Julie Ahmad Contemporary Art Gallery - Austin, Texas

Katy Lindell

We discovered Julie in the fall of 2022 at West Studio Tour. We had attended East in previous years and that year we went to West. After lunch with friends we headed over to see the Galleries on Thornton Rd.

We buy original, and often local, art because we love being surrounded by unique pieces! We feel like original art allows us to make our home truly ours.

Supporting someone like Julie also feels personal. We love how she is championing not only her work but the work of other female artists in Austin.

We own two of Julie's pieces:

Low Key Rock Star - We were drawn to the colors and playful nature of the piece, and loved the scale and the bright pink low key rockstar. Our 76 year old neighbor dog/house sits for us and shared that every time she looks at it she notices something new.

Lord of the Flies - We adored the small graphic fly at the bottom of the piece. Along with the brilliant Greens and geometric pattern, which was very different than anything we owned, that fly was too cool not to make ours. When Julie shared how the fly came to be it made if even better. The piece is covered in resin and she had it laying out drying. The next morning when she came in there was a fruit fly stuck in the resin. She had a show and didn’t quite know what to do…then she had nothing short of a stroke of genius and painted the small fly to cover the imperfection. Obviously, the fly is perfect.

Rachel Richey

My husband's and my experience with Julie's gallery has been wonderful thus far. We attended a show recently and were greeted warmly by Julie as well as many of the featured artists. The event was well staffed, appropriately vended, had great music at the perfect volume, and we very much enjoyed ourselves. The art styles and subjects were varied and interesting, and the ability to vote for certain categories and overall crowd favorite was fun and engaging. If you are thinking of attending one of Julie's events or purchasing from her gallery, I highly recommend reaching out to her to start a conversation.

Elisabet Iparrea

I am so proud to support Julie Ahmad Contemporary Art Gallery. Her art is truly incredible but her passion for empowering women is unmatched and inspiring! Thank you Julie for being a force to be reckoned with in art and women empowerment. I am truly grateful that you use your art platform for this mission! Keep up the great work!
PS- Kalista is beautiful and amazing you are so blessed to have her on your team! ?

Crystal Lopez

This an ABSOLUTE hidden gem in Austin, TX. You don't want to miss out on discovering this inspired Women Led Art Gallery.

I had the opportunity to attend an exclusive Art Party Exhibit here, complete with an open bar, a Silent Disco Sponsor, and genuine face to face contact with the professional creatives themselves.

I'm so impressed by the passion and enthusiasm from the team here. Do yourself a favor and go get absolutely charmed by some art. Thank you Ms. Julie for hosting an incredible event, and thank you Kalista for your committed advocacy for Women in Arts!

Raritha Joshy

It was my first time attending, and the evening was nothing short of magical. Julie was an exceptional host, making everyone feel welcomed and inspired.

The focus on supporting women and celebrating talent added so much meaning to the night, and the Art Awards made the evening even more exciting. Congratulations to all the winners! I left feeling inspired and grateful to be part of such a vibrant, uplifting community.

Highly recommend attending future events—this one was truly special!

Anna Ganina

Julie Ahmad Gallery’s Studio Soiree was an absolute delight! The exhibit showcased stunning contemporary art, creating a vibrant and engaging atmosphere. The dynamic energy of the space made it a perfect setting to connect with creativity and inspiration. It was a wonderful way to spend an evening, surrounded by beautiful works of art and a lively crowd. I highly recommend visiting for anyone looking to experience something truly special in the art world!

Kelly

A gallery dedicated to supporting women in art— what more could you ask for? I have loved attending Julie’s events and supporting such incredible artists. The collective talent and creativity at this studio is unmatched. If you’re in the mood for a nice chat and great atmosphere, this is where to find it.

Kerri Curtis

I love this gallery and all Julie does for women artists! Not only am I inspired by the work she creates, but also by all she does for the community and all the meaningful connections she makes— that in turn— make a difference. Her shows are wonderfully curated and always bring a great crowd. There is always a great energy at her events and in her gallery — a direct reflection of Julie who is a true talent and lovely human to boot!