New art venues have opened across central and north Texas, including The Junction Creative Collective in San Antonio, 7 Moons Media Studios in Richardson, and Ateliê By The Experience in Dallas. The Junction Creative Collective replaces the former Clamp Light Studios & Gallery, an artist-run space founded in 2009, now led by directors Symone Harvey and Bridgette Ralph under owner Edna Félan. In Dallas, Daisha Board has partnered in Ateliê By The Experience, a gallery and restaurant featuring Michelin-trained chef Wyl Lima, continuing her work supporting underrepresented artists. In Richardson, Anne Balsamo opened 7 Moons Media Studios in 2025, with its inaugural exhibition "Remix the Archive" debuting in March 2026, focusing on the intersection of old and new media technologies.
These openings matter because they reflect the resilience and evolution of grassroots art spaces in Texas, particularly in cities outside the traditional art capitals. The Junction Creative Collective preserves the community-building mission of Clamp Light while adapting to rising costs, and Ateliê By The Experience merges art with international cuisine to reach broader audiences. 7 Moons Media Studios brings a unique focus on media archaeology, bridging vintage technology and contemporary art. Together, they signal a growing, decentralized art infrastructure in the region that supports diverse artists and fosters local cultural engagement.