Sophia Buddenhagen's colorful, vibrant art is a direct reflection of her love for adventure and travel. Having grown up in Egypt, Gabon, Germany, Colorado and California, Sophia has loved the outdoors for as long as she can remember. When she's not painting, chances are good Sophia is out enjoying the mountains, the ocean, or is perhaps on a skateboard somewhere in between. Check out her full interview with Houston Life's Derrick Shore to learn more about Sophia's dynamic life as an artist, educator and explorer.

'Art of Soccer' started in 2019 when Space City was being considered as a host city. Now, with some games secured, it's back! Daniel Gotera, senior director of communications for the Harris County-Houston Sports Authority shares how Houston businesses and artists are teaming up to leave a lasting impact before it's soccer's time to shine in 2026.

“Art Club is a fusion of an art museum, performing arts venue, and entertainment facility," Kirby Liu, founder of Art Club and Director at POST said. "By melding these elements together, our goal is to establish a new museum and nightlife destination unlike anything the city has seen before.”

Artist Nick Q's work is a direct reflection of his Texas roots. From his 'Faceless Cowboy' to his 'Abstract Cowgirl' to his 'Whiskey While You Work' themes, each creation is a nod to the Lone Star State. Watch his entire interview with Houston Life's Derrick Shore to find out more about Nick's roots and how his career has evolved.

From water painting to calligraphy prints, celebrate culture and traditions at the largest Islamic art festival in the U.S.

Get a first-look inside the Texas-sized, frequency-shifting, immersive experience that is sure to transport you into another dimension.

Art lovers, we've got the perfect event for you. Starting Friday, October 11th, the Bayou City Art Festival takes over Memorial Park with works from hundreds of artists specializing in 19 mediums. On Houston Life, we introduced you to this year's featured artist, Ash Beheshti, and showed you why his mixed media pieces are turning heads.

After a 2-year restoration and preservation project, the iconic theater is ready for its grand reopening to the public.

A group of Houston ISD parents, students, and community members are using their creativity to protest the recent changes within the district.

This mural is meant to serve as a reminder of the slaves whose forced labor created the foundation on which our nation is built.

A new mural at Taqueria Monchy’s honors the life and dedication of Deputy Fernando Esqueda, who was tragically killed in the line of duty last month. Created by artist Suly Flores, the mural stands in East End, where Esqueda grew up, and celebrates his commitment to public service and his positive spirit.

“Houston Life” is proud to launch a partnership with Society6 to spotlight local artists, like Tina Salazar, and celebrate their creativity. You can see her work and other Houston artists now on society6.com/houstonlife.

KPRC 2 anchor Keith Garvin took a walking art tour, where he not only was taught how to sketch art, but also learned about the famed neighborhood of Montmartre.

Get a first look inside this captivating new exhibition that features over 18 unique installations.

Film Director Karla Murthy chats about her documentary 'Love, Jamie' that highlights the life, art, and incarceration of trans artist Jamie Diaz. After serving nearly 30 years in prison for a robbery conviction related to drug addiction, Jamie was released on parole on May 31st, 2024. The documentary chronicles a deep pen pal friendship forged while Jamie was behind bars and how that friendship ultimately resulted in a New York City solo art show of Jamie's work. 'Love, Jamie' is now available to stream as part of the American Masters series on PBS.

Looking to get out of the house? Why not check out some local art? And if you see something you like, all the original pieces are priced at $100 or less.

Looking for something fun, entertaining AND educational for the kids this summer? Doodle Land is a new interactive art museum inspired by Alice In Wonderland.

Come bid on antique and modern rugs of all shapes and sizes to bid on, this is definitely something you don’t want to miss!

Celebrate diversity and creativity at the Sugar Land Arts Fest happening on April 27-28 at the Smart Financial Centre. There you'll find art from over 100 artists, a beer garden and wine garden, live music, and even a live mural painting. We got a preview of this third annual festival with co-chair of the event Stacy Borgfeldt and featured artist Debra Jan Hall.

