pump project art complex

Pump Project was recently featured on the KLRU program Docubloggers. 

Artist Debra Broz talks about the vital role of arts in the growing Austin community and her restoration business, Science of Art. Please visit www.scienceofartrestoration.com for more information about porcelain and china restoration. 

Excerpt from Docubloggers: 
Debra and the Pump Project Art Complex are a small group of artists clinging on to one of the things that make Austin unique: its local art. This is a community full of creativity – yet its this very creativity that draws people to Austin and ends up forcing the artists further from the soul of the city. Its a noble fight. A city without art is a cold, unfeeling place.

Visit docubloggers at http://www.klru.org/docubloggers/

How to Draw a Bunny
Wednesday, February 27, 7:30pm
Join us in the gallery for our monthly film series as we prsent How to Draw a Bunny. As one of the seminal figures in the Pop Art era, artist Ray Johnson is known as the founding father of mail art and as a collagist extraordinaire. But, overshadowed by those like Warhol who manipulated that world in a very dissimilar manner, he was also a reclusive and sometimes enigmatic figure who has been called New York’s most famous unknown artist, but who challenged the commercial and critical establishment.

On the last Wednesday of each month, Pump Project will feature documentaries, art films and art-related movies in an informal atmosphere. Cozy up with a blanket and a beverage of your choice. No RSVP required; $2 suggested donation.

Pump Project announces an open call for artists for our second annual Little Gifts:Happy Hour, Art Sale and Silent Auction.Event date is Saturday, May 10, 4pm-8pm., the gallery will also be open Sunday, May 11, 1-4 pm. There is no entry fee or theme required for work but it must meet ALL GUIDELINES below. Artists will be accepted until the show is filled. Pump Project reserves the right to reject any entries. Please submit your work using our online submission form.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

• All works must READY TO HANG. (Works on paper must be framed behind glass, three-dimensional work must be level and ready to display. Pump Project will provide pedestals, shelves or tables if needed.)
• SIZE of work must be smaller than 24″H x 24″W x12″D (including mat and frame)
• All works must be PRICED at $100 or less.
• All works must be LABELED on the back with artist’s name, email address and title of work. You must also provide a LIST including your name and titles of all work you drop off.
• Artists may wish to have REPLINISHMENT works on hand, as buyers will be encouraged to take artwork at point of sale.
• Artists are encouraged to bring other MERCHANDISE to be sold such as prints, greeting cards, or other small handmade items.
• The gallery retains 30% COMISSION on all works sold.
• If your work does not meet the guidelines it WILL NOT BE DISPLAYED.

DEADLINES

• Submissions are due Monday, April 28, 2008. You will be notified if your submission(s) is accepted on or before Thursday, May 1.
• Work must be complete, ready to display and delivered to the gallery by Monday, May 5.
• Unsold work must be picked up by May 20.
• Payment for works sold will be issued by May 20.

The Little Gifts show is a family-friendly annual event featuring small, affordable work by local artists. This year Pump Project is excited to include a silent auction with all kinds of gifts from local vendors. We encourage artists to attend the event and invite their friends and family to enjoy the show and other treats including live jazz, chair massages and happy hour drinks and refreshments. Any questions regarding Little Gifts should be directed to . Feel free to forward this call to any other artists or craftspeople who might interested in contriubuting to this show.