The Contemporary x Future Front
This Fall, we’ve curated a sweet lineup of DJs and artists from Future Front’s residency for The Contemporary’s iconic Rooftop Sessions, a monthly series celebrating the museum’s latest exhibition.
So, join us on the museum’s rooftop—overlooking downtown—for an evening of sound and art.
Capacity is limited and walk-up admission is not guaranteed! Reserve early to grab your spot.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
Welcome to Abundant Chill.
Begin with an after-hours exploration of the exhibition IN A DREAM YOU SAW A WAY TO SURVIVE AND YOU WERE FULL OF JOY, then head to the roof and connect with fellow art and music lovers from all over Austin. To kickoff our curatorial collaboration, we’ve invited Dreams out for a live DJ set, as well as local artists Tanya Zal and Swatcasso to showcase their work.
Enjoy complimentary drinks poured by Little Brother, too, featuring Austin favorites like LALO Tequila, Austin Eastciders and Topo Chico.
MEET THE ARTISTS
TANYA ZAL — Tanya Zal (she/her) grew up in upstate New York, where she completed her BFA. She has spent the last decade in Austin, TX working at non profit arts organizations and building a creative practice. She also offers community care as a full spectrum doula. Her work and play is driven by a curiosity of what makes us feel held, and the things that we hold close. Her ceramics are celebratory, surreal, and a colorful exploration of the creative process.
ECCO MUSICA (AKA DREAMS) — As an artist and DJ, Ecco Música’s (they/them) vibe couples eclectic chillness with grooves you can't shake. Also known as Drerams, they host five monthly residencies with online community radio stations, including Shared Frequencies and Hong Kong Community Radio. They also run “Old School Reggaeton night” three times a month at Cuatro Gato in downtown Austin.
SWATCASSO — Based in Austin, Texas, Swathi Konduri (aka Swatcasso), aims to create moods through her pieces, rather than deliver a specific message. She enjoys the subjectivity of art—and hopes you enjoy looking around and finding something you like.
HOW TO ATTEND
Tickets are $5 by donation and support The Contemporary Austin.
PREPARE YOUR VISIT
Learn more at thecontemporaryaustin.org/visit.
Got questions? Shoot us a note at hello@futurefronttexas.org. We're happy to help and will get back to you!
BEHIND THIS EVENT:
Future Front is a 501c3 nonprofit, homegrown in Austin, Texas. We nurture spaces where women and LGBTQ+ creatives, founders and leaders can grow together. Currently, we produce The Front Market and Festival, host year-round workshops and meet-ups, as well as create resources for resilience in creative industries. You’re invited to join us, of course. You can learn more about how it all works, our team and what we do: futurefronttexas.org
The Contemporary Austin operates two art spaces in Austin, Texas—The Jones Center Downtown and The Laguna Gloria. Each space is home to year-round creative community programs, as well as celebrated and nationally recognized exhibitions and commissions. The Contemporary believes in the capacity of art to transform lives. We dream of a future where more eyes, ears, hearts and minds are opened by contemporary art in all of its forms. Learn more at thecontemporaryaustin.org.