The Little Gallery is located in the corner of Market St and Kirk Ave, in the heart of Downtown…read moreRoanoke. It is a fine arts gallery and boutique that always is on the lookout for the finest quality and selection of original paintings, sculptures, art glass, jewelry, and specialty gifts by local and regional artists. Since I moved to Roanoke, I have always been very impressed by the quality of works they carry. The gallery has two large well lit display windows up front and is located in a prime location downtown. People going to or coming from restaurants in the area or other places like the Mill Mountain Theatre oftentimes pass by it on the way to their destination and are amazed by the artworks they see in the windows, just like I am. When I went to visit the gallery this Wednesday afternoon, a very friendly and knowledgeable lady greeted and welcomed me and explained to me the story of how they were able to get this key location to move their gallery to. I told her how important art has always been in my life and in the lives of many in our community. This is an ideal place for local and regional artists to introduce their artwork. They can do so by making an appointment to introduce themselves to the Art Gallery Manager and showing their portfolio and some of their artworks. It is also a wonderful place for members of our community and visitors passing y to acquire beautiful artworks to decorate their homes or to expand their art collection. I remember the joy it gave me when, while living in Boston, I visited an Art Gallery and acquired my most valuable painting by the American Artist who also lived in Paris, Mary K. Trotter. I highly recommend this Gallery to all living in or visiting Roanoke. Stop by and view the artwork they have at the moment. Enjoy doing so and who knows, you might find that special piece of art that you can take home with you and that will bring you joy throughout the years as well as all those who visit and admire it.

Extraordinary art and textiles/jewelry! The LOCAL artists are wonderfully talented and creative!…read more The prices are within my budget, too! The lamps I've only seen in Alexandria, so seeing them in downtown Roanoke is such a pleasure! Owners have such panache and are so genuinely happy to see us! A must to enrich the beauty of your dwelling or your business! Do go!

Just as bread and water are food for the body, art and music are food for the soul. And this is the…read moresignificance of this family-owned business. After being awarded the NC Triad Yelp Squad Yelper of the Year 2024 Award at the Yelpies Award Ceremony last year, an event that honored the highest-performing Yelp Elites, celebrating their contributions and accomplishments throughout the year, I decided that this year, as an All-Star Yelp Elite, I not only wanted to be the first to discover new restaurants and businesses, and bring them to the attention of the public, but also to uncover those found in hidden paths that for one reason or another have not reached the public in its totality. And The Frame Connection, in Salem, Virginia, is a perfect example. The local artist and co-owner of this custom framing and art shop, Sean Hatter, worked at The Frame Connection for over 23 years, and this year, after the opportunity of purchasing the business came up, he and his artist wife, Alison, didn't think twice about it, but went on with the heart, and took it. Today, I had the privilege of meeting Sean at the frame shop, conveniently located in the heart of Salem, Virginia, on 19 East Main Street, right next to the Mill Mountain Coffee & Tea Shop. When I walked into the shop, he greeted me and gave me a warm welcome. His amazing personality can only be compared with the quality of his art, which I got to see for the first time being exhibited in his frame shop. I found fascinating how in the small space of the shop, he managed to carry an extensive variety of frames of different styles and prices, including some very nice and elegant ones. All very clean and organized. As well as some framed paintings from local artists and from him and his wife that that were being exhibiting for sale. I immediately fell in love by his painting style which encompassed very detailed fine lines, as well as enough brush strokes to distinguish the painting from being a photograph. I was also very impressed with the samples he had available for customers to take into consideration as they picked the frame and glass type for their particular items they wished to have framed. I invite you to view my photographs accompanying this review to get a better sense of the place and the quality of their frames and artworks. Sean's fine art current focus is on portraits and landscapes. And his wife Alison's varies from representational, symbolic forms, and imaginative realism. You can see samples of these being exhibited at the frame shop. While I was in the shop, I had the opportunity of witnessing how Sean dealt with a young gentleman customer who wanted to have an eclectic artwork framed, but had a small budget. Before he was aware of his budget, he showed him some really nice frame, and once he became aware of his customer's budget, he brought out a simple, yet very nice frame. And then at the request of the customer, he allowed him to pay half of the total today and the other half when he picked up the completed framework. I highly recommend this frame shop for anyone looking to beautifully preserve a memorable item.

Was looking for a local frame shop and been pleased with every piece Frame Connection has done for…read moreme. They have done several pieces in my collection and each one done beautifully. Conservation museum quality work, timely service and at a fair and competitive value. Sean is knowledgeable and has a great eye for design, he has always been kind and professional in all my dealings. A great local shop and worth your support. 4.5 Stars rounded up for the excellent service 01028

Best local fine craft gallery in the area. Well-curated selection is impeccable and it doesn't get…read moreany friendlier than this sweet little shop's owner and staff. Not to be missed!

This store has a nice selection of fine crafts for yourself or others. They have a wide range of…read moreprices from a few dollars to hundreds for soapstone carvings. Good pottery, good photos and art work.

