We became aware of Benjamin Sklar not through the expected route - that being his photographic work during Katrina that ended up on the cover of Time and which netted him a Pulitzer nomination - but through Fun Fun Fun Fest, where Sklar had set up an area backstage to shoot bands. more ›

Head over to Flex Space (Shady Lane, 78702) tonight for Matthew Genitempo and Travis LaMothe's showing of You Are Your Own. The joint exhibit features Genitempo's work alongside LaMoth's sculptures. Both artists have incredible work to share and it's well worth the foray into east Austin to check it out. Get more information here. The opening it tonight from 8-10 p.m. and will be running until January 21st. more ›

The Lomography Gallery Store is opening tomorrow with a big party featuring The White Ghost Shivers, foods from Frank and Sugar Mama's, and much more. The theme is "20s/30s Vaudeville," and if you're interested in posing like a flapper or Gatsby for their "mugshot photobooth," they'll have the fake pearls and big hats and all that other stuff you'd expect to get Prohibition-era fancy. more ›

Brandon Beasley took these shots of Minus the Bear when they came to La Zona Rosa. Witness the monkey! knife! fight! in all its glory. more ›

Day two with Chad Wadsworth - in this set you'll see a little Iron and Wine, a little Stevie, the boys from Chromeo, and maybe yourself. more ›

RAW:natural born artists defines itself as “an independent arts organization for artists, by artists.” Across seventeen cities nationwide, the group seeks to showcase all matters of artistic talent, including music, film, fashion, and visual art each month from February to October. more ›

Pump Project's exhibition, From Specifics, From Concrete Evidence, From Things, features new work by Austin photographers, Adam Boley, Megan Carney and Rebecca Marino. more ›

Before everyone was equipped with camera phones--readily snapping Hipstamatic and Instagrams to share with the world, Ricky Powell made his mark in street photography back in 1985 with an old fashioned Instamatic camera. During the early days of NYC hip hop, Powell was following around the pioneers of the genre, turning out candid shots behind the scenes at elite clubs and on urban streets. more ›

Like a band of Wilburys, five Magnum photographers and one writer have set out on a road trip to capture American in its various states. Tackling issues related to border politics, teens, and water, the group is traveling from Texas to Cali (last stop Oakland), in an effort to break away from Magnum's all-seeing global vision to document our region of the world in a more personal and experimental manner. more ›

Chicago based artist Katharyn Addcox found her calling outside of the windy city. In the small community of Caledonia (population 199 in 2000) she met the owner of an organic farm. Addcox wanted to understand the allure of farming - especially the farming done by hand, without the use of chemicals and huge factory-farm equipment. Her photography began to focus on two women, Kendall and Barb, neighbors who in Kendall's case had recently started an organic farm and was learning from Barb's lifelong career of sustainable farming. Addcox's photography is documentarian in nature, exposing the day to day realities of a simpler way of life - a simpler way of life that requires significantly more work in a day than most of us city-folk will undertake in months. more ›

On Saturday, Dr. Dog performed at Emo's with support from Deer Tick. Our photographer Chad Wadsworth was there to catch all the action. more ›

On Friday night, Stubb's was packed for The Dead Weather, supported by The Ettes. Our photographer Pooneh Ghana was there to capture all the action. more ›

Austinite Eric Bricker's Visual Acoustics explores the life and work of iconic architectural photographer Julius Shulman, whose portraits of modernist homes have become singular works of art and definitive documents of the modernist movement. Featuring interviews with architect Frank Gehry, designer/director Tom Ford, artist Ed Ruscha, publisher Benedikt Taschen and, of course, Shulman himself, the film is an intimate portrait of an extraordinary talent. more ›

One of the most important photography archives of the 20th century now resides at the University of Texas' Harry Ransom Center. more ›

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As our era gains notoriety for rendering traditional art forms obsolete, the Austin Alternative Process Group breaks through the flickering screens. Drawing with Light: A Modern Exhibition of Historical Processes currently being exhibited at the Dougherty Arts Center, reaches back to the 19th century to combine our modern sensibilities with some startlingly tangible stretches of light and shadow. Sunlight, wet glass, egg whites, and gun cotton (cotton soaked in nitric and sulfuric acid) are just a few of the time-honored ingredients needed to harness the extraordinary photographic power of these complex processes. more ›

From Friday at midnight to Saturday at midnight, they came, they saw, they constructed, and then they conquered. Led by artist Liz Glynn, a team of volunteers recreated the rise and fall of Rome in cardboard and reused building materials in the cleared out gallery space at the Arthouse. At the end of the one day feat, the participants took on the role of invading Visigoths and trampled the city to the ground. more ›

There are many great art events taking place around town this weekend. On Sunday, dozens of museums and galleries will have free and admission and special activities as part of Austin Museum Day. Follow this post after the jump to enter to win a print from photographer Kris Krug who will be participating in Saturday's Front Row photography show at The 5th Gallery. Here's a rundown of the weekend's highlights. more ›

Paciugo offers their delicious gelato in big, healthy scoops to help you cool down during the dog days of summer. Flickr user Alachia sampled scoops of chocolate mint, cookie dough, and chocolate almond flavors. more ›

Austin's People's Community Clinic was founded in 1970 and is one of the longest running independent primary care clinics in the country. Their innovative programs include a Primary Care Clinic for Teens and Young Adults which is located downtown at the American YouthWorks charter school. Tonight, the clinic is hosting an open house and art show which will feature health and wellness themed photography shot by area teens. The event is open to the public and PCC staff will be on hand to discuss services at their young adult clinic. more ›

A brand new gallery dedicated completely to fine art photography will open its doors Saturday. The L. Nowlin Gallery will celebrate its opening from 6-8 p.m. with the debut of Mexico - a collection of black and white photos taken by local documentary photographer John Langmore. more ›

Every Wednesday through June 10 at the Republic Square Park, there's a concert powered entirely by solar resources. Green rock'n'roll has never sounded better, and these weekly concerts a a double-edged sword of good karma -- every event benefits Blue Dog Rescue. Mellow Johnny's bike shop is providing free 'bike valet' services, so Austinites are able to ride gree, listen green, and give to a good cause, helping animals in local shelters find new homes. Last night's concert featured Bruce Robison and his brother Charlie, lots of beer, and gorgeous weather. Photos courtesy Steve Hopson. more ›

Wondering what you're missing at the new Mighty Cone location on South Congress? Flickr user Felineelladali has given us a glimpse of the Beef Slider, served with chipotle sauce, fries, and homemade ketchup. The fries are dusted with chile powder. See more here. Also recommended: the vegan avocado cone and the Hudson's Cone Dog. more ›

Photos courtesy Ponneh Ghana more ›

The Blanton's latest special exhibit, Birth of the Cool: California Art, Design, and Culture, opened this weekend and will be on display through May 17th. The show covers the diverse cultural advances and innovations in design that came out of the West Coast around the late 50s and early 60s. Birth of the Cool focuses at first on the visual art and architectural styles that typify mid-century modern design. more ›

Swedish songstress Lykke Li performed at Antone's last night. Austinist staff photographer Chad Wadsworth was there to catch it all. more ›

These carnitas at Zocalo look amazing, and we encourage you to check out R Sikes' photostream to see more images (queso!) from the West Lynn cafe. more ›

The crepes coming out of Flip Happy's air stream are all quite special, but this one is exquisite. Ham, Gruyere, mornay sauce and green onions make this one a "truly drool-worthy" slice of heaven according to photographer Laura Mundee. more ›