Bolm Arts Presents: Ode to the Book

Books have always been an essential part of our lives, serving as a gateway to worlds beyond our imagination. They take us on adventures, introduce us to fascinating characters, and transport us to different times and places.

In this exhibit, visitors will be able to experience the artistry of books through a variety of forms. It features a diverse collection of art including detailed illustrations, letterpress prints, book shrine sculptures, art books, and art made from book pages. Elevating them beyond their functional purpose, artists Stephen Dubov, Sandra C. Fernandez, Emily Mitchell, Kyle Schlesinger, Jennie Tudor Gray and Beckette Rivera have created their own unique tribute to books.

Join us on an unforgettable journey that will awaken your senses and showcase the many ways in which books can inspire.

In addition to our regular programming, Bolm Arts is excited to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day with you on Saturday, April 27!

Our neighbor, Time Being Books, will be open for the Austin Book Trail from 11am – 4pm on Saturday, April 27th at 5305 Bolm Rd. Austin, TX 78721 (Upstairs in Bay 8). During this book trail our gallery will be open and we will hear from Author Eric Heisner, an award-winning screenwriter, actor, and filmmaker who has a special affinity for the Western genre. His Conch Republic Series features illustrations from artist and illustrator Emily Mitchell, some of which will be on display.

Opening reception: Thursday April 18th, 6-10pm featuring music by Jade Parx, Jac Carson, Amir Neubach, Liz Emme and Nico Little

Austin Texas Book Trail: Saturday April 27th 11am-4pm
Featuring author Eric Heisner.

Closing reception: Saturday May 4th 6-10pm

Gallery hours: Saturdays and Sundays until May 4th 12-4pm
Additional gallery visits available by appointment, contact hellobolmarts@gmail.com
5305 Bolm Rd Bay 9, Austin, TX 78721

Bolm Arts is an artist collective, gallery, and platform for creatives. Collective members, who are also studio residents, manage a gallery and events space to help establish professional art practice and presence in the Austin art market. An incubator for networking and collaboration, this shared space provides creatives and curators an opportunity to gather, share, and promote a new generation of visual art and culture.

About Time Being Books: Specializing in unique reference materials, the collection of used and new books is art-forward and eclectic. You’ll find books and ephemera spanning genres, with an emphasis on content concerning art, nature, and the avant-garde. Other works range from a curated selection of essays and theory, to poetry old and new, artist zines, cultural histories, and anthologies on ritual, myth, meaning and lore. Whether you’re searching for insight, or expanding your personal collection, Time Being Books serves as a space to discover something new.