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A Few Words About Mixed Media Art

A Few Words About Mixed Media Art
Mixed media art has been created for years in Austin, but the practice only became more commonly recognized on its own at the turn of the 20th century during the Post-Modern art period. It developed as innovation in the art world increased, and new and different media arose on the scene, becoming more readily available to artists. Art From The Streets takes a deeper view at mixed media art from the streets of Austin, TX in this week's blog.

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Positive Benefits of Creating Art

Positive Benefits of Creating Art

You don’t have to be Picasso or Van Gogh to enjoy the process of creating art. Picking up a paintbrush, pencil, pen or watercolor set isn’t reserved for the elite, and there are no boundaries in the art world as to who can create art.

Self-expression is an important part of human nature, and it’s a base human desire that everyone experiences in their life. You don’t have to be in art school, or create marble sculptures or encompass a natural-born knack for creating realistic paintings; whatever you create is an extension of you, and it is beautiful in that regard.

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Austin's Plans for Ending Homelessness

Austin's Plans for Ending Homelessness
While efforts have been taken by the City of Austin to assist the local homeless community in finding homes and getting them back on their feet, according the KVUE ABC, an audit from the Office of the City Auditor shows that there is space for development from the current city programs.

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