BYOBeard is an exercise in unapologetic dorkiness. On June 22, 2013, for one night only, Pump Project will be transformed into an ‘apiary of bearded people buzzing around’ while admiring bearded artwork, browsing through bearded trinkets, and sipping from beers from bearded brewers.

But the story behind the event is as unique as the event itself. In this video meet seven artists and hear their inspiration as they plan for the event and create their own submissions for BYOBeard. You may be inspired yourself to head to Pump Project on June 22 to see the completed pieces. Just make sure to BYOBeard.

Music: “While I’m Alive” by STRFKR

Modern Quilters adhere to one rule: There Are No Rules!
Modern Quilting brings a bold new aesthetic to a traditional craft. With clean lines, contemporary color schemes, and the excitement to meet online quilting friends in person, The Modern Guild presented QuiltCon on February 21-24, 2013 in Austin, Texas. QuiltCon is the first International Modern Quilting Conference with vendors, demonstrations, exhibits and some of the craft’s most influential people. People came from all over the United States to learn new techniques, and everyone was inspired by the beautiful and unique craftsmanship of the quilts.

Music: “Jonti” by Wild Cub

With their bright colors & intricate carvings, traditional Mexican masks serve as a window into the soul & are said to transform the wearer. In the “Masked: Changing Identities” exhibition, Mexic-Arte Museum brings together over 200 traditional masks from various eras & regions in Mexico. The collection illustrates a people’s history that blends real life & myth & emphasizes the continued importance of masks in Mexican culture. While some consider them works of arts & some see them as part of traditional dance costumes, others revere them as religious symbols. However interpreted, these masks serve as inspiration for contemporary art & are a unique feature of Mexican tradition.

Masked: Changing Identities” is on exhibit at
Mexic-Arte Museum from January 25 – May 25, 2013.

Music: KLRU Collective “Austin High Ballet Folklórico” episodes

Youtube Videos Courtesy of:
“Danza de las Malinches. Huaniqueo 2012”
by Eduardo Urtiz Ceja goo.gl/7xsc7

“ENCUENTRO DE SAN LUCAS, DANZA DE LOS MANUELES!!!”
by miza sanchez goo.gl/Aygm6

“Danza de los Pescadores”
by Alberto Valenzuela goo.gl/3VFW6

“Tlacotepec Guerrero”
by Lugo Bahena goo.gl/lIfHV

“San judas tadeo 2009 islatepec guerrero”
by Jose Camacho goo.gl/sQCZh

“Los tlacololeros de Petaquillas,Gro.”
by Andrés Euman goo.gl/7rsWC

Con sus colores brillantes y tallas intricadas, las máscaras tradicionales de México son como una ventana al alma y se dice que transforman a quien se la ponen. En la exhibición “Masked: Changing Identities”, el Museo Mexic-Arte muestra más de 200 máscaras tradicionales representando varias épocas y regiones de México. La colección ilustra la historia de un pueblo que mezcla la vida real con el mito y da énfasis a la importancia de las máscaras en la cultura mexicana. Algunos consideran las máscaras como obras de arte mientras, otros las ven como parte de los vestuarios de las danzas tradicionales, y otros las veneran como símbolos religiosos. De cualquier manera que sean interpretadas, estas máscaras inspiran al arte contemporáneo y son características únicas de la tradición mexicana.

“Masked: Changing Identities” se exhibe en el Museo Mexic-Arte del 25 de enero al 25 de mayo de 2013.

Music: KLRU Collective “Austin High Ballet Folklórico” episodes

Youtube Videos Courtesy of:

“Danza de las Malinches. Huaniqueo 2012”
by Eduardo Urtiz Ceja goo.gl/7xsc7

“ENCUENTRO DE SAN LUCAS, DANZA DE LOS MANUELES!!!”
by miza sanchez goo.gl/Aygm6

“Danza de los Pescadores”
by Alberto Valenzuela goo.gl/3VFW6

“Tlacotepec Guerrero”
by Lugo Bahena goo.gl/lIfHV

“San judas tadeo 2009 islatepec guerrero”
by Jose Camacho goo.gl/sQCZh

“Los tlacololeros de Petaquillas,Gro.”
by Andrés Euman goo.gl/7rsWC

Spray-can art started as an underground, street art movement. Today, graffiti is as relevant as any other art form, and Emerge ATX brings these artists into the gallery. With live graffiti painting and performances from DJs, MCs & B-boys, this annual art show uncovers the culture and process behind Austin’s street art.

Music: “FU C-3PO” by Zammuto

Turning your love of photography into more than a hobby is not an easy task. With the rise in popularity of apps like Instagram, everyone has the ability to be a photographer, but it takes more than just having the right equipment. We’ve got some tips from Austin professionals at the Texas Photo Roundup on how to develop your photography.

Music: ʺYou Belong Hereʺ by LEAGUES

Artists from all different disciplines find a home at art studio and gallery, UP Collective. During EAST 2012, UP Collective featured fourteen artists from various backgrounds such as animation, jewelry-making, photography, and more. Ranging from gallery space to yoga studio to music showcase, UP Collective hopes to create a diverse space for up-and-coming artists to collaborate and grow.

East Austin Studio Tour 2012 Site #156a-156n
Music: “Keyboard Milk” by Röyksopp

The Sand Mandala is a Tibetan Buddhist tradition involving the creation and destruction of mandalas made from colored sand.  Each step in its creation and destruction is accompanied by rituals, ceremonies and chanting symbolizing the Buddhist philosophy in the transitory nature of material life. During January 9-13, 2013, Tibetan Buddhist monks from the Drepung Loseling Monastery constructed a sand mandala in the Blanton Museum’s Rapoport Atrium spreading compassion, wisdom and healing from this location outward.

Music: “Completion” by Willits + Sakamoto
Procession Footage courtesy of The Blanton Museum

In September of 2012, the Austin Area Quilt Guild presented Quiltfest “Wild Texas Flowers” to promote this traditional art form. With exhibits, vendors, appraisals, children’s activities, demonstrations and conservation information, the 2012 Capital of Texas Quiltfest showcased quilting in its original, handmade forms through modern techniques.

Music: “Calling Me Names” by Good Old War

Atelier 3-D Sculpture Studio has everything needed to create a work of art: kilns, tools, worktables, and hands-on bronze casting. Admire the work of Steve Dubov and Heather Tolleson, while also seeing their skill displayed through the work of their students.
Atelier 3-D allows you to first get inspired, and then encourages you to create.

East Austin Studio Tour 2012 Site #80a
Music: “Walked All Night” by Videoing