First time visiting the Blum Gallery in Los Angeles. I came specifically for the Yoshimoto Nara…read moreexhibition: My Imperfect Self which runs from Jan. 18- March 22, 2025. Pros: -free parking lot. If by any chance that lot is full, there is 2 hour free street parking directly outside of the parking lot. I visited on a Friday a little after 2pm and parking was still available in the lot -the Yoshimoto Exhibit was in two different sections. One was in the main area by the gift shop area and the other you had to exit the building and walk through the garden (that is where the large painting is on display) -the exhibit was free! They do have a little gift shop area where you could purchase things like books, tote bags, hats and postcards. Cons: -none! Overall, an enjoyable experience. Because there weren't descriptions of the art pieces, my visit was brief. However, glad I got to see this exhibit.

Huge fan of the free admission LOL…read more it's very spacious and quiet, i came when there was the yoshitomo nara exhibit! i liked the selection of merch they had in their small bookstore, i got a very nice tote of the nara exhibit for like $20. lowkey not a fan of the security guard following me thru the rooms like i am not going to steal anything. those nara sculptures were minimum 4 feet tall do you think i could've fit that in my baguette bag. one star off for that bc they had cameras like just check me thru those

We had a lot of fun at this art gallery. First the art show we saw "Creepy Cute" was so unique,…read moreadorable, and whimsical. It was fun to walk around and look at all of the interesting art work. The staff at WWA Gallery were very friendly and nice. They served wine and beer and an assortment of snacks. There was lots of room to walk around. And standing tables to enjoy my wine and chat with friends. A very nice way to get some artistic culture while in Culver City. WWA Gallery is very unique and very welcoming and friendly to the public. It was a very enjoyable evening.

Big fan of this gallery. I was here this past weekend for their "I Believe in Unicorns, too"…read moreexhibit and I loved the layout and openness of the space. Some galleries, you're surrounded by amazing art- but it's hard to see it because you're jam packed like sardines. I felt like there was plenty of room to walk, mingle and hang out without being on top of each other. Besides the featured gallery, the venue hosts a variety of other artists' pieces in the back and side areas. Once we were done taking in all of the unicorn pieces, we got to enjoy the rest of what the place had to offer. Now, there aren't a TON of other pieces, but there are little sections dedicated to smaller shows with a variety of different themes. Based on some of the advertisements for upcoming shows- it looks like they host a good mix of themes while supporting smaller artists in the process. Being opening night, the staff really had their stuff together. It seemed like a lot of people were purchasing prints, but it was very organized and everything was quick. They set up an awesome photo area with a man dressed in a unicorn for patrons to take photos with and offered some complimentary wines for you to sip on while perusing. I loved this area of Culver City, too. I've never been down here, but liked there were a ton of restaurants and bars in the area to go before/after. Parking is a cinch- just park on the street nearby (just watch the signs) as most of the street parking is free after 8PM. If you're unlucky- they do have lots all over for a small fee. I will be back!

I finally got to visit our hidden local gem, the Wende Museum, which specializes in Cold War…read moreartifacts and history. What a fascinating place! The museum is housed in such beautiful architecture, and there are so many interesting artifacts and stories to explore. They also regularly host community events, which makes the museum feel like more than just a place to look at exhibits. We attended a big band concert there and had a blast. It was such a fun and unexpected way to experience the space. And what's even better? It's a free museum! You can learn more about Cold War history, explore fascinating artifacts, and attend community events without spending a dime. Definitely a hidden gem worth discovering, especially if you're looking for something educational, unique, and fun to do locally.

Wish it was possible to add 1/2 stars since I'd rate this museum 4 1/2 stars for the beauty of its…read morespace - especially the landscaped gardens-and the staff who are super friendly and helpful to visitors. On my first visit, the Culver City Book Fair was occupying the back garden space and it was a lot fun to walk through browsing through books and chatting to publishers. The museum itself was a hodge podge of Cold War artifacts (statues, Soviet books, assorted items like cameras and recording machines and mementoes) displayed along with art on the walls. Local California-artists are sometimes represented with their photographs and painting also taking up space during some of their special exhibits, as the curators try to align the theme of communism with left-wing ideas of social justice and racial discrimnation. Beyond the art on the walls, however, and far more interesting, are LOTS of special events and regular programs like (free) yoga, meditation, lectures/talks, amazing jazz music on certain evenings. The museum sends out a newsletter monthly listing all the upcoming events. All in all a fantastic (cost-free) resource for the Culver City community and for the Westside of LA in general.