Bring your creativity at the free family-friendly event with live music and interactive art classes.

Insiders both at Crawfish Fest and those who can’t make it to the park can enter for a chance to win the completed canvas.

Enter here to win a 4-pack of tickets to Bayou City Art Festival!

Meet the student behind the painting “Warriors of the Great Spirit” displayed at NRG RodeoHouston.

Submerse yourself in diversity and culture at the 16th annual Indian Film Festival of Houston. It's happening Feb. 23 - 24, 2024 at the Asia Society Texas Center. Get ready to be captivated by Indian cinema from stories of a single parent trying to survive to the narrative of heart-warming relationships and love that knows no bounds.

A brand new art fair where you can get to know the local art community and mingle with other art lovers. Plus, tonight's opening reception benefits Project Row Houses. Find out how you can attend.

This year the market features over 75 shops filled with home décor, art, gifts, jewelry, and clothing.

They're in a brand-new location on the North Side of town-- and they even host classes and parties.

Courtney Wunder makes jack-o'-lanterns that you can love as long as you'd like!

According to a new poll by Hobby School of Public Affairs at the University of Houston, 30 percent of likely voters say homelessness is one of the three most important problems facing Houston.

Tessa met up with the local artist paying homage to Altuve in a way that will literally make his head big. Jose Olvera takes us through his labor of love creations perfect for Halloween, Dia De Los Muertos, and October baseball.

Enter here to win a 4-pack of tickets to Bayou City Art Festival!

Jens Haaning was given thousands to recreate two art pieces, which included bank notes attached to canvas. Instead, he delivered empty frames.

Inside the Sawyer Studios and Gallery near the Heights you’ll hear the sounds of history.

She creates scriptural and mental awareness pieces

The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art holds a monthly workshop at Smither Park where the community can learn the basics on mosaic making.

Dan and Harvey Dunn are a father and son duo making international headlines with their speed painting.

It's a unique lunch fundraiser when Houston area ceramists, woodturners, artists, and Houston Center for Contemporary Craft collaborate to support the Houston Food Bank in fighting hunger.

It’s art on two wheels! Check out Houston’s art bike parade and festival this weekend.

Calling all art-loving Insiders!

This week, Host Khambrel Marshall sits down with newly-elected and fifth-generation Texan Morgan Luttrell from the 8th Congressional District. He tells Marshall that although he is ready to lead his district, he’s also weighing in on several topics such as the nation’s support to Ukraine amid the Russian-Ukraine war.

Galveston announced this month that artists can apply for grant funding for projects in public spaces.

Want to fill your Houston home with artwork that feels like home? It doesn’t have to be a daunting task or an overly expensive one if you know where to look for quality artwork.

Each year, thousands of Houston Rodeo attendees marvel at the top-notch Western art displayed in the NRG Center. From sketches, pastels and watercolors, to oil and acrylic on canvas and even clay sculptures, the outstanding student-made artwork in the Hayloft Gallery rivals that of seasoned professionals.

Fundraising event to be held January 21st for artists who lost their studio spaces in devastating fire at WInter Street Studios.

An art exhibit and book will commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Texas state park system.

Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner will join the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs and Houston Airports Tuesday to unveil 10 works of art commissioned by the City of Houston during the first stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a news release.

With the holiday season in full swing, we’ve got a fun DIY project you can do at home, FOR YOUR HOME. Or you can gift one to a friend or family member for Christmas! Houston Native Eboni Roberts, Founder and Creative Director of Kicky Mats stopped by to demonstrate this creative and artsy craft with Courtney and Katherine—guest hosting for Derrick Shore today!

The walls are up, and so is the art!

He's the original Eddie Munster, y'all!

The Houston Astros have teamed up with a local artist to celebrate the 2022 postseason.

This annual event features the work of over 200 artists, representing 19 different art disciplines.

This Hispanic Heritage Month, Midtown Houston is honoring Mexican history and culture in a way that all Houstonians get to experience.

