What brought me here was that it was the setting for a pie contest, hosted by Sweet Potato Comfort…read morePie. I was in the audience. I don't get to many art galleries. Wall to wall paintings. Many would be good for a child's room and would make a great gift. For a shower as well. They have such novelty paintings i.e. the history of jeans, Dad's rootbeer, Rod Serling from the Night Gallery days. I loved meeting Kelly and was in awe of this place. Another reason to come to the West Bank. It's on the block for the Wednesday weekly West End days with all the vendors.

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This artist space is newer to me but it packs a lot of charm. The tight corners and winding…read morehallways lead to a variety of studios with a plethora of art to admire and take home. I've always had a good time with artists here and never felt like I was pressure to purchase any pieces. If you walk further down the main hallway you'll find yourself in the carriage house with even more studios and a great leatherwear store which you can buy cut to order belts among other accessories for a fair price.

First of all I love these old repurposed building in MPLS…read more There are plenty of studios, with offering their creative visions. Be forewarned, many of the original pieces, or at least the ones that turned my head were north of 2,500. Great place to browse and see how unique and creative all the Minneapolis art scene is Please come and support these folks

Public Functionary is a contemporary art gallery with a vision: bring rising national and local…read moreartists whose work expresses diversity in background, approach, inspiration and materials and connect them and their artwork with with the broader Minneapolis community. Hands down one of the best (and non-profit) art galleries in the Twin Cities, Public Functionary has brought in a range on artists from Chicago-based artist Carlos Rolon, better known as Dzine, New York-based artists Sougwen Chung and Eric Inkala, L.A.-based artist Patrick Martinez, to local Minneapolis-based artists Jennifer Davis and Micheal Thomsen, and many more. In addition exhibiting world-class art and artists, Public Functionary makes a point of inviting in community groups and letting them use their amazing, huge (and expanded) space as a resource. PF "Takeovers" (fun party nights where local artists/musicians take over the space to create a scene), fashion shows, NE Mpls business functions and events, musical and dance performances are all regular occurrences in-between/during exhibitions that has Public Functionary truly live up to it's name.

One of the best non-profit, rotating, visionary art galleries in town. A hidden gem that needs to…read morebe un-hidden. The mixture of art, music and style during the opening weekends are inspiring and creative. Tricia does a wonderful job reaching into many different scenes within the city and pasting them together to make this gallery function.

My daughters and I have been taking classes at WBCA since August 2018 and LOVE going there!! We…read morehave been introduced to so many new skills through the guidance of exceptional artists and teachers. Our skills in pottery, SAORI weaving, jewelry-making, leather-crafting, drawing, and painting all have improved greatly thanks to the encouragement of the instructors. WBCA fosters a sense of community among the students, staff, artists, and teachers. It's a place where you want to keep going to not only build on your creativity, but connect with others who value the arts and their importance in society.

Took a few classes here and I always felt so welcomed by the other students and staff. Great…read moreteachers each time. You don't have to be a member to go there to see their gallery or to take classes. But once you start going, you'll want to join like I did!

You have to stop in here if you are at art-a-whirl. This is a huge building with multiple levels of…read moreart and shops. We wanted to buy everything here. Lots to look at here! The employees who worked at the gallery were very friendly and helpful explaining the artists work and we were easily able to buy even though it was very busy.

It's always a fun time coming here especially during events and open studios. This place is a…read morelandmark in the northeast arts district and is filled to the brim of local art to admire and take home. I've come here multiple times and have left with quite a few pieces now especially from DC Ice and AMF. Artists art friendly and are happy to chat or give you space, accommodating your desired experience. I would highly recommend coming during one of their major events during the fall or during art a whirl when the place is bustling with crowds to really add to the warmth of the space this place exudes.

Fun space! Known…read moreusually as the A|Z Gallery, it's located on the ground floor of the Tilsner Artists' Cooperative in St. Paul, kitty corner from the Farmer's Market. They've got an ever-changing collection or art, seemingly from local artists. With room for all types of hanging art, and larger pieces in the center of the room, the A|Z Gallery looks like it would be a great party atmosphere to host openings. I've never been, and frankly don't know if they do that, but the location looks fit for it. Parking is hit or miss; not many street options now with the surrounding roads dug up for the Central Corridor project, but you can take advantage of the Farmers Market lot (if not already occupied) or the Tilsner lot itself. I honestly don't know if you have to pay for those two...but I've never been towed.

Not sure if I am qualified to write a review on an art gallery, but I'll try anyways. You see,…read morethis was my very first "art gallery experience" so I have no comparisons. Except for the "art show" that my friend's children set up in a corner of their room....so, yeah. AZ Gallery was holding an event - A Midwinter's Dream - that featured local women artists and their various crafts. Everything was represented there from homemade candles and perfume to photography, shadowboxes, and jewelry. To be honest, much of the reason we went was to support a couple of friends at the show. Wandering around the space was easy and fun - I had a great time talking to each artist, some were members of the gallery, others were guests of the gallery. And the members of the gallery were super nice too. The gallery did a great job of laying out the space so that it didn't feel too crowded either. I can't tell you much more about the gallery, hours, trivia, or anything else really useful. But, if you see another event of theirs pop up, be sure to check it out! They do know how to host a nice party and they have some great artists.

I was visiting my hometown of Minneapolis for a couple weeks and I knew I had to check out The…read moreAbstracted while I was there. I had been hearing good things from friends and I was happy I was able to make it to the closing show for Minnesota's Best Kept Secrets. I love how it's located right on Central Avenue, in the same building as Diamonds coffee shop, with parking and everything. I brought my very hyperactive new puppy with me and he was welcomed into the gallery! It was a very nice vibe. The art was impressive, a nice variety with some names I recognized and some I did not. My girl friends and I had a blast, I would definitely attend more shows there! Next time I am in town, hopefully.

From the owner: Each artist at The Abstracted plays a significant role in its process and development. Not only…read morewhen it comes to the artistic content they contribute to the walls of the gallery, but in actively promoting and participating in activities and events that lead to the betterment of the collective, and to the community at large. Whether its sweeping the floor after another successful gallery opening, or teaching the neighborhood kids how to paint and value the importance of creative expression, each artist endures the commitment of bettering the world by "Investing In Art." The Abstracted can accommodate gift-seekers and art-collectors through a number of different yet exclusive mediums, each sure to make an art connoisseur out of anyone.