I'm so thrilled that the Emerald C Gallery has landed here in lovely Coronado right by the beach,…read moreby popular eateries and The Hotel Del! This gallery is a true treasure to the community. This is no ordinary gallery; not only do they have events highlighting their artists, they offer sip and dips, where a professional artist guides you and friends in creating a masterpiece you can take home (wine/beer provided while painting)! Also, I recently attended the writers on the 13, where on the 13th of November the gallery invited 13 local authors to read from their latest book(s) published. My Mom was one of the featured authors and it was an amazing experience to see authors get the floor and promote books and meet fellow authors and community members who cherish art in every form. The gallery itself has the most exquisite art, jewelry and novelty items you could imagine. I loved all the different artwork the gallery had to offer and you will enjoy Penny who runs the gallery; she is the hostess with the mostest!!! If you're visiting or live on the island, this is a must visit, you'll be enchanted. *Sign up to be on their E-mail list for upcoming events. There's always something going on and sip and dips are every week.*

Great experience working with Penny and her team for our event at the gallery. We were pleased with…read morethe location, the service and the venue itself. We had a unique request which was accommodated with professionalism, hospitality, friendliness and understanding. We would definitely recommend Emerald C Gallery for events as the space was colorful and adorable for the artist lovers!

This is my 1st review on Yelp, and for good reason. This gallery really goes the extra mile. Jill…read morehas an uncanny eye for framing and what's needed to make your artwork or photo "Pop". Jill makes framing seem like an art in and of itself. Once in the frame, you can't imagine your chosen art piece outside of it. The frame not only becomes an extension of the piece but you start to get the feeling it can't live without it. Wood Gallery has been framing my favorite artwork and memories for the better part of a decade or more before having ever even stepped foot in her gallery, until last week. I was on vacation in San Diego, with the family, when we decided to go to Coronado for the day, so we decided to stop in for our 1st visit. WOW, I was amazed! I couldn't help but get the feeling that I was stepping into a museum not a storefront. It was such a pleasure to finally meet Jill in person. The gallery had several hand signed lithographs of one of my favorite artists, Picasso, along with plenty of traditional and contemporary original artwork by a range of local and international artists. Jill's staff was courteous, friendly and knowledgeable without a hint of attitude like so many other places. They have no problem with curious visitors who just want to walk in and take a look at the beautiful artwork. I will continue to have my framing done exclusively by Jill and her art gallery. Coronado turned out to be a great little stop on our visit to Southern California. Art and Frames by Wood Gallery is a must stop when in Coronado. Don't forget to ask for Jill!

Employees are very rude and uneducated. I watched them tell 2 guys to leave because they were…read morefilming outside their store, then called the cops on them. They did nothing wrong, or illegal. If this is how they want to represent their business, everyone should just stay away

I've been here several times and they always have interesting art pieces in rotation. But besides…read morethe artwork, the place it self is a great space for any art enthusiast. With its two-story open concept and brick walls, it has an urban yet elevated industrial vibe. I came here recently during Comic Con week and in addition to the modern pop art downstairs, I geeked out on the Marvel pieces upstairs. They featured the original comic books, time stone, orb, and a few life-sized Marvel super heroes. It was a treat and appropriate for Comic Con, of course! Can't wait to see which talented artists they'll feature at the gallery next.

Sparks Gallery is my favorite woman owned art gallery in San Diego. I'm an art lover...an…read moreaesthete...an artist at heart. I've been there a few times and finally decided to share my lovely experience with this art treasure located in Gaslamp. The beautiful gallery is inside an historic building featuring unique contemporary painting, sculpture, photography, and much more by a variety of local artists. We're often told great art speaks for itself...well, the art will speak for itself. You'll see a spectacular art selection being displayed on both levels (upper level is the solo exhibition) - the artwork captivating. The owner, Sonya Sparks, and staff are always welcoming and very helpful. Therefore, I highly recommend checking out Sparks Gallery.

What an amazing gallery, all of the pieces were unique. I just could not believe what some of the…read moreart was made of...things such as knives, forks, nuts, bolts, wrenches you name it it went into the artwork. There was even art made from old bullet casings. In addition there were carvings from various types of wood and paintings. The artwork consisted of anything and everything there was something for everyone. Definitely a neat little spot to visit whenever you're at Coronado.

