ART Ahead: A New Accelerator for Emerging Austin Creators
About ART Ahead Our ART Ahead Accelerator provides resources and opportunities to a select group of creators to further their creative careers. For each cycle, we will choose between 4-6 emerging creators in Austin and provide them with a stable, community-driven support system that focuses on collaboration and personal growth. Selected artists will receive: A […]
Recalling Google’s Drawing De-bot-cle
Google debuted a new visual AI at CES earlier this year to much anticipation. The creation, nicknamed Andy Warbot, was made as a rival to the drawing bot Microsoft premiered in 2018. Unlike Microsoft’s bot, Google touted that Andy Warbot works from audio commands to create unforgettable imagery. During the demonstration, handler Glenn Glorbak, started […]
HEB Outlaws Processed Foods, Shoppers Fill Carts With Nothing
The fight against processed food has finally been won. After a six-week standoff with HEB, protesters were pleased to learn the grocery giant gave in to their demands. As of two days ago, processed food was outlawed in the store. “It’s been a long road but it was time well spent,” one of the Organic-izers […]
Find out which HEB parking lot grackle you are based on your favorite Harry Potter book
Sorcerer’s Stone The OG. First in the lot and still hanging on. Due to his old age, is slow to food and often left hungry by faster birds. Chamber of Secrets Mysterious. Sits in the back of the parking lot watching. Has secrets, obviously. Prisoner of Azkaban Aggressive. Weeks of pent-up rage make this bird […]
These 4 Westlake Squirrels Have More Money Than You
Matthew It would be impressive if you bought a Tesla. It’s expected that Matthew has at least two. Margaret Margaret enjoys sunbathing. Especially on her boat docked outside her $1.5 Million house on Lake Travis. William William can regularly afford to eat at restaurants with names you’ll never be able to pronounce Elizabeth Living in […]
LIT LANGUAGE
Hey Fam! Ready for a game? Lit Language will test your knowledge of generational slang from the past few decades. Draw a line to each decade’s closest synonym. We started you off with a couple because let’s be honest, keeping up with the times is hard AF. If you’re 20 and reading this… just wait. […]
A.R.T. Holiday Gift Guide 2018
Support Austin creatives this season! Follow along our Holiday Gift Guide to find one-of-a-kind presents from our favorite local shops. Frond Plant Shop Two years ago, Sara Barnes started Frond Plant Shop in a quaint corner off South 1st Street. Sara, a Native Texan, comes from a long line of plant-loving family members and creativity. […]
Want to Write for Almost Real Things?
Almost Real Things Magazine is growing! We are looking to add talented writers to our team to create content for our print issues and website. Our quarterly magazine features local businesses, startups, musicians and artists in Austin. As a member of our team, you will have a voice in the content we publish, a chance […]
Music Festival Bingo
Music Festival Bingo Squares Hand-made clothing A national flag blocks your view Gold leaf temporary tattoos Crass Native American headdress Drunk person can’t put on their shoe Baby with ear muffs Security guard steals your granola bar Someone says PLUR You get glitter bombed Celebrity head totem Buy a beer that costs over $8 Unnecessary nostalgic […]
STARE & SIP PAIRINGS
Make your next gallery visit the best one yet! Go out, see art, and bring along our perfectly paired drinks to enhance your experience. Abstract, Expressionism Jackson Pollock Rapidly shake two La Croix’s of your choosing. Open and catch the spray in your mouth. POP ART Andy Warhol Pour vodka in a glass and stir […]