PROJECTS INSPIRING CHANGE
From mural displays to environmental activism to community events, Raasin in the Sun does it all in the name of the beautification and resilience through art to inspire and unite communities.
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300+Creatives
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ART IS TO THE COMMUNITY WHAT THE DREAM IS TO THE INVIDUAL
Thomas Mann
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
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CALL FOR MODELS
During his time at the Blue House, Francisco is drawing scenes based on the novels of the Marquis de Sade, and he is in search of models to sketch! Models must be 18+ and comfortable posing nude for individual sketches. Contact the artist at fco.gonzalez.c@gmail.com if you are interested or have questions.
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MEET THE ARTISTS
INTRODUCING THE RESIDENTS OF THE BLUE HOUSE PROJECT
The Blue House Project is a collaboration between Raasin in the Sun and Franklin Common, a property at 2011 EM Franklin Ave in East Austin between Manor and MLK.
Austin is a city that celebrates and nurtures artists and thrives due to the creatives who have made Austin unique and amazing. We want Austin to continue to be that dynamic place that welcomes and cultivates the creative spirit.
We know that space for artists is scarce and expensive in Austin, and our goal is to support promising artists with access to resources to focus on and showcase their work.
For more information on this residency and the artists, check out our Blue House Project page.
CELEBRATING LOCAL SUCCESS
Huston-Tillotson University Harvesting Hope Mural Project
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This environmental justice mural has been in the works with Huston-Tillotson University for several years, and it was incredible to see it come to life at the unveiling on April 22, 2023. Artist Candy Kuo is a Taiwan-born visual artist and muralist currently based out of Austin, Texas. With a background in fashion studies and music, her pieces often feature strong female portraiture, bright colorways, playful depictions of local flora and fauna, as well as influences from pop culture and musical inspirations. She blends styles and motifs from her experiences growing up in Taiwan and the Rio Grande Valley, creating an East meets West style. |
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Raasin in the SunAs an Austin, Texas based multicultural art nonprofit organization, Raasin in the Sun is dedicated to educating, inspiring, uniting, and regenerating communities through cultural arts and environmental initiatives. We are committed to represent creative works and to advance the inclusion of various peoples especially women and people of color. |
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Dedicated to Change |