Karen Maness Artist Open Studio - 2nd Saturdays - ART HUB ATX

Discover the world of acclaimed artist, author, and Hollywood backdrop expert Karen L. Maness at the monthly Second Saturday Open Studio at Art Hub ATX.

This event is ideal for art collectors, interior designers, film lovers, theatre professionals, and Austin art explorers seeking high-quality, museum-level work.

What You’ll Experience at the Open Studio

• View original paintings, works-in-progress, and large-scale scenic pieces
• Meet Karen Maness and learn about her artistic process
• Explore rare Hollywood backdrop history
• Purchase available artwork directly from the artist
• Commission custom works or discuss private viewings

Event: Second Saturday Open Studio – Karen Maness Art, Studio E4

When: Every Second Saturday • 1 PM – 6 PM

Where: Art Hub ATX, 2801 S I-35 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX

Artist Website: https://www.karenmaness.com

The Art of the Hollywood Backdrop: https://www.theartofthehollywoodbackdrop.org

Explore the richly layered studio practice of artist and Hollywood backdrop historian Karen L. Maness during Open Studios at Art Hub ATX. Step inside her working studio, where large-scale paintings, cinematic studies, and research materials reveal the depth of her creative process. Maness’ practice blends classical craftsmanship, scenic-art heritage, and contemporary storytelling, shaped by decades of work in theatre, film, and fine art. Her atmospheric landscapes and expressive figurative works reflect a mastery of scale, gesture, and narrative. As co-author of The Art of the Hollywood Backdrop and recipient of the USITT Distinguished Achievement Award, she offers visitors a rare glimpse into the lineage and techniques that inform her work. Guests can browse available paintings, view works in progress, explore her reference archives, and speak with the artist about her process and influences. Discover an immersive creative environment where history, craft, and imagination converge.

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