ROCKPORT CENTER FOR THE ARTS entered its 54th year of operation in May of 2022. Inspiring exhibitions, an annual Artistin-Residence program and traveling exhibits are part of the repertoire the community and its visitors have come to expect the Rockport Center for the Arts. The many activities of the Art Center attract 30,000+ visitors per year. In the March, the Spring Art Fair allows visitors to acquire work directly from some of the most unique artists in Rockport’s storied art colony, while learning about a variety of art mediums and techniques. On 4th of July weekend, the Rockport Art Festival, a tradition that started in 1969, makes Rockport the place to be in the State of Texas. More than 10,000 people attend each year to enjoy music, food and artwork from over 130 of the best artists from California to Florida. In November, the Rockport Film Festival celebrates the power of story-telling in cinema while entertaining audiences with the finest independent films. Workshops, classes, independent studio time, makers spaces and mentoring from established local artists are part of a well-crafted art education program that has delighted locals and visitors alike. For decades children have enjoyed free, high caliber art education year-round through ArtSpace Summer Art Camp and Free Family Saturdays. The Rockport Art Loop (a monthly downtown gallery walk) features artists and their one of a kind work, in 10 galleries all located along Austin Street- the most unique business corridor in Rockport. A full calendar of exhibitions and programs is in place for 2022. A worldclass sculpture garden featuring works by Kent Ullberg, and the late Jesus Morales among others have accentuated the Art Center since 2000, making it one of the most prestigious showcases for fine art in South Texas. The Sculpture Garden is located at 902 Navigation Circle, next to Rockport Harbor. The Art Center is open Tuesday through Thursday from 10AM to 4PM, Friday and Saturday 10am to 5pm. and Sundays from noon to 4pm. ADMISSION IS ALWAYS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! The Galleries and the Gift Shop will be located at 401 S. Austin St. For more information call 361-729-5519 or visit www.RockportArtCenter.com.
SALT FLATS GALLERY/DIANE LOYD PHOTOGRAPHY invites their wildlife friends to visit them in downtown Rockport and enjoy the photography of Diane Loyd. Her once in a lifetime, captivating birding images are in many collections and over 100 of Diane’s photos have been published. Home of the famous Whooping Crane photos of the “Lobstick twins”... Canvas and prints are available of wildlife, birds, and marine images. This is a gallery that invites you to enjoy all things birding and Coastal. Photo commissions are welcome. Also check out “Diane Loyd’s Hummer House” for rent. Visit on line at www.SaltflatsPhotography.com Find them downtown at 415 South Austin St. #10 in Rockport. 361-288-2752
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