Apr
21
Fri
BAM! It’s a Picture Book: The Art Behind Graphic Novels @ Art Museum of South Texas
Apr 21 @ 10:00 am – Jun 25 @ 5:00 pm

This art exhibition features today’s leading and best graphic artists of the illustration world. Graphic novels have gained immense popularity in recent years to a diverse, expanded audience. According to the American Library Association, they are among the fastest growing categories in publishing and bookselling. The cave paintings of ages past and hieroglyphics of ancient Egypt were the first examples of storytelling through pictures. Over the years the graphic novel has emerged as a financially successful medium combining storytelling and fine art and evolved into the popular DC Comic heroes we recognize today: Superman, Batman, and Marvel Comic’s Fantastic Four, Spider-Man, and X-Men.

Tidal Shift: Texas A&M University Art Faculty Biennial @ Art Museum of South Texas
Apr 21 @ 10:00 am – Sep 17 @ 5:00 pm

“Tidal Shift” features current work by the talented Corpus Christi artists who are the dedicated faculty of the TAMU-CC Department of Art and Design. This exhibition also highlights the variety and skill of successful artists and scholars at the forefront of their fields recruited from throughout North America by TAMU-CC. Creative research activities for these energetic individuals begins in their studios and extends to museums and galleries across the globe. In the fourth incarnation of this exhibition series, “Tidal Shift” emphasizes the caliber of art expertise located here in south Texas. Contributing Artists include: Meg Aubrey, Dr. Amanda Garcia, Jennifer Garza-Cuen, Rich Gere, Jack Gron, Louis Katz, Kevin Mercer, Nancy Miller, Ryan O’Malley, Joe Pena, Dr. Laura Petican, and Greg Reuter.

May
12
Fri
Julian Onderdonk and the Texan Landscape @ The Art Museum of South Texas (AMST)
May 12 – Aug 31 all-day

Welcome the summer with picture postcard views of the Texas hill country and bluebonnet-filled fields with Julian Onderdonk and the Texan Landscape organized by the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. This exhibition celebrates the long-awaited publication of Julian Onderdonk: A Catalogue Raisonné by Harry Halff and Elizabeth Halff published by the MFAH, October 2016 with 30 signature works by the artist.
Location: AMST’s Horlock Gallery. Cost: free with museum admission.

Jun
1
Thu
Treehouse Art Collective @ Treehouse Art Collective
Jun 1 @ 9:00 am – Jun 30 @ 9:00 am

Treehouse Art Collective will showcase beautifully crafted, wood turned items by Artist Waukeene Vinson. The wood turned items, artistically unique and utilitarian …. include bowls, pens, knives, letter openers and more.

Thirsty Thursdays @ Executive Surf Club
Jun 1 @ 11:00 am – 11:00 pm

FEELIN’ THIRSTY?
JOIN US FOR $2 WELLS ALL DAY LONG! SHOTS ANYONE?

Somethin’ Silky @ Rockit's Whiskey Bar & Saloon
Jun 1 @ 9:00 pm

Somethin’ Silky is awesome. They’re just three guys on a mission to silkify your soul. Funky R&B that’ll rock you to the end!

Jun
2
Fri
Clarissa Serna @ Rockets Whiskey Bar and Saloon
Jun 2 all-day

Come hang with us!! Music starts at 9PM!

The Outwin 2016: American Portraiture Today @ The Art Museum of South Texas (AMST)
Jun 2 – Sep 10 all-day

This exhibition was organized by the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery. The competition and exhibition have been made possible by generous support from the Virginia Outwin Boochover Portrait Competition Endowment.
Every three years, the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery invites artists across America to present the art of portraiture through its Outwin Boochever Portrait Competition. Established in 2006, it is the premiere national juried competition to celebrate excellence and innovation in portraiture. Drawing submissions from emerging, midcareer, and established artists, the competition has accelerated the careers of participants and included acclaimed artists such as Bo Bartlett, Philip Grausman, Beverly McIver, Tina Mion, Burton Silverman, and Ginny Stanford. This exhibition features 43 artists and will only be shown at four U.S. museums.

Frost Free First Friday @ Art Museum of South Texas
Jun 2 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Stroll the AMST galleries, watch the ship roll in on the Shipping Channel, and browse the AMST Gift Shop all day long without admission courtesy of Frost Bank

June Art Walk At Water Street Gallery @ Water Street Art Gallery
Jun 2 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

It’s the beginning of The Music Fest at Water Street and Water Street Gallery is celebrating Music and Art. It is also Aloha Friday. Water Street Gallery features the work of Wade Koniakowsky, John Olvey and Jon Steele