A roundup of gentle gatherings for creative & crafty folks both online and IRL in Austin, TX.
From virtual write-ins and sustainability workshops to pumpkin carving nights and local art shows, I've curated a list of gentle, inclusive spaces where you can connect, create, and grow.
online Events
OCT 9
Virtual Write-In | Online Creative Connection | 6-7PM CST
Jumpstart your creativity with this virtual write-in! Using provided prompts and short writing sprints, this session is designed to help you overcome writer's block and generate new ideas.
OCT 13
Sustainability Creatives Design Thinking | Leah Mosier | 2-3PM CST
Are you creative? Do you want to fight climate change? This interactive design thinking sessions teach you how to do this with ease.
OCT 15
Witching Your Creative Practice | Creative Mornings | 6-7PM CST
Learn how to infuse magic into your writing with five techniques, including altar creation and divination, to enhance your creative process.
5-Hour Writing Marathon | Online Creative Collective | 11AM - 4PM CST
Boost your writing productivity with this five-hour writing marathon! Join for focused writing sessions, optional check-ins, and a supportive community. Drop ins welcome.
Community & Creative Expression | Own the Moment Therapy | 6-7:30PM CST
A 6-week experiential group for driven BIPOC professionals to stop the cycle of perfectionism and create balance within their busy lives.
OCT 17
Texas Writer's League: Writing Fully Realized Characters | @ Virtual | 7-8PM CST
Join the Writers' League of Texas for their Third Thursday event focusing on character development. Authors Sherri L. Smith, Alex Temblador, and Meg Vondriska will discuss crafting compelling characters and finding inspiration.
Branding for Creative Business | Massachusetts College of Art and Design | 6-7:30PM CST
This workshop covers brand identity fundamentals, including defining your unique selling proposition and creating effective brand guidelines.
Purposeful Creativity: Tools for Change | Creative Mornings | 11AM-12PM CST
This interactive session explores how to creatively use digital communication tools, like social media, to elevate your mission and expand your reach.
OCT 18
Creative Accountability Workshop | Brittany Frizzelle | 5:30-7PM CST
Learn how to boost your creative journey through written reflection! This workshop helps creatives of all levels gain clarity, overcome challenges, and build momentum.
OCT 23
Re-Work: Re-Imagining Work and Wellbeing for Creatives | Creative Mornings | 6-7PM CST
This workshop focuses on moving beyond burnout by embracing rest and play, and redefining your relationship with work.
ATX Events
RECURRING Free Museum days
George Washington Carver Museum is always free!
The Blanton every Tuesday
Elisabet Ney Museum every Wednesday
The Contemporary (both the Jones Center and Laguna) every Thursday
Mexic-Arte every Sunday
Bullock Museum every first Sunday of every month
OCT 10
Poetry Reading and Open Mic | @ BookWoman | 7:15-9PM CST
Poet Martha Serpas will read poetry with an open mic following the reading.
OCT 11
Pumpkin Carving Night with Queer Craft Night | @ Little Gay Shop | 6:30-9PM CST
Celebrate Halloween with pumpkin carving, queer community, and free drinks. A $10 donation is suggested and pre-purchased pumpkins are available.
OCT 12
Art from the Streets 32nd Annual Art Show & Sale | @ Blue Genie Bazaar | 6-7PM CST
Support Austin's unhoused artists at this annual show and sale. Purchase their art and make a difference—95% of proceeds go directly to the artists.
OCT 13
Art from the Streets 32nd Annual Art Show & Sale | @ Blue Genie Bazaar | 6-7PM CST
Support Austin's unhoused artists at this annual show and sale. Purchase their art and make a difference—95% of proceeds go directly to the artists.
Writers' Night | @ Book Burrow | 6-7PM CST
Connect with fellow writers at a casual writers' night. Use the space to write quietly, discuss ideas, and network with other writers.
OCT 16
Nothing Over $25 Market | @ Little Gay Shop | 11AM-3PM CST
Shop local, small, and queer! Find affordable art, thrift clothing, jewelry, and more from 20+ local queer creatives.
Dog and kid-friendly, outdoor event.
OCT 17
Bring Your Own Project - Queer Craft Night | @ Book Burrow | 6-8PM CST
Bring your own project to this low-key, queer-friendly craft night, held bi-weekly on Thursdays at The Book Burrow. Enjoy crafting, chatting, and community.
OCT 19
Opening Reception: A Path of Impermanence | @ Future Front | 6-9PM CST
A photo exhibit by Liz Moskowitz documenting the impact of the I-35 Capital Express Project on Austin communities. The exhibit features archival prints, interviews, and artifacts, exploring themes of displacement and change along the highway.
Temporal Frameworks/Tracing the Lines of Time | @ Flatbed Press | 6-9PM CST
A lithograph collaboration and exhibition of Jenny Robinson's newest work, featuring monumental-scale pieces exploring the built environment and decaying structures.
UPCOMING
The Austin Studio Tour 2024 is just around the corner. This year's event kicks off with a celebratory party on November 2nd at the George Washington Carver Museum, setting the stage for two weekends of artistic exploration.
The tour is divided into two regions:
Weekend 1: November 9-10 WEST of IH-35
Weekend 2: November 16-17 EAST of IH-35
This format allows attendees to plan their visits based on their preferred weekend and area of interest. Tours can be joined at various locations throughout the city, with detailed information to be released closer to the event dates.
The Studio Tour is a fantastic opportunity to take in the local art scene, meet talented creators, and discover hidden gems across the city.
Looking for more art events?
Check out the monthly State of the Arts column I write for CultureMap Austin.
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