From the day South Side on Lamar opened its doors the Creatives have been part of the foundation for what it was to become. Noting that creative artisans have led the redevelopments of major urban areas around the world, Matthews Southwest established relationships with artists, filmmakers, writers, jewelry makers, architects, and interior designers. From the artists' perspective, to revitalize the soul of South Dallas, a living network of people from all backgrounds and walks of life must be part of the process.

Identifying the "creative economy" as a natural engine for the rich cultural diversity of the area, Matthews conceived a plan that involves the arts in all aspects of development and community life. As a result, the historic landmark that has become South Side on Lamar, is one of the nation's largest loft conversions with 457 units and mixed-use, mixed-income blend of retail, corporate and residential tenants. South Side reserved 13 units as artist live-in studio/galleries. For qualifying artists, the artist program provides outreach projects to the entire South Dallas community, arts-related events, a diverse artistic community and 3,000 square feet of non-profit gallery and performance space.

In the early years of the artist program, artists were required to exchange pieces of their artwork, hold exhibits, concerts and create site specific installations in exchange for their rental concession. As a result you will find wonderful artwork from various local artists lining the walls and offices of South Side.

Click here for guidelines for the South Side Artist Program

George Geurin- DES Mastering

George Geurin has worked as a dedicated mastering facility since 1991 yielding tens of thousands of hours of experience in mastering techniques and a catalog of over 2500 albums. D.E.S. is the only regional mastering facility offering high-density mastering (96k/48 bit). D.ES offers world-class mastering and editing at rates affordable to the grassroots artist/producer.

Studio #: 100

Phone: 214/428-8777

george@desmastering.com

www.desmastering.com

Musica for the World

Musica For The World is an urban music studio that offers private lessons and group lessons for the entire family. Whether you are 5 or 95, experience the thrill of making music with your own hands and heart.

Studio #: 101

Phone: 940-390-5124

Info@MusicaForTheWorld.com

www.MusicaForTheWorld.com

Arthur Porter, Dalph Johnson- Designing Dreams

Dallas Designing Dreams is the brainchild of leather craftsman Arthur Porter and milliner and designer Dalph Johnson. These artists have joined forces to help others translate their artistic dreams into tangible creations. The mission of Designing Dreams is to help established and aspiring artists to:
*Learn a new skill by serving as an apprentice in a craft area;
*Participate in artist-led workshops in crochet, knitting, jewelry-making, basic sewing and leather craft;
* Take an existing creative skill to the next level by designing, creating, showing and selling their work.

Studio #: 102

Phone: 214-421-9900

designingdreams@sbcglobal.net

www.designingdreams.ifp3.com

Abi Ferrin

Recently named "Texas Next Top Designer" by the Dallas Fashion Incubator and Stanley Korshak, Abi Ferrin offers fresh style and fashion from her SouthSide studio. The bustle of new fashions being created can be previewed in her back studio, while shoppers can peruse the newest looks from the Abi Ferrin Collection, as well as acquire her one of a kind designs, or participate in making your own. She also offers other local designers wares from jewelry to complimenting fashions. Abi Ferrin and her team offer custom design services, bringing to life the perfect items for special occassions from weddings, to proms, balls and galas.

Elizabeth Anyaa

Elizabeth Anyaa, specializes in a three-fold approach to the textile industry: teaching, producing creative textiles for the home and fashion, and producing specialty ordered custom pieces. She believes weaving is a lost art form that should be revived and preserved. As an educator who is passionate about exposing adults and youth to this age old tradition, she offers textile classes throughout the city.

Elizabeth believes in the fluidity and juxtaposition of unexpected fibers and fabrics. Her artistic textile skills in weaving, felting, silk painting and fabric painting have launched her on the path of being a fabric and textile visionary.

Studio #: 104

Phone: 214-734-5263

lizanyaa@aol.com

www.elizabethanyaa.com

Roger 'Mzungu' Moore
Photography Guide Worldwide

Experience the Adventure. Come join Mzungu on a photo safari for the experience of your life.

Studio #: 105

Phone: 972-333-6482

roger@rogermoorephotography.com

rogermoorephotography.com

Rolando Diaz

In the discovery of life we find ourselves looking for the things we can relate to. It is this thought that becomes the basis for the work of Rolando Diaz, a native Cuban-American artist. Diaz believes that, "art is an expression of life". Everything we see, feel, touch, smell and hear, in one way or another, become part of the images expressed on the canvas.

Studio #: 106

Phone: 972-897-5734

ro@rodiaz.com

www.rodiaz.com

Amy Halko

Amy Halko's porcelain vessels combine beautiful colors and patterns with functionality. Made for the table, her pots offer moments of surprise as one discovers decorated interiors and undersides. Amy moved to Dallas in 2002 after receiving her MFA in Ceramics. She has been teaching ceramics around Dallas, most recently at SMU.

Studio #: 107

Phone:

www.amyhalko.com

THE FASHIONISTAS

THE FASHIONISTAS is a non-profit organization whose mission is to celebrate the art form that is fashion by sponsoring exhibitions and educational programs that are a cultural platform for Dallas and the international fashion world.

Studio #: 108

Phone: 972-504-6354

fashion@thefashionistas.org

www.thefashionistas.org

Sam Fuller

Sam’s Artwork portrays scenes from his life’s experiences in vibrant colors. His pencil works on paper explore scenes of Jazz, Blues, Dance, Love, Church, Sports and Famous Personalities.

Studio #: 109

Phone: 972-765-6508

Christy Robinson

Christy Robinson has sixteen years experience in the retail jewelry business. She is knowledgeable in many of the traditional jewelry making techniques such as metal fabrication, soldering, lost wax casting, enamels and bead stringing.

She also works with alternative methods and materials including recycled metals. Christy encourages recycling in the custom work she does as well by casting clients broken earrings, chains, etc. into something new and wearable.

Studio #: 110

Phone: 214-821-0240

julep115@yahoo.com

julep115.etsy.com