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Some Rockdalians and former Rockdalians were at the opening of local artist Tommy Nienaber at the Link & Pin Art Space in Austin on Saturday. This is what the venue had to say about the artist and his work: “Sculpture, light, sound, and movement combine to welcome you into the world of artist Tommy Nienaber. A scientist by trade, he fell into the healing world of art after a tragic accident. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes and aiding in his burn treatment protocols, Tommy discovered that blocks of stone, metal and wood contained unique personalities that he had the ability to set free. Above are (L-R) Dr. John Mike Weed, Nienaber, Geri and Bob Burnett, and Annette, Amie (King) and Frankie Stone. At left, Nienaber and his girlfriend, Sara Humphries, speaking with a patron. Photos taken at the opening by Matt King and Amie Stone King.