If your idea of a perfect summer Sunday includes great art, local finds and a little extra sparkle, The Cathedral’s popular pop-up event is ready to deliver. The event is led by founder and executive director Monica Ceniceros and features artists including Sophia Gonzalez, who is set to showcase her work at Lush. The pair joined Trevor Scott and Sierra Waggoner on the show to share more about this special weekend event.
The event is led by founder and executive director Monica Ceniceros and features artists including Sophia Gonzalez, who is set to showcase her work at Lush. The pair joined Trevor Scott and Sierra Waggoner on the show to share more about this special weekend event.
The one-day event features original artwork, handcrafted goods, plants, food, adoptable dogs and more, all in an air-conditioned setting designed to make art collecting approachable and fun.
A Summer Tradition
Lush is one of The Cathedral’s signature seasonal events, bringing together members of Austin’s largest collective of women and non-binary artists alongside carefully curated local vendors.
“This is our annual summer pop-up show,” said founder Monica Ceniceros. “We get to activate and really transform our gallery into a fun and immersive shopping experience.”
Visitors can browse hundreds of original works while enjoying complimentary drinks, pop-up sushi and a variety of local makers showcasing ceramics, glass art, jewelry, prints and more.
“We really try to curate a fun afternoon for people to experience local art and purchase directly from the artists,” Ceniceros said. “One hundred percent of the sales go back to the artists.”
Art That Tells a Story
Featured artist Sophía Gonzalez will debut a new collection of paintings, ceramics and prints inspired by personal memories and life experiences.
“These are kind of like diary entries,” Gonzalez said. “I can look at every single one of my abstract works and remember where I was at in my life.”
Her colorful abstract pieces explore themes of memory, growth and connection, inviting viewers to discover their own interpretations.
The event is led by founder and executive director Monica Ceniceros and features artists including Sophia Gonzalez, who is set to showcase her work at Lush. The pair joined Trevor Scott and Sierra Waggoner on the show to share more about this special weekend event.
Beauty in the Grain
Ceniceros will also exhibit a new series of paintings created directly on natural wood panels, allowing the grain of each piece to become part of the artwork.
“I really try to accentuate the natural imperfections of the wood,” she said. “It tells people there’s beauty in everything that we see, even our imperfections.”
The Cathedral’s Lush Summer pop-up returns with local art, plants and plenty to explore
More Than an Art Show
In true Cathedral fashion, Lush extends beyond artwork.
Guests can also shop hundreds of plants from Flourish Plant Shop, meet adoptable dogs, and enjoy a relaxed afternoon celebrating Austin’s creative community.
“Every single plant in the space will be available for purchase,” Ceniceros said.
Plan Your Visit
Lush takes place this Sunday at The Cathedral in Austin.
For more information about Lush and upcoming exhibitions, including the gallery’s Sun Drenched and annual Western-themed shows, visit thecathedralatx.com or follow @TheCathedralATX on social media.
Lush returns Sunday with art, local finds, and a perfect summer afternoon at the Cathedral