Made in Texas
August 18, 2021
Photos: Her Hatbands Add That Personal Touch
She now runs her family business, but Joella Gammage Torres of Texas Hatters still enjoys the craft she learned as a teen.
Gallery
Art
August 10, 2021
Texas Ghost Towns Come Alive in an Intriguing Traveling Photo Exhibit
Morgan Page and Dustin Rice spent nearly three years roaming the state for "Bones of Texas," which features images of long-gone communities.
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May 30, 2021
South Padre Island Experience
Looking to get the family back together this summer? Meet at the beach! Endless fun for the whole family awaits on South Padre Island.
Promotions
April 19, 2021
Introducing From Texas With Love
Texas Monthly is the proud media sponsor Carrie Rodriguez’s new video series, “From Texas With Love”. Learn about the project from Carrie below and check back here for new episodes.From Texas With Love: Carrie Rodriguez and Emily Gimble, Episode 1 From Texas With Love: Carrie
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April 16, 2021
See Historic Austin Parks through New Perspectives
The Austin Parks & Recreation Department and Texas Monthly Studio tasked three Austin photographers to capture the unique elements of five historic Austin parks. Through this campaign, the photographers showcased the beauty and history of these places through their unique styles and perspectives.
Politics & Policy
February 17, 2021
The Winter Storm, in Photos: How Texans Are Surviving the Historic Freeze
As multiple crises unfold across the state, photographers captured Texans doing their damnedest to keep warm and safe.
Made in Texas
January 20, 2021
Made in Texas: Psychic Outlaw Turns Quilts Into Jackets
Austin’s Rebecca Wright creates wearable art from treasured pieces, such as the overalls she recently made for musician Benny Blanco.
Being Texan
January 20, 2021
“I Never Thought I’d Be Without a Home.”
For more than two years, culminating in a pandemic and a recession, Richard Sharum photographed Dallas families who are experiencing homelessness—the moments of great pain and frustration and, through it all, the moments of levity.
Art
December 31, 2020
The Photographs That Stopped Us in Our Tracks in 2020
From a homing pigeon in flight to a kayaking trip on the lower Pecos River, these are our favorite images from the year.
News & Politics
December 29, 2020
The Year in Texas, in Photos: Scenes From the Pandemic, Protests, and Everyday Life in 2020
Powerful images that trace the arc of this truly historic year.
Style & Design
December 17, 2020
Made in Texas: Tomii Cycles
Japanese native Nao Tomii applies his sculpting background to the handmade bikes he produces at his Austin workshop.
Music
December 13, 2020
A Mariachi Choir in San Juan Has Drawn Faithful Fans for 35 Years
Even during the pandemic, visitors still travel to the Rio Grande Valley to hear the musical stylings of the famous devotional group.
Books
November 20, 2020
The Thrills of Houston’s 1970s-Era Friday Night Wrestling Come Alive in a Stunning Photo Book
Nearly fifty years ago, photographer Geoff Winningham spent months documenting wrestlers, and the fans who cheered them on, for his book ‘Friday Night in the Coliseum.’
Travel & Outdoors
November 19, 2020
First Look: Dallas’s Newest Luxury Hotel Revives a Historic Bank Building
The Thompson Dallas hotel has transformed the First National Bank tower into a sleek and sophisticated space. Luxury residences and shops are coming soon, too.
Books
November 13, 2020
A Riveting New Photo Book Shares Vulnerable Portraits of the Football Team That Inspired ‘Friday Night Lights’
Thirty years after Buzz Bissinger’s bestseller chronicled the Permian Panthers’ 1988 season, these black and white photos are as compelling as ever.
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September 25, 2020
Take a Dip into Austin’s Archives with Hotel Magdalena
To celebrate the opening of Austin’s newest hotel, Texas Monthly has partnered with Hotel Magdalena to look back at some of our favorite photos of the music legends and watering holes that continue to define and inspire the Live Music Capitol of the World. Nestled in the heart of South
Where To Stay Now
June 29, 2020
First Look: Austin’s Most Anticipated Grand Hotel
The 1928 Commodore Perry mansion has been restored to its former glory and turned into an upscale resort unlike anything in the city. Join us on a virtual tour.
News & Politics
June 10, 2020
Photo Gallery: Black Lives Matter Protests in Texas
Demonstrations and vigils took place all over the state—from major cities to small towns.
News & Politics
May 23, 2020
Dallas-Area High School Seniors Cope With a Semester—and Rites of Passage—Cut Short
Students have found themselves celebrating milestones like prom, graduation, and Eagle Scout ceremonies virtually because of the pandemic.
Travel & Outdoors
April 24, 2020
Adventure Across Texas With Zoom Backgrounds From Texas Monthly Readers
Transport yourself during your next video conference or Zoom happy hour using beautiful images submitted by your fellow Texans.
Style & Design
April 15, 2020
High Ceilings Were a Must for Tennis Star John Isner
The best male player in the U.S.—who is six feet ten inches tall—and his wife find what they need in a Highland Park home in Dallas.
News & Politics
April 15, 2020
Haunting Scenes of a Pandemic-Induced Standstill
Images from across the state capture our eerily historic moment.
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April 14, 2020
Opt for Optimism At-Home Challenge
An optimistic mindset is more important than ever. We're sharing 14 days of challenges to help you feel better–emotionally, physically and in money matters. Pick a challenge and revisit the page for daily updates.
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March 24, 2020
The Most Beautiful Classroom In Texas
Set apart from the flurry of activity on Texas A&M’s campus – the nation’s largest university with nearly 70,000 students – tucked away on a gorgeous, seven-acre plot of land is The Leach Teaching Gardens.
