Georgetown Art Center will present “Texture & Time,” a solo exhibition by Austin-based mosaic artist and muralist J. Muzacz, on view Aug. 7 through Sept. 6, 2026.

“Texture & Time” explores the intersection of digital impressionism and geometric abstraction through contemporary mosaics crafted from repurposed stained glass, vitreous tile, Mexican Talavera and Turkish marble. Blending graffiti-inspired elements with portraiture, the exhibition pushes the boundaries of traditional mosaic art while celebrating the beauty of reclaimed materials. An opening reception takes place Aug. 8 from 4–6 p.m., an artist talk on Aug. 9 at 2 p.m. and a masterclass on Aug. 22.

West Chelsea Contemporary presents “MONSTERS,” a group exhibition featuring Bibi Lei, Gabriela Noelle Gonzalez, Mr. B Baby, Adam Handler and Tony Pharo. Through painting, sculpture and immersive character-driven worlds, these internationally recognized artists transform fantastical creatures into symbols of comfort, curiosity, resilience and self-expression.

Featuring all new works created specifically for the exhibition, “MONSTERS” reimagines the monster as both companion and mirror — reflecting the parts of ourselves that remain imaginative, vulnerable and open to wonder.

Unchained.Art Contemporary Gallery presents “threads & patterns: living indigenous art of the americas,” a group exhibition showcasing Wixarika yarn paintings from Mexico, Shipibo Conibo tapestries from Peru and Kogi woven bags from Colombia. On view Aug. 14-28, the exhibition explores living Indigenous artistic traditions through works that reflect ceremony, cultural knowledge and generations of craftsmanship.

An opening reception will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. Aug. 14 at the gallery. The exhibition features works by the Carrillo Bautista family, Shipibo Conibo artisans from the Ucayali River basin and Kogi weavers from Colombia’s Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, highlighting artistic practices that remain active within their communities.

West Chelsea Contemporary presents “MONSTERS,” a group exhibition featuring Bibi Lei, Gabriela Noelle Gonzalez, Mr. B Baby, Adam Handler and Tony Pharo. Through painting, sculpture and immersive character-driven worlds, these internationally recognized artists transform fantastical creatures into symbols of comfort, curiosity, resilience and self-expression.

Featuring all new works created specifically for the exhibition, “MONSTERS” reimagines the monster as both companion and mirror — reflecting the parts of ourselves that remain imaginative, vulnerable and open to wonder.

Unchained.Art Contemporary Gallery presents “threads & patterns: living indigenous art of the americas,” a group exhibition showcasing Wixarika yarn paintings from Mexico, Shipibo Conibo tapestries from Peru and Kogi woven bags from Colombia. On view Aug. 14-28, the exhibition explores living Indigenous artistic traditions through works that reflect ceremony, cultural knowledge and generations of craftsmanship.

The exhibition features works by the Carrillo Bautista family, Shipibo Conibo artisans from the Ucayali River basin and Kogi weavers from Colombia’s Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, highlighting artistic practices that remain active within their communities.

Unchained.Art Contemporary Gallery presents “threads & patterns: living indigenous art of the americas,” a group exhibition showcasing Wixarika yarn paintings from Mexico, Shipibo Conibo tapestries from Peru and Kogi woven bags from Colombia. On view Aug. 14-28, the exhibition explores living Indigenous artistic traditions through works that reflect ceremony, cultural knowledge and generations of craftsmanship.

The exhibition features works by the Carrillo Bautista family, Shipibo Conibo artisans from the Ucayali River basin and Kogi weavers from Colombia’s Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, highlighting artistic practices that remain active within their communities.

Verdant Gallery invites guests to celebrate the opening of “Patterns Interrupted”. Featuring local artists Laurie Carswell and Cameron Sands, both artists celebrate the beauty of interruption and the irregular forms that make landscape and life compelling. Laurie Carswell reimagines the iconic landscapes of Austin and the Hill Country through collage, fragmenting familiar vistas into layered, colorful compositions. Cameron Sands explores disruption through painting bold lines and saturated color. His oil paintings interrupt conventional representation, creating works where color and form take precedence over literal depiction. Their work suggests that perfection is not uniformity, but rather the beautiful irregularity found in nature and life itself – where disruption enables transformation and growth.

“Patterns Interrupted” will be on view August 22 – September 26.

Estudiosix will host its inaugural Open Studio from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, at its downtown Austin creative hub at 612 E. Sixth St. Located within the Old 6th redevelopment, estudiosix is a peer-led artist residency and cultural workspace designed to give artists dedicated studio space, mentorship and opportunities for collaboration and public engagement.

The free event will offer the public a first look inside the space and feature work by summer resident artists Anahita Bradberry, Ariana Gomez, Jamal Hussain, Manik Raj Nakra, Matt Rebholz, Sean Ripple, Alexandra Robinson, Agustina Rodriguez and Leah Shirley. Guests can explore works in progress, a curated gallery exhibition and site-specific installations throughout the building while meeting the artists and learning more about their practices. Cocktails and nonalcoholic beverages will also be available.

The Open Studio comes ahead of estudiosix’s fall/spring residency cycle, which begins Sept. 1 and will welcome 14 artists working across painting, sound, sculpture, drawing, clay, installation, textiles, performance and other mediums.