At the age of 55, Marco Abelli left his home state of New Jersey to explore his creative side in Austin, Tx. This week he tells us what brought about that decision and how things have worked out for him in our capital city.

Art from the Streets is a non-profit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales. ⁠Shop online at Art from the Streets!⁠

⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Art From The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠⁠⁠

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In this episode we visit with Kelas Lloyd, who was already a published author and jewelry maker before they came to Art From the Streets. Kelas writes science fiction and fantasy as well as nonfiction. You can purchase their hand-crafted, artisan jewelry at their Etsy store, LikeGlitterandGold. 

Art from the Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales. ⁠⁠⁠Shop online at Art from the Streets!⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Art From The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate to Art From The Streets. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Artist Rhonda Beckham has beaten cancer 14 times. She met with us at the Art From the Streets studio space to talk about how she discovered painting as a child, how illness has impacted her life and how the people at Art from the Streets support her art and sustain her life.

Art from the Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity of those experiencing homelessness is nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life. Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.

⁠⁠Shop online at Art from the Streets!⁠⁠

 ⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Art From The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate to Art From The Streets. ⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠Volunteer at Art From the Streets!⁠⁠⁠

Artist John Bossert discusses how his creative work is influenced not only by high art, but also his faith. It is his appreciation for the steadfastness of Job that led him to his preferred media, charcoal, and graphite. Creating at Art From the Streets and selling his work, has increased his feelings of self-worth and enhanced his view of the world.

Art from the Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity of those experiencing homelessness is nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life. Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales. ⁠⁠⁠Shop online at Art from the Streets!⁠⁠⁠

 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Art From The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate to Art From The Streets. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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⁠⁠⁠⁠Volunteer at Art From the Streets!⁠⁠⁠⁠

One of AFTS’s newest board members, Molly Batschelet, sat down with us to discuss her work with homeless populations - including veterans - the importance of the term ‘housing first’ and what motivated her to become involved with AFTS.

Art from the Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity of those experiencing homelessness is nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life. Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales. ⁠⁠Shop online at Art from the Streets!⁠⁠

 ⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Art From The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate to Art From The Streets. ⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Deborah Nugent found her way to Austin with a group of friends; artists and musicians looking for opportunity in the early 90’s. She tells us about studying philosophy and that she expresses her values and ideals through her work.

Art from the Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life. Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales. ⁠Shop online at Art from the Streets!⁠

⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Art From The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠Donate to Art From The Streets. ⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!⁠⁠

⁠⁠Volunteer at Art From the Streets!⁠⁠

Marla Johnson is the development director for Art From the Streets. She explains how her drive to serve led her to work for nonprofits, connect with the unhoused and build lasting friendships within this community.

Art from the Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales. Shop online at Art from the Streets!

⁠⁠Learn more about Art From The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠⁠

⁠⁠Donate to Art From The Streets. ⁠⁠

⁠⁠Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!⁠

⁠Volunteer at Art From the Streets!⁠

Multi-talented creative Cathy Haynes has been creating works of art since she was a child. Inspired by the vibrant artistry she saw as a youth living in Japan, she creates colorful artwork that inspires happiness and brings “good vibrations” into the world.

Art from the Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales. Shop online at Art from the Streets!

⁠⁠Learn more about Art From The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠⁠

⁠⁠Donate to Art From The Streets. ⁠⁠

⁠⁠Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!⁠

⁠Volunteer at Art From the Streets!⁠

Carlos Martin, a successful entrepreneur, recently joined the board of Art From the Streets. He sees a role for business in alleviating social issues and believes his own creative work, as a novelist, showed him how artistic endeavors can also be therapy.

Art from the Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

⁠Learn more about Art From The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠

⁠Donate to Art From The Streets. ⁠

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Volunteer at Art From the Streets!

Art from the Streets artist Julian Clay is a former Chicagoan who creates colorful abstract art and like many of us was surprised by the increasing cost of living in Texas’ capital city and the challenges of finding his own place.

In today's episode he shares with our audience a recent collaboration to paint 5 murals for Integral Care, working with other artists and local muralist Fabian Rey.

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AFTS Artist, Layle Murray provides insight into housing issues and the difficulties renters face and explains how creating and selling her work through Art from the Streets impacts her self-esteem.

