One of the things The Studio is known for is cooperation with other institutions. Partnerships between organizations benefit all parties with a show of mutual support, as well as expanding the outreach and capabilities of both groups. We’ve coordinated with various arts and non-arts organizations in the past and are open to those activities in
‘Contingent Beauty: Contemporary Art from Latin America’ at MFAH “The Beautiful is always strange.” — Charles Baudelaire. The word “non-traditional” is too trite to describe the exhibition that turned the second floor of the Caroline Wiess Law Building of MFAH into a Mecca of contemporary art this winter. If pressured to summarize my impressions of
Hammonds’ wasteland/wonderland’ explores value of possessions Consumer culture in America is a wonderland; there are always new, shiny things to buy to assert one’s individuality. However, the flip side to this constant consumption is accumulation and even waste. Hollis Hammonds’ show “wasteland/ wonderland,” on view at the Dishman Art Museum, asks spectators to reconsider the
We just had a birthday, our 32nd, on Dec. 12. I always consider it a minor miracle that we survived and a lot of other people are scratching their heads about it, too. Be that as it may, The Art Studio is here to serve the artists and the community, and will do so for
Hiner’s collection highlights African American experience This is the latest in an ongoing series about Southeast Texas art collectors. Behind armored walls and a heavy, steel door with a complex lock, fertility sculptures with round bellies and buttocks stand guard over stacks of paintings and sculptures. The works belong to Dr. Hervy Hiner, a local
Beaumont native Jamie Barclay will present “Pearl,” an exhibition of recent work, at High Street Gallery, Feb. 12. Barclay earned her Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts from Lamar University in 2010. After completing her degree she moved to South Korea where she discovered she had a love for teaching. She continues to pursue both passions,
Finder’s Fayre Antiques will host a series of recent artworks by Yolanda Perez, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Feb. 4. The art exhibit is part of the Contemporary Local Artists Show Series (C.L.A.S.S.) presented in the antique store located at 1485 Calder Ave. in Beaumont’s historic Mildred Building. “My idea for C.L.A.S.S. came when I
Calling all Artists & Graphic Designers! You could be this year’s Featured Festival Artist and have your design appear on the official 2nd annual Beaumont Maypole Festival’s promotional materials in 2016. The contest is open to ALL artists over age 18. Contest Guidelines Entries should emphasize the theme of the festival and must contain the
BEAUMONT — Finder’s Fayre Antiques will host a series of abstract paintings by Gina Marí Garcia, 5-9 p.m., Dec. 5. The art show is part of the Contemporary Local Artists Show Series (C.L.A.S.S.) presented in the antique store located at 1485 Calder Ave. in Beaumont’s historical Mildred Building. “My idea for C.L.A.S.S. came when I
