Art From The Streets

EVERY PIECE OF ART YOU BUY

GIVES THE ENORMOUS GIFT OF SELF-ESTEEM AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT

DIRECTLY TO THE HOMELESS ARTIST THAT CREATED IT

SEE OUR WORK

The Artists

Homeless and formerly homeless whose individual stories, history and perspective create the beautiful work within.

Their Art

Is unique to each artist's experience. A wide variety of style, size and method is the hallmark of the AFTS collection.

Making a Difference

When homeless artists create and sell art they gain much needed financial support and self esteem through the value of their work.

WE ARE A FREE & OPEN ART STUDIO

SERVING AUSTIN'S HOMELESS COMMUNITY

New Work-New Artists! New Print Collection (click for more)

The Artists have been producing some amazing work this year, trying new techniques and letting their creativity really flow so see what's new. Plus, we have some new artists working with us and we know you are going to love their work!

Jesus Polanco, AFTS Artist from $25.00

Shea Meissner, AFTS Artist from $25.00

Dennis Milecki, AFTS Artist; "Man with Rabbit Mask, 1944" from $25.00

Ettenaj Rehc'Telf, AFTS Artist from $25.00

Ariel Baez, AFTS Artist from $25.00

Joe Prieto, AFTS Artist from $25.00

Rose Ann Ortiz, AFTS Artist; "Casey" from $25.00

Fernando Segovia, AFTS Artist from $25.00

Dennis Williams, AFTS Artist from $25.00

Teresa Ables, AFTS Artist; "At the 'Junction' Between Life and Death, Beyond Darkness and Light" from $25.00

Marilyn Swartz, AFTS Artist from $25.00

Dawn Day, AFTS Artist from $25.00

Wear some art

Your favorite works printed on shirts, leggings and tote bags

Testimonials

"I met another artist from AFTS. I saw that he was serious about his work. I thought I had some ability and decided to check it out. AFTS means helping out people who are down on their luck, who need incentive to keep creating."

— Artist ~ Clifton Hayes ~

"Enjoy proving my existence. Creation of art is that proof."

— Artist ~ John McPherson ~

"I am an opportunist…I am acquiring wonderful artistic materials to reach an end. I am on my way!"

— Artist ~ Mark Abelli ~

“AFTS is something to look forward to…an expansion of my sanity. I enjoy creating.”

— Artist ~Joseph Brunson~

Print gallery

Blog

What Are the most Common Causes of Homelessness?

While everyones situation is unique there are commonalities in the causes of homelessness. These include lack of affordable housing, domestic abuse, unemployment, low wages and health issues.

What to Do if You Are Facing Homelessness

According to CareerBuilder, nearly 80% of the US population lives paycheck to paycheck. Meaning the majority of the country is one missed paycheck away from transitional homelessness. All this to say, you are not alone in your situation.

The Types of Homelessness

A common misconception with homelessness is that every homeless person you see has been homeless for a long time. Most people aren't chronically homeless. However, because chronically homeless people are the most visible, people assume that it means most homeless people are chronically homeless. There are actually four types of homelessness.