Visual Arts

Here are some events and exhibits to help you stick to your New Year's resolutions — whether they're to get more crafty, get out of the house or get off social media.

After oak wilt claimed a tree in his yard, artist Steve Parker turned its wood into a sonic experience. His solo exhibit, featuring wooden records and wind instruments, is on view at Ivester Contemporary through Saturday.

The founder and chief surgeon of the Stuffed Animal Rescue Foundation says she started off just wanting to do weird things with stuffed animals. Then it became a mission.

The 17-acre site is part art park, part cultural events center. Visitors can paint freely on the outside walls, but there are also curated exhibits and an events space.

After Austin Creative Alliance was pushed out of its longtime space due to rising rent, it found a new home at Central Christian Church — and "the building is happy."

The Women’s Gallery by Julie Ahmad opened in September. It's serving as a hub alongside neighboring art spaces during the Austin Studio Tour.

Organizers Almost Real Things say this year will be the biggest in the annual event's 23-year-history. More than 700 artists are opening their studios to show their work.

Franklin is widely known for his music poster art and co-founding Armadillo World Headquarters. A documentary about his life is premiering at Austin Film Festival.

More than 2,000 pieces created by people experiencing homelessness will be displayed for sale during the show this weekend. Ninety-five percent of every purchase goes back to the artists.

The collection features art and artifacts highlighting the Queen of Tejano’s legacy — including never-before-seen sketches from her longtime fashion designer, who spoke about his friendship with her.