There were so many amazing, interesting pieces here! I could stay there forever…read more The person there was very nice and we had good conversation. He told us about the artists, pointed out pieces he thought we would like, and was a pleasure to be around. There are prominent signs out front saying no food, drink, or cellphone use inside. I'm not sure why anyone would be surprised when asked to leave when ignoring those rules. It's pretty standard for most galleries. I will definitely be back when looking to redecorate. There are so many things I would love to showcase.

I've been very happy with Coronado Appraisals. They've helped me with a couple of things. The first…read morewas assistance in buying a pair of original sketches from a well-known artist. I had heard that fakes of this artist were pretty prevalent, so I contacted Coronado. They helped me verify the sketches were real. Their research was thorough, and I completed the purchase with peace of mind. Coronado also helped me with the restoration of an original painting that was damaged during a move. They explained to me ahead of time the restoration process. The work was excellent.

My father had two paintings appraised here 2012. one was appraised over $10K. Today, that same…read morepainting will only fetch $550. How can you be this far off? Incompetence?

We were invited to a preview party at the gallery. We promptly sent in RSVP including a few of our…read morefriends. The collection is called Imagine Dragons and are album covers for the band of the same name. We have been to other exhibits here and they never disappoint. Tim is extremely talented. It is definitely worth a visit.

My wife and I have been to this gallery many times and it always feels like we are in Europe at a…read morespecial museum. The quality and refinement of Tim's art is breathtaking and worth a stop even if just to raise your energy. They have items across all price points and for some it will pull you into a new world of fine art! The people that work there can tell you all the stories of his career and about his amazing wife Amy. I couldn't recommend this gallery more.

I stop by Coronado Ferry Landing from time to time because it's just one of those places that feels…read morerelaxing to walk around. I like that it's dog friendly since I usually come here with my dog, so you'll often see people out enjoying the area with their pets. The surrounding plaza has a nice mix of coffee shops, ice cream spots, waterfront restaurants, and small places to browse while taking in the view. There's also a grassy area that's well maintained and a nice spot to sit, relax, or just enjoy the scenery for a while. Parking is usually manageable with a decent amount of 2 hour and street parking available, but it can fill up pretty quickly.

Excellent site seeing trip on San Diego Bay at a minimum cost…read more This trip today cost $9 one way. End destination for this trip is Broadway Pier. There is at least one other destination so check the board before buying your ticket. I used a QR code at the landing to pay and it was super convenient. Just a few easy steps. The staff here are all very kind and helpful. The amenities are basic, but that's all you need for a short journey.

Chanced upon this marketplace concept hosted by Por Vida in the empty lot next to it after making a…read morerandom decision to travel deeper into the barrio instead of hopping on the freeway right away. It's a monthly event where local vendors come out to sell their hand-crafted items. Browse through jewelry, clothing, soaps, pinatas, and other vintage and re-purposed items. They even had a tarot card reader! Travel outside the lot and you'll also encounter a ton of street vendors. Get your tacos and tamals! Por vida is advertised to serve champurrado, Mexican hot chocolate in the thick form, but the tamal guy at his cart (called Tamales Pepe) served a pretty damn good version too. His chicken mole tamales at $3 each were also muy deliciosos! Such a festive & fun event! We went for their Christmas rendition called "Noche Buena" so there were lots of lights, Christmas trees, and garland everywhere. Be sure to following them on Facebook to learn about their next event. Careful with parking though; cars park in the center, turn section of the street, so travel down this road SLOWLY. Support local, support small businesses... always!

We walked into this place while we had some coffee next door at Por Vida. It's good to see some…read morecool crafty flea markets popping up around town. I've been a vendor in the past and always showcased our products at these type of markets in SF or LA due to the lack of them here. You've got everything from refurbished woodworks to handcrafted leather goods (notebooks, wallets, etc). Plenty of things to choose from for everyone. It seems like a fairly new spot so I'm sure more and more local artists and vendors will be showing up and making this a regular spot for the hipsters to be at.

I'm a bit bias in the review of this spot due to my appreciation of the arts in general and Chicano…read moreart in particular. In addition to that I gotta show love to a Chicano who commits himself so much to what he does that he is willing to take a risk and go for it by opening his own spot dedicated to the arts in barrio Logan. I say support this Chicano owned establishment in the barrio before it's too late and the rents are too high for working class people.

I am in love with this gallery! The couple that run it put their heart into their art and their…read morerelationship with artists and the local community of Barrio Logan. They have a variety of pieces and price ranges by different artists that have shown or are currently showing. Make sure to check out Chicano Art Gallery during an art opening or else you might have to make an appointment!