I'm certainly glad I attended my first Cookie Tour in Lawrenceville this December. It's because of…read morethis event I found out about Gallery on 43rd Street. There was a sign on the corner of Butler and 43rd indicating a cookie stop was down this street. Am I ever glad I followed the sign; otherwise, I would have remained on the main drag of Butler and never ventured into this lovely oasis. It's in an old house that is charming in itself. You make your way from room to room on the first floor. The day we were here, there were books in the front with the author present to sign them (gift number one), hand knit scarves next in line with the maker present (gifts number two and three), handmade earrings further back (gift number four), and artwork hung on the walls in the hallway. Everywhere I turned there were eye-catching handmade pieces. Definitely on my list to re-visit for those one-of-a kind locally made items.

My mom bugs me to go here every time she makes it down to Pittsburgh. I think she's purchased about…read morefives pairs of ear rings so far. You wont find this place unless you see their sandwich board situated on Butler Street. It's tucked away on 43rd Street and looks exactly like the rest of the houses on that block. Inside you'll find a variety of local art including paintings, pottery and jewelry. I'm not much of an art buyer and, while I really like their stuff, I simply can't afford it. However, their jewelry is priced low enough that my mom can indulge every once in a while. If you're into locally made, handcrafted art, it's definitely worth a look. The place is rather inconspicuous on the outside but on the inside it's a beautiful Victorian era house brimming with local art and behind the counter is a very nice lady that'll answer any questions you might have.

Lawrenceville is so hip these days!…read more I stopped in here with my mom and marveled at all of the neat 3-D art on display. Then I ran across a gorgeous mosaic by Rachel Sagers and snatched it right up! The woman who helped me with my purchase was friendly and made sure that my art was carefully wrapped and ready for transit. The feel in the gallery is spacious and welcoming, and the art was so unlike other things I've seen. Some items are pretty pricey but it's great to browse. I would come here again for sure.

The Borelli Edwards art gallery is an absolute must visit if you find yourself near Lawrenceville…read more Rotating exhibits will always be able to peak your interest regardless of personal taste or preference. These exhibits will rotate from local up and comers to established artists for many years. Beyond the gallery this is a phenomenal place for all of your framing needs. As my wife and I travel to various destinations local art is our souvenir of choice with our walls in our house telling a story of our adventures. Joy does an incredible job understanding our style and willingly accepting any challenge we throw at her. We have now had close to 20 pieces framed with little direction other than big picture vision. She has never failed to delight us!! Lastly, Joy the owner is reason enough to visit. She is a wonderful and welcoming host that could gladly have you extend your planned 10 minute visit to over an hour. The conversation and friendliness are always a highlight. Why are you still reading my review? Go visit Joy!!

Always worth a visit. The entrance is a little tricky to figure out, and you need to take the…read moreelevator, but once you are there, it's a creative space that hosts imaginative and provocative art. Technology usually plays a factor in most of the exhibits I've seen here, and illuminated displays are the most common. It's all free, too. On the outside, make sure you notice Flow, a light installation by Erwin Redl, and 168 Lightbulbs, by Jim Cambell. Take the escalator down a floor to see Sol Lewitt's Thirteen Geometric Figures (1984).

Something that a lot of people don't realize is how many free art galleries the Pittsburgh area…read morehas. Many are located right downtown in the Cultural Trust. This is one of those galleries. While there is a lot of signage, I still feel it is well hidden because it is above the T station and people think the only thing there is the T. You need to take an elevator up to the exhibit from an entrance on the side. The exhibits vary greatly and change regularly, so if you don't enjoy what is currently there, the next one might be of interest. Still, it is worth visiting because it is free and you might end up discovering your new favorite artist or art medium. They do take donations, but they are not required.

A nice little shop on Walnut in Shadyside. It's been a couple years since I stopped in, and saw…read morethat it really hasn't changed much with time. A pleasant fellow let me look about and we chatted about this and that. The collection here is rather eclectic and spread among many themes - and there's a lot of Pgh sports stuff. I did find two pieces by a Spanish artist. They were a bit overpriced...but he did knock of a some off for the pair and I liked them, so I went ahead and made the purchase. It's all good; the place is worth a look. I hear they do nice framing as well.

Maser Galleries is excellent for framing. We had a page from an old magazine with artwork that…read moremeant a lot to us. Brenda helped us frame it beautifully. She had great ideas that we never would've come up with if we'd tried to design it ourselves. It took four or five days, and the price was very reasonable. When we picked up the framed piece, they had created a pocket in the back and tucked in some information about the magazine (Harper's) explaining its cultural and historical significance. It was very thoughtful and we really appreciated it. While we were in the gallery for framing, we loved looking around at the paintings. They are striking, lovely, and accessibly priced. We visited during the pandemic (December 2020) and were grateful and at ease because of the common-sense precautions they took. Brenda wore a mask the entire time, without mentioning it. She took care to stand back from us as we looked at the framing materials. She propped open the door for air flow.

An absolutely PHENOMENAL creative space that is open to ANYONE at nearly ANY TIME…read more Offering figure drawing classes, an open drink-and-draw, and a free workspace that literally anyone can use in addition to work by local artists displayed on its walls. One of the best rooms in this space is a walk-in installation that feels like entering another world: maybe another planet, maybe another plane of reality, maybe a hidden portion of your own subconscious. In this room you will find a series of tubes, television screens, and neon lights, as well as a battered, graffitied copy of A.A.'s Living Sober that serves as a guest book, illustrating the ethos that nothing is sacred and everything is free game for the act of creation by collage. There is also an absolutely SICK piano keyboard that literally anyone is free to walk in and play with in this trippy, beautiful little alien room. Redfishbowl will take you to another dimension!

If you haven't climbed the glowing, neon-red stairwell into Redfishbowl, you are seriously missing…read moreout on Lawrenceville's ultimate creative wonderland. Having this place within literal walking distance of my apartment was the best. It's an absolute powerhouse of a collective where the vibe is brilliantly chaotic and endlessly welcoming. On any given night, you can wander in and find yourself surrounded by a wild mix of local art, ranging from moody, glow-in-the-dark multimedia installations to stunning contemporary paintings and custom apparel. But it's not just a gallery; it's a living, breathing community hub. I've walked over for everything from super chill community yoga sessions and intensely focused figure drawing classes to packed open mics, live band showcases, and the legendary Lawrenceville Art Crawl after-parties. Having such a kaleidoscope of local talent, music, and performance just a short stroll away made me feel incredibly spoiled; it's the definitive beating heart of the neighborhood's art scene.

Small little shop with tons of intriguing items. There is a ton of variety here. Something will…read morepique your interest, for sure. The employee working while we were in was friendly and not the hovering type at all. They had beautiful candles that were very reasonably priced, tons of smell good things, and very rare items, as well. This is a great place to stop in to see something unexpected.

A very cool store with well thought about products and visual. Lots of love went into this place. I…read morelove stopping here for a new candle!

A remarkable gallery located in the heart of the Cultural District. The admission is free, and the…read moreexhibits are thought provoking, and change on a regular basis. This is the largest of the Cultural Trust's galleries, and it's easiest to get to, it's highly visible and located on the first floor. Although a popular destination on the gallery tours, it's worth going back to see the exhibits when it's not so crowded. Fridays and Saturdays they have extended hours, so it's easy to combine a trip with a live performance and/or dinner.

Space always has a sampling of rotating artists. Always a great time. Always great exhibits.read more

Always interesting art, best framer in town, very community oriented, make it a point of going to…read morethe shows

One of my favorite galleries in the city. They specialize in corporate sales, but walk-in…read morecustomers are also encouraged. The art is professionally presented and lit, and the artistry is always impressive. I went to a friend's fiber art show here and was in awe of the complete experience. Definitely worth the trip.