I love to visit Art Works Inc. I almost always come home with something even if it's a note card…read more Many arts have studios at Art Works others have mini galleries inside the gallery. As a result, you can find art in varied media as well as a wide- range of price points.

I recently visited ArtWorks Inc located in Richmond. While parking is a bear, find a spot and enjoy…read moreArtWorks. There are a variety of artists housed in the space and it is great to wander the halls and discover treasures. There is also a main gallery which houses a show on the regular. Everyone we met there was welcoming and happy to see us. Artwork featured there was varied in price so you could easily find gifts for someone or for yourself without breaking the bank!

Great place to find unique gifts from local artisans in a lovely neighborhood on Southside.read more

I would add the 43rd St. Gallery to the list of top gift shops in Richmond. This shop features…read morework by area artists and many are in very affordable price ranges. The diversity of the selection makes it easy to find a unique and beautiful gift for just about anyone. They offer handmade jewelry, pottery, framed art, hanging art, and all kinds of cool things that I haven't seen anywhere else in Richmond. The last thing I will say is prepare to want to buy yourself a gift when you visit there. The 43rd St. Gallery is full of temptations. It's a beautiful place to visit, that is for sure. Enjoy!

I was so excited to come here for my friend's art exhibit. The artwork was showcased beautifully…read moreand I was blown away by the creative vibe in this gallery. There was a lovely table set up with hors d'oeuvres and a wine bar. It was so exciting to talk with the artist about his work and mingle with fellow art lovers. The staff was friendly, professional and helpful! I was delighted a couple of weeks later to pick up my painting and I can't wait to display it in my home!

I had a great experience at For Art's Sake the other day. The staff was extremely friendly and the…read moreatmosphere is very relaxed. They have a huge selection of frames! I had trouble deciding which one to choose. Luckily, their framers were there to steer me in the right direction and now my artwork looks 10x better!

This is a lovely small art gallery, perfect for intimate exhibitions and receptions such as…read moreRichmond's famous First Fridays art walks. The space is extremely modern and austere, allowing the works to speak for themselves. There is a tiny print storage room and library, and staff can help you view particular works for studying. I'll be back again to see more of Richmond's thriving contemporary art scene.

I rated 5 stars for courtesy and respect alone. I inquired via email and Page Bond responded…read morerespectfully and kindly, first impressions are everything. I appreciate these simple things, kindness makes or breaks a moment. Thank you.

Came to this charming spot for the Sarah Davenport art show. This was their first show. Sarah…read moreDavenport's art will be up until April. They have new artists coming in every two months and all of them will be women and/or LGBTQ artists. It was a free show to attend and on the first day they had light bites and drinks. It felt like attending a friend's art showing. It was very intimate and sweet. This place also doubles as a meeting place and photo spot. You can check out https://linktr.ee/yellowhouserva to rent the Yellow House for a photoshoot or a meeting. To rent it for a photoshoot it's $100/hr with three hour minimum. To rent it for a meeting, it's $100/hr with two hour minimum. If you read more about this space online, you find that "Yellow House was created to be a gathering place for people to have thoughtful and meaningful conversations in mind." Which matches the feeling I had when I first entered the space. I'm excited to see more of their art shows in the future.

Spirited Art is SUCH a great idea! No artistic skill necessary and you still end up with a (semi)…read moreprofessional looking painting! I took my mom here as a Christmas present and we both had a blast! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was lively and welcoming. We had about 12 other people in our class, and although we each painted the same picture and followed the same instructions from the teacher, all of our paintings looked slightly different but equally as impressive! The calendar on their website displays photos of the different paintings that correspond with the dates they are being offered. Just choose one you like, make sure the date works with your schedule, and purchase it directly online. There are a variety of options to choose from; everything from cartoonish images to Monet-inspired paintings. If you're a diehard fan of certain Virginia colleges, they also offer University of Richmond, VCU, and JMU themes. When you arrive, everything is already set up for the painting (colors of paints needed, brushes, and a blank canvas). There are aprons at each seat as well. The studio itself is a large open space with long tables towards the back where the painting actually occurs. The teacher we had was super friendly and the atmosphere was very relaxed- everyone was chatting the whole time. Painting AND wine?! Spirited Art has partnered with the Wine Loft, which is directly next-door, so there is at least one designated server per class. Not only is there a list of wines available (many at $5/glass), but there is also a painting-friendly menu of snacks that are easily eaten during the class. I think you are free to order anything from the Wine Loft's menu if you'd like, but they've created a more streamlined menu of suggestions conducive to the painting class. To help the servers keep track of orders, they use a cool system of numbered poker chips that attach to your easel with Velcro. I will definitely be back to test my skill on a different painting (and enjoy some more wine, of course)!

I had a wonderful evening at Spirited Art with some friends enjoying wine and trying my hand at…read morepainting. I think the wine gave my inner artist a false sense of confidence but I definitely had a lot of fun. The instructors will take you step by step to create your own unique version of the chosen picture for that day. They have templates you can trace to get started if you are not comfortable free-handing the design. Our instructor Kerri made sure to tell us that these paintings are ours and so you are free to make your art as personal as you want. We were painting a funky peacock and if you wanted a pink peacock instead of a blue one go for it! I appreciate this free flowing format to the class, it allows you to truly love your work. Everyone gets together for a group picture at the end of the class in front of their Color Wheel. Spirited Art in right next to Wine Loft so they had a waitress available to us for drinks and food. You can also BYOB for a $10 per bottle cork fee. I saw tons of other neat pictures on the walls so there may be more painting classes in my future. I also got a rewards card which will earn you points towards a free class. If you are looking for a fun activity with friends or just want to tap your inner artist check out Spirited Art in Short Pump.

Brought in my son's college diploma for framing. The person working with us helped pick out the mat…read morecolors and frame styles. The price was reasonable and the finished product really looks amazing. Took about 6 weeks to get it completed, but would definitely go back for future products.

YELP should have a separate rating system for businesses such as Rick's Custom Frame: 1st: They…read moreremember me by name. Maybe they don't remember everybody, but they got me. That's important. 2nd: They listen to every detail of your/my needs and quietly make suggestions. Its professional and informal at the same time. What a sweet mixture. 3rd: Your finished memento comes back CRISPLY packaged. I love going to this place. A#1, and the ambiance is nice too.

Beautiful gallery in the fan that hosts many shows by local artists such as Matt Lively, whose…read moreexhibition "Destructive Distillation" opened on Friday. The space is larger than it appears from the street, with warm wooden floors and soft lighting. There is a small bar in the back for receptions, and works can often be purchased on site. Definitely worth a visit.

Favorite gallery in town. Most galleries have 30% truly great art and 70% mediocre art. Here…read moreliterally all of the art is outstanding. The environment is very welcoming and friendly. The host, BJ, is incredible and makes the place worth going to alone!