALS {Exhibition}
Located in The Studio ATX, atxGALS is hosting a female-centric exhibition full of emerging artists. Featuring a variety of mediums for everyone to enjoy, the aim of this collective is to offer Austin’s female artists more recognition in the art world while giving back to the community through partnerships with organizations that are either in-line, supportive, or have a primary focus on women’s issues.
2400 E. Cesar Chavez St., Ste. 212 | atxgals.org
All stops are open to the public November 17-18 from 11am to 6pm, unless noted otherwise.
