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THE FEATURED ARTISTS
WALLS OF RAINEY
THE CREATIVE CURRENT
The Creative Current is Rainey Street’s dedicated mural and public art initiative. It is a living conduit for creativity, culture, and community. This ongoing program commissions acclaimed local and international artists to transform Rainey's walls into bold large scale works of art, turning the neighborhood into an evolving open air gallery.
Through the walls of Rainey, each mural tells a story about Austin’s history, diversity, and energy while creating new opportunities for artists and businesses to connect. Visitors can experience these works through a self guided journey that links every mural, artist, and story across the district.
By weaving art into the fabric of Rainey Street, The Creative Current not only beautifies public spaces but also serves as a conduit for dialogue, inspiration, and the creative economy. This ensures that Rainey Street remains one of Austin’s most dynamic cultural destinations.
⚲ 84 EAST ON GALLERY WALL
BY:
SOPHIA CROASDALE
sophiacroasdale.com
500 Terry Francine Street
San Francisco, CA 94158
Sophia Croasdale is a large-scale abstract artist based in Austin, TX who earned her BFA from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Her work is rooted in pattern painting, exploring the interplay of light, illusion, and color theory to create rhythmic compositions.
Deeply influenced by architecture, Sophia draws inspiration from the structured repetition found in building materials, tiles, and windows, as well as the organic patterns of nature— such as seashells and water reflections.
She considers both the visual rhythm and emotional resonance of color and form, using vibrant hues, gradients, and dynamic patterns to create a balance between harmony and chaos.
⚲ 84 EAST
BY:
MATTHEW
TRUJILLO
500 Terry Francine Street
San Francisco, CA 94158
Born in Las Cruces, New Mexico, 36-year-old working-artist Matthew Trujillo now calls Austin, TX his home. Matthew draws influence from fashion, music, architecture, design, and beyond. His use of sharp, graphic-style facial expressions, mixed with contemporary design creates striking presentations of modern pop art mixed with street style aesthetic.
Successfully experimenting with the different light tones that bring more intensity and depth to his painting Trujillo creates mesmerizing art that sparks the imagination of the viewer and invites them to create their own story. Having gained a strong following across Texas, Trujillo was featured in the show Concrete to Canvas where he was added to West Chelsea Contemporary’s represented artist roster. After having success showcasing in exhibitions amongst respected artist such as Tyler Shields, Blek Le Rat, Gary James McQueen, KAWS, and more Trujillo now finds himself moving to New York to continue his push into the art world.
READY TO MAKE YOUR MARK?
SHAPE THE STREET WITH RAINEY'S ARTIST PROGRAM.
Rainey Street’s walls are more than brick and paint, they’re canvases for stories, voices, and visions. Through The Creative Current, Rainey's ongoing mural and public art initiative, acclaimed local and international artists are transforming the district into a living gallery that celebrates Austin’s energy, history, and diversity.
We’re always looking to grow the current. Artists who want to bring bold new work to Rainey and sponsors who want to support these cultural landmarks are invited to join us in shaping the street’s creative future.