Apr
21
Fri
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
2
Fri
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.

Jul
1
Sat
Military Appreciation Month at The Exchange @ The Exchange
Jul 1 – Jul 31 all-day

The Exchange Corpus Christi Salutes the Brave Men and Women of the United States Military! Not on just a couple days of the year, but all day, every day! We always offer 10% off your meal with a valid Military ID- BUT for the Month of July, we are offering 10% off your entire ticket with a valid Military ID. Forever Red, White, and Blue!!

Jul
6
Thu
Flip Night at The Exchange @ The Exchange Corpus Christi
Jul 6 @ 8:00 pm – Jul 7 @ 3:59 am

Heads or Tails?

That’s the question you’ll be asked when you come in for Thursday Flip Nights at The Exchange – Corpus Christi. Order one of your favorite draft beers or standard liquor drinks and flip for it!!

If you call it right your drink is only .25 cents – if you get it wrong then it’s normal price.

Feeling Lucky?

Jul
7
Fri
American Dream @ K Space Contemporary
Jul 7 – Aug 18 all-day

American Dream is a juried exhibition inspired by the history of artists questioning, provoking, resisting, reflecting, and healing through making.  K Space Contemporary invited artists across the United States to submit works of art for this national competition. Opening reception is Friday, July 7th, 6pm.

Janet Dineen’s fun, functional, coastal themed art at the Treehouse Art Collective @ Treehouse Art Collective
Jul 7 all-day

You didn’t know you needed a lazy susan until you see Janet Dineen’s fun, functional, coastal themed art. Janet’s art will be featured and available along with the art of more than 25 local artists for the month of July at the Treehouse.

Frost Free First Friday @ Art Museum of South Texas
Jul 7 @ 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

Frost Free Friday @ Art Museum of South Texas
Jul 7 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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

Lunch Amongst the Masters with Julian Onderdonk – Poetry in Paint @ Art Museum of South Texas
Jul 7 @ 12:00 pm

The exhibition curator of Julian Onderdonk and the Texan Landscape, Rebecca Norton will take attendees behind the scenes of the process of Onderdonk’s exhibitions. After the presentation, Norton will take questions from the audience.
Location: Singer Gallery and H-E-B Theater. Pre-paid reservations online required by July 4 @ 5pm for catered lunch: artmuseumofsouthtexas.org. Catered Lunch Cost: members $15/nonmembers $20. Lecture: free with museum admission.