Artist Avery Price’s portfolio paints a picture of Austin both old and new through a series of watercolors, like a love letter to the place she’s always called home. Avery, an Austin-native, turned a passion for art that began at the age of four into thriving career, highlighting the beauty and unique charm of Austin in every brushstroke.
Painting professionally since 2017, Avery says nearly all of her pieces are Austin-themed. The first one she painted was Pool Burger, but she tells Austin Lifestyle she loves painting architecture because “the details, clean lines, and vibrant colors are so satisfying to capture.” She equally enjoys painting dive bars, saying, “I enjoy transforming overlooked spaces into something beautiful and unexpected in the fine art world.” Some of her most popular prints include Matt’s El Rancho, Barton Springs, and Deep Eddy Cabaret, but also include everything from First Light Bookstore, Amy’s Ice Cream, Este, the South Congress Hotel, Aba and Yamas. It's a perfect gift to commemorate a first date or place that holds symbolic significance.
Avery’s process begins with a sketch. “I start by finding the perfect reference photo and lightly sketching the angles and proportions to ensure accuracy before I begin painting,” she says. Each piece takes an average of 6–8 hours, though she often works on multiple paintings simultaneously, jumping between layers.
You can find Avery’s work for sale at local shops including Lilla & Beth, Luxe Apothetique, Blue Elephant, ATown, Liz James, and Cathedral or for purchase on her website https://coloringaustin.com/. You can also commission a piece and Avery will paint the place in Austin that holds a special place in your heart, and occasionally, she’ll take a commission unrelated to Austin. Follow her on Instagram @coloringATX.
I enjoy transforming overlooked spaces into something beautiful and unexpected in the fine art world