Art from the Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales. Shop online at Art from the Streets!

⁠Learn more about Art from The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠

⁠Donate to Art from The Streets. ⁠

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On our first podcast for Season 2, fine arts professor and award-winning photographer Eli Durst sits down with our host Anne Boyd to discuss his art, why he encourages viewers to interpret his photographs for themselves and his recent workshop at the Art from the Streets studio.

Our featured artist today is David Dominguez. Although fairly new to Art From the Streets, he was recently selected to be one of two artist liaisons for the 0rganization. David came to art very early in life, but it wasn’t until he took a workshop at AFTS that he learned to use color effectively in his work.

Art from the Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales. ⁠⁠Shop online at Art from the Streets!⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Art From The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate to Art From The Streets. ⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠Volunteer at Art From the Streets!⁠⁠

The Art From the Streets podcast returns June 28 to introduce more of our talented artists and the dedicated people who keep the organization flourishing. For season 2 we're introducing our new host Anne Boyd. All episodes from seasons one and two will be available on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Be sure to subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode.,

In this episode, Jodie King, a professional artist, educator, and entrepreneur based in Austin, joins us for an amazing conversation. Jodie is hosting workshops at the Art From The Streets studio this spring and she will be working with the artists to create a collaborative piece that will be auctioned off at Art From The Streets' annual fundraiser, Give Art a Home, on April 12.

Throughout this episode, Jodie talks about her unique journey to becoming a professional artist, when she discovered AFTS, why the program resonated with her, what she hopes the artists will take away from the workshops she is hosting, her hopes are for the collaborative piece she will create with the artists, and so much more. 

To learn more about AFTS's annual fundraiser, Give Art a Home, on April 12 at The Cathedral in east Austin - click here. 

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Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here. 

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Rich Gottbrath, President of the Board of Directors at Art From The Streets, joins us for this episode. 

Rich talks about where his passion for helping people experiencing homelessness began, when he learned about Art From The Streets, how he came to be President of the board, how the stigma of homeless people created challenges when expanding into a new studio space, what the goals are for AFTS, what the role of the board is, and ways to become involved with the organization. 

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Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here. 

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In this episode, Dennis Milecki joins to talk about his journey as an artist. Dennis talks about his childhood growing up in Baltimore, how film-making and vinyl records brought him to Austin, how he discovered Art From The Streets, the art techniques he is focusing on now, the story of when he sold his first painting through Art From The Streets, how the program has changed his life, and more. 

Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.

Check out some of Dennis' artwork on the website here. 

Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here. 

Donate to Art From The Streets here. 

Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!

Trigger Warning: This episode talks about addiction. 

Walter Weaver, a new artist at Art From The Streets, joins us in this episode. Walt opens up about being his struggles with drug addiction, what he wishes people knew about addiction, how to support someone with addiction, what his first impression was of Art From The Streets, what excites him about being a part of the program, and more.  

Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.

Check out some of Walt's artwork on the website here. 

Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here. 

Donate to Art From The Streets here. 

Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!

Artist Lydia Townsend joins us for this episode to share more of her story and how Art From The Streets helps to relieve her stress. She talks about how Hurricane Katrina brought her to Austin, how she met her husband Keifred who is also an artist in the program, how creating art is therapeutic, what her goals are, advice she would give to her younger self, and more. 

Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.

Check out some of Lydia's artwork on the website here. 

Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here. 

Donate to Art From The Streets here. 

Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!

Trigger Warning: Suicide is talked about in this episode. 

In this episode, Megan Maurice opens up about the struggles that she has had over the past year. You will hear about the tragedies that have contributed to her struggles with mental health, the legal issues she is currently going through, how Art From The Streets has helped her process her emotions, what she hopes to express through her art, and more.  

Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.

Check out some of Megan's artwork on the website here. 

Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here. 

Donate to Art From The Streets here. 

Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!

Kevin Lane joins us for this episode to talk about his childhood and what he enjoys about being an artist at Art From The Streets. Kevin talks about growing up in Denver and his experience being the only black student at Catholic school. He talks about why he moved to Austin, what it's been like raising his daughter, the styles of art that he is drawn to create, and what his favorite part of Art From The Streets is. 

Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.

Check out some of Kevin's artwork on the website here. 

Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here. 

Donate to Art From The Streets here. 

Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!

Damian Todd joins us in this episode to talk about his experience at Art From The Streets and his mindset around creating art. Damian talks about how Art From The Streets has opened up his mind, what his emotions are before an Art From The Streets show, how he felt after selling his first painting, why he paints himself as the subject in some of his work, what he has learned from the other artists within Art From The Streets, and more. 

 Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life. 

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales. 

Check out some of Damian's artwork on the website here. 

Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here. 

Donate to Art From The Streets here. 

Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!

In this episode, you will meet Hugh Miles who has been an artist with Art From The Streets for 30 years - longer than any of the other artists! Hugh talks about getting recognized for his art talent at a young age, growing up in a dysfunctional family, the people that encouraged him, winning a national honor for his art, how he discovered Art From The Streets, what brought him hope in a dark time, and advice he would give to his younger self. 

Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.

Check out some of Hugh's artwork on the website here. 

Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here. 

Donate to Art From The Streets here. 

Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!

For this episode we dropped into the AFTS studio during working hours to visit with volunteer Richard Hand. Richard is a former creative director who retired to Austin and now shares his talent and time with the staff and artists at AFTS. Note: the background noises you hear during this episode are simply artists at work.

Art from the Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales. ⁠⁠Shop online at Art from the Streets!⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Art From The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate to Art From The Streets. ⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠Volunteer at Art From the Streets!⁠⁠

In this episode, Kate Stevenson talks about her life as an artist and gives encouragement for other artists out there. Kate talks about her journey from England to Austin, what inspires her art, why she tries not to get attached to her own work, the importance of positivity, how Art From The Streets has opened a door for her, and more. 

Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.

Check out some of Kate's artwork on the website here. 

Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here. 

Donate to Art From The Streets here. 

Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!

In this episode, you’ll hear from artist Synethia Kelly. Synethia talks about growing up in Mississippi, running track and field in high school, how Hurricane Katrina led her to Austin, how she became homeless, overcoming anxiety and depression, meeting her idol rapper 50 Cent, and how Art From The Streets has given her hope and a purpose.

Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. These artistic endeavors form a pathway to self-determination by means of the sense of achievement, social connections, and income generated through the pursuit of their art. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.

Check out some of Synethia's artwork on the website here. 

Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here. 

Donate to Art From The Streets here. 

Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!

In this episode, Tom Jett sits down to talk about his background and how Art From The Streets has transformed his life. Tom talks about his childhood, going to college on a swimming scholarship, how he discovered Art From The Streets, how the challenges in his life inspire him to create "happy art", the story behind a painting that has special meaning to him, and more. 

Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. These artistic endeavors form a pathway to self-determination by means of the sense of achievement, social connections, and income generated through the pursuit of their art. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales.

Check out some of Tom's artwork on the website here. 

Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here. 

Donate to Art From The Streets here. 

Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!

Welcome to the Art From The Streets podcast! In this episode, you will hear from Dawn Day, an artist who has been a part of Art From The Streets since 2019. Dawn talks about where she is from, how art has always been a part of her life, the struggles she has as an artist experiencing homelessness, how she discovered Art From The Streets, the themes she incorporates within her art, the difference that Art From The Streets is making in her life, and more.  

Art From The Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of Art From the Streets is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression. These artistic endeavors form a pathway to self-determination by means of the sense of achievement, social connections, and income generated through the pursuit of their art. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life. 

When you purchase artwork from Art From The Streets, 95% of the profit of every piece you buy goes directly to the artist. 

Check out some of Dawn's artwork on the website here. 

Learn more about Art From The Streets and the upcoming events here. 

Donate to Art From The Streets here. 

Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!

Today we talk to abstract artist Michele McGaughey who uses her studio time to hold a positive mental space as she conquers past traumas and strives to reach new goals.

Art from the Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales. ⁠⁠Shop online at Art from the Streets!⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Art From The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate to Art From The Streets. ⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠Volunteer at Art From the Streets!⁠⁠

Artist Keifred Townsend is an Austin native, whose work depicts people of African descent often in the form of angels. He hopes his art will inspire young people to live out their dreams.

Art from the Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales. ⁠⁠Shop online at Art from the Streets!⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Art From The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate to Art From The Streets. ⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠Volunteer at Art From the Streets!⁠⁠

Ramon ’Spider’ Vargas has experienced violence and incarceration. He spoke to us about his belief that there is darkness in the world and how that comes out in his work. He finds solace and peace of mind at Art From the Streets.

