Contracommon, a nonprofit that provides affordable studios to emerging artists, dedicated a 1,200 square foot gallery space, 12 artist studios, communal work space, office, onsite laundry and kitchen at the Hill Country Galleria. A sound booth, dark room, and other amenities are also in the works. Contracommon will open and host an open house on Saturday, Sept. 29 at 12912 Hill Country Blvd., Ste. F-140, Bee Cave. 512-670-8086. www.contracommon.org