This store is a hidden gem amongst any retail furniture store in the nrv. The owner is super nice…read moreand gave us a fantastic deal on a table and hope chest. The furniture is very good quality, the table we bought is Bassett and the hope chest is a maker in North Carolina-also very nice. We were also very pleased with the excellent customer service and great variety and quality of what they keep in stock. We will definitely go here first when shopping for our next furniture purchase! If you need any type of furnishing or bedding for your home we would definitely recommend that you check with them before heading anywhere else.

I can't say enough good stuff about Southern Furniture. I bought a living room suit. I'm very…read moreplease with sales and delivery. I seen some end tables I wanted and ask, if they could get them and they can. I will never shop another furniture store. And get this $75 delivery 45 miles. My local furniture store was going to charge 200-299 for 15 miles. Shop this family owned small business. You won't be disappointed! If you see something ask they can get it I'm sure.

Ordered our furniture here. Told us how long it would take and were spot on. Delivered promptly and…read moretook the old furniture. Will buy here again.

I have been a regular at Miller Off Main for over 15 years. Each community has that place to…read moreexplore with ever changing discoveries. This is "that place" in Blacksburg. Where else can you find ancient artifacts to local artists latest work? Robert Miller is a knowledgeable collector and print maker. Pippi Miller is a photographer and personable gallery director. I have bought and sold my work at this gallery and drop by regularly to see what's new. This is the go-to gallery that has filled my house with discovered treasures and a must for finding that unique gift .

I am a local artist and the folks at Miller Off Main have photographed my work for entry into…read moreprofessional galleries and included my work in their gallery. Both experiences were great. They handled my work carefully, gave smart advice on how to present, and provided lots of photographs to choose from. I have now successfully been accepted into multiple art shows with these photographs. Also, my sculpture in their gallery sold and they very professionally handled that whole process. Their prices are very reasonable too. I will always go back to this gallery for my own work and to see the eclectic collections they share.

Was looking for a local jewelery shop with watch services in town and this little independent store…read morewas exactly what I was looking for. I needed to have a few links removed from one of my pieces, a beautiful swiss automatic time piece with a complicated bracelet. It takes a certain expertise and their watchmaker was quick and professional in making the adjustments. The cost was cheap, and only took them a few minutes to do, and their watch service was handled while I waited. In and out the door in under 30 minutes and it was only fifteen bucks to do the work. A bargain. I appreciated the local friendly service and quality work performed. Recommended. 4.5 Stars rounded up for the fast, fair value service with kindness and professionalism. 01032

After an injury to my hand, I needed my engagement ring and guard rings sized up quite a bit. The…read morework was done in-house and ready in two days. The bands were beautifully done, along with checking the prongs. I trust Jane and Tina to do outstanding work. Thanks, folks!

LinDor Arts is one of the most outstanding Art Galleries in Downtown Roanoke. Located on First…read moreStreet, one of the key areas of Roanoke's art scene, it showcases a diverse range of paintings, sculptures, and visual art by very talented and renowned local and regional artists. The gallery offers an extensive space for art lovers to explore and purchase some very unique creations. The gallery also offers professional picture framing services, to ensure that each piece is displayed at its best. I had the privprivilege of visiting the Art Gallery today and was given a warm welcome by the owner/manager himself, Dorsey Taylor. For over 15 years he has ran and expanded this art gallery, selling only originals from estates, their collection, and a few select artists, and now use Denise Cormany as their frame designer and framer. It is an amazing work how he has restored and improved the different spaces where the gallery is housed, simply with new walls painted white, treating and polishing the original hardwood floors, and installing a new lighting system that brings out the beauty of all the artworks in exhibition there. Most beautiful items, I might say, of all sizes, styles, and forms. The works of arts there are very appropriate for decorating an entire house or a condominium. Their sized fluctuate from miniature etching or paintings to gigantic size ones that could be used to decorate corporate buildings or majestic historic houses of the Old South West or South Roanoke. But if all these artworks are very valuable, even more valuable is the owner himself for his vibrant personanity, all the work he does in the community, too many to name, and his great contribution of the Arts to the Star City of Roanoke. I highly recommend this Art Gallery to all those reading my review and viewing my photographs accompanying it. Stop by to enjoy the current artworks being exhibited there now, come to an opening of one of their new exhibits, search their website and discover the many artists and their artworks available, bring one home and discover the joy that art can bring. After having lived in Boston for many years, I'll never forget when I was starting out collecting a painting from an Amarican Painter, Mary K. Trotter, that had just arrived to one of their nicest art galleries, I liked it so much that they put it on layaway for me so I could afford it. But after I had paid it off, I considered it priceless, and it brought great joy to me and all those who visited and were able to see and appreciate it.

We stopped in last week and were thoroughly impressed! The owner (Dorsey) and his daughter (Bo)…read morewere extremely friendly and helpful. The selection of art and artists was unbelievable for a relatively small town, and they knew all of their artists well. They took time to show us paintings they had stored in the back, as well as explaining that we could commission an artist to paint a similar painting in a larger or smaller size. We could sense the joy these two professionals experienced when they were able to share their love of art and their deep appreciation for the strengths of each individual artist. We will definitely be back when we are ready to buy one of the masterpieces displayed in this spectacular gallery.