Art from the Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales. ⁠⁠Shop online at Art from the Streets!⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Art From The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate to Art From The Streets. ⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠Volunteer at Art From the Streets!⁠⁠

Welcome to Season 3 of the AFTS Podcast series!

We are privileged to open Season 3 with artist Amira Yamaguchi. The experience she gained and connections she made while at Art From the Streets has given her the confidence and skills she needs to blaze a path to a career as a working artist.

Art from the Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity for those experiencing homelessness are nurtured through their own artistic expression because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life.

Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales. ⁠Shop online at Art from the Streets!⁠

⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Art From The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠Donate to Art From The Streets. ⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!⁠⁠

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Heloise Gold, is a dancer, performer and tai chi master who more than 30 years ago was moved to co-found Art From the Streets to help people reclaim their dignity, build connections and express themselves through art.

Art from the Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity of those experiencing homelessness is nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life. Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop online at Art from the Streets!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Art From The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate to Art From The Streets. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Volunteer at Art From the Streets!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Pat Chapman, a professional artist, has worked with Art From the Streets for 13 years, first as a volunteer and now as the studio coordinator. She talks about how she became an artist and how she uses her experiences and skills to mentor the artists at AFTS.

Art from the Streets is a nonprofit based in Austin, Texas. The mission of AFTS is to provide a safe and encouraging environment in which the positive spirit and creativity of those experiencing homelessness is nurtured through their own artistic expression. Because focusing on housing alone does not achieve other equally important goals that are relevant and motivating to improving and sustaining a quality of life. Original artwork is for sale in art shows throughout Austin, Texas. At these shows in the community the artist receives 95% of sales. Artists receive 60% of the final price of online artwork and merchandise sales. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop online at Art from the Streets!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more about Art From The Streets and upcoming events! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate to Art From The Streets. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Art From The Streets on Instagram!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Volunteer at Art From the Streets!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Austin native Stephen Walker has loved to draw since he was a kid. In high school, he painted cartoon characters dressed in hip hop gear on clothing that he later sold. These days, he mainly paints on canvas and describes his art as both a kind of therapy and a way to put something positive into the world.

Deadre Vaughn-Hasley has been involved in the arts since she was a child.  She participated in everything from dance, to poetry to ceramics.  A naturally shy person, she has found interacting with volunteers and artists in the studio helps her become more outgoing in other areas of her life.

By coming to Art From the Streets, retired nurse Mary Anne Dyche discovered that not only is she an artist, but also  that her art has purpose and value.

Adelle Tippetts is the coordinator for the Art From the Streets outreach program. On the show today, she discusses the details of this growing initiative, and how access to artistic expression benefits those dealing with difficult situations.

When Valerie Brown first arrived at the Art From the Streets studio, she didn’t know how to work with paint and canvas. She was primarily a writer and sketch artist. Over time she learned about color, technique and the properties of the media. Now she uses both her writing and visual talents to create work that she describes as divinely inspired.

Artist Jack Hurd has been coming to Art From the Streets for nearly a decade.  He joined me in the studio to talk about how his tendency not to complete things may have caused some issues in his life and how he now finds joy in parenthood and art. @JackSpontaneousCreations

Board member Allee Beatty is the Director at the West Chelsea Contemporary in Austin.  She met me in the studio to talk about the importance of art for everyone and the need to care for creatives wherever we find them.

Following an accident that left him unable to work, artist Jameson Behrens had to leave his beloved Colorado and move closer to family in Texas. Like many of us Jameson was looking for something to do during our forced shut in brought on by COVID 19.  He was a fan of Bob Ross and decided to use his stimulus check to buy art supplies and finally start painting.

At Art From the Streets, our mission is to create a safe, supportive space where individuals experiencing homelessness can express themselves through art. Through creativity, our artists build confidence, form meaningful connections, and generate income — opening pathways to greater self-determination and personal growth.

Because while housing is vital, we believe that healing, dignity, and community are just as essential to improving and sustaining quality of life.

In each episode, you’ll hear the unique stories behind the art — voices of resilience, creativity, and humanity from the AFTS community.