Tayshas
Keatan McKeever, Fernando Flores, and Michael Flanagan
For our first show of the summer of 2021, we are handing over the curatorial keys to friend and former resident
of the Rert compound, Michael Flanagan. The following is his description of what the show will entail:
The word texas is derived from the Native American Caddo term tayshas. The expression was used by the Caddo to describe “friends”, and was first heard by Spanish explorers during early encounters with the native tribes in the 1600's. Keatan McKeever, Fernando Flores, and Michael Flanagan all have roots in the Rio Grande Valley, a region that comprises areas of South Texas in the United States and Northern Tamaulipas in Mexico. Each artist draws on their unique experiences in the area to create work that explores themes of identity, material, and environment.
Keatan McKeever is a visual artist from the Rio-Grande Valley of South Texas. Working primarily in the mediums of printmaking and sculpture, her work explores the relationship between natural and manufactured environments.
Fernando A. Flores was born in Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico, and grew up across the Rio Grande in Alton, TX. His debut novel, Tears of the Trufflepig, was published by FSG Originals in 2019. Depicting a futuristic South Texas, the novel blends humor with social commentary in an exploration of border life. Similarly, his photographs depict street scenes in Austin, South Texas, and other places that his travels have taken him.
Michael Flanagan was born and raised in McAllen, TX. Combining painting and printmaking, his work reappropriates popular imagery while examining the historical context that informs contemporary social culture.
opening: Saturday, June 19th (6pm-9pm)
additional viewing: Saturday, June 26 (2pm-5pm)
closing: Saturday, July 10 (6pm-9pm)
Curiosity Cousins: Experiments in Art and Science
August 2021
--CALL FOR PROJECTS--
What will happen if I... ? How does ____ affect ____? For our next open call show we are seeking artists and scientists, from novice to amateur to professional, who want to follow their curiosity and document their discoveries. No matter what you're curious about, we welcome the sharable evidence of your experiments for our next open call show.
A few years back we held our first science fair, called Show Us Your Left Brain, and that basic concept has returned to give more people a chance to play with the scientific method. This time around we're opening the door to artistic experiments as well, because why not? Art and science are cousins, after all.
To participate, let us know of your intent ASAP via email, and plan to have your results ready to present by August 5th. The show will open Saturday, August 7th, 2021.
Super Saturday Surprise
Looking for a simple way to search for treasures?
Make a trip to the Science Bear Arcade!
This self-service buffet of tables filled with fun junk is a
convenient gift shop for everyone in the universe...
Art + Comics + Music + Toys + Books + ???
This project is made possible by donation$ from awesome people like yourself!
create your own prices and place cash in the mouth of the bear
(or virtually --> paypal: palfloat@gmail.com)
Saturday, June 26 (9am-5pm)
BONUS:
What's in the magical bear box?
Come and find out!
Looking for a simple way to search for treasures?
Make a trip to the Science Bear Arcade!
This self-service buffet of tables filled with fun junk is a
convenient gift shop for everyone in the universe...
Art + Comics + Music + Toys + Books + ???
This project is made possible by donation$ from awesome people like yourself!
create your own prices and place cash in the mouth of the bear
(or virtually --> paypal: palfloat@gmail.com)
Saturday, June 26 (9am-5pm)
BONUS:
What's in the magical bear box?
Come and find out!
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This project is supported in part by the Cultural Arts Division of the City of Austin Economic Development Department. |