The intersection of High Star Road and Westward Street at Hillcroft Street, the Gulfton community’s main street corridor, are set to receive a makeover this weekend.

Ever wanted to try glass blowing? Get ready to be blown away at one of the hottest places in town.

Check out more than 100 authenticated works and installations examining BANKSY's mystique and cultural impact.

The new exhibit is slated to be the largest immersive art experience in the country.

FIEL spokespeople and community members gathered Monday to unveil a mural honoring the victims of a shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas.

Bon Jovi is stopping at Toyota Center Tuesday, April 26th and we have your chance to win a 4-pack of tickets to the show! Scroll down and enter to win below.

Shining a spotlight on Houston's Vietnam War Memorial and the late artist and veteran Thong Pham.

Local artist Jatziri Barron recently created a mural to honor the late Arlene Alvarez in the wake of her tragic death.

Frida Kahlo was a beloved 20th century Mexican artist, best known for compelling self-portraits and radiant pieces inspired by her life in her native country of Mexico.

Michael Rosato knew he had an incredibly important assignment on his hands when he was commissioned to paint a Harriet Tubman mural in Cambridge, Maryland.

A local artist has transformed her Houston Heights home into a canvass. Artist Kati Ozanic-Lemberger is using her fence to hang hand-painted tiles that document history.

Today is National Women’s Entrepreneurship Day, so of course we had to spotlight a female-founded brand that has made its way to Houston.

We’re getting a sneak peek of their big three-day event, happening at Winter Street Studios.

The new exhibit is located inside a sixteen thousand square-foot converted warehouse just steps from CityCentre.

“Dia de Los Muertos” or “Day of the Dead” will be the highlight this fall at Discovery Green.

As we inch closer to the 20th anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, it feels fitting that we’re seeing more and more tributes and events pop up to remember the day.

Remember “King of the Hill?” An Instagram artist brought the popular Texas TV show as life-sized cutouts in Angleton, Texas.

Tiffany & Co. unveiled a new, historic campaign featuring Houston’s own Beyoncé and husband Jay-Z appearing alongside a never-before-seen painting by Jean-Michel Basquiat.

A collection of Impressionist paintings procured by the late Texas businessman and philanthropist Edwin Lochridge Cox is expected to amass in excess of $200 million when it goes to auction at Christie’s in the fall.

When you step into one particular gallery in the Otsuka neighborhood of Tokyo, you will feel a little bit of Houston.

Doug Hiser is passionate about art and just as passionate about teaching it to students.

A Spring Branch ISD student will have their artwork entitled "Essential Cowboy" displayed in the nation's capital.

The University of Houston-Clear Lake will host an art gallery reception for the artist who is behind the “Be Someone” design.

A closer look at how a team of H-E-B partners worked together to bring a very special Juneteenth chalk mural to life

The work is now underway to create a mural in hopes of attracting the 2026 FIFA World Cup bid for the City of Houston.

Ever wanted to see how a mural is made in Houston? You’ll definitely have a chance this weekend.

Several young Texans used their artistic skills to compete in Texas Parks and Wildlife and Wildlife Forever’s Fish Art Contest this year.

Texas artists have installed sculptures on eight designated sites alongside the esplanade's walking, jogging, and nature trails.

Houston artist Grant Maniér could be defined as a Renaissance man.

One of the most exciting and colorful events of the year will be located along the scenic banks of the Woodlands Waterway and Town Green Park.

Hermann Park’s Miller Outdoor Theatre will conclude their extended hiatus and return with a schedule packed full of shows for the whole family to enjoy.

A world-renowned violinist will make a stop to Jones Hall with a performance honoring Ludwig von Beethoven.

It’s time to mark your calendars for one of the most exciting and colorful events of the year!

We are updating our investigation by showing the latest discovery by KPRC2 Investigates regarding the private art collection stored on the taxpayers' dime.

