Art
Art
Take a stroll through the ACL Art Market to check out art, crafts and cool merchandise from Austin’s creative community and beyond.
Know before you go & check out the 2011 Art Market vendors below.
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Nothing quite defines Rock and Roll like the electric guitar, according to artist Michael Babyak. Whether it’s ringing with the early riffs of John Lee Hooker, rockin’ with the sounds of the Rolling Stones or blazing with the likes of Jeff Beck, Hendrix or Stevie Ray, the electric guitar has emerged as the world’s common instrument of choice and the messenger of some of the world’s greatest music.
It’s only appropriate, Babyak believes, the instrument be immortalized in art. A guitar player himself, Michael’s vibrant, energetic mixed media paintings do the instrument justice. He is an award winning artist and is currently represented in the fine art world by Jack Gallery in Las Vegas, Chicago, New Orleans and Pop International Galleries in New York City and online at the website below. Official Website
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Austin Art Garage is a unique art gallery located in south Austin that features original and affordable art by emerging Austin artists.
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Drive By Press
We are Drive By Press—a collaborative print experience on wheels. We take a 600-year-old printing process and merge it with our original contemporary imagery to bring you an awesome hand made t-shirt and an exciting and interactive experience.
Each customer takes part in an experience that goes beyond choosing a mass-marketed T-shirt. Our hand-carved woodcut designs and artisan process combine to create both a unique garment and a fun, memorable experience. Each customer is invited to be part of the creative endeavor and choose a clothing item, a design, and an ink color. The reward is a beautiful piece of apparel to take home, and a story. We been doing what we do for over 6 years and have worked over 500 events from coast to coast. We are proudly based in Austin TX, and New York, NY. Spread the Ink! Official Website
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Five Bamboo is a sustainable bamboo lyocell clothing company based out of Seattle, WA. We aim to prove that apparel can be affordable and sustainable without sacrificing style or comfort. Our bamboo lyocell fabric has the great qualities of cotton we all love – comfort, durability, and versatility – and more. It’s softer than cotton and silky to the touch. Our products are inspired by our environmental beliefs and our active lifestyles. We create clothing that is as versatile as our customers. Whether you’re hiking up a mountain, meeting friends for drinks, or spending your Sunday at the farmer’s market, Five Bamboo has you covered.
Our environmental commitment travels along our supply chain, which is why we choose to make our clothing from Nomo Clean Bamboo fiber, a regenerated cellulose fiber known as bamboo lyocell. Our fiber-making process is 99% closed-loop and utilizes only non-toxic organic compounds. This means that virtually all the inputs used in the process are recycled and reused. Besides the organic compounds, water and energy are the only other inputs. As we move forward, we are building our understanding of the apparel market so we can shift the industry in a more responsible direction. Official Website
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Fleur-de-Stone is an Austin based company that manufacturers a line of functional travel inspired art.
All products feature the original travel photography of David Melancon. Official Website
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Futurgarb was envisioned to be a movement towards a new beginning in fashion, art, music and social consciousness. Futurgarb is a stylish clothing & accessories boutique for men and women. We carry the most unique brands in our store so that you can create YOUR style.
Futurgarb has been an advocate for a greener world, we sell green products from all over the world but use recycled bags, boxes, use CFL lights and ask that our customers recycle. Our brands are not only unique but many donate back to causes around the world with each purchase. For Austin City Limits you’ll see stylish accessory products that include: sunglasses, hats (fedoras, cadets, sun hats, newsboys) wallets, bags, id cases, blankets, flip flops and more. Stop by our booth in the art market to see the latest in fashionable accessory products. When we are not kicking it with you at Austin City Limits you’ll find us in our store, located in Wicker Park, Chicago, where we have a great selection of the most fashionable clothing and accessories for men & women. Official Website
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Our participation at the ACL has been more and more interesting as the years go by. We contribute the one and only African presence in the three-day event through our museum store of authentic African art and crafts, cultural topics to add to the diversity that ACL promotes. Goui-Gui was proud to be the host of the only African band from Senegal who performed in 2009: The world renowned Guisse Brothers and was fortunate to do business with famous movie actor Bill Murray. My name is Waly Faye. As an initial board of directors of ABC. I am the owner of Goui-Gui African Art and Craft, involved in traveling throughout the US to promote it. Goui-Gui allowed me to help developing African countries by selling commodities crafted by Africans, so I may continue to give back to my native land where others have not been so fortunate.
