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Austin shops accepting artists & printmakers

These 9 shops publicly say they accept submissions. Each card links to a listing with the exact pitch instructions from the shop's own website. Read how to pitch to retailers and grab the free line sheet template before you hit send.

The 9 shops

North Loop · Austin

Paloma Consignment

Women's clothing and accessories consignment boutique building a curated collection of goods from local Austin makers and emerging small brands.

Heads up: They prioritize locally rooted Austin brands but consider small brands from anywhere.

EmailWholesale + feesGiftsBeautyJewelry
East Austin · Austin

Clover + Maven

Always-local, always-handmade East Austin shop in the Springdale General complex, showcasing 100+ women and LGBTQIA+ artisans.

Heads up: Only women and LGBTQIA+ makers are featured.

FormGiftsArt
Downtown · Austin

Old Bakery & Emporium Artisan Emporium

City-run shop in an 1876 Congress Avenue building selling handmade work by local Austin artists over 50.

Heads up: Open only to Austin artists aged 50 and over.

EmailConsignmentGiftsJewelryArt
Brentwood · Austin

Succulent Native (Austin Native & Creative)

Plant shop running a local maker collective where staff sell your products from rented wall shelves.

Heads up: Paid shelf rental plus commission.

FormPaid rental programGiftsArtHome
South Lamar · Austin

Austin Art Garage

South Austin gallery (since 2007) showing affordable original work by local artists without sales pressure.

Heads up: Often at capacity; they don't reply to every submission.

EmailGallery commission (exhibition slot)Art
East Austin · Austin

Dear Diary Coffee

East Austin neighborhood coffee shop and queer safe-space sharing its retail space with local makers.

Not accepting right now. The 2027 residency application closed August 15, 2026.

FormShop takes a 35% commissionArtCeramicsJewelry
Downtown Georgetown · Georgetown

Georgetown Art Center Giftshop

City of Georgetown art center with a giftshop featuring member artists, plus monthly exhibits and workshops.

Heads up: Since January 1, 2026 all giftshop artists must hold an active membership (cost not shown on the giftshop page).

FormArtCeramicsGifts
East Austin · Austin

Art For The People Gallery

Springdale Rd gallery and artisan market showcasing Texas artists for over 10 years.

Heads up: Open calls are per exhibition, not ongoing shelf space; check the page for current dates.

FormGallery commission (exhibition slot)ArtGifts
South Congress · Austin

Paper Work

South Congress shop hosting independent print artists and makers, holding space for BIPOC and underrepresented artists alongside long-time Austin artists.

EmailConsignmentArtPrintsGifts

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