The problem that I have had in the past is time and if I have free time, which is rarely, what I…read morereally love to do is to visit fine art galleries. In the past I needed to travel to New York City in order to experience the depth of fine art that I was driven to seek out. As a painter and gallery owner myself I would spend whatever time was necessary to travel to be able to see really extraordinary art galleries and as I have said they are generally located in New York City, but that has changed. A friend of mine recommended an art gallery in East Greenwich RI. I was certainly skeptical but nevertheless I took the time to go to East Greenwich from Cape Cod and I've got to tell you that it is an understatement to say it was worth it. The breadth and quality of the art that I viewed at New England Contemporary Fine Art is the absolute best that I have seen this side of New York City! If you have a chance or an opportunity to visit East Greenwich RI I cannot even begin to tell you how much you will enjoy this gallery! I met the gallery owner, i think her name was Laura, and she couldn't have been more welcoming and informative. I so enjoyed visiting this gallery and was so happy to find this quality of fine art so much closer to home than New York City that I wanted to share it with all of you. Honestly, if you're looking for an extraordinary fine art gallery this is the one to visit. I wound up purchasing two small paintings and I just love them!!

Attentive and collaborative production. Knowledgeable guidance to bring out the best in the pieces…read moreI brought in expedited quickly, very pleased with the outcome. The cost was more than the craft chain , but the care and quality of custom curated display sets apart this original watercolor.

Friendly, helpful, fast work. I recommend this shop to anyone with framing needs for good quality.read more

We've got Blazing Edition metals on our studio wall and show every client that walks through our…read moredoors. The quality is unbeatable. It's a huge bonus to be able to drive to their actual facility and talk to real people that are making the product. I even got a tour of the place which was educational and interesting. They put a little extra care into their work than a big box lab and it shows. If you're looking for the best metals you can buy, these are your guys.

On a whim, I submitted some of my artwork to a Call for Entry, and a piece I hadn't printed before…read moregot accepted. My usual vendor was not able to fulfill the order the way I wanted, and it took them about a week to let me know they couldn't do my bespoke request due to tooling limitations. I found Blazing Editions and they were able to sort out the print on the compressed timeline. We have had multiple phone calls to sort out details, and the personal attention is great. Hannah C. especially has been a joy to work with.

Really, I love Five Main. I love walking in and hearing the door creak. I love being surrounded by…read morevisual symphony of art. It isn't just ordinary paint on canvas and stock photography, this place has painted seashells, handmade jewelry...it's something you absolutely must see. Normally, I don't get all gushy over an art store, because they don't strike a chord with me, but this place really did. The proprietress, Ellen, is really sweet and takes the time to find a piece of art that fits you and your budget. There are some fantastic seascapes, pictures of lighthouses and some stellar photography here. You need to check it out. Call the gallery though, because there are not specifically posted hours.

Fantastic art work that is somewhat nautical centric. Owner/artist is pleasant and thoughtful. A…read moreWickford must for tourists and locals alike.

Never knew this place even existed until my child's art was submitted by their teacher for…read moreconsideration in an Emerging Young Artists exhibit! I arrived after/hours for the Closing Reception for the participants & was relegated to only 1 room for the event. It was a relatively small space & I'm not sure if there were other rooms. I also can't speak to what kind of art they normally display as I was only there for the event. What I can tell you is that the staff very enthusiastic about the gallery. They were so approachable & full of historical information about the venue. They certainly convinced me to come back at a later date! I was told by one of the patrons that this is one of the most under-appreciated galleries in the state & how they come here monthly. That being said, if you're looking for a museum, this isn't the place for you. But, if you're looking for a place to view local artwork, you should check it out & help support this community gem. I love a place that loves supporting the community!

An very under appreciated…read more museum A woman that works at the museum told me that the Warwick Museum of Art was voted the most under appreciated Museum in all of Rhode Island. I'm not sure if she told me exactly who did the voting but the statement is easy to believe. The museum is in the cool old Kentish Artillery Armory located right in the center of historic Apponaug. It's a place many people go by every day but probably not many actually stop to visit. Parking on the street is usually impossible and the whole area is a mess. They have been talking about fixing the road forever but probably never will. You have to be a bit creative in finding parking. The museum is more of a cultural center than an actually museum because the emphasis is on the new and not the old and things are always changing. The main display area is one large room and they have about a dozen or so exhibitions a year. Different things by different local artists throughout Rhode Island. A chance to check out the talent in the area. The last time I dropped in the exhibition was art by talented middle school kids and their teachers. Although I have to admit I wasn't very excited when I heard the display was going to be by kids, I was pleasantly surprised. Many very creative and original pieces were present and the talent was obvious. Besides the art shows the museum also has various music, theater, comedy and poetry readings through the year. Things are constantly changing but the one constant is the emphasis on local talent. There is no fee to see the art exhibitions and different prices for the other performances. The Warwick Museum of Art is a small place that offers a lot of different talent. It's a shame that instead of just driving by more people didn't actually take the time to drop in.

We have visited Gallery Z a number of times, but not recently until this past week when we read…read moreabout the featuring of a number of local artists. Owner and photographer, Berge Ara Zobian is always there to meet and greet guests as well as to respond to questions and explain a multitude of historical facts regarding the building as well as information regarding the artists being featured. The Dreamy Venice section of Murano glass items is just beautiful and contains many lovely pieces of jewelry for those who have a fine eye for delicate and different. The work of the featured artists from July 20th to August 6th offers a wide range of art work and although the Gallery is not large, there is so much to enjoy that one really needs to allow enough time to digest the beauty of the mixed media, the paintings, photos, drawings, and sculptures. It is a lovely, enriching experience.

Super location next to DePasquale Plaza. Like most galleries it's hit or miss depending on the…read moreartists but the owner, Berge, is always great to talk to and learn from. Galleriy Night Providence is every third Thursday and is free so its an awesome night out

Had an amazing time ArtProv Gallery, Michele and Nick are the epitome of gracious hosts! So much to…read moresee and learn, whether or not you are an artist... definitely make this a stop when in Providence, you will not be disappointed!

ArtProv Gallery is a cozy gallery in Providence highlighting nationally known artists. The…read moreinterior space lends itself well to shows, with warm lighting, an excellent flow to their layout and rich woods furnishing the interior space. I walked in shortly before closing to view their exhibit, "Land, Sea, and Sky" and I was quite pleased that I had chosen to do so. The curators are engaging, knowledgeable and easy to speak to. I found them quite amicable and easy to work with both before and after I decided to purchase a piece. I had a lot of questions about 1 piece in particular and ultimately I ended up contacting the artist to learn more about the provenance of the piece I was interested in. I ended up acquiring 1 piece from the gallery and I liked it so much that I have since purchased an additional 2 pieces from that series. I now own the full collection of Nina Weiss's "Waterways" series that were painted as part of Philadelphia's "Art in the Open" invitation only, judged event. Nina's pieces have been displayed all over the world and are held in many high value collections. You need to see one in person to view the depth, texture, and technique - I think they are fantastic! Nina got her undergrad from Tyler School of Art and Design, and a higher degree from RISD, hence the Philadelphia / Rhode Island connection. All 3 paintings from that series are now displayed in a prominent place in my home, where they bring me nostalgic joy as I reminisce on familiar scenes from my time spent traipsing about Philadelphia each and every day! Thanks to Nina and ArtProv for the great work you do. Art is what separates humans from Animals.