I am currently working as an IT Specialist at Austin Technology Center, Home depot Corporate Office as: Retail store operation specialist Multilingual. Analysis, troubleshooting and resolution of store technology issue ‚ store and vendor technology. I am presently working toward a degree in International Business Degree at ST. Edward’s University in Austin Texas to better serve ABC globally.
For more on ABC, please visit the website below. Official Website
Greg Davis
National Geographic’s Image Collection Photographer and winner of the 2009 New York Art Expo’s “Best Environmental Message in Photography”, Greg’s work strikes to the core of the human condition and speaks volumes for our need to hold dear what is slowly disappearing. At a faster rate than ever before, our world is shrinking and traditional cultures are at risk. He hopes to share with you, the world through his eyes, in hopes that his work will bring awareness to our planets diversity and our unprecedented need to preserve it. Official Website
Hatbox
Hatbox: A Modern Haberdashery has been the favored hat shop for travelers and locals alike who want the perfect hat for any occasion. Austin is the Live Music Capital of the World and Hatbox is Austin’s Hat Headquarters, for over 30 years. They have something for everyone, whether you’re looking for the perfect weekend cowboy hat, a classically styled Fedora or a beautiful handmade creation fresh from the runways of New York or Paris you can find it at Hatbox.
These world renowned Haberdashers are opening a second location at The Domain this fall. So if you seek the look of downtown dress or the elegance of Domain chic you can count on Hatbox to keep you covered in style! Please visit them at their booth at the Art Market at the ACL Music Fest, or at the 6th Street store across from the Driskill Hotel…as always Hatbox provides shade! Official Website
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Founded in 2007 in Austin, Hold Up is dedicated to bringing its customers distinctive vintage clothing, rockerwear, boots, and accessories for men and women at prices everyone can afford. Our name comes from the concept that we are holding up a thrift store/vintage market we think has gotten out of sync with the people who made it cool in the first place. We want our customers to find something unique to wear and still have cash left over to have some fun! Official Website
Kailo Chic
Kailo Chic started in early 2005 as the Austin based handbag company of designer Kara Whitten. With a passion for bright colors and bold prints, Kara created her handbag line to offer a vast array of shades and shapes. After getting a taste of creative design, she soon began branching out into other areas of fashion. Kailo Chic now offers a wide range of designer handbags and accessories.
While only some of the Kailo Chic designs remain handmade in the US, all of the items featured on the Kailo Chic site are designed by Kara herself. With designs that are practical as well as pretty, Kara Whitten helps customers add flair to their wardrobe. Official Website
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Leighelena is a full line of enamel, leather and exotic skin jewelry and accessories handcrafted in Austin, Texas. We use 75% upcycled leathers and interesting skins such as carp and vegan leather.
The metals we use are 50% recycled also, along with much of the glass we use on our enameled pieces. Official Website
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LIllian Bloom Designs has been an Austin business for more than 20 years. Judy Richardson, the owner and jewelry designer has also been working with low income children in after school dance and movement classes for the past six years and established Leap of Joy, a nonprofit corporation to further this cause. Official Website
Ornamental Things
Natalie Tischler is the designer of Ornamental Things jewelry. She makes her jewelry from objects that she collects from her travels. Her process includes casting, polishing, riveting, rethinking and reworking the objects into a collection of jewelry that is pretty, vintage-inspired and a little bit steampunk.
Some of Natalie’s inspirations include road trips, antique stores, things that are old and worn, historical buildings, the little details in art and architecture, vintage light fixtures and being in the moment. Natalie grew up in a small Texas town shopping garage sales, sewing her own clothes and daydreaming her way through school. She studied Art History at The University of Texas in Austin. She made jewelry as a hobby for twelve years before starting Ornamental Things in 2004. Official Website
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Affordable shopping with a world flair. Featuring fair trade goods imported from Thailand and Guatemala, as well as other treasures. Official Website
Parts and Labour
Parts & Labour confidently maintains over 100 labels, representing hundreds of creative Texans. For the last 7+ years, owners Talena R. and Lizelle V. have been dedicated to their goal of running a business that is a successful outlet for local indie designers to sell their work.
