Lots to see, galleries were amazing. So much art in different mediums to enjoy. A few great…read moreaffordable items and some beautiful, but very expensive. Some galleries offered a glass of wine and great explanations of their work. Maven coffee nearby and outstanding as well.

There used to be 10 yards here, but they reduced it by one recently. So now I'm going to review the…read morewhole nine yards. This is a spectacular series of large converted warehouses where they have gorgeous event spaces, and a fancy restaurant or two, and they also did an Amnesty International show here that I was part of. It's absolutely lovely over here, and I can see why people pay a lot of money to have their events here.

I've visited the Moody Center for the Arts @RiceUniversity a few times and everytime it's always so…read moremuch fun Genuinely!! I don't go to Rice or anything but anyone is welcome to come to quite alot of the events and/or exhibitions they have..! Some of the few I've been to are the recent Yoshitomo Nara exhibition and the beekeeping/real fish painting workshop ‍ Those were really fun and wonderful, at the time I got the chance to go with a friend which made it even better. Would recommend checking out what they have running and making memories with someone chu luv..! Butt! It's also the perfect spot for a solo date too. Don't feel shy going alone ‍ In fact, on my most recent visit this last Saturday (02/28/2026) I went solo to an outdoor show they apparently hold seasonally. And this time the performer was an artist I know and really like named Raveena! A modern r&b, jazz, pop desi-american singer. She was soooo amazing live, the crowd was very chill and happy to see her, the students who set up her stage? made it SO CUTE andd they even served free drinks felt like a really sweet and swell way to end february~

Sip & Stroll Art Tour…read more Have you ever wondered how art is selected for a certain space? Was it commissioned? Donated? Was it made specifically for a space? Was it already designed? So interesting to join the Moody Center for the Arts Executive Director Allison Weaver on a walk to explore the art on the Rice University campus. An art gallery. Tents with murals. Indoor and outdoor stops. So much fun to stroll through the campus and enjoy works by Jaume Plensa, James Surls, Beverly Pepper and Mark di Suvero. Love the classic giant people formed by huge letters sculpted by Jaume Plensa. The Crown Fountain in Chicago is another well loved piece by Jaume Plensa. Interesting to hear how a work of art either fits or does not fit into a space. For example, Po-um by Mark di Suvero was in a place where the kinetic sculpture did not get the wind it needed to be able to move. Imagine having to uproot and transplant a twisted steel work that weighs hundreds of pounds, but that is what was done. Jaume Plensa wanted his sculpture Mirror to be along a walkway that would have been sweltering in the Houston heat. It looks so much more inviting nestled among the oaks. In fact, you can walk into the sculpture and sometimes students bring chairs to study near the piece. Interesting to hear also about the sea-saws that were used during the pandemic to allow students to interact while keeping them safely six feet apart. The tents served a similar purpose, but also served as a canvas for oversized murals. Don't miss James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyspace. Climb the stairs to reach the second floor. Our tour ended at sunset just in time to watch the sunset sequence which lasts for about 40 minutes. So beautiful. Check out the Moody Center for the Arts Calendar. Admission and tours are free. Parking is available on paid lots on the Rice University Campus.

Lovely smaller gallery in River Oaks district. Friendly and…read morewelcoming as you enter with freedom to browse . Was a little warm inside compared to other stores in area . Parking available in garage nearby.

I traveled from Austin to Houston for a 3 day workshop at W-ASH. it was totally worth the trip…read morejust to discover how wonderful the space and people are. The people were very nice and welcoming and the event was well organized and communication was excellent! The venue was the best I've experienced any where. I've attended a lot of workshops and classes and gir in instructions and demos all students are usually tightly clustered around the presenter trying to get a view of what is happening. Even though I'm a taller person I'm usually unsuccessful and find myself craning my neck and bobbing around as those in front adjust their positions. Very frustrating! But not here!!! You have the option to do that or you can stay at your OWN 6 foot table and watch one of the 3 huge screens the demonstrator is projected upon. There's a W-ASH person managing the camera zooming in and out on the work or the pallet and sometime both. It works really well. And if there's a new tool involved sometimes the artist will demonstrate for fewer people again and again. The space is truly amazing. Parking was easily had on the street. Note: the elevator is out but is being worked in. The workshop is up one flight of stairs. oh.... and downstairs! there's a gallery showcasing watercolor works and there's a sales area too. Great place! so glad I took the effort to get there! And my work from the workshop didn't turn out too bad either! I hope to go back!

