Holiday Art Market
Saturday November 29th, 2025
10am-4pm
Bihl Haus Gallery
Bihl Haus Arts Annual Holiday Art Market
Saturday November 29th, 10am – 4pm
2803 Fredericksburg Rd. San Antonio, Texas
Discover unique holiday gifts at our family-friendly art market, featuring a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Get ready to shop local for the holidays! Join us at Bihl Haus Arts for our annual holiday art market. Discover unique, handcrafted gifts from talented local artists
The Process Becoming a Butterfly
Saturday November 15th, 2025
6pm-9pm
Bihl Haus Gallery
Join us at the gallery for The Process Becoming a Butterfly
An Exhibition Celebrating the Palacio de Paloma’s Westside Art Collective. The Collective Theme: Metamorphosis, a change of the form or nature of a thing or person into a completely different one, by natural or supernatural means.
What are you transforming?
What are you transforming?
Artists in this Exhibition: Liz Gomez, Papi Culo, Cristina Sosa Noriega, Patty Yznaga, Laura Yohualtaltlahuiz, Red Rojas, Emily A. Stone, Wild Honey Pot, Jiahan Ornales, and Sy.
Espectular de Lucha Libre : Xavier Garza
Saturday Ocotber 4th, 2025
6pm-9pm
Bihl Haus Gallery
Opening Reception
Xavier Garza has curated this Marvelous Event. Selected local artist to celebrate all things Lucha Libre. Join us for live music, a reading from Xavier Garza, food, and maybe even a throwdown. Participating Artists: Xavier Garza, Luis Valderas, Sarah Shore, Luis Guerrero, Uri Whitehead, Joe Lopez, Wil Martin, Lucrecia Morales, Raul Servin, Carolina Flores, Angelica Mayorga, Celeste De Luna, Carolyn Dee Flores, Jim Haught, Juan Miguel Ramos, and Antonio Garcia.
Natural Legacy: Paintings & Sculptures by Terry Allen Jones & Lauren Browning
Friday May 9th, 2025
6pm-9pm
Bihl Haus Gallery
Celebrate the opening of “Natural Legacy” with us! This exhibition features the stunning paintings and sculptures of Terry Allen Jones and Lauren Browning.
Opening Reception: Friday, May 9th, 6-9 PM
Exhibition Dates: May 9th – 31st
Gallery Hours: Fridays & Saturdays, 1-4 PM
Exhibition Dates: May 9th – 31st
Gallery Hours: Fridays & Saturdays, 1-4 PM
Terry Allen Jones:
I have been creating visual images for about sixty years. It has been a catalytic journey of self discovery through the power and presence of color, form, balance, memory, and their relationships and meaning in my life. I endeavor to begin each new painting without preconceptions or regard for previous work. Nature is always my primary inspiration but I do not try to recreate a scene, it is a springboard for my own imagination. A certain light passing through trees or late afternoon shadows on an old barn glimpsed while speeding past are often enough to inspire a new work. As I quickly approach seven decades on this beautiful planet I am grateful that my long relationship with art and painting remains as vital and passionate as it ever was.
I have been creating visual images for about sixty years. It has been a catalytic journey of self discovery through the power and presence of color, form, balance, memory, and their relationships and meaning in my life. I endeavor to begin each new painting without preconceptions or regard for previous work. Nature is always my primary inspiration but I do not try to recreate a scene, it is a springboard for my own imagination. A certain light passing through trees or late afternoon shadows on an old barn glimpsed while speeding past are often enough to inspire a new work. As I quickly approach seven decades on this beautiful planet I am grateful that my long relationship with art and painting remains as vital and passionate as it ever was.
Lauren Browning:
My artwork communicates my capacity to observe, think and feel through my personal perception of beauty. The shapes, materials and textures used in my work should be familiar to the viewer, yet I have arranged them in ways that are uniquely my own. My sculptures may be judged to be beautiful or not beautiful. In order to make this judgement, however, the thoughtful viewer will first evoke deeply personal memories of these familiar aesthetic forms and then consider the new relationships between them that I have presented. This is the essence of the communication that I seek with others as an artist.
My artwork communicates my capacity to observe, think and feel through my personal perception of beauty. The shapes, materials and textures used in my work should be familiar to the viewer, yet I have arranged them in ways that are uniquely my own. My sculptures may be judged to be beautiful or not beautiful. In order to make this judgement, however, the thoughtful viewer will first evoke deeply personal memories of these familiar aesthetic forms and then consider the new relationships between them that I have presented. This is the essence of the communication that I seek with others as an artist.
The sculptural forms that I create focus on the relationships between lines and surfaces, the intersections of seemingly disparate forms, and the way light transforms them all. I study the connections that bring contrasting design elements together, and strive to identify the most compelling connections between the various design elements of my sculptures. A common theme in my work is the dueling effects of fluidity and points of tension — a combination that I believe produces the greatest interest and strongest overall sense of movement in abstract forms.
I consider each rock that I carve to be a different artistic medium that requires not only different tools, but different design strategies. Different rocks have different hardnesses, sometimes even within the same stone. They fracture in a variety of different ways, and have diverse distributions of minerals, veins, fractures, pore spaces, inclusions or bands, as well as color. These properties affect the way that each stone can be carved, and contribute significantly to the appearance of the completed sculpture. My background as a geologist gives me a rich appreciation of the properties and physical histories of the stones that I carve, and my choice to work as a direct stone carver allows me to create sculptural forms that respond to the natural variations that inevitably present themselves in the rock. I engage in an iterative process of looking at the form of the stone, identifying a specific area that I would like to carve, carving it, and then beginning that process of examination and refinement again.
