Get ready to immerse yourself in color, positive energy, and connectivity. Artist, Hallie Rae Ward, invites you to her open studio as a part of the Art04 Studio Tour, showcasing a diverse array of Austin artists in the 78704. This year’s Art04 Studio Tour is Saturday, May 3rd – Sunday, May 4th from 11am to 5pm and includes 69 artists located in the 78704 zip code area of Austin, Texas. 

Step into Hallie Rae Ward’s Positively Poppin’ studio and gallery to experience the uplifting world of HRW ART and HRW Designs. Ward’s signature polychromatic artworks are created to elevate your mood, open your mind, and encourage presence, reflection, connection, and joy. Ward’s art uses fiber, LEDs, poetry, and mixed media to share her intentions and message with people. Explore HRW Designs, Ward’s welcoming and bold design line featuring a variety of visual and functional items that will add a “positive pop” to your everyday life. From “That’s What It’s All About” Lifestyle Pillows to Positively Poppin’ Apparel, you’ll find pieces that bring a touch of artistic flair to your life.

POSITIVE POP PARTNERSHIP:
To further enhance your visit, indulge in crafted Espresso Martinis by Lynnie’s Libations, creating a truly unique and enjoyable open studio experience.

Meet Hallie Rae Ward, explore her inspiring studio and gallery, and discover your next treasured piece of HRW ART and HRW Designs!

Art04 Studio Tour

DATES: Saturday, May 3rd – Sunday, May 4th, 11am – 5pm

Location: Art Studios in the 78704

Discover the vibrant art scene of Austin’s 78704 at the annual Art04 Studio Tour, an artist-run event! This studio tour is free to attend so start planning your adventure to different art studios to connect with artists, experience art, witness art processes, and collect art. The studios are located throughout the 78704 neighborhoods: Zilker, Bouldin Creek, South River City, Travis Heights, Barton Hills, South Lamar, Galindo, Dawson, and St. Edwards. On Saturday, May 3rd – Sunday, May 4th, from 11am – 5pm, the Art04 Studio Tour will consist of 69 Artists and 19 Tour Stops. Explore the website for the list of artists, tour map, and mediums. The Art04 Studio Tour is a great opportunity to dive into the Austin Art scene!

Learn More: https://www.art04studiotour.com/

Contact: art04.hallierae@gmail.com

ABOUT ART04 STUDIO TOUR: The Art04 Studio Tour, an artist-run event in Austin’s 78704, provides a unique opportunity to explore art studios, collect art, and meet the artists who contribute to the local arts scene.

The Contemporary Austin is excited to host a Slow Fashion Maker Market from 12 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, on the Jones Center Roof Deck. Co-presented with Slow Fashion Festival alongside the HOST: Tenant of Culture exhibition, this event showcases Texas’s most innovative and mindful designers.

Visitors will enjoy complimentary drinks while browsing unique creations from local makers specializing in sustainable fashion. The market features over a dozen vendors, including Prior Waste, Soul Studio, Upcycle Denim Project, Luvintage, Cosmic Chaos, Bloodbath Studio and more, each bringing their unique aesthetic to environmentally conscious design. From handmade jewelry to upcycled purses and reused denim, attendees will discover one-of-a-kind pieces while connecting directly with the designers.

Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for students, educators, and military personnel, and free for museum members and those under 18. All tickets include access to current museum exhibitions, making this a great opportunity to explore contemporary art while supporting the sustainable fashion community.

Welcome to The World of Hunt Slonem, a captivating and immersive exhibition that transports viewers into the vivid, expressive universe of the celebrated artist. Back by popular demand following last year’s highly acclaimed showcase, this exhibition features over 100 new works across diverse media—including luminous neon pieces, enchanting glowboxes, expressive oil paintings, and exquisitely crafted blown glass—culminating in the most comprehensive display of the artist’s works in the United States. As Slonem’s signature motifs burst to life in a kaleidoscope of color and texture, visitors will find themselves fully enveloped in his whimsical, dreamlike vision.

This exhibit will be at West Chelsea Contemporary from April 12 – May 4. Artist Talk & Reception on May 3 from 2:00 – 4:00pm

Dimmitt Contemporary Art presents “REMEDIES,” a solo exhibition by Oakland-based artist Carmen McNall, on view at the gallery’s Austin location from May 3 through May 31. The exhibition opens with a public reception on Saturday, May 3 from 6–8 p.m.

Blending painting and wood-carving, McNall’s work explores the spiritual and restorative power of nature, expressed through faceless female figures that embody healers, caregivers, and vessels of generational wisdom. Through rooted stances and quilt-like patterns, her subjects become both part of the landscape and symbols of it—grounded, intuitive, and deeply connected to the earth.

Admission is free and open to the public.

Get ready to immerse yourself in color, positive energy, and connectivity. Artist, Hallie Rae Ward, invites you to her open studio as a part of the Art04 Studio Tour, showcasing a diverse array of Austin artists in the 78704. This year’s Art04 Studio Tour is Saturday, May 3rd – Sunday, May 4th from 11am to 5pm and includes 69 artists located in the 78704 zip code area of Austin, Texas. 

Step into Hallie Rae Ward’s Positively Poppin’ studio and gallery to experience the uplifting world of HRW ART and HRW Designs. Ward’s signature polychromatic artworks are created to elevate your mood, open your mind, and encourage presence, reflection, connection, and joy. Ward’s art uses fiber, LEDs, poetry, and mixed media to share her intentions and message with people. Explore HRW Designs, Ward’s welcoming and bold design line featuring a variety of visual and functional items that will add a “positive pop” to your everyday life. From “That’s What It’s All About” Lifestyle Pillows to Positively Poppin’ Apparel, you’ll find pieces that bring a touch of artistic flair to your life.

POSITIVE POP PARTNERSHIP:
To further enhance your visit, indulge in crafted Espresso Martinis by Lynnie’s Libations, creating a truly unique and enjoyable open studio experience.

Meet Hallie Rae Ward, explore her inspiring studio and gallery, and discover your next treasured piece of HRW ART and HRW Designs!

FORM//SHIFT is a new group exhibition spotlighting the sculptural debuts of three established Latino artists—Gabriel Portillo, Erik Ross, and Felipe Gomez. Known for their work in painting, the trio expands their creative boundaries in this show, which explores transformation through material experimentation and cross-medium dialogue. The exhibition invites viewers to consider how shifts in form can unlock new conversations in public art and design.

The public is invited to the opening reception on Friday, May 9, from 8–10 p.m. at Canopy Projects Gallery. The event will feature music, drinks, and a first look at the collaborative works.