The Gallery recently made major improvements in their layout and presentation . The art is now…read moreshown in a much more professional setting. And why not? The quality of the collective's artists deserve nothing less.

The Artists' Gallery showcases the work of 18 artists local to the Olympia area. There are…read moredistinctive styles of painting, jewelry, woodwork, and fabric arts as well as ceramics, photography, and printmaking. The gallery has good lighting and ample, flowing space in which to enjoy the display of the art. There is even parking close to the doors.

We met Darren who demonstrated his art and showed us his vinyl collection! We were so impressed we…read morehad to buy one... thanks for being a great spot to find a gift!!!

I was searching for art work to decorate my apartment when I found this gem! So many shops…read moredisappoint when it comes to finding original, compelling artwork but this place knocks it out of the park. I was able to talk to the manager about the different pieces, and learned many where done by local artists. This is no amateur lemonade stand, the pieces are amazing and there's a huge variety. The staff is friendly and the prices reasonable. Definitely check it out!

I brought in a linocut image which I received as a gift. I was looking for a professional framing…read morefor this piece which has a deep personal value to me. And I got exactly what I'd hoped for: professional consultation with recommendations tailored to my preferences. And I am very pleased with the matting and the frame. Really nice work. And the shop is also a great venue which supports and sells work by local artists. It's a nice little museum too.

American Art Co is the leading art gallery in Tacoma. As well as offering a diversity of high…read morequality artwork by local artists in a variety of media, the gallery holds several shows every year focusing on particular disciplines such as pastels, wood turning, art quilts, plein air, and more. It's worth stopping by just to view the exhibitions! If you are looking to add to your collection of quality art work by established local artists this is the place to come. Reasonably priced works are always available by such highly esteemed local artists such as Kari Tirrell, Misty Martin, Michael Ferguson, Richard Heller and more. The gallery also has many works by the late Pulitzer Prize winning artist from Vashon Island, Art Hansen. Prices are very reasonable, most works are available beautifully framed ready to hang on your walls. Speaking of framing, American Art Co. is my go to place to have art work framed. Over the years I have had many works expertly framed here. Good framing is expensive, but framing costs at American Art Co. are competitive. The quality exceeds what you can find elsewhere in the area. The owners, Tammy and Craig, will work with you to create what will work best to display your art!

Purchased a poster from this company online to replace one that was damaged in a home flood. The…read morenew replacement poster was from Fulcrum Gallery online - the artwork and typography on the Fulcrum Gallery print is OUT OF FOCUS AND BLURRY! It's completely unusable. It looks horrible. What a waste of time and money. DO NOT PURCHASE ITEMS ONLINE FROM THIS COMPANY!!!! IT'S A SCAM. They are just making poor quality reproductions of original poster prints of very poor quality and selling them as the original high-quality prints. Total ripoff.

Oliver Doriss, the owner & curator of Fulcrum Gallery, is probably going to go down as one of the…read moreurban pioneers who helped revive Tacoma's Hilltop neighborhood. There's so much potential here - and he's a man who sees it & has tapped into it. Really - this area is analogous to Seattle's Capitol Hill near 14th & Madison back in the 80's. Fulcrum is divided into 4 spaces, the front half is currently the official gallery space, a very cool & large 3rd room is in transition, and the back area houses Mr. Doriss's studio - he is also an accomplished glass artist. There are some items for sale in the second gallery space. You can find "253" shirts here and some great patches paying tribute to Tacoma. Mr. Doriss also sells his work here, including his "baby head" cups - I'd like one in every colour. (Consumer/art Lover that I am) The focus here seems to be a more cerebral look at local contemporary art. The current exhibit "The Heavens Reflect Our Labor" features four local artists working with metal. It is a small show, but very diverse, thoughtful & worth a look. Chris McMullen's kinetic sculptures are particularly clever. I look forward tracking Fulcrum's evolution - Thank you, Mr. Doriss, for coming to Tacoma!

If you need Artwork, or anything framed ~ Its ARTHOUSE DESIGN hands down !!!!!!!!!!.....I wandered…read moreinto this downtown studio a few months ago. I'm beyond impressed. They have a great selection of prints, and more Origina artwork than I expected. ( ANd I wish my budget would have allowed for ). The owner worked very creatively with me to transform the prints I choose into beautiful artwork. Susie has a keen eye for color and texture. Olympia is very fortunate to have this Gem of an Art Framing Store in town.......Can't wait to bring her more to frame for me. Yes, framing might be spendy...but its worth every single penny. Its perfect, Susie. Thank you !!!

This gallery is a co-op and one of the stops on the Gig Harbor Artwalk. A really fun experience…read morewhere you visit different galleries and studios along the waterfront. With the typical weather patterns in the Northwest, indoors is good. Art is so personal, I am always conflicted about assigning stars. One person's masterpiece is another person's candidate for the junk pile. So don't read too much into this rating. Of the seven galleries/studios we visited, nothing here 'spoke to me.' I ended up making purchases at two other galleries on the tour. It was the largest gallery of those we visited and the artists were welcoming and had snacks for visitors. My rating is based purely on my personal impression of the collection. Again, the largest, but nothing that knocked my socks off. However, collections change, so I would give it another try the next time I'm in town.

What's not to love about another art gallery in the Tacoma/Pierce county area? It's absolutely…read morewonderful. This upscale, vibrant, clean art gallery is located in downtown Tacoma. Ron and Rachel are a treasure to talk to. This space is really elevating the Tacoma art buying scene and it a must stop for one of their monthly art receptions!! Support the arts!

Barlow Gallery is a a wonderful new fine art gallery in downtown Tacoma that features a diverse…read morecollection of original works of art from over 20 artists - locally and from around the world. Most of the art are paintings, but there are also sculptures, photography, jewelry, and even some furniture. I am one of the local artists, and I have been so impressed by how well they have treated me and all the other artists I've met. Their customer service is beyond anything I've encountered before! They work closely with both artists and customers to create a customized experience, unique to each person's needs. It's definitely well worth your time to check them out!! The artwork is frequently rotated, but you can see their full collection by clicking on each artist on their website. Anything you would like to see in person, they'd easily arrange. They also host a solo artist exhibition each month with lovely complimentary food and beverages. It makes for a great date night!!! You can find the dates for each month's exhibition on their home page. Barlow is honestly a wonderful place to visit - there's nothing else quite like it in Tacoma!!!

Had a terrific time attending the beginner's watercolor class with Andrea. I've painted before and…read morethe class offered some fun techniques I hadn't heard of. The group was engaged and kind, with other artists in attendance who shared their interesting styles as well. A fun, relaxing evening of supportive and enjoyable folks!

Wow, this gallery has such a diverse collection of the most beautiful art from all local artists…read more There is something for everyone and in every price point. The owners are very helpful and super friendly. So happy I stopped in today.