Due to my fascination with intersecting forms, I do not consider my creative work to be complete until I have developed a fully three-dimensional design. There is no distinct “front” or “back” to any of my sculptures. To accomplish this, I scrutinize my design decisions from every angle throughout the carving process — sometimes from the top step of a ladder, other times lying atop a table, sitting in a chair, or even squatting on my knees. My passion for three-dimensional designs helps me to create sculptures that, I hope, will be worthy of detailed scrutiny and many generations of enjoyment.
“Landscape in Flux” by Stacy Berlfein!
Friday, April 11th
6-9 PM
Bihl Haus Gallery
Join us for the opening reception of “Landscape in Flux” by Stacy Berlfein!
Friday, April 11th, 6-9 PM
Exhibition runs from April 11th to May 3rd.
Gallery open Fridays & Saturdays, 1-4 PM.
Friday, April 11th, 6-9 PM
Exhibition runs from April 11th to May 3rd.
Gallery open Fridays & Saturdays, 1-4 PM.
Featuring Music by Ray Symczyk and Joe Sarli
Artist Statement:
This series of drawings delves into the captivating realm of glaciers across the globe, presented as a visual exploration within the traditional framework of landscape art. As these majestic ice formations rapidly evolve, these drawings offer a poignant means of appreciating their awe-inspiring beauty. Each glacier, with its unique name, origin, and distinctive appearance, is celebrated as a monumental work of ice. Unlike the iconic landscapes of the past, these icy realms, though bound by a limited tundra palette, possess an undeniable and breathtaking beauty.
Bio:
Stacy Berlfein, a native of Southern California, currently resides in San Antonio, Texas. Her passion for drawing blossomed early, nurtured during her formative years in Plano, Texas, where she honed her artistic skills through rigorous Advanced Placement coursework in Art and Art History. She further cultivated her artistic talents at the University of Texas at Austin, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 2003 with a focus on Painting, Drawing, and Photography. Subsequently, she pursued an MFA in Drawing at the University of Texas at San Antonio. Berlfein’s artistic endeavors have been showcased at prestigious venues such as Blue Star Contemporary, the Russell Hill Rogers Gallery, and the Lone Star Arts District. Her work primarily focuses on the captivating realm of landscape, expressed through a diverse range of media including charcoal, pastel, and graphite.
On & Off Fred Studio Tour 2025
Saturday March 8th, 2025 11am to
Sunday March 9th, 2025
5pm
Bihl Haus Gallery
Calling all art enthusiasts! Embark on a creative odyssey at the 17th Annual On and Off Fred STUDIO TOUR, hosted by Bihl Haus Arts on March 8th and 9th. Dive into the vibrant art scene of San Antonio as you explore a network of studios, galleries, and even artists’ homes along Fredericksburg Road.
Unearth a hidden world: Encounter a diverse collection of artwork by local talents, each showcasing their unique voice and style.
Craft your art adventure: Pick up a map at Bihl Haus Arts or plan your route virtually with our website’s handy tool.
Prepare for an enriching experience: Expect artistic discoveries, inspiring conversations with artists, and the opportunity to support your local art community.
Lust for Art: An Exhibition by Armando Sanchez
Saturday February 22nd, 2025
6pm-9pm
Sunday February 23rd, 2025
12pm-5pm
Bihl Haus Gallery
Experience the vibrant and captivating world of Armando Sánchez at ‘Lust for Art,’ a captivating exhibition showcasing his diverse body of work. Join us for the opening reception on Saturday, February 22nd, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and continue exploring the exhibition on Sunday, February 23rd, from noon to 5:00 PM.
About the artist:
For the past 60 years, Armando Sánchez has been painting the landscapes and people of San Antonio, Texas. A native of San Antonio, Armando excels in capturing the drama and energy of Mexican traditions and its history makers. For example, his rendition of Mexican revolutionary leader Emiliano Zapata has become the icon of Mi Tierra Café & Bakery.
For the past 60 years, Armando Sánchez has been painting the landscapes and people of San Antonio, Texas. A native of San Antonio, Armando excels in capturing the drama and energy of Mexican traditions and its history makers. For example, his rendition of Mexican revolutionary leader Emiliano Zapata has become the icon of Mi Tierra Café & Bakery.
Armando’s classical portraits include his visual rendering of Pope John Paul II, which graces the Chancery of San Antonio’s Archdiocese. Furthermore, his National Award Hispanic Poster Child hangs in the Smithsonian National Gallery in Washington, D.C.
He is also well known for his watercolors depicting Mexican American culture. His artistic creations are in the collection of Maya Angelou, Jose Feliciano, Cheech Marin, Mick Jagger, and the University of Texas System Chancellor Mark Yudof. In addition, the University of Texas at San Antonio’s President, Ricardo Romo, has selected a diverse array of Armando’s paintings for UTSA’s art collection.
Armando’s paintings have a definite enchilada and Coca-Cola flavor!
This native San Antonio artist embraces his Chicano and Tex-Mex roots with a bold, vibrant, and colorful unique style all his own. His extraordinary ability to master multiple mediums only expands his range of talent.
Colors of Life: A Tribute to Elizabeth Rodriguez
Saturday January 25th, 2025
3pm-7pm
Bihl Haus Gallery
Join us at Bihl Haus Arts on January 25th from 3 pm to 7 pm to celebrate the life and legacy of Elizabeth Rodriguez. We invite students inspired by her teaching, friends, and family to gather and share memories, stories, and artistic expressions in her honor. Let’s come together to remember the vibrant spirit and profound impact of this beloved artist and educator.
