Houston Newsmakers: US Rep. and 5th Generation Texan Morgan Luttrell says he’s ready to lead
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.
Houston Rodeo art: 72 outstanding creations from 2023′s fierce student art contest
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.
Mayor Turner to unveil 10 art commissions created during COVID-19 pandemic for Houston airports
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.
For your home: DIY and custom doormats!
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!
Click2Win: Institute of Anti-Aging Medicine and Skin Spa $500 Gift Card Sweepstakes
Institute of Anti-Aging Medicine and Skin Spa wants you to look and feel your best. That’s why they’re giving one lucky winner the chance to win a gift card to experience Houston’s original anti-aging wellness center with a fully integrated Medical Spa.
Fruit of the vine: Couple opens winery near Los Fresnos
“We went to Lone Star National Bank and presented our business plan and everything and they were on board. Bonita Flats also sources Blanc du Bois grapes from Real Farms, a USDA research farm in Monte Alto that’s been growing grapes for 25 years, she said. It’s the same variety of grape, but wine made from Monte Alto’s Blanc du Bois is totally distinct from Bonita Flats’ Blanc du Bois wine, Melissa said. That Blanc du Bois really absorbs the terroir.”“Terroir” is a French word that refers to how regional soil and climate affect how grapes and wine taste. “People are requesting that we keep the South-Texas-farm-chic vibe going, so we’re thinking about it,” Art said.
myrgv.comClick2Win: Bayou City Art Festival Tickets
Bayou City Art Festival returns to Memorial Park March 25 - 27! 300 artists from every corner of North America, representing 19 different disciplines, will once again join together with tens of thousands of art-loving patrons in Houston for three days full of art, music, food, and entertainment.
You can score a Cezanne or Van Gogh at a Texas oil tycoon’s $200 million Impressionist art auction -- but it’ll cost you some Monet
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.
Trading legend Art Cashin shares his poem to say goodbye to 2020 and welcome the New Year
Art Cashin couldn't lead the New York Stock Exchange in the singing of "Wait til the Sun Shines Nellie" this year, but he penned this poem for UBS and its clients and is sharing it with us here. Happy New Year, Art. Look forward to seeing you on the floor in 2021.
cnbc.comArt that's made of money
Art that's made of money To many the idea of cutting up money for artistic purposes seems insane. But Mark Wagner saw something more when he first cut up a dollar 15 years ago. Now he's assembles collages entirely from one dollar bills that can sell for tens of thousands of dollars. Anthony Mason reports.
cbsnews.comArt that's made of money
Art that's made of money To many the idea of cutting up money for artistic purposes seems insane. But Mark Wagner saw something more when he first cut up a dollar 15 years ago. Now he's assembles collages entirely from one dollar bills that can sell for tens of thousands of dollars. Anthony Mason reports.
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