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Our Austin Studio Tour Group Exhibit starts next weekend, 11/8-9 & 15-16! Click here to learn more. Thank you to our Platinum Sponsor, Fast Frame & The Westlake Gallery!
The Creative Arts Society, established in 1995, is an Austin based, non-profit 501(c)(3) thriving arts organization actively promoting the development of the “Artist in Everyone” for the expanding growth and diversity of our community. Our vision is to be a vital presence in the community inspiring: Cultural enrichment, Community participation, and respect for diversity. Our goal is to increase awareness and appreciation for and through the Arts. CAS welcomes artists from all backgrounds and supports diversity of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, disability and age.
WELCOME TO CAS!
FEATURED ARTIST Jessica Hickman
Artist Statement
Jessica Hickman is a self-taught painter living and working in Austin, Texas. Drawn to the meditative process of layering acrylic paint, she has developed a distinctive technique that plays with viscosity, transparency, and depth. The result is a body of work that feels both grounded and otherworldly—dreamy, ethereal, and often monochromatic, abstractions that echo the shapes and moods of natural elements and landscapes without seeking to depict them directly.
Her paintings have been featured in exhibitions at Art for the People Gallery and the Round Rock City Arts Center, where audiences connect with the organic fluidity of her style. Jessica’s creative practice extends beyond visual art: she is also a children’s book author and the founder of a cottage bakery. Across these disciplines, she finds resonance in rhythm, process, and care—threads that inform her artistic voice and guide her exploration of beauty, balance, and transformation.
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@jessicahickman_createa
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2025 MEMBER MEETINGS
Next Meeting!
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Date: Sunday, December 7th, 2025
Time: 1:30 - 3:30 pm (Networking from 1:30 - 2 pm)
*NEW Location*: First Presbyterian Church
8001 Mesa Drive, 78731
Agenda:
The meeting will feature a panel discussion on "Pricing Art" with some of our most prolific selling artists: Leslie Kell, Amanda Zappler, Lisa Hoekstra, Kara Manza and Joyce LaBaw. In addition, we will have our traditional Q4 meeting activities of Holiday Potluck (optional - bring a treat to share), Show 'n Tell (optional - bring a piece of your art to show off), and 2026 board induction. As usual we will wrap up with a raffle of door prize goodie bags. Hope you can join us to meet and mingle with fellow artists and art supporters!
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​​Also, Members are welcome to attend our board meetings. These are typically held the month before each members meeting. Please refer to the Calendar for the specific dates and contact any board member for the zoom invitation.
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Dear CAS artists, patrons, and supporters:
The holidays are approaching and I'm very excited about our upcoming events. In November, we are looking forward to Austin Studio Tour at Propaganda HQ: with 35 artists participating, live music, and refreshments, CASxAST2025 is shaping up to be a legendary event.
In December, I hope you can join us for our Q4 Member's meeting which will feature an informal panel discussion on "Pricing Art" with some of our most prolific selling artists: Leslie Kell, Amanda Zappler, Lisa Hoekstra, Kara Manza and Joyce LaBaw. In addition, we will have our traditional Q4 meeting activities of Holiday Potluck (optional - bring a treat to share), Show 'n Tell (optional - bring a piece of your art to show off), and 2026 board induction. Non-members are welcome, so feel free to bring a plus-one. Hope to see you there!
As always if you have any ideas, suggestions, or feedback, please contact any board member through the website Contact Us page.
Regards,
Ratha Grimes,
Creative Arts Society
2025 President
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