Ark-La-Tex Today

09/01/2024

Don't miss the upcoming Glo Fest! Check out the list of vendors who will be there.

Shreveport Regional Arts Council hosts Glo Fest, a once-month family-friendly free event on the downtown riverfront.

08/31/2024

The cool historic town of Jefferson, TX, is holding its first Jefferson's Inaugural Indoor Art Walk and the soft opening of Walnut Street Gallery Jefferson! Check out this great interview with artist/business owner Jennifer Phillips.

The historic town of Jefferson, Texas is hosting its Inaugural art walk, filled with music, unique stores, and great art.

08/30/2024

Artport has extended the deadline for its artist call! If you are an artist who wants to be involved, don't miss the chance to apply.

Over the years, Artport provided a platform for hundreds of artists, raising over $135,000 for various organizations through its opening night auctions. Now plans are in place to continue the tradition in 2025.

08/24/2024

You have probably seen his face on the gold building near I-20, this Shreveport rapper is connected to some big names.

If you have driven on I-20 near downtown Shreveport, you will recognize the mysterious gold/bronze building alongside the interstate. That building, decored with bronze panels and a banner of a man, is owned by Shreveport rapper Baby Savage, also known by his real name Olanza Sanders.

08/17/2024

This week The Smokey Crow speaks with ArkLaTex Artistry's Brittney La Trece Hazelton about Dungeons & Drafts and the adventure tabletop roleplay game D&D.

Seasoned or new players are invited to join a roleplay epic adventure while enjoying a drink during the Dungeon and Drafts Tavern Crawl.

08/17/2024

Geek'd Con is happening right now and will be going through Sunday. https://tinyurl.com/53crzt6e

08/17/2024

Geek'd Con is happening this weekend!! Don't miss the chance to meet your favorite celebrities and geek out!

Shreveport’s biggest geeky convention returns for 2024, offering a fun weekend for movie, comic, game, and sports fans.

08/17/2024

Want a chance to meet tattoo artists from all over the nation? Don't miss Inkin Shreveport, which is happening next weekend!

Artists from around the world are coming together in one place for a weekend of fun, tattoos, piercings, and entertainment.

08/10/2024

The Smokey Crow is hosting a night of fun and tabletop roleplay games during a Dungeons and Drafts Tavern Crawl.

Seasoned or new players are invited to join a roleplay epic adventure while enjoying a drink during the Dungeon and Drafts Tavern Crawl.

08/10/2024

Shreveport’s biggest geeky convention returns for 2024, offering a fun weekend for movie, comic, game, and sports fans.

08/10/2024

The Shreveport Pastel Society has reunited after a covid-related 3-year hiatus! Hear more about the medium 👇👇👇

Artists with the Shreveport Pastel Society are reuniting after a three-year hiatus, and are showcasing artwork again.

08/08/2024

Also this weekend, the Louisiana Film Prize is announcing its top 20 films for 2024! https://tinyurl.com/bdhzcm8s

08/03/2024

Artport is returning to the Shreveport Regional Airport as part of the beautification of the airport following its remodeling. Check out what kind of art you can expect 👇

Over the years, Artport provided a platform for hundreds of artists, raising over $135,000 for various organizations through its opening night auctions. Now plans are in place to continue the tradition in 2025.

07/31/2024

At Shreveport Regional Arts Council's Central Artstation, artist Natalie Niu will showcase her traditional Chinese style blended with Louisiana nature.

A Chinese artist, who has settled in Louisiana, is showcasing her traditional Chinese style art blended with Louisiana wildlife and scenery.

07/28/2024

Shreveport hip-hop artist, Mim McCoy has released a new EP 'Never Saw Me Coming'

An ArkLaTex Artistry spotlighted hip-hop artist continues her musical journey with her new EP.

07/27/2024

ArkLaTex Artistry's Brittney La Trece Hazelton speaks with Manifest about their organization's plans to form a nonprofit and provide a permanent space for artists to collaborate.

ArkLaTex Artistry’s Brittney Hazelton speaks with Manifest, an art organization that plans to establish creative environments for artists to express themselves.