"Confluence" is currently being developed near UH-DowntownHOUSTON – A new mural is being installed at two of Houston’s bayous near the University of Houston-Downtown dedicated to the migratory birds of Houston’s major waterways. The mural, titled “Confluence,” is being developed by Jane Kim, co-founder of Ink Dwell studio and commissioned by Houston Parks Board and in collaboration with Buffalo Bayou Partnership. It tells a story about birds and how they seasonally change color to attract mates, explained a news release. Measured at about 223 feet in length, the mural’s background will serve as a map of Houston’s bayous. AdThe mural began development this month and is set to complete between four to six weeks, the release said.

The Moroccan landscape painted by Winston Churchill and owned by Angelina Jolie sold at auction on Monday March 1, 2021, for more than $11.5 million, smashing the previous record for a work by Britains World War II leader. (AP Photo/Frank Augstein, File)LONDON – A Moroccan landscape painted by Winston Churchill and owned by Angelina Jolie sold at auction on Monday for more than $11.5 million, smashing the previous record for a work by Britain’s World War II leader. The pre-sale estimate was 1.5 million pounds to 2.5 million pounds, and the previous record price for a Churchill painting was just under 1.8 million pounds. Churchill gave the painting to Roosevelt as a memento of the trip. The painting was sold by the Jolie Family Collection.

Those are what Up Art Studio Houston is calling “mini murals,” and they’re giving emerging Texas artists a chance to showcase their designs on them…as well as get PAID to do so! The Mini Murals Program has already paid local artists over $300,000 over the past 5 years, and it has many upcoming opportunities for commissions in 2021. Mini Murals is an award-winning program curated and managed by UP Art Studio, and commissions artists to paint small-scale murals on traffic signal control cabinets and other utility cabinets in the right of way in diverse neighborhoods of Texas cities. Over the past 5 years, UP Art Studio has commissioned artists to paint more than 300 Mini Murals. AdTo apply to join the Artist Registry, artists should visit the Artist Info page at MiniMurals.org, or Up Art Studio.

Midtown Houston has partnered with UP Art Studio to create relevant, unconventional mini murals in the district. HOUSTON – Houston-area artists can show off their creativity by painting mini murals in several Texas cities. UP Art Studio, who curated the award-winning program, put out a call for artists to paint small-scale murals on traffic signal cabinets and other utility cabinets in diverse Texas neighborhoods. Upcoming project commissions include City of Houston Districts C and H, East Aldine, League City, La Porte, and Near Northwest. Interested artists can join the Mini Murals Artist Program registry at any time.

ReelAbilities 2021 will take place virtually and the public is invited. HOUSTON – This year’s ReelAbilities Festival will take place virtually and Houstonians are invited to view the best of music, art, and film. The ReelAbilities festival will also feature a music, art, and movie festival featuring contributions made by talented people with disabilities. The events are free and anyone can attend to view showings, or purchase art from talent. AdTo see the full schedule and for more information on movie showings and the music festival, click here.

HOUSTON – A Jack Yates High School graduate is bringing a massive mural to Houston’s Third Ward community. The Black Lives Matter-inspired street painting is located across from the school on West Alabama Street. Floyd was also a Jack Yates High School graduate. He continued: “I’m doing this because I feel like this will send out a great message to us in this community and also a message to people who don’t think Black Lives Matter. There will be a parade with students from Texas Southern University and Jack Yates High School.

With a little help from their keepers, animals at the Houston Zoo have gotten to work creating the most adorable pieces of art to fundraise money for their friends in the wild. From elephant kisses to hearts painted by sea lions, rhinos and red pandas, the Houston Zoo is offering a range of Valentine’s Day-themed art. The custom art pieces range from $50 - $300 and include an unmatted flat canvas, a photo of the animal artist, and domestic shipping. During this experience, participants will be able to choose their own paint colors and interact with zookeepers as they assist the animals in creating the art pieces. Click here to view the gallery of animal art pieces ready for purchase or click here to book a virtual painting experience.