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The Dark Arts [Eastside Silver Prints]
Words Jessi Devenyns | Photos Baptiste Despois & Jessi Devenyns. There is poetry to the simplicity of black and white photography. But capturing life in this manner is more than just a monochrome snapshot. It requires experimentation and a willingness to create an image of the world that, much like life, is formed by the detailed shades of gray that layer in depth and meaning.
Investing in Connection {Ivester Contemporary}
Investing in art isn’t about buying pieces just because you think they’ll appreciate, according to painter and gallerist Kevin Ivester. It’s about actual appreciation, which can take many forms: showing up, donating, and supporting artists and their message. “I don’t think you should collect artworks to flip them in the future,” Kevin asserts. “You should collect artworks that you love and that really speak to you.”
Progress Coffee Is Back
An icon of coffee since the early aughts, James Benson and Scott Withers have brought Progress Coffee back into the coffee shop game. While a nostalgic comeback can fall flat in the face of a new scene, Progress Coffee + Beer is hitting the ground running with more than just beans.
Everyone’s a Friend of Dorothy’s.
A rainbow of queer pride flags bring a sense of vibrancy to the “up and coming” neighborhood of Hornsby Bend. Step into this coffee shop, and bright yellow, pink, and orange hues provide a backdrop for a buzz of activity. Families and friends laughing over coffee and a meal alongside strangers are brought into a welcoming atmosphere for all created by Val Galvan and Alex Lopez.
October & November Events Calendar 2023
Vintage Bookstore & Wine Bar’s Anniversary Party. To celebrate their one-year anniversary, Vintage will be offering door prizes, a scavenger hunt, author interviews, Texas winemaker panels, store discounts, and more. All are welcome to join in this free event; no rsvp is necessary to celebrate at this birthday party!
Curating Community
A Blank Canvas of Communal Space is Awaiting Creativity. Fueled by a desire to take a craft store and turn it into a community space for anyone to enjoy, Eli Winkelman is a trailblazer connecting people through colorful creations. After mourning a sudden loss in her life, Eli Winkelman changed...
Old Austin Charm
Words Jenna Clark & Ashley Bowling | Photos Jenna Clark. Stepping inside Bobo’s Snack Bar feels like a warm embrace from an old friend. Though it’s a neighborhood pub, it feels like stepping into the home of an eclectic artist, where mid-century modern furniture mingles with retro lighting and gallery-worthy art. The bartenders extend a welcoming hand to all who enter, treating them like cherished friends. Long tables invite guests to play board games, while lounge-style seating encourages guests to stay a while. Cozy bar stools line a teal-tiled bar, lovingly referred to as the “kitchen counter.” Once seated, guests can choose from a vibrant array of cocktails or savor a draft, as groovy music sets the tone.
Surreal Deal
Under the oppressive heat of the Texas summer, artist T.R. Rodriquez is an early riser. At 5:00 am, she starts her day with a cup of coffee and crosses her lush backyard enclave into her painting studio, lovingly built by her husband, Jonny. She works on three or four oil paintings at a time, surrounded by furniture she built and hand painted, until it’s time for breakfast. Then, it’s on to stretching canvases or working with leather, outside temperatures permitting.
A Slice of Naples
Bufalina’s wonderfully tight layout adds a feeling of camaraderie to the space. While sitting at packed tables or the bar, happy chatter fills the airy establishment. Anyone can feel at home in their comforting and unassuming atmosphere. In 2021, Austinites lamented the closing of the eight-year-old pizzeria, one of...
A Dance Fusion {Forklift Danceworks}
Reimagining Performative Dance with a Sprinkle of Manual Labor. Forklift Danceworks is completely revamping creative expression by fusing artistic dance with local and global initiatives. Incredible choreography from the Danceworks team creates upscale productions with essential workers that sustain our everyday lives as the dancers themselves. Their latest production, The...
