Among the craftsman houses and hipster bars, the remnants of last week’s Fader Fort and hole in the wall Mexican restaurants are dozens of artists who call the East Side of Austin home. The cheaper rents have long been a draw to Austin’s artists, many of whom live and work in the same space. According to the City of Austin this is a big problem. more ›

This Saturday and Sunday are the last two days to check out the over 150 studios participating in this year's East Austin Studio Tour. We've enjoyed chatting with a few of the artists that make E.A.S.T. great and can't wait to get out again tomorrow to check out some more studios. Check out our continuing East Austin Studio Tour coverage, including this weekend's Austinist Bike Tours, our tour survival guide, and artist interview posts. Austinist's E.A.S.T. Survival Guide and Picks: A list of tips for getting the most out of your touring, and a handful of must-see studios to visit. more ›

Screen doors are a fixture of the South, and after a summer like we just had, it's little wonder why. A handful of stylish Central Texans are luck enough to have a custom screen door designed and constructed by Susan Wallace. While a screen may seem like a silly item to invest in, Wallace's sleek construction and creative designs propel the utilitarian door into the realm of functional art. While her screens can be seen at various private residences around town, Wallace has also created sculptural work with the aluminum banding that she uses to create her grillwork. Her large Tree of Life is installed in the lobby of UT's Department of Psychology Building. more ›