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This is something to see, all right, as the gallery walls are filled with work by artists tasked with capturing either their whole self or an aspect of self. And most of the artists have depicted themselves via abstractions and symbolic representations. Note that Randall Reid, Jan Heaton, John Sager, Chun Hui Pak, and Caprice Pierucci are only some of the artists represented in this group show, and we reckon you'll be right there with us, viewing the array of wonders on display.

Austin artist Valerie Fowler has created a body of work that includes paintings, drawings, and mixed media inspired by the light, air, and landscape that is Flower Hill, the 1877 Austin home to three generations of the Smoot family. Sounds … good? If you know Fowler's work, you know that this sounds, actually, great – and will look even better.

The Asian American Resource Center presents an exhibition featuring works from artists Dan Pham, Lauren Chai, and Matthew Koshmrl.

After 20 years in advertising design, animation, and video game development, this local artist is best known for his iconic Austin scenes and neon sign paintings; his latest series combines characters and text pulled from brightly colored food packaging.

Three kinds of order, three excellent artists exploring those kinds: Alexandra Robinson, Rebecca Rothfus Harrell, and Naomi Schlinke.

This exhibition is enhanced with artifacts providing historical context for the paintings, rich with the unbroken connection the Comanche people have with their roots. Also, Rodeo: The Exhibition. Boy howdy, it's the history of the Texas rodeo – vibrant, interactive, and fully documented in this fine new show.

Right, and once that much-ballyhooed OOB is over and done with for another year, whatcha gonna do until a fresh weekend rolls around? You're gonna see this guy Mellard, if you're smart, as his topic-jumping, possibly ADD-enhanced style of rapid-fire humor will remind you that, in these internetted times, information tends to arrive as a near-simultaneous array rather than a sequence. Note: He'll make you laugh, too.

"What's your 20, good buddy?" as the CB radio crowd used to say. Because where you're at is always important, and of prime importance if it's where you're at most often in your life. Locale – a sense of place – dominates in parallel exhibitions showcasing artists Jill Lear and Katie Maratta, and we recommend being there to enjoy it.

Here we go again, right? Recommending something beyond the city limits? We know, we know: There's already too much to cover properly and we should stick to Austin. But, damnit, this work by Anita Cooke, tell you what, it's so worth the drive to see it. Layers upon layers, textures upon textures, patterns and colors like these big and striking fabric-based pieces just grew, like some especially baroque form of coral. But you know the woman's spent hours and hours and hours, days on end, on each one. So, maybe make a day of it? See this show, check out the surrounding antique shops and all, get you a fine lunch or dinner in one of G-Town's decent eateries? Yes.

This is a site-specific theatre piece/alternate reality game, inspired by classic adventure video games, wherein you travel to mystery locations in Austin to find objects – letters, photographs, and home movies – as you search for a missing friend. Intrigued? Looking for a creative diversion? See website for details about this adventure created by Katie Green and Shawn Jones for Twin Alchemy.

Ed Ruscha, anyone? We'll bet yes – we're big fans ourselves – and now here's a diverse selection of the celebrated American artist’s books, photographs, drawings, and pprints. With archival production materials, preliminary sketches, and studio notebooks; with more than 150 objects providing visitors an unprecedented look into Ruscha's creative process. And the Chronicle's Melany Jean tells more about this show right here.

St. Edward's University continues its five-year series with this latest exhibition of alumni work, featuring the hyperreal food portraits (and more) of that artistic force of nature (painter, writer, director, actor, dancer, improviser) called Beeler.

Jason Phelps & Co creates multidisciplinary performances that address social issues, using text, movement, film/video, and music about the ever-changing cultural landscape in Austin and beyond. Featuring performers Margery Segal, Jeremy Rashad Brown, Dany Casey, and that Phelps himself. And here's Robert Faires' review of the show.

Tammy Brown explores the tree tops along Piney Creek; Cherry Taylor creates tapestries in a slow and gentle process; David Parsons photographs Austin and Central Texas. This three-person show is the most visible result.

This is the workshop Hannah Kenah led for Rude Mechs while they were creating their Field Guide. Together, you'll write, you’ll share – and there'll be a mic and a stool. Sign up now for this one-day class that's low-pressure, high-fun, and makes the last Sunday in September worth waking up for.

The Austin History Center's latest exhibit spotlights local efforts to create social change over the decades, including the Civil Rights and Women's Liberation movements. Residents are invited to upload personal photos of recent marches and rallies for inclusion.

Meg Aubrey’s candy-colored palette belies the loneliness, disquiet, and isolation she renders in her paintings of upscale suburban life.