Local Imprints: Stories of Place and People – Exhibit

Local Imprints: Stories of Place and People is a combined exhibition featuring artists Megan Hildebrandt and Malti B. Lee from the DASA (Downtown Austin Space Activation) 2024 Artist Residency Program on February 28 at 506 Congress. Together, through this exhibition, both artists explore the stories of Austin through locations and individuals seen throughout downtown.
Enjoy refreshments as you browse the art created during their residencies and get a chance to meet the artists themselves. If you would like to attend the artists’ talk on March 2, please RSVP seperately.

About the Art:
Through her work, Malti B Lee captures the buildings and views in Austin that remind her of London, the city she grew up in. These paintings connect her new home with her old one, capturing how places far apart can feel similar. She hopes these works spark curiosity and wonder about the stories that unfold within these shared spaces.
The Ambassadors is a series of portraits by Megan Hildebrandt created to celebrate and honor the essential individuals who keep downtown Austin clean, safe and welcoming. As she created their portraits, the Ambassadors told her about the pride in the work that they do and shared stories about their lives. It is her hope that this collection brings further attention and dignity to the folks who do this hard work.
The DASA Artist Residency Program is presented by the Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation in partnership with Tribeza.