AUSTIN ALL NATURAL MAGAZINE
Remembering and honoring the legendary magazine
created & published by Michael Abedin
A part of Austin history...
EDGY and RELEVANT
William Michael Abedin (1951-2019) was the owner, editor, publisher, sales manager, and janitor (as he jokingly would say) of Austin All Natural Magazine.
With the help of the magazine’s Art Director (Pun Nio), Cover Artist (Leslie Kell), and mostly volunteer distribution staff, this advertiser supported free full glossy print local magazine was published monthly from 2006-2019.
It educated, highlighted and connected the local holistic and metaphysical community. It showcased Michael’s untiring effort in presenting holistic practitioners and alternative healing, with respect and relevancy. With Michael's humor and writing (chronicling the Austin scene), each issue reminded readers to look inside themselves to seek peace and love.
At its peak, 12,000-15,000 copies were available at over 300 sites from Georgetown to San Antonio, New Braunfels, San Marcos, Dripping Springs, Wimberley, Westlake, Lakeway, and all points in Austin, including all Whole Foods and Central Markets, fitness centers, practitioner offices, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
The very loyal monthly readership was estimated at 35,000 to 45,000 in print and online.
Meet the Team
Michael Abedin
Michael Abedin
Michael Abedin
In addition to being the owner/editor of Austin All Natural Magazine, Michael was a Reiki Master Teacher, Bach Flower Remedies Expert, and amateur actor. He was also a Fifth Degree Kenpo Karate black belt and instructor for decades, and had worked many jobs as head of security in Austin, as was a disc jockey when he first moved to Austin.
In addition to being the owner/editor of Austin All Natural Magazine, Michael was a Reiki Master Teacher, Bach Flower Remedies Expert, and amateur actor. He was also a Fifth Degree Kenpo Karate black belt and instructor for decades, and had worked many jobs as head of security in Austin, as was a disc jockey when he first moved to Austin. He was proud to be a Cherokee Tribal Member and an Eagle Scout. Read more here.
Leslie Kell
Michael Abedin
Michael Abedin
Leslie Kell, a highly accomplished lens-based artist and designer, has devoted over 35 years to her creative career in the Austin area. With a BA in painting and illustration, she began her journey as a freelance graphic artist, later expanding her expertise to include photography and digital art. In 2008, Leslie pioneered a distinctive t
Leslie Kell, a highly accomplished lens-based artist and designer, has devoted over 35 years to her creative career in the Austin area. With a BA in painting and illustration, she began her journey as a freelance graphic artist, later expanding her expertise to include photography and digital art. In 2008, Leslie pioneered a distinctive technique that seamlessly integrates her photography with her drawings, resulting in a truly unique artistic style.
Over the course of a decade, she served as the cover artist for Austin All Natural, debuting her first cover in November 2009.
Pun Nio
Michael Abedin
Karen Riviere
Pun Nio, owner of Nio Graphics, Inc. since 1996 is located in Dripping Springs, Texas. Specializing in design and production of print publishing and creative design solutions for the educational/commercial market.
Prior to NioGraphics, Pun worked as a graphic designer/art director for the State Bar of Texas, Steck-Vaughn Publishing, HBJ and Holt, Rinehart and Winston Publishing.
Karen Riviere
Michael Abedin
Karen Riviere
Karen Riviere joined the magazine team in 2018, assisting with back office, distribution, and website and social media management. Karen has a historical record of the complete set of the print magazines.
She proudly carries on Michael’s legacy as a Reiki Master Teacher. She offers Attunement classes, Reiki Share Group Healing Circles, and Starseed related meetups. (www.austinreikimaster.com)