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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.
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SOPHIA CROASDALE
500 Terry Francine Street
San Francisco, CA 94158
Sophia Croasdale is a large-scale abstract artist based in Austin, Texas, with a BFA from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Rooted in pattern painting, her work explores the interplay of light, illusion, and color theory to create rhythmic, immersive compositions.Influenced by both architecture and nature, she draws from the structured repetition of building materials, tiles, and windows, as well as organic patterns like seashells and water reflections. Through vibrant hues, gradients, and dynamic patterns, Sophia focuses on visual rhythm and emotional resonance, finding a balance between harmony and controlled chaos.
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MATTHEW
TRUJILLO
500 Terry Francine Street
San Francisco, CA 94158
Born in Las Cruces, New Mexico, Matthew Trujillo is a 36-year-old working artist now based in Austin, Texas. Influenced by fashion, music, architecture, and design, he creates sharp, graphic portraits that blend modern pop art with a street-style aesthetic.
By experimenting with light and tonal shifts, Trujillo brings intensity and depth to his paintings, inviting viewers to imagine their own stories within his work. He has built a strong following across Texas and was featured in the show Concrete to Canvas, joining West Chelsea Contemporary’s roster of represented artists. After exhibiting alongside artists such as Tyler Shields, Blek Le Rat, Gary James McQueen, and KAWS, he is now extending his practice to New York to further his reach in the art world.
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MOTICK
Motick is a global graffiti icon with more than 27 years of experience. A pioneer of urban art, his bold, expressive style has reshaped walls and cities around the world. In addition to his graffiti practice, he is an accomplished graphic designer and advertising creative, fusing visual storytelling with cultural depth. His work bridges street art and design, transforming public spaces into vivid expressions of identity and connection.
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VALENTIN REYES
Valentin Reyes is a multidisciplinary artist whose work spans painting, tattoo, photography, and visual design. His style blends fluid line work with bold color fields, creating pieces that feel both playful and deeply intentional. His mural bring that signature movement to the street: a composition of expressive, human-form lines and confident strokes that invites curiosity and interaction. With a background that crosses fine art and contemporary visual culture, Valentin's work adds an energetic, human, and creative signature to the evolving identity of Rainey Street.
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SLEEP
Ryan Sleep navigates the boundaries between street art and fine art, creating work that challenges perspectives while maintaining an unmistakable visual language. Beginning with his iconic Sleep TV character—a walking television that has appeared on over 100,000 stickers across multiple continents—his practice has evolved to include mixed-media paintings, screen prints, light projections, and digital works. Based in Austin, Sleep combines techniques from street art with fine art sophistication, layering spray paint, screen-printed elements, and carefully collected text into works that reward repeated viewing.
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GOOD LUCK BUDDHA
Good Luck Buddha is a contemporary street artist whose work blends pop-cultural iconography with spiritual symbolism and playful urban wit. Known for creating bright, inviting, and approachable visual pieces, Good Luck Buddha’s art often carries an undercurrent of optimism and joy. His installations bring a sense of wonder and warmth into public spaces, using color and form to evoke both contemplation and lightheartedness. On Rainey Street, his work adds a vibrant and uplifting moment that resonates with viewers and contributes to the neighborhood’s evolving artistic identity.
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HOPE HUMMINGBIRD
500 Terry Francine Street
San Francisco, CA 94158
Hope Hummingbird is a ceramicist and street artist from Philadelphia, now based in Austin, Texas. She hangs handmade porcelain tiles throughout the city to spread a sense of hope and community, often portraying historical figures whose stories of strength and resilience speak to current movements.
Her work has been featured at the Philadelphia International Airport for the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment and in the Visit Philly City of Sisterly Love campaign for Women’s History Month. She has been a guest speaker for Mural Arts’ Artists in Conversation program and a guest artist at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. In Austin, she teaches ceramics and mosaic making and contributes to community art initiatives including Walls Unite and Raasin in the Sun.
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CHOUS
500 Terry Francine Street
San Francisco, CA 94158
Chous is an internationally acclaimed Mexican muralist and designer. With more than 20 years of experience transforming public spaces and collaborating with global brands, Chous is known for bold muralism, illustration, and large-scale works that weave together urban culture and the natural world. His murals have appeared in cities from Madrid to China to Berlin, and now his vibrant, expansive style is part of Rainey’s evolving streetscape.
⚲ 84 EAST
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J MUZACZ
500 Terry Francine Street
San Francisco, CA 94158
J Muzacz is an Austin-based mosaic and mural artist whose work is rooted in community connection, cultural storytelling, and meticulous craftsmanship. Known for transforming large-scale surfaces into richly detailed visual narratives, he draws from themes of heritage, identity, and collective memory. His mosaics and murals often incorporate thousands of hand-placed pieces, bringing depth, texture, and a sense of permanence to urban environments. On Rainey Street, J’s artistry has become foundational to the visual revival of the area, helping shape its identity through thoughtful, vibrant, and enduring public art.
⚲ 84 EAST
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FELIPE GOMEZ
500 Terry Francine Street
San Francisco, CA 94158
Felipe Gomez is a multimedia artist whose work explores identity, shape, and emotional resonance through bold visual composition. His pieces often combine elements of color, texture, and layered geometry to create striking contemporary forms that stand out in public spaces. With a background in both traditional and experimental mediums, Felipe’s style bridges fine art and urban expression. On Rainey Street, his work brings a fresh, modern energy to the environment, contributing to the district’s creative momentum and visual dialogue.
⚲ 84 EAST
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CARMEN RANGEL
500 Terry Francine Street
San Francisco, CA 94158
Carmen Rangel is an artist most known for her captivating use of color and murals both painted and in mosaic. The connection that femininity has with nature, her exploration of Latinx culture/experience, and wanderlust are common themes in her work.
Rangel is a graduate of St. Edward’s University in Communication and studied design and art. Aside from her personal creative endeavors she has also played a role in community and public art projects in the city of Austin, and is the co-founder of The Mosaic Workshop.
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Ememem
500 Terry Francine Street
San Francisco, CA 94158
Ememem is a French street artist known for flacking, his signature way of repairing cracked sidewalks, potholes, and damaged facades with intricate mosaics. He turns everyday wear and tear into visual poetry, blending craftsmanship, playfulness, and urban storytelling.
Working anonymously, he lets the mosaics speak for themselves. His colorful, geometric pieces appear overnight in cities across Europe and now on Rainey Street, inviting people to look down, pause, and find unexpected moments of beauty in the cracks beneath their feet.
⚲ 84 EAST
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JIM BACHOR
500 Terry Francine Street
San Francisco, CA 94158
Jim Bachor is an American artist known for his witty, unexpected approach to mosaic installation. Using a classical technique rooted in ancient Roman craftsmanship, he embeds finely detailed mosaics into potholes and worn city surfaces, turning everyday infrastructure into public art with humor and intention.
His work has appeared in major cities around the world, where his mosaics act as both artistic statements and permanent repairs. On Rainey Street, his pieces feel like hidden treasures in the pavement, inviting people to stop, look down, and experience the street in a new way.
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.