The is a simple but beautiful art installation in downtown San Jose. It's easy to pass it by…read morewithout giving it a second thought, but the cascading light effects are actually pretty amazing. The main engineers/artists for this piece (Ron Jensen and Warren Trezevant) have done work for Pixar Animation Studios along with other applications in art and technology, and they've done a remarkable job with the Sonic Runway. The fact that you can walk through this structure while watching the colors move to different songs makes it even more impressive and exciting. And right next to it, the City Hall Rotunda/event center was also beautifully lit in a red hue this past Sunday, which added a nice touch to the surroundings. The music is pretty random (we heard some slow house music and soft rock while we were there). They also have special events on certain days with specific DJs/musicians setting the mood. It was easy to pay a visit and walk through the Sonic Runway while grabbing dinner at a nearby restaurant during the weekend. We spent probably no more than 10-12 minutes here, but it was certainly worth our time. It's free to visit, with the music and light show from 5pm-12midnight daily.

The Sonic Runway is a beautiful piece of public art for public interaction and I endorse the…read moretechnical descriptions in other reviews. There's a roller skate group that meets on City Hall Plaza on Tuesday evenings, too. It's fun to ride a bike, scooter, or skateboard through the tunnel of lights but please be respectful of pedestrians enjoying the Sonic Runway. You can watch the Sonic Runway from Restaurant Rollati on the ground floor of Miro Towers, or Island Taste between the church and Vintage Towers. There is free evening parking in two nearby City garages: one next door to Miro Towers with entrances on 4th and 5th Streets (employee parking until 6PM, free public parking 6-10PM) and another on the other side of City Hall. That garage gives 90 minutes free parking days or evenings at 4th and San Fernando over the former Flames Restaurant which is now Home Eat authentic Chinese cuisine). There are Chargepoint electric chargers in the City garages and a few street spaces by Miro Towers, but they are slow J1772chargers and there's a $1.25 connection fee so not the best unless you're going to stay in the area for a meal, a haircut, or shopping (the actual electricity rates are good). This block also serves as a transit center for VTA, with 11 VTA routes stopping here: #22, 23, 64A, 64B, 66, 68, 72, 73, 500, 522, 523. Although there are signs for SC Metro Hwy 17 Express, it only stops here a few times a day in the morning to drop off at City Hall/SJSU and in the evening to pick up. Most Hwy 17 Express runs start or end at Diridon Station.

I was recommended to Farber Art Services from my wonderful framer Robb Domingues, Frames on Third…read morewho I trust. Berley contacted me right away, understood the kind of art I have (eclectic and some very heavy) and the mixed concrete and sheet rock building I live in. I was concerned that they couldn't handle the 30+ art pieces I had in the time allotted but Michael and Berley were such pros that they got the heavy pieces up together and then Michael just did a great job, hanging the art, discussing location and sometimes helping to rearrange an awkward piece. In my 50+ years of remodeling and moving I've run into many contractors workers who thought they knew it all and were not respectful. As a woman who knows what she wants doing a project with contractors you had to fight your way through sours you on the product. Michael and Berley are thorough professionals and they don't come with an attitude even though they are truly experts at their craft and really know high art. I had so much fun working with them that I was sorry when they left. It makes looking at all my art so much more enjoyable knowing how collaborative and fun the project was. I highly recommend them on any size project of any complexity and quality.

Michael was again the best. He came up with a perfect solution to position my Japanese screen. He…read morecommunicated beautifully. I really appreciate the full service and care taken.

Expensive but worth it. My photo gallery wall is excellent. Also, I had them install several large…read morepieces and they don't seem to move at all. Very pleased.

I love working with Work of Art. They have hung everything in my home and have come several times…read moreover the years when I have moved art work around or gotten new pieces. They do such high quality work, are very collaborative, have a great eye for what will look best, and fast. Total pros!

I love this company! Conrad came out to install a set of ceramic flowers on one of my condo walls…read more He did a wonderful job with that, then volunteered a bunch of design ideas to fill out my space in creative ways. He is so funny and thorough and thoughtful in his suggestions. He really cares, and it shows. Conrad even had an idea for a plant ledge near a window so I could bring more plants in, since the more obvious spaces for plants in my condo don't have enoug light. He suggested I organize a handful of plants on the ledge like a "boy band" (tall diva in back surrounded by a few others, each of whom should look unique). I followed his advice on the plant ledge and all his other suggestions, and now my condo is filled with lovely artwork and plants. I will definitely work with Art in Hand again! Katie

Art in Hand made returning our rented art pieces an easy and seamless process. I needed to return…read morethe pieces and have someone handle the return to the gallery, and they took care of everything efficiently. The service was superb--Raphael and Justin were incredibly accommodating and professional. They handled the art with great care, ensuring everything was transported safely. The quality of their work was excellent, and the price was very reasonable for the level of service provided. From start to finish, everything exceeded expectations. Highly recommend them for anyone in need of art moving and installation!

Do NOT use them!!!! Surprising that a reputable art gallery would every use them. Very pushy…read morewanting payment but no follow up and poor communication regarding when to expect a delivery on the day of delivery.

I chose Norton Fine Art to ship several paintings and prints from the Bay Area to Europe…read more(Luxembourg). Norton was there every step of the way - compared to the other companies I received bids from, Norton's prices were the lowest, they didn't rush me, and their packing and crating was phenomenal for protecting my package the entire journey. I am very grateful, and strong recommend Norton Fine Art for individuals like me, as well as small and large businesses!