6 Best Places of Pampering
Pamper: to indulge with every attention, comfort, and kindness; to spoil. The Spa at Fairmont Austin is a luxurious addition to the spa scene in town. One of the last spas to reopen post-pandemic, visitors have been welcome only for about a year now. Scheduling just one treatment gives access to all their facilities for the day, where guests can enjoy the downtown views while lounging poolside, simmer in the giant hot tub, hydrate that sun-dried skin in the steam room, and even order a healthy and delectable lunch to enjoy while sitting in their plush robes. This spa day is so relaxing that just one treatment might not be enough.
Living Legacy, An All New Veracruz
Words Christopher Ferguson, aia Photos Baptiste Despois. A renowned family of restaurateurs with a reputation for delighting taste buds has opened a new brick-and-mortar location, offering an expanded food and drink menu imbued with three generations of traditional craft. The women behind Veracruz All Natural are already local legends, earning...
Light Touch
Words Christopher Ferguson, AIA Photos Andrea Calo. A modest mid-century home in Windsor Park receives a gentle renovation and expansion, breathing light and outdoor views into its smart, art-filled interiors. Nestled at the end of a cul-de-sac and set back below a mature tree line is a quiet, modernist ranch...
Lucky Seven: Unexpected Places to Find Good Wine
Beyond tried and true wine establishments, a plethora of local businesses sell some great wines. From coffee shops to beer-centric watering holes, unexpected gems are hiding in plain sight, just waiting to be sipped. When the caffeine high fades and the wear and tear of the daily grind start to...
Esty Skin Studio | Jessica Devon Nelson & Team
Established in 2008, Esty Skin Studio, Austin’s preeminent holistic spa, welcomes you to its historic Bailetti House location in vibrant East Austin. Founder Jessica Devon Nelson demonstrates her passion for sustainability with her exclusive vegan skincare line: Petals & Clay. Jessica spent years developing and refining the line, perfecting the combination of natural, organic, luxurious ingredients of the highest quality and efficacy.
Strange Bird Salon Lo Shabino, Educator & Business Coach
When Lo Shabino opened Strange Bird Salon in 2021, she had two goals in mind. First, she wanted to create a proper ‘clean air’ salon that is haircutting-focused and completely chemical, artificial fragrance, and fume-free, promoting the long-term health of her team and clients. Second, she wanted to own a salon that has a caring staff who are well-trained in all tools and textures of hair. And she did just that.
The Mantis Massage Team mantis massage
Mantis Massage is a woman-owned and -operated deep tissue clinic specializing in corrective therapeutic massage with two Austin locations. There’s no cookie-cutter option with us. Every session is customized by our therapists who use a variety of modalities to best suit their individual client’s needs. We push off walls to dig into knots, pin and stretch your limbs, and engage in ongoing professional education in our never-ending quest to alleviate chronic pain. Our dedicated therapists are invested in our client’s well-being so they give homework and self-care tips after sessions to make the effects longer lasting.
Urbane Design Jessica Love, Allied ASID
Jessica Love is an exceptionally talented interior designer, known for her ability to bring out her clients’ unique qualities in every design. With a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from Sam Houston State University, she skillfully blends creativity with strategic thinking, breaking the rules when needed. Emphasizing individuality over trends, she crafts designs that reflect her clients’ personalities. With 18 years of experience, Jessica’s loyal clientele values her transparency and adaptability throughout the design process. Her passion for empowering lives through well-designed homes extends to her community work, supporting various non-profits such as Teaghlach Ranch, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Ten Thousand Villages, and Austin Habitat for Humanity. She recently launched Design Changes Lives, a 501(c)3 organization, to design spaces for children, building confidence and improving lives.
Austin Dental Spa | Dr. Krista & Dr. Kirsten, Cosmetic & General Dentists
Most businesses brag about their “A Team,” but at Austin Dental Spa, we brag about our “K Team”—Dr. Krista and Dr. Kirsten! These awesome young dentists bring energy and experience with the newest innovations and technology in dentistry to our already high-tech, high-touch approach to the dental experience.
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