#HoustonCreatives: the local artists who inspire us

Through a mix of mediums, formats and perspectives local artists illuminate the unknown, color the previously black-and-white and add depth to our understanding of our surroundings, our lives, circumstances and more. Through our research process for the Thought provokers series we’ve come across so many works of art that have inspired us and we’d like to share some of our favorites we you below.

 

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A collection of assorted pictures #htxvisuals #houstonmodels #htxportraits #houstonvisuals #houston #warmphotos #warmportrait #pursuitofportraits #portraitvision #portraitsvisuals #photos_dailydose #portrait #voyagehouston #visionscreatedreams @pursuitofportraits @voyagehouston @photos_dailydose

A post shared by Leo A Bader (@leobaderphoto) on Apr 22, 2019 at 7:01am PDT

 

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Creativity is limitless! This image was shot in my living room using no fancy gear just my go-to #onelightsetup and a #canont3i paired with a #75300mm lens. I guarantee you already have the gear you need to create amazing images! Your entry-level or old Canon, Sony, or Nikon gear that you already own can be used to capture high-end portraits like this one! 📸 Take control of your digital camera, #MasterYourDigitalCamera! 📸 Last 2 course dates here in Houston, TX are April 29th and April 30th. Courses in Los Angeles available for booking in May! Skype lessons are also offered as an option if you Can’t meet in person for your hand-on training session. 📸 Click the link in my bio to sign up and book your private 1-on-1. Struggling with retouching? 1-on-1 lessons and coaching sessions are also available for booking. Inquire via email jarrelleleephotography@gmail.com

A post shared by Leopold (@jarrellelee) on Apr 27, 2019 at 4:47pm PDT

 

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Vintage Vibes ❤️☮️ xoxo, @veronicacincophotography #VeronicaCincoPhotography #PotraitPhotographer #HoustonPotraits #LoveAndPeace #PeaceAndLove #HippyShoot #PositiveVibes #PeaceLoveHappiness #houstonbabyphotography #houstonfamilyphotography #houstonmaternityphotographer #dallasmaternityphotographer #dallasbabyphotographer #houstonfamilyphotographer #dallasbabyphotography #houstonbabyphotographer #dallasfamilyphotographer #dallasfamilyphotography #houstonmaternityphotography #houstonbaby #houstonfamily #sanantoniofamilyphotography #sanantoniofamilyphotographer #austinfamilyphotographer #austinfamilyphotography #sugarlandfamilyphotographer #austinmaternityphotographer #houstonmaternity

A post shared by Veronicacincophotography (@veronicacincophotography) on Mar 1, 2019 at 8:02am PST

 

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June mini sessions (Boho Sunset) set up!!! Let me know if I need to save your spot!

A post shared by Lauren Riley (@lauren_riley_photography) on Apr 8, 2019 at 8:29am PDT

 

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My favorite girl in orange ~ Time To Be A Longhorn 🤘🏻#seniorsunday

A post shared by Deanna Vereb Photography (@deannaverebphotography) on Apr 14, 2019 at 7:28am PDT

 

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Ivory for modern bridesmaids ✨ #margaretcollection . . . . #bridesmaid #bridesmaiddress #bridesmaiddresses #bridesmaidinspiration #weddinginspiration #dressdesigner #custombridesmaids #custombridesmaiddress #bespokebridesmaids #texaswedding #texasdesigner #fashiondesigner #bridaldesigner #texasfashion #houstonfashion

A post shared by Margaret Collection Bridesmaid (@margaretcollection) on Jan 9, 2019 at 3:43pm PST

 

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Last Sunday (3/24) I had the chance to meet some wonderful models and great photographers in downtown Houston. A big shout out to James Parish @jamesparishphotography for showing me some love. #mmckieverphotography #mmckieverphotographer #htxphotographer #htxfashion #htxmodels #houstonphotographer #houstontx #houstonphotography

A post shared by Melvyn (D-Mack) McKiever (@mmckieverphotography) on Mar 28, 2019 at 1:11am PDT

 

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I’m still blown away when shooting with my Nikon D850 Loving the detail, color, speed and resolution. ★★★★★ 5 star rating. Client: Senior Graduation Shoot. @tclark69 ________________ #seniopics @nikond850 #nikonworld_ @altorresphotography #luxurylifestyle #style #picoftheday #houstonportraitphotographer #portrait_shots #style #houstonheadshotphotographer #houstonphotographer #portrait_ig #fashion #studio #photoshoot #luxurylife #globe_people #portrait_vision #nikonphotography

A post shared by AL TORRES | PHOTOGRAPHY (@altorresphotography) on Apr 13, 2019 at 7:04am PDT

 

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Skylar and her mom. #aaangstphotography #dogs #dogsofinstagram #dogsandtheirhumans #springtxphotographer #houstontxphotography #houstontxphotographer #oldtownspringphotographer

A post shared by Alicia A Photography (@photographyaliciaa) on Feb 12, 2019 at 12:43pm PST

 

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I made this… #doart #tattoos #elephanttattoos #illustration #blackwork #linework #boldwillhold #eternalink #pachyderm #tusks #houstontattooartist #dichotomyart #workhorsetattoocompany