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March 10, 2020
Whatawedding Recap
Whataburger hosted weddings and vow renewals for some of their biggest fans at select restaurants across the great state of Texas this Valentine’s Day.
Style & Design
February 19, 2020
Waxahachie Art and Antiques Curators Live in a Gallery of Their Own
Julie and Bruce Webb's upstairs abode is filled with l'objets d'hearth that are as eclectic as what's downstairs.
Music
February 19, 2020
Gorgeous Photos of Texas Punk’s Glory Days
Celebrating the era when the Big Boys and Butthole Surfers made music that was loud and fast and dangerous.
Books
February 15, 2020
The Dallas Gym That Time Forgot
In 2018, the cavernous, old-school Doug's Gym closed after 55 years in business. A new book of photos recaptures the space in all its gritty, unchanging glory.
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February 14, 2020
Experience Arizona through the lens of a Texas photographer
Unearth the beauty of Arizona with Matthew Johnson as he captures the landscape through his camera lens. Where painted buttes and prickly cacti live, so does the spirit of the wild.
Music
February 7, 2020
An Intimate Photo Exhibit at San Antonio’s McNay Art Museum Immortalizes Selena
Photographer John Dyer’s iconic photos of the fallen singer are being shown for the first time.
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February 5, 2020
South Padre Island Experience
Rain or shine, South Padre Island is a beautiful place to get away. Whether you’re a snow bird seeking warmer weather, a foodie looking for exquisite cuisine, or an angler looking for the next big catch, this coastal destination is the place to be.
Made in Texas
January 22, 2020
Austin’s Bell and Bird Gives New Life to Antique Gems
Owners Rhianna and Cyrus Shennum, who specialize in eighteenth- and nineteenth-century jewelry, honor tradition with their custom pieces.
Style & Design
December 18, 2019
A Retreat Under the West Texas Sky
This Marfa getaway takes advantage of the incredible desert and mountain views in every possible way.
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December 16, 2019
Texas Optimism Project + Frost Bank Campus Events: 2019 Recap
The Texas Optimism Project organized a campus speaker series at Texas universities to spark practical conversations about optimism. In 2018, we hosted events at four universities and discussion topics ranged from global health and entrepreneurship to mindfulness and creativity. This year, optimism was spread to students
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December 16, 2019
2019: Texas Monthly LIVE Recap
Texas Monthly LIVE returned for a second season, taking the show on a tour across Texas. Attendees experienced a live issue of the magazine reimagined for a theater audience. Mixing music, video, and narration, this special ninety-minute performance took audience members on a storytelling journey they’ll never forget. Texas Monthly LIVE featured
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December 5, 2019
Meow Wolf – Where Art IS Entertainment
Created by over 100 local artists, House of Eternal Return is a wildly imaginative, 20,000-square-foot space designed to inspire participants of all ages.
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November 20, 2019
Five Ways to Recover after the Holidays
Embrace your own brand of wellness by planning a new adventure or self-care retreat in the new year.
Style & Design
November 20, 2019
Tot Cofounder Nasiba Adilova’s Dream Nursery
The Dallas entrepreneur turned to a favorite children’s book for inspiration.
Style & Design
November 20, 2019
Behold the Art of the Cowboy Boot: Bolder and Better Crafted Than Ever
Across the state, custom bootmaking legends and their successors are building on a handcrafted tradition with a dizzying array of styles.
Style & Design
November 20, 2019
Smile on the Rocks
Houston celebrity jeweler Johnny Dang makes toothy accessories that shine big and bright.
Style & Design
November 20, 2019
An Inside Look at the Making of a Great Cowboy Boot
The master bootmakers at Little’s, in San Antonio, demonstrate what goes into a fine boot.
Arts & Entertainment
November 19, 2019
How Concheros Use Dance to Connect With Their Indigenous Roots
Dozens of Azteca dancers, clad in regalia, came together during Austin’s largest Día de los Muertos celebration.
Style & Design
November 12, 2019
How Tattoo Artists Working on Austin’s Bustling 6th Street Make Their Mark
Every night of the week, revelers walk into Sacrament Tattoo to get inked.
Music
November 12, 2019
Travis Scott Proves His Festival’s Staying Power at the Second Annual Astroworld
The Houston rapper's homage to his hometown's bygone theme park included performances by many musical luminaries.
Books
October 23, 2019
A Garden Grows in West Texas
The coffee table book ‘Marfa Gardens’ proves that there’s more to desert flora than cactus and agave.
Books
October 22, 2019
Photos of East Austin, Before the Boom
A new book celebrates a pair of well-established African American and Latino communities that are disappearing from Texas’s fastest-growing city.
Style & Design
October 16, 2019
Standard Hat Works Has Been Outfitting Famous Heads for More Than a Century
Waco native Cameron Morris customizes hats for Texans including Aaron Watson and Charley Crockett.
Style & Design
October 14, 2019
Lizzo-Themed Cowboy Hats and Custom Chaps: The Best Westernwear Looks at ACL
Fringe, rhinestones, and boots were in full display at the Austin music festival.
Sports
October 8, 2019
More Than a Game
One month after a man from Plano drove to El Paso and murdered 22 people, a high school football game between the two communities became a chance to heal.
Art
September 12, 2019
The Texas Roadside Photographer Who Finds Beauty in the Banal
Trent Lesikar’s ongoing ‘The Shape of Texas’ series teases out connections between the state’s different eras.