Tiny gallery but one of my favorites to visit. Parking is fairly easy but when they do shows during…read morethe weekends it can get super packed inside. There's a great, rotating roster of artists that show here and I don't mind making the hour long drive into the depths of LA to enjoy my brief visits to this place. There's a bathroom and they serve wine occasionally so it's a win win. It always feels like a laid back but interesting experience.

Cool place with great exhibits. Def put on the list of go to galleries. There's also some really…read morecool collector's comic and retro art in a smaller room of the gallery. Cool peeps as well.

Went back a year later to see different artists and it was well worth the repeat visit!…read more Because it was a holiday weekend, most locals were out of town so parking was easy in the lot. Also just happened to visit a gallery the day before the closing date of the three artists, so they invited us to the closing! So much personal attention, and they took the time to give background on all the artists. Stopped by the store and meandered around the new exhibits until my artist friend found the perfect gift for an upcoming birthday! Will make an effort to come visit more often because the artists and exhibitions change constantly and they're is always something to suit every taste.

Was attending for over 2 decades. It was an amazing microcosm of art practice and humanity to hold…read moredeep cultural conversations. It would be a great loss if it were confirmed for redevelopment impacting gallery tenants.

I have been putting off framing several prints forever, and after getting laid off a few months…read moreago, I found myself with some extra time. Three of the prints I brought in were from my friend Brian Viveros and extremely precious to me. He personally recommended I come here because it's now where he gets all his stuff framed. How could I not trust the artist himself? The staff were so lovely and knew exactly who Brian was, and recommended options in the styles he prefers so it would really pair well with the print. It took about a week and very reasonably priced for the amazing work they did. Parking is a bit challenging here, but I think just plan for that ahead of time. I went right at time of opening and got a spot right in front of the store. Happy to support a family-owned business and will continue to recommend them, and use them for any new artwork I acquire in my future.

We use Sherman Gallery for all of our art framing needs. From small, simple prints to paintings,…read morethey make everything look absolutely perfect to elevate special spots in our home. Dena Sherman has an artist's eye for selecting the best mats and frames to create an amazing look that we love. We trust her good judgment and she curates looks that we would never come up with by ourselves. Her crew is also talented, professional and friendly. The Gallery has a vast multitude of frames and mats to create the perfect look for your art and photography. Definitely stop by and see what they can do for you.

They have some really amazing gifts and home goods in this store, even if it is a bit bougie and…read moreoverpriced.

Beautiful designs and layout of the store. Wonderful for gifts, design, linens, glassware, bags…read moreand clothing.

This specialty paper shop is a find and gift for anyone who does paper art, bookmaking or any art…read moreor craft that uses paper. It's a one-of-a-kind place that is great to shop on line and even better in person.

Great spot for getting wood, special and fruit paper. Cool kites and arts supplies. Small business…read moreowned and nicely woven. A little pricy but the quality is high tier

*** I returned this year for my 2nd visit. ***…read more I enjoyed 2011 Walk more than last year. Art walk was scheduled 2-8pm and there were many ppl still perusing when I left at 7:45pm, so I concluded it was successful. Bradford Stewart Gallery remains my fave. He has gotta modern day Jackson Pollock kind of style: paint spillings and platterings to make interesting faux landscape images. *** A nice way to spend a Sat afternoon. ***

The Culver City Art Walk only happens once a year. This year it was Saturday, June 4th. Such a…read moreshame because there were some talented artists. No wannabes, no hipsters, No "starving" artists. Real people with real talent. Let's get things straight. All galleries on La Cienega Blvd. are Los Angeles galleries. All galleries on Washington Blvd. are Culver City galleries. All galleries are apart of the Culver City Art walk. Culver City galleries offer free wine and snacks. I didn't see any of that at the Los Angeles ones. Each gallery had a number in the window so you knew you were at the right place. It was so much fun to gallery "hop" to all the galleries because they were so close to each other. I felt like I was going door to door like on Halloween. Lol. My favorite galleries were George Billis Gallery, JK Gallery, and Bradford Steward gallery. Others were good, but they didn't have the wow factor. The gallery hoppers at this Art Walk were older and lots of families brought their kids. In other words, it's an all ages event. There were a couple of food trucks. I stopped by Coolhaus and there were a few bars and cafes nearby for a quick bite to eat. I didn't see any parking structures. So you can find free parking in the surrounding neighborhoods. :) http://www.ccgalleryguide.com/