A post shared by Christopher Malice (@christophermalice) on Mar 23, 2019 at 5:20pm PDT

 

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Always a pleasure to tattoo another artist! Thanks @judge.dreads for the trust! Really excited to be able to use Aquamarine. Gonna incorporate it more into my future designs 😏 Done at @imperialtattoocompany Been using @aftermathskincare this past week and I got nothing but love for that ointment. Smells amazing, reduces redness and swelling, and doesn’t wipe away the stencil like a lot of other brands do, top shelf stuff for sure 🙌🏻 @aftermathskincare @aftermathskincare @aftermathskincare For booking: Dm me or email at Cristyan@imperialtattoocompany.com @neotraditionalworldwide @texasinkedmagazine @texas.tattoos @neotraditionalartwork @radtattoos @tattoosnob #art #stipplingtattoo #faceless #facelesstattoo #tattoodesign #tattoo #neotraditional #neotraditionaltattoo #etchingtattoo #houstontattoo #houstontattooartist #tattoosnob #texastattooartist #texastattoo #texastattooer #houston #htx #htown #imperialtattoocompany #grahmattertattoos #blackandgrey #blackandgreytattoo #detailedtattoo #texasinked #neotradworldwide #tatuajes #tatuaje #aftermathskincare

A post shared by Cristyan Medina (@grahmatter) on Nov 26, 2018 at 5:02pm PST

 

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Buzzer and lavender for Elyse’s inner thigh . Thanks for coming in! ✌🏻 – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – #tattoo #tattoos #ink #bee #beetattoo #traditionaltattoos #traditionalart #traditionaltattoo #traditional #lavender #flower #flowertattoo #traditonalbangers #texas #tattooartist

A post shared by Bobby Mack (@bobbymackart) on May 4, 2019 at 11:53am PDT

 

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“Don’t be a don’t-er be a do-er “- @drew_dimas ————————————————————————————— Tattoosbyalex7@yahoo.com @goldrushcollectivetattoos @badparadisehtx Done with @ruethlessirons ————————————————————————————— #goldrushcollective #ruethlessirons #tattoo #blackwork #houston #theheights #texasinked ##btattooing #blackworkers #blackworkerssubmission #houston #htx #houstontattooartist #houstontattoos #houstontattoo #htown #badparadise #chicanoways #thedead #houston #tejas #texas #floral #botanical #illustration #halfhealedhalffresh

A post shared by Alex Rios-Cox (@tattoosbyalex) on Apr 29, 2019 at 8:52pm PDT

 

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Some favorites of the year! Will be taking appointments for January! #jimmyhtx #virtuetattoo #sugarlandtx #sugarlandtattoo #sugarlandtattooshop #tattoo #tattooartist #houstontattooartist #houstontattoo #walkintattoo #traditional #traditionaltattoo #colortattoo #whipshaded #linework #tradtattoo #blackandgreytattoo #newyear #2019 #favoritetattoo #tattooappointment

A post shared by Jarid Penn (@jimmyhtx) on Dec 31, 2018 at 10:01pm PST

 

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About to Blast off on them folks.. Click the link in the bio or inbox me to set an appointment for your next tattoo 💯 . . . . #houstontattooartist #Houstontattoos #dallastx #dallastattoos #dallas #htx #katytx #HTOWN #houstonrockets #Houstonastros #Houstontexas #Texastattooartist #Houston #Houstontx #atx #Texastattoos #Instagramtattoos #procreate #houstonmakeupartist #Dallasmakeupartist #Houstonbarber #dallastexas #281 #713 #alief #swhouston #Houstonrockets #mobties

A post shared by A.B.E. (@_blkd) on Apr 30, 2019 at 6:14am PDT

 

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“Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap ,but by the seeds that you plant.” Robert Louis Stevenson. 12×24 charcoal on canvas #paddyfield #charcoalart #charcoaloncanvas #krimeimage #commisionwork #willtradevalue #grc #culture (281)408-6838 / krimeimage@gmail.com to inquire about commission art and tattoos. Deposit required to Book a Appointment. #houstontattooartist #houstonartist. #goldrushartist.

A post shared by Tattoos By Krime (@krime_image) on Aug 31, 2018 at 2:44pm PDT

 

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#houston #houstontattooartist #weatheredhelmartstudio#houston #tattoo#tattoos #tattooartist#newtattoo #tattoo #tattooer #tattooartist #texastattoo#tattoo #houstontexas #houstonart #houstonstylist#houstontexas #houstonart #houstons #houstonstylist #houstonclubs #houstonastros #houstonmodel #houstonsalon #houstonhair #houstonnails#houstonnightlife #houstontattoo#houstontattooartist#houstontattooshop

A post shared by Tony Arredondo (@tony_arredondo_art) on Apr 25, 2019 at 9:20am PDT

 

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Just doing what I love👌🏻 . . . #filmtexas #filmHouston #film #focuspuller #camera #tilta #assistantcamera #filmmaking #beard #yeehaw

A post shared by Antonio Zamarripa (@tonyshaazam) on Apr 14, 2019 at 4:36pm PDT