07/27/2024

An art class for elementary Hispanic children is being held by Lisandra Di Liberto Torres to encourage the students to tell their stories through the visual arts at Bossier Arts Council - BAC

An art class for Hispanic children will encourage them to tell their stories through visual arts.

07/26/2024

Rachel McDonald’s show at Bossier Arts Council - BAC will pull the viewers into a sense of nostalgia, reminding us of the lived experiences of our youth.

Bossier Arts Council’s Artini artist for 2024′s work is to be highlighted at a new exhibition, exploring nostalgia.

07/26/2024

Shreveport Art Club is celebrating 103 years during their annual juried exhibition at The Louisiana State Exhibit Museum!

A long-running art nonprofit, Shreveport Art Club is celebrating 103 years in operation and holding an award ceremony for its juried exhibition at the Louisiana State Exhibition Museum.

07/23/2024

If you missed us yesterday for A.T. Extra our new podcast (3:30 pm Mondays) you can catch our clip with the Shreveport Bar Foundation.

Linnae Magyar with the Shreveport Bar Foundation discusses how the organization provides free legal help to the underserved community.

07/20/2024

Shreveport-Bossier will be the hub for international comics because of the new publisher, Ends of the World Comics

An LSUS professor and his brother are creating a comic book publishing company in Shreveport-Bossier, starting with a graphic novel by comic artists who lived under an oppressive regime in Chile.

07/19/2024

The competitors have been announced for this year's Prize Fest Music Prize. Listen to the bands 👇

Bands from across America and from Louisiana compete for a $10k cash prize during the Music Prize.

07/17/2024

The exhibit features 10 of the Shreveport Pastel Society’s members’ work, with over 20 pieces being rotated throughout July and August.

Artists with the Shreveport Pastel Society are reuniting after a three-year hiatus, and are showcasing artwork again.

07/13/2024

ArkLaTex Artistry's Brittney La Trece Hazelton takes an in-depth look at the work of Shreveport artist Kingbrrgrr Cafe Abraham Fashho, who is highly inspired by comic books and anime.

ArkLaTex Artistry takes an in-depth look at Shreveport sequential artist, Abraham Fashho, whose pen and ink art feels like it escapes its pages.

07/11/2024

If you haven't been to The Agora Borealis, check it out! It's got an amazing amount of local art products.

A boutique, Agora Borealis, which supports artists and crafters in Shreveport - Bossier, is celebrating 10 years of business.

07/10/2024

Lisandra Di Liberto Torres' work is well known for red cows with wings, illustrating her homesickness for her home with a fantasy twist.

An award-winning Latino artist, whose work is inspired by her hometown, will be showcased at a popular Shreveport pub, Bear’s.

07/07/2024

These two new exhibitions at Artspace Shreveport explore the creative process and immerse the viewer in nostalgic bygone eras.

Experience and learn about the creative processes of several artists, including Academy Award-winning artist William Joyce, and experience an exhibition by artist Caroline Youngblood.

07/06/2024

ArkLaTex Artistry's Brittney La Trece Hazelton speaks to the Marshall Regional Arts Council about what they provide in art programming and events.

ArkLaTex Artistry speaks to representatives of the Marshall Regional Arts Council about what programs they provide.

06/29/2024

ArkLaTex Artistry's Brittney La Trece Hazelton reminisces with Shreveport Regional Arts Council's Casey Jones about 516 Soundstage and discusses the new concert series, 2nd Saturday Social: Native to the Parish & Signs of Stress.

Caddo Common Park is set to be the heart of the city as a new concert series will highlight emerging and established Shreveport-Bossier local musicians.

06/22/2024

ArkLaTex Artistry's Brittney La Trece Hazelton talks with popular Shreveport artist J. Ben Moss aka PLOID about an upcoming documentary featuring him and his wife, Linda Moss, also an artist. The documentary explores the challenges and struggles of living as professional creatives

ArkLaTex Artistry’s Brittney Hazelton speaks with Shreveport native, Ben Moss regarding the documentary about him, his wife, and their lives as artists.