Rick’s Stand-Up

Rick’s Stand-Up

When it comes to comedy, Rick knows where it’s at.  Watch the video in the link below and just try not to picture Rick and Jessica in a comedy club on a Friday night!

Art Lesson: Creating a Character

Art Lesson: Creating a Character

In this lesson, the class was shown how to create an original character using distinct features and colors.  The instructors showed a column of basic versions of a category, ex: stereotypical cartoon man, stereotypical cartoon robot, etc.  Then next column showed well-known characters.  The class discussed the differences between the versions and what made the … Continue reading »

Installation Piece for WEST

Installation Piece for WEST

This weekend, The Arc of The Arts Studio is participating in the West Austin Studio Tour.  Stop by the gallery at 6717 Burnet Rd. anytime between 11-6pm on Saturday and Sunday, May 19th and 20th (classes on Saturday are running as usual.)   We encourage you to not only stop by our studio, but also … Continue reading »

WEST Austin Studio Tour!

WEST Austin Studio Tour!

Please join us May 19th & 20th from 11-6 as part of the WEST Austin Studio Tour! WEST will be a free, self-guided tour that champions the abundance of talent of Austin’s large and wildly diverse creative community. The public is invited to discover new artistic talent, see working studios, learn about artists’ tools, techniques, … Continue reading »

$5 Calendar Sale!

$5 Calendar Sale!

We are having a big sale on our 2012 Calendars! That’s right! For $5 you can support the Arc of the Arts and enjoy beautiful art work on your wall for the rest of the year. The calendars are available in our store front gallery or online at:http://www.arcofthecapitalarea.org/art-store.php

The Arc of the Arts joins Generousart.org

The Arc of the Arts joins Generousart.org

The Arc of the Arts is excited to announce that we have joined Generousart.org, a website that uniquely markets local Austin artists and allows them to give back to local non-profits.  As a listed non-profit through Generous Art, we now have the opportunity to receive funds from artist sales through the website. Artists join Generous … Continue reading »

Happy Valentine’s Video!

It’s Valentine’s Day and it just so happens that we’ve finished editing our first round of skits and episodes for everyone to watch! Thanks to everyone who offered support if we made it to the final round of Toshiba’s Help the Helpers contest.  We’re looking forward to putting another video together for a fundraising opportunity … Continue reading »

I ♥ Art Show!!

I ♥ Art Show!!

Please join us tomorrow February 1st from 6-8pm for our open house and February Art Show. We will have over 75 pieces of art, jewelry and fused glass for sale. Light refreshments and drinks will be served. Here is a preview: