The Julia C. Butridge Gallery is located in the heart of the arts district adjacent to the Long Center and Butler Park at the Dougherty Arts Center, a multi-cultural community arts center providing opportunities for creative expression to citizens for over 41 years. Visitors enjoy an exceptional 2,000 square feet of exhibit space in the main gallery, and an additional 480 square feet in newly renovated gallery space. The natural collision of creative activity at the arts center contributes to the gallery’s longstanding reputation among the arts community as an accessible and nurturing venue and incubator, ideal for emerging and established artists. The gallery is free and open to the public.
On Display
Natura
Ruben Miranda
October 12 – December 7, 2024
Artist Reception: November 6, 2024 7-9pm
Artist Talk: December 4, 2024 7-9pm
Ruben Miranda’s latest exhibit reflects the intricate relationship between nature and the human form. His mixed media drawings create a surreal and graphic atmosphere, where bold outlines and organic forms intertwine. Faces, torsos, and elements of flora and fauna blend with natural colors and mechanical shapes, resulting in a unique fusion that captures the essence of Mother Nature with a modern, spontaneous approach.
15th Annual Distinguished Artist Veterans Exhibit
ArtSpark Texas
October 12 – December 7, 2024
Artist Reception: November 6, 2024 7-9pm
ArtSpark Texas proudly presents the 15th annual Distinguished Artist Veterans exhibition, featuring works by 23 military-connected artists from across Texas. Representing every branch of the military, these creative veterans offer a powerful blend of 2D, 3D, and installation pieces that capture their unique perspectives on life, both during and after service. From imagery related to military service to depictions of nature's beauty, this exhibition honors the voices of our veterans and fosters meaningful conversations between civilians and those who have served.
Play Fight: A Search for Connection
Visual Artists in Residence Exhibition
November 2 – December 7, 2024
Artist Reception: November 6, 2024, 7-9pm
Artist Talk: December 4, 2024, 7-9pm
Play Fight showcases the work of the Dougherty’s current Ceramic Visual Artists in Residence, Diane Sung, Chelsea Biggerstaff and Chance Ramirez.
Diane Sung’s work visualizes the distortion of language through fragmented letters and metaphorical landscapes, where figures navigate themes of discovery, code-switching, and wayfinding. Chelsea Biggerstaff’s work explores the rituals of sobriety and the generational scars of addiction through wood panel sculptures and masks, reflecting a powerful journey of healing and transformation. Inspired by a career in mental health, Chance Ramirez (they/them/theirs) makes hand-built works about pleasure, pain, and joyful resistance for people who like getting lost in the details.
Upcoming Exhibits
Psychological Landscapes Photographed
Faustinus Deraet
December 14, 2024 – January 18, 2025
Artist Reception: December 18, 2024, 7-9pm
Artist Talk: January 15, 2025, 7-9pm
“Psychological Landscapes” explores a therapeutic journey, capturing images that reveal both nostalgia and timelessness. Each photo reflects the artist’s inner emotions and the solitude experienced during a difficult period of time, revealing the healing power of art and photography.
Whole Color, Half Dimension
Rachel Noffke
December 14, 2024 – January 18, 2025
Artist Reception: December 18, 2024, 7-9pm
Artist Talk: January 15, 2025, 7-9pm
“Whole Color, Half Dimension” is a group of acrylic paintings and prints by Rachel Noffke that explores dimensionality in still life, landscapes, and interiors. Her paintings employ bold colors and iconic patterns to create a unique aesthetic and vibrant result. Noffke often uses abstraction and minimalism to find common ground with her audience and relay a sense of shared language.
Follow the artist:
Instagram @rachelnoffkeart
Website: sites.google.com/view/Rachel-noffke
The Spirit of Friendship: Connecting Hearts
Presented by Austin Oita Sister City Committee
December 14, 2024 – January 18, 2025
Artist Reception: December 18, 2024, 7-9pm
Artist Talk: January 15, 2025, 7-9pm
In celebration of 35 years as sister cities, artists from Austin and Japanese sister city, Oita, have collaborated to create art celebrating connections between cultures. Austin and Oita artists have come together creating joint pieces created in the spirit of Japanese traditional arts. In addition, Austin artists working in Japanese styles are featured, such as ukiyo-e master Darryl Howard.
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