I love Watercolor Art Society-Houston! It's a great community where watermedia artists and…read moreenthusiasts can exhibit paintings in the gallery at the monthly judged shows, take art classes, buy art, and find mentorship from award winning artists. I am very excited about the International Watermedia Exhibition (IWE) coming up in March.

I am like a kid in a candy store when I go to any and all art studios. I frequent Winter Street…read moreStudios and all of the season-named studios next door. Most of my soaps and scarves were purchased from going on days where the studios are open to the public. One of my Frida paintings was purchased from one of the resident artists there. Just recently (Nov. 17, 2018), I volunteered as bartender for Winter Street Studios annual Winter Holiday Art Market (WHAM) I had a blast making and serving drinks. Art, awesome people, craft beer, cocktails, and wine. Umm, sounds like a lovely day to me!

Crazy to find but great space for parties! I recently went to the SNAPshots party here to benefit…read moreSNAP (Spay and Neuter Assistance Program). They had food, alcohol freely flowing, a silent auction, and fashion show. Winter Street Studios was able to accommodate all of those things in different areas. The space is bright, open, and can easily be made into whatever you need as far as a space. Problems: -The parking was valet that night, but we opted to park ourselves. You have to walk over railroad tracks to get to the building and then through some gravel. On the way out we had to wait for a train to get to our car. The parking is definitely limited and the building was not at full capacity. - If this place is handicapped accessible then it's well hidden. There are stairs and gravel between parking and the 2nd floor space we were in. Drunk people were wobbly leaving. - The bathroom (yes singular) was a couple of rooms being used by both men and women. It was a little strange, but we worked it out. If there was another bathroom, no one found it. Even with all of that said, the space is great and you can do so much with it! I really liked that there was a DJ after the fashion show in one room and it was quieter in the silent auction section so you could choose your noise level! If you are looking for a place to rent out for a party/auction/benefit/etc... check this place out.

Museum located on UH Main Campus. Tuesday-Saturday Noon- 5 p.m. Paid Visitor Parking Elgin Street…read moreGarage (Unvalidated Paid-Hourly parking). General Free Visitor Parking Lot 16B Visitors who prefer FREE parking during their visit may use the "six free spots" available in Lot 16B. No food, drink, videos, or touching exhibits allowed. Tour requests available via website blafferartmuseum.org Both staff and student docents available for tours. No permanent exhibits. Elevator available for 2nd floor. Current Exhibits: August 22, 2026--December 5, 2026 Adriana Corral: AS LONG AS LIFE ENDURES August 22, 2026--November 21, 2026 Maria Gaspar: We Press Our Hands to the Steel Curtain

I'm so glad I put this on my last tour around the art galleries of Housotn because it gave me a…read morechance to check out UH's campus. I had always heard bad things about the campus but it's actually not a bad campus. There is lots of free parking on the weekend and many pieces of art throughout campus. The Blaffer gallery is great for a school gallery. It's huge 2 stories. Much bigger than the one room available at Rice's gallery. I was there for their Masters Thesis Exhibition. It was a cool exhibit. There was also some work form high school students mixed in the back. UH has a bad rap but hopefully the Blaffer will open some new eyes on this beautiful campus.

Not only is John Palmer a talented artist, he also has a contagious charisma and is a lot of fun!…read moreEveryone always has a great time at their events. Ryan, John, and their sweet dogs are skilled entertainers with a knack for making guests feel special, and their home and studio has a relaxing vibe. It is always a fabulous experience!

If you are traveling to the Houston area or live there, take time to make an appointment to visit…read morethe John Palmer Gallery in the Heights. You will be amazed by the creations of this energetic, enthusiastic, entrepreneur . You will find canvases, wood panels, photography, and pottery. For your own home or business, this is a place you want to check out to bring vibrant beauty into your environment. Check out his website at: johnpalmerart.com

This is a very nice, free art museum near Hermann Park in Houston. My friend and I walked from I…read morebelieve parking lot F, and it only took 15-20 mins to get here. There are walkways/crosswalks the whole way, so it's easy to navigate. The museum is pretty small -- just two levels. They had a special exhibit running downstairs, and they have revolving exhibits upstairs, most of which were about the history and locale of Houston. Overall I think one visit is plenty, but it's a neat place to pay a visit if you're nearby!

I have been to this museum a few times over the years for various events but became reintroduced to…read morethem because one of my walking groups often meets up in the area and before we get started, I've had a chance to go in and see what exhibits are new, enjoy the AC while, and just enjoy what they have to offer. They are always awesome and it's always free.