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First Saturday Arts Market Showcases 48 Artists on April 5
HOUSTON — Celebrating 21 years, the First Saturday Arts Market returns April 5 with 48 visual artists at 540 W. 19th St. from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy a free outdoor showcase of paintings, sculptures, jewelry, and more in the Historic Houston Heights. Download the full release for artist highlights and event details: [Download PDF] [Download WORD]
Event Summary for Online Calendars and Listings:
- First Saturday Arts Market, April 5, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., 540 W. 19th St., Houston, TX 77008.
- Free outdoor event featuring 48 visual artists with paintings, sculptures, jewelry, and more.
- Highlights include Jimmie Shealy’s debut, Miriam Lim O’Brien’s Papermolas, Lindsey Johnson’s Geophilia Studio, Olga Tarasova’s felted art, and Ron Martel’s Yankee Woodturner creations.
- Food truck and live music possible. Rain date: April 12. Details at firstsaturdayartsmarket.com.
About First Saturday Arts Market:
First Saturday Arts Market is dedicated to promoting the arts in Houston by providing a platform for artists to showcase their work in an outdoor, community-oriented festival atmosphere. The market not only supports local artists but also aims to cultivate an appreciation for art among all visitors, fostering a rich cultural experience.
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Jimmie Shealy
1 Jimmie Shealy’s painting of women in quiet conversation, market debut.
2 Jimmie Shealy’s artwork of a woman against weathered shingles, market debut.
3 Jimmie Shealy’s intimate portrait of a woman in lace, market debut.
4 Jimmie Shealy’s surreal depiction of girls in a barren landscape, market debut.
Miriam O’Brien – Papermolas
1 Miriam O’Brien of Papermolas at First Saturday Arts Market.
2 Miriam O’Brien’s vibrant digital art inspired by Guna molas.
3 Prickly Pear by Miriam O’Brien of Papermolas, showcasing Guna-inspired design.
4 Doberman by Miriam O’Brien of Papermolas, blending Panamanian patterns.
Lindsey Johnson of Geophilia Studio
1 Lindsey Johnson’s Echelon Earrings in silver from Geophilia Studio.
2 Lindsey Johnson’s Torque Earrings in silver, showcasing geometric simplicity.
3 Lindsey Johnson’s Wave Earrings, folded brass, with kinetic 3D design.
4 Lindsey Johnson’s Verge Brooch, blending geology-inspired textures and sophistication.
Olga Tarasova
1 Olga Tarasova’s hand-dyed silk tunic with bold felted necklace.
2 Olga Tarasova’s hand-dyed silk wrap with felted pendant necklace.
3 Olga Tarasova’s vibrant felted chain necklaces in diverse colors.
Ron Martel, The Yankee Woodturner
1 Ron Martel, The Yankee Woodturner, displays wooden bowls at market.
2 Ron Martel, The Yankee Woodturner, showcases an elegant wooden urn.
3 Ron Martel, The Yankee Woodturner, presents a handcrafted wooden vase.
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photo by Ana Guzman
