Almost Real Things

Almost Real Things
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We are gathered here today to celebrate creative exploration and collaborate with people of a unified pursuit: improvement of life through doing. So do. Make. Create. There is no definition. There are no limits.

Carissa Cornelius’ Curious Creatures

Illustrator Carissa Cornelius has created her own vivid world of bright colors and fantastically quirky creatures. Her work is simultaneously detailed and gestural, occasionally political, and always entertaining. We especially...

Patrick Hobbie Makes His Art Come Alive

For local artist Patrick Hobbie, art is meant to evoke emotions, no matter what they may be. I first came across the artwork of Patrick...

J-Anthony’s Official Mark on Music

It’s official, in more ways than one. J-Anthony has released his newest single “It’s Official” as his anthem informing the world that he has...

Creative Intentions with Gage Kelsey

Austin artist Gage Kelsey never stops creating. Luckily, we squeezed in a little time to ask about his artistic process. Do you have any routines...

A Lot More Country from Michael Van & The Movers

A Little More Country feels like a lot more country to me after listening through the new album from Michael Van & The Movers. Michael...

Experience the Ambiance of Gentoo

Listening to Gentoo’s new album Structures feels more like an experience than just a passive activity. I think that is the point after all, to...

A Field Guide to Texan Cinema

Austin is a city most commonly praised for its music scene, its tacos, and its many species of rare and exotic facial hair, but...

Illustrations by Jon-Michael Frank

The first time I came across Jon-Michael Frank's work was when browsing around the prints in Parts & Labour. I found one that struck...

Drips: A Solo Art Adventure by Random Direction

Start the year off right with a solo art exhibit by local artist, Random Direction! Complimentary drinks by Tito's vodka and Lone Star Beer ...