Upcoming Events
Early Era Collective presents Say That Again!
Thursday, February 19 – Saturday, February 21, 2026
Thursday, February 26 – Saturday, February 28, 2026
8:00 p.m.
Purchase tickets at earlyeracollective.org
"Say That Again" is back! This February, Early Era Collective is reimagining this third annual Black History Month tradition through dynamic street and contemporary dance collaborations, spoken word, and live music. Join Early Era at the place where movement, rhythm, and words come together to tell bold, unapologetic stories of culture, identity, and community. The show will end with the fan favorite all-styles community freestyle - an unforgettable participatory experience.
Come watch - and dance! - at Dougherty Arts Center, this February 19-21 and February 26-28 at 8:00p.m. Don't miss this unique, transformative production that is as much a celebration as it is a conversation.
Co-Produced by Stephanie Patrick and Daniel Broxton, this is the third annual production of “Say That Again.” This project is supported in part by the Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment Department and the Artist Access Program.
Art in Cahoots
A Pop-Up Arts Experience for Caregiver & Child
Friday, March 6, 2026
10-11 a.m.
Register for Art in Cahoots on Eventbrite
Pop in for a pop-up! Art in Cahoots activities are free, led by Austin Artists, and designed specifically for children ages 2.5-5 years of age working cooperatively with an accompanying adult caregiver. This is a great way to collaborate creatively with your child and connect with your community through the arts!
Free! Spots are limited! Register in advance to reserve space!
Neuroscience for Artists: Brain-Based Strategies to Enhance Creativity, Build Resilience & Unleash Your Creative Power in a Logical World
Presented by Shonté Jovan Taylor
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
6:30-8 p.m.
RSVP for Neuroscience for Artists on Eventbrite
This workshop explores the powerful intersection between art and neuroscience, giving artists a deeper understanding of how their brains generate creativity, intuition, and emotional expression. Participants will learn how the brain responds to color, rhythm, symbolism, storytelling, and imaginative play—and why artistic work is essential for human connection and societal well-being.
Through practical, brain-based strategies, attendees will discover how to enhance creative flow, strengthen resilience, and navigate the pressures of the modern artistic landscape, including marketing demands, social media expectations, and the growing presence of AI in the creative world. The session will empower artists to balance the intuitive, imaginative brain with the more logical demands of creative entrepreneurship—without sacrificing their authenticity or vision.
Artists will leave with renewed confidence, practical tools, and a deeper appreciation for the biological brilliance behind their creative gifts.
Aileen Chen, If We Make It Bloom, Sara Hannon, We’ve been taught to listen, Rakhee Jain Desai, Coming Together
Artist Reception for Metamorphosis: The Alchemy of Waste, Connective Tissue, and Build Me A Garden: From Soil to Surface
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
7–9 p.m.
Celebrate the opening of three new exhibitions at the Julia C. Butridge Gallery. Join artists Aileen Chen, Sara Kate Hannon, and Rakhee Jain Desai for an evening of art, conversation, and community as their work explores transformation, connection, and relationships to materials, identity, and land. This event is free and open to the public.
Learn more about these exhibits at the Julia C. Butridge Gallery webpage
Community Engagement for Artists: Building Roots, Not Just Reach
Presented by Morgan Teel
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
6:30-8 p.m.
Building Roots, Not Just Reach is a practical workshop on building deep, loyal audience relationships through intentional community engagement without relying on constant social media output. This session teaches artists how to create true cultural value through story, reciprocity, and localized relationship-building.
This workshop is designed for arts professionals of any medium—performers, visual artists, filmmakers, designers, teaching artists, literary artists, culture organizers, and nonprofit creatives—who seek more sustainable ways to build audiences, collaborations, students, donors, or buyers.
DAC Nights: Junkalicious Journaling
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
7-9pm
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Create a handmade book for junk journaling at DAC Nights: Junkalicious Journaling! Junk journaling combines collage, scrapbooking, and journaling to create a unique, personal keepsake. DAC Nights staff will guide you as you learn to assemble and design your journal. Staff will have templates and examples to make your own stamps, bind your books, and decorate your journals with a wide variety of materials and supplies.
This event is free! Registration is encouraged but not required.
Various materials will be available for journaling design, but participants are encouraged to bring their own images and materials for personalization.
Digital Programming
The DAC is proud to offer free digital programming for the public.
- Video Art Lessons
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Instructor-led video lessons in various different mediums of ceramics, drawing & painting, and digital arts.
- Artist Professional Development
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The Artist Resource Center is pleased to host free monthly professional development workshops for artists. Covering a different topic each month, our workshops give artists the tools to develop and advance their careers in the arts.
- Paper Pandemonium