The Arc of the Arts Studio & Gallery

Short Performances

During Tuesday’s class, we’ve been hard at work getting our next movie ready for the public. We wanted to take a break and shoot some casual video of performances. The class got together and decided who wanted to be on camera and who wanted to be behind the camera, the result is this video. Enjoy!

Last day of WEST is tomorrow!

Just a reminder, if you’d like to check out our WEST show, tomorrow (Sunday, May 5th) is the last day. The gallery is open from 11am-6pm, we’ll be here!

WEST Show Now Up!

Please join us this weekend and next (April 27/28 and May 4/5) for the 2nd Annual West Austin Studio Tour! This show is a little different from our normal shows. Instead of one opening night, the show lasts for two weekends. Our gallery is open from 11-6pm. Classes will run as usual on Saturdays.

Emily D. Featured in A Room of Golden Shells

A Room of Golden Shells is a book featuring a collection of works by 100 individuals with down syndrome. Emily D., an artist who attends The Arc of the Arts program is featured as one of the artists. The work ranges from fine art to poetry and if you are interested in ordering the book … Continue reading »

Lesson in Photoshop

The past few weeks, the class has been learning about the program Photoshop. Photoshop is an industry standard for magazines, movie posters, advertisements, digital art, etc. Clients who were interested in learning about the program followed these steps: 1. Take a photo of something in the classroom 2. Decide how the image will be manipulated: … Continue reading »

The time to AMPLIFY AUSTIN is HERE! Donations begin TONIGHT at 7pm.

Celebrate National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month by helping The Arc of the Capital Area during this 24-hour period of giving! Next Steps: 1. Donate tonight, March 4 at 7pm through tomorrow, March 5 at 7pm. To donate Click Here (this page won’t be live until tonight at 7pm)! 2. Share our Facebook and Twitter posts. Throughout the day, we’ll be … Continue reading »

Art Show Next Week!

Happy New Year and Welcome Back!

We’ve resumed class this week after a week-long holiday vacation. During morning check in, we all shared what events unfolded in our week prior. Some of us went on vacation, some had family visit and some just relaxed at home and enjoyed being inside on cold nights. Because of so many interesting stories, the lesson … Continue reading »

Custom Portraits Tonight!

In addition to all the beautiful artwork, jewelry, and holiday goodies at our show tonight, we will also have live portraits by our fabulous artist Clyde! Only $10 for a charming and unique gift for you or your loved ones!