Not only is P&L intended to showcase Texas talent, but also to illustrate the many benefits of handmade goods. Work ranges from silk screened t-shirts to fabricated and cast jewelry, reconstructed vintage clothes to handmade soaps, children’s wear, pet accessories, ceramic and etched glass housewares and most recently, a section dedicated to screen printed posters. Not only is P&L intended to showcase Texas talent, but also to illustrate the many benefits of handmade goods. Get what you pay for: Parts & Labour. Official Website
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Independently owned in Austin for over 30 years, owner Bill Swail, RPh, has developed a pharmacy model of service you won‘t find anywhere else. Our incredible health counselors, including highly trained nutritionists, naturopaths, homeopaths, chiropractors and acupuncturists; our health seminars and private consultations; our state-of-the-art prescription compounding facilities and experience; and our cutting-edge, holistic, often hard to find products truly set us apart. Official Website
Pomar Island
After being inspired by a wonderful trip to the South Pacific, we wanted to share our experience by importing beautiful, island jewelry and accessories. We have handpicked what we believe are some of the most exotic and exclusive items from around the world, which represent some of the islands we have personally visited. We currently carry necklaces, bracelets, sets, rings, earrings, feather headbands and clips, belts, wallets and purses.
We are also working closely with our manufacturers and craftsmen to ensure that our products are eco-friendly and contain recycled materials where applicable. The majority of the shells used in our jewelry are byproducts of the Pearl industry and some of our necklaces use eco-friendly viscose yarns. We will continue to work with individuals and manufacturers that maintain earth friendly production practices and an overall eco-friendly approach. We will be donating 25% of all profits every year we are in business to island charities around the world. We love the islands and want to do our part to help keep them safe, clean and beautiful so that they can be enjoyed for many generations to come. Stop by Pomar Island and check out our unique and colorful affordable treasures. Official Website
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Established in 1984, artists A.me and Mitch Alamag collaborate on colorful, whimsical artwork. The art is primarily hand painted acrylics and mixed media on wood and found objects.
The written word and textural dimension play a prominent role. They hope to create art with heart. Official Website
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RUNNUR’s patent pending design is bringing the concept of the “fanny pack” into the 21st century.
It organizes everything you usually carry in your pockets onto a messenger bag like strap, and is the perfect carry all for Hiking, Traveling, Walking, Cycling, Festivals, or Everyday use! Official Website
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Since 2002, SoLa has established its name in the Austin community as the go-to boutique for bold and beautiful women. Pronounced (so-la’), our name in Spanish is the feminine word for “alone”. We believe a woman’s beauty, power and poise comes from within. It cannot be given or taken away.
We offer unique and expressive styles to embrace the goddess within. Our carefully selected clothing, shoes and accessories will dress you from head-to-toe with the latest looks. Inspired by the world of fashion, we bring the runway to you. Our job is to make high fashion accessible and carefree! During Austin Fashion Week, we were given the Critic’s Choice award for Best Quality While Keeping Budget in Mind for 2009. Our greatest success is to empower you. We are about looking and feeling fantastic everyday. What is better than that? Official Website
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Souldier handmakes strong, functional, and beautiful goods in the USA using recycled seatbelt, salvaged items, and vintage materials.
We make being Green, rock! Items include guitar straps, camera strap, belts, bags, clothing, jewelry, and other complimentary fair trade goods. Official Website
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At Storyville, we print our own tees and clothing for kids and adults. Storyville apparel is printed by hand in small batches. We take on local themes that we design in-house, and also pay local artists royalties for their designs.
Check out our full line of apparel at our shop on South Congress or online at the website below. Official Website
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Sweettooth and Bolsa Bonita joined forces to bring handmade purses and accessories to the 2011 ACL Art Market. Sweettooth designer Amy Barber began her business by crafting one little bird on a bobby pin. Her line of baby birds on bobbie pins quickly generated enough revenue and retailer interest to begin selling commercially January 2004. All Sweettooth brand accessories are handmade in Austin. Inspired by artificial fruit, various found objects, birds, feathers and fabric Amy’s work has been featured in WWD Los Angeles, Sex & the City, on the DIY television network and more. Shop online at SweettoothBags.com
Liz Potter of Bolsa Bonita was taught to sew by her grandmother when she was a little girl and continued to sew as a hobby until 2000 when she decided to make it a business. Purse designing and sewing is her main interest but recently she’s used her silk screening skills to create funky and fun pillows to add to her collection. With an eye for kitsch and a desire to make daily use handbags, Liz creates purses that always make people smile. All bags and accessories are created by Liz in her Austin studio. Shop online at BolsaBonita.com
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Synergy makes clothing that combines sustainability, with modern yet timeless design. We strive to make clothing that looks good, while being gentle on the Earth. We predominantly work with G.O.T.S certified organic cotton from India, that is dyed with low impact dyes. Our clothing is hand made in Nepal according to fair trade practices, verified by our long-term relationships with our manufacturers and our frequent trips to Nepal. Each season we look for ways to minimize our footprint as a business, in both the ways our clothing is made and in our daily operations.
