Found Fine Art will celebrate its grand opening with an open house from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 11. Many of the gallery’s artists will be in attendance.

Locally inspired keepsakes and a variety of curated art supplies will be available at the gallery. Jamie Howard is the director of Found Fine Art and owns the business with her husband, Clint.

“As one of the largest fine art sculpture galleries in Texas, we will be representing some of the most renowned sculptors, painters, jewelers and craftspeople in the nation,” Jamie Howard said.

The gallery will feature sculptors Brandon Campbell, Jennifer Cook, Edd Hayes, Clint Howard, Gwyn and Gladys Howard, John Maisano, and Andy Thorne. The work of jeweler Kit Casati along with painters Faye Barber and Loren Miller will also be exhibited at Found Fine Art.

“Found Fine Art will represent an expansion of Bastrop’s existing presence as an arts destination in Texas,” Jamie Howard said. “The city has a wealth of venues representing local artists, and we are building on that foundation to introduce artists from across the nation and around the world.”


Owners of Pyrology Foundry & Studio, Jamie and Clint Howard plan to showcase some of the foundry’s art at Found Fine Art.

“Drawing from our background in foundry and creation, we will offer our guests a unique education in the creative and manufacturing processes that go into bringing fine art to fruition,” Jamie Howard said. “We will host live demonstrations, lectures and meet-and-greets throughout the year as well as spotlight artistic mediums, techniques and themes showcased in our collection.”

According to Jamie Howard, Found Fine Art will host meet-and-greets, live demonstrations and lectures to showcase artists and their work.

“Our vision for Found Fine Art is to become a valued and trusted resource for collectors and artists alike,” Jamie Howard said. “We seek to create an immersive and educational experience for our guests that celebrates the beauty and impact of fine art, while also honoring the skill, knowledge, and efforts of its makers.”
  • Opening Nov. 11. Hours will be Tuesday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
  • 912 Water St., Bastrop
  • www.foundfa.com