8. Larry Akers, Kinetic Sculptures Artwork

Creative Money ATX

I am Bri Landry and I grew up in Austin, Texas. I have seen the skyscrapers go up with the cost of living. Austin has always been a place for creatives and I want to find out how we can keep it that way. In this podcast, I will be talking to local artists to find out how they are affording Austin. I want to talk about money, successes, and failures. What does it take to make a living off your art in Austin?

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8. Larry Akers, Kinetic Sculptures

August 03, 2023 • Bri Landry • Season 1 • Episode 10

Larry Akers, he has been living in Austin for close to 50 years. He makes kinetic sculptures that play with the Morey effect. You might have seen his work at the Thinkery, the Austin Children’s Museum. He is a retired computer scientist and an example that you can start your art at any age. Larry has been making art for the past 12 years and recommends art to other STEM retirees.

Find the artist

https://www.eyeplaystudio.net/index.html

Instagram: @larryakersart

Lincoln Gallery in October 2023

East Austin Studio Tours at his house

04 Studio Tour

Carver Branch Library

References

Carlos Cruz Diez - artist

Jesus Rafial Soto - artist

Bridget Reily - artist

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