Synergy looks to the world around in its approach to design, taking inspiration from both the natural and urban landscapes, in addition to modern and ancient cultural influences. We specialize in making clothing with touches of graphic details such as hand-stitched applique work and water-based screen prints. It is our goal to make women feel good when they wear our clothing, while feeling good about the way it was made. We hope you enjoy! Official Website
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Texas Headgear Company was started in 1992 by Troy Wright. The idea was simple… Specialize in one thing, do it well and keep doing it well until you become successful. The company has pursued many different avenues over the years but three things have remained a part of the Texas Headgear business philosophy: Great hats, great prices, great festivals!
In 2001 Texas Headgear Company imported its first container of hats bearing the Texas Headgear label. Since then, Texas Headgear has added Sundancer Hats, Eco-Braid, New West Collection, Mountain Headgear, Tribe and Stash Caps to its collection of labels and headwear offerings. With a year round inventory of 40 to 60,000 hats and caps in stock, Texas Headgear has become the largest in-stock wholesale headwear distributor in the Southwestern United States. Texas Headgear owes much if not all of its success as a wholesale distributor to the music festival circuits it has travelled for the last Twenty years and in particular the Austin City Limits Music Festival. While it is no longer necessary for the company to participate in music festivals as a retail vendor, it is still the best way to stay in touch with people and the ever changing headwear market. Official Website
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Therapeutic Touch Services of Austin, in business for 20 years, is a facet of Cen-Tex Senior Massage, LLC, has touched thousands of people every year at festivals, conventions, and in daily private practice settings. The therapists working for Therapeutic Touch are seasoned veteran therapists with skills beyond simple relaxation, handpicked for what they bring to ACL. Each therapist has specialties within the field of massage therapy that will insure your “Massage Rocks!”
Jon L. Sullivan, LMT, COTA is the managing member and Austin local who assembles the team of local expert therapists to deal with the stressors of live event concert-going for thousands of people every year for ACL Festival for many years past. Many people recognize our associates for the years spent bringing knowledge of bodywork techniques to the people via public access TV on the popular show “The Bodyworker” or the “Sonic ID Ads” on KUT 90.5. You may have read about Jon in the book “The Ten Golden Principles” by Dr. Andy Neillie; seen his articles or TV interviews speaking to the specialty of ‘Geriatrics’ or Senior Massage, an increasingly important topic to those experiencing the problems of aging parents. Therapeutic Touch is dedicated to the ideas that client education = a good outcome, and the worst thing ever is a mediocre massage. Look for the signs in the Art Market: “Massage Rocks!”
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The Piper Sandal Co.
Dave Piper and Jon Piper, father and son, have been making handmade leather sandals for forty years. We make two styles and seven colors ready to wear in unisex sizes one through fourteen. We also make children’s sandals. Official Website
TOMS Shoes
In 2006, American traveler Blake Mycoskie befriended children in Argentina and found they had no shoes to protect their feet. Wanting to help, he created TOMS, a company that would match every pair of shoes purchased with a pair of new shoes given to a child in need.
One for One. Blake returned to Argentina with a group of family, friends and staff later that year with 10,000 pairs of shoes made possible by TOMS customers. To date now how given over 1,000,000 pairs of new shoes to children in need. Why Shoes? Many children in developing countries grow up barefoot. Whether at play, doing chores or going to school, these children are at risk:
William K. Stidham Sacred Heart
William K Stidham is a nationally acclaimed rock and roll artist based out of Austin, Texas. His Sacred Heart Series highlights iconic musicians who have shifted the planet with their gifts, passion, talent…HeART energy! Through the series, he asks, “What are you doing with your gifts? Your heart energy?”
USPS
If you don’t want to lug your items around the park, or if you’d like to surprise a special someone with a gift straight from ACL Music Festival, ship it from the US Postal Service station on the East end of the art market.
