Celebrating returning residents, vibrant palettes, and bold new voices
Rockport Center for the Arts (RCA) is proud to present three dynamic exhibitions this fall, showcasing the power of artistic exploration across generations, mediums, and perspectives. From the reflective reunion of past resident artists to the rhythmic compositions of a seasoned San Antonio painter and the imaginative world of an emerging South Texas sculptor, these exhibitions together highlight the breadth of contemporary creativity.
In Residence: A Retrospective
October 4 – November 30, 2025
H-E-B Gallery
Artist Reception, Saturday, November 8th, 5-7PM
Since its founding in 2012, Rockport Center for the Arts’ Artist-in-Residence Program has offered artists from around the world dedicated time and space for creation, reflection, and community engagement. Historically, each residency culminates in a solo exhibition, free workshops for local students and community members, and full immersion in Rockport’s rich creative culture.
The Artist-in-Residence Retrospective Exhibition brings together this legacy, celebrating over a decade of artists who have left their mark on Rockport and returned with new work created especially for this occasion. The exhibition offers a wide range of voices and styles, honoring both the individuality of each artist and the shared spirit of exploration that unites them.
Catey Arnold, Barrow Foundation Curator of Exhibitions says, “In Residence: A Retrospective is a celebration of the generosity and creative spirit that define Rockport Center for the Arts’ residency program. In coordinating the exhibition, I had the privilege of getting to know the artists who shaped and were shaped by this legacy. In each conversation, I was struck by how meaningful their time at the Art Center proved to be. Seeing the work from this group gathered under one roof is a rare opportunity not to be missed.”
Louis Vega Treviño: Tessellate
October 11 – November 23, 2025
McKelvey Charitable Fund Gallery
Artist Reception, Saturday, October 11th, 5-7PM
San Antonio–based artist Louis Vega Treviño brings a unique vision that bridges the worlds of architecture and fine art. Originally trained in architecture at San Antonio College, Treviño worked as a designer at Kell Muñoz Architects from 1992 to 2000 before fully dedicating himself to painting and drawing. His architectural background continues to inform his work, which is characterized by precision, geometry, and an extraordinary sensitivity to color.
Treviño’s artistic journey began with thousands of sketches on cocktail napkins, a spontaneous practice that grew into a lifelong exploration of line and form. Over the years, he has expanded his material range to include oil on canvas, museum board, Post-it notes, and even large-scale textile and tile designs. His minimalist works deconstruct line and color into lively combinations of rhythmic composition that balance analytical precision with artistic sensitivity.
His art has been featured in public installations, including building facades in San Antonio’s Main Plaza, designs for the San Antonio Convention Center, and a large-scale tile mural in progress at University Health VIDA Clinic in San Antonio. His work has been exhibited nationally and internationally and been shown widely in art spaces across Texas including Blue Star Contemporary Art Center in San Antonio, Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin, and Southwest School of Art in San Antonio. Ongoing projects include a large tile mural for University Health at VIDA Clinic, San Antonio, TX currently maintains his studio practice at Hausmann Millworks in San Antonio.
“Louis Vega Treviño transforms any substrate into something transcendent,” says Catey Arnold, Barrow Foundation Curator of Exhibitions. “Driven by a deep understanding of color theory, passion for color relationships, and dynamic approach to shape and installation, the San Antonio native brings minimalism to life in this bold body of work. A prolific painter, Treviño created dozens of new works for Tessellate, and I am thrilled to introduce his vision to Rockport Center for the Arts.”
Millicent Alvarado: A Drink from the Wishing Well
October 15 – December 7, 2025
Jeanie and Bill Wyatt Gallery
Artist Reception, Saturday, November 8th, 5-7PM
Emerging sculptor Millicent Alvarado brings a fairytale-like vision to life through intricate works in paper and felt. A Corpus Christi–based artist born in 2000, Alvarado began her journey with a fascination for origami, evolving into meticulously layered sculptures that serve as both meditative practice and expressive storytelling.
Her works balance playfulness with profound personal reflection, offering viewers a chance to glimpse her thoughts and emotions made tangible. Alvarado infuses her pieces with bright colors and detailed compositions, transforming everyday materials into symbolic, dreamlike narratives. Her artistry has been recognized across South Texas with exhibitions at Presa House Gallery in San Antonio, the Art Center of Corpus Christi, K Space Contemporary in Corpus Christi, and as a collaborating artist for Meow Wolf Houston.
“Millicent Alvarado’s studio practice reminds us that imagination knows no bounds. Employing only pair of scissors—her exclusive tool of choice—she creates works containing narrative depth and emotional curiosity. Together, these intricacies make her art hard to look away from.” says Catey Arnold, Barrow Foundation Curator of Exhibitions.