As part of Belmar Block 7, Valkarie Gallery is an intimate space that offers artists the…read moreopportunity to share their work and passion with the world. We visited for the opening of Heidi Snyder's and Dorothy DePaulo's "Wild in the City!" and were pleased to view not only all of their incredibly detailed drawings, but the eclectic works of the other artists featured on the other side of the gallery (not part of the show). The partitions created additional viewing space but made for a tight squeeze once all of the gallery goers filed in. I feared for some of the delicate works of art! It'd be nice to come back during regular hours (and not First Friday!) to spend more time studying each piece.

Valkarie Gallery is a great space on the Belmar artists' block. The work here is whimsical and…read moreunique, and Valerie, the owner, is a kind and always a pleasure to talk to. I highly recommend this gallery!

Leon began life in August 2011 as a commercial gallery, but has morphed into a nonprofit arts…read moreorganization as of July 2018. It continues to present regular art exhibitions, but also offers all sorts of intimate musical events, fashion, lectures, poetry, book launches, and use as a charming event space. The building dates to the 1890s and has served many functions including a flower shop, a yoga studio, the first location of Denver Free University, and a photography studio. It's conveniently located in the heart of the Uptown neighborhood. Parking can be a little tricky, but there is usually a spot to find within a block or two and if you've got parking karma--right in front. I'd call the art that Leon presents eclectic. Some of it I like, some I hate, but it's always thought-provoking and occasionally inspiring. Leon tries to find emerging and underrepresented artists, but also provides a space for established artists to experiment in a way that's difficult at more commercial galleries. Leon's motto is, "Outliers Change the World," and long-time director, Eric Nord, strives to do that. Leon is an interesting part of the Denver arts scene and is worth many visits.

Only ten blocks from the zoo and right by restaurant row, Leon gallery sits in a great location…read morealong Park Ave in Uptown. The location makes it an excellent stop after dinner and a day around town or before a night out at the local pubs. Walking in, you'll find a cozy gallery perfectly suited for smaller exhibitions. It's small size affords good, friendly communication between the patrons and allows for conversation with the artists. The brick walls are an idyllic backdrop for the different works of art rotating through. While it's slated as a venue for emerging artists, some are already well on their way. This venue has a great location, brings in quality local works of art, and will make for a fun evening out.

Alto has moved from its rather odd location in a hallway at the RiNo Art Park to a more formal…read moregallery space in the new Walnut Flats Apartments at 38th and Walnut. The gallery is still operated by the non-profit Birdseed Collective and dates back to 2016 with a modest space in the Berkeley neighborhood. It moved to the Art Park in 2021 and relocated here in July 2026. The gallery shows emerging and established contemporary artists with a strong focus on local talent, BILPOC, and diverse individuals. A variety of community programming includes workshops, demonstrations, performances, and artist talks, in addition to receptions for continuing monthly exhibitions. The new location provides much more high-quality exhibition space plus a large studio/workshop area. The only downside is that parking is a little tricky in this area with many busy streets intersecting and a lot of continuing construction underway. The art shown here varies widely in quality, given the nature of the gallery's mission, but shows are often interesting and thought-provoking. It is certainly worth fighting the traffic to check things out. An early weekend afternoon might be a good time to find a more peaceful atmosphere in this area.

Very impressed! We visited this gallery on a First Friday, and the group was mesmerized by the far…read moreout surreal art on display by an artist GILLES! Really trippy Man Ray meets Dali meets Disney/Pixar. Loved it! The art gave our group tons of discussion fodder. The quality of the art was some of the best I have found in Denver, and the proprietor was incredibly knowledgeable and took time to educate us and show us additional work that was not on display. I will be making a point to return to this studio for every show. What a gem!

I love this small, contemporary gallery. Robin Rule has an interesting point of view, and really…read moreknows her stuff. The gallery has the clean, modern interior required to display contemporary pieces so they capture all the viewer's attention. But it's a friendly place, not cold or uninviting -- you'll be greeted by one or more friendly dogs when you walk in the door.

This space includes art galleries on the main floor and basement plus separately managed rental art…read morestudios on the second floor. Each artist rents a section of wall space and has autonomy in selecting which pieces to display. The gallery owner provides professional management for the overall facility. The space was run under the name, "Grace Gallery Fine Art," since 2007, but in recent years (2005/2006) the owner became ill and could no longer provide management. Things went into limbo until one of the long-time exhibitors and studio tenants, Rich Guarneros (Richard Raul Photography), stepped up to purchase the business and sign a new lease on April 1, 2026. The gallery has been renamed, but is pretty much humming along as in the past, although Rich has added over ten new artists and has built additional exhibit space. One unique feature of the gallery is the beautiful patio to the south which is a quiet place to rest, occasionally hosts a musical performance, and displays sculptures and other outdoor works. The main gallery spaces host about 30 artists showing paintings of all sorts, photography, handcrafted jewelry, raku, pottery, works in wood, metal, and bronze plus basketry and fiber arts. Many styles and techniques are represented in a fairly wide price range. NEO Art Studios on the second floor has been run for 26 years by Chris Schrank and features studio and exhibit space for himself, Rich Guarneros, and three other artists. This is an interesting, unique gallery in which to see a wide variety of Colorado art. Don't miss the basement and don't forget NEO Art Studios upstairs.

Interesting exhibit this evening. Kyle Vincent Singer's first solo in Denver. He collects discarded…read morematerials to repurpose and manipulate them into bright colors and sculptural objects. His goal is to find the moment when "more" becomes "too much." I'm not sure if he achieved too much as the objects fit nicely into the gallery to create a colorful and innovative whole.

Robert Anderson has been a long-time Denver gallerist with a unique focus on fine art photography…read more He unfortunately closed the gallery at the beginning of the pandemic in 2020. A new space recently became available just a couple of doors east of the previous location and Robert seized the opportunity to reopen in April 2025. The new gallery is a bit smaller than in the past, but an old and tired storefront has been thoroughly remodeled to provide a clean and elegant gallery space. There's a very nice mix of historic and contemporary photography plus a few non-photographic fine art pieces that have caught Robert's eye. He has excellent taste and the refreshed gallery is well worth a visit.

A great gallery. It is light filled, with high ceilings! The building itself profiles great old…read moreDenver architecture. The current show on Cuba is well curated featuring different artist's work including Tony Ortega, Sylvia Montero and Cyrus McCrimmon.

There is a POP gallery in NYC that I really enjoy. This one is a little different, of course,…read morebeing in Denver, and was set up more like an art shop than an organized gallery, but represented a lot of different artists and styles. Brass sculptures, mixed media, abstract art, art inspired by Cubism. They also have jewelry. I am sad to see from the previous review that there is a basement that I totally missed. Another stop in the Santa Fe art district that could be part of a whole day adventure.

Love, love, love this gallery! It is always a must when on Santa Fe, or exploring the Denver art…read morescene, especially for First Fridays. The art is astounding and the gallery feels like a fun maze that goes on forever, always with something new to explore. The basement is one of my favorites because you would never know it was there. Then you step into it and never want to leave! Truly cannot pass by this place and not go in when we are in the area. Highly recommend supporting this local spot.