What an amazing gallery. I visited several galleries while in the Carmel area and Gallery by the…read moreSea was by far my favorite. The photographs on the wall were simply incredible. Beautiful images and masterfully printed. I spent a while in the gallery just admiring the images. All of Mike's image were instantly recognizable. Cannot say enough good things about the artistry and the friendly feeling of this gallery. From the moment we walked into the gallery we were made to feel at home. Mike and Elizabeth were perfect hosts and allowed us to browse at our leisure. The were instantly available for questions and we felt like long-time friends from the moment we met them. This is a must stop if you are in the area, Thank you Mike and Elizabeth for making our time at your gallery more memorable. Elizabeth, we actually took your advice and ate on the Wharf in Monterey on Thanksgiving Day.

I actually loved this place as a nice little cafe lunch spot. The service was quick and the food…read morewas good - pretty views from the patio & staff was sweet. It's very much a light lunch spot but they have things like salads, wraps, burgers, etc. A good little break from the deli market sandwiches without breaking the bank!

Ben provides insight into the artists, but also how to best match a piece or transition from one…read morestyle to another within the same room. Although I don't care what anyone thinks of the inside of my house, this type of consideration would be extremely valuable for those feeling nervous and judged about what art goes on their walls. Excellent, affordable selection!

I have visited their sister gallery in Palm Desert so decided to visit the Carmel gallery. A great…read moreselection of incredible art on display. Friendly staff on the premises to help you and answer questions about the works of art. Very interesting how the sales person explained how some of the paintings were done. One of my favorite being a modern art piece of brlliant colors blended together, that was created by being inspired by his wife"s colorful garden. Some of the paintings actually looked more like a real photograph than a painting. Such amazing talent. I really love this gallery.

Many of the local artists featured in this gallery are foundational to understanding Carmel's…read moreartistic origins. Nothing wrong with people wanting to spend their money on fancy clothes and whatnot, but other than the beautiful natural area, the local artists is what's it's all about! Deep selection in the stacks, not just what's on the walls.

Lots of great local artists and amazing works covering many different scenes, topics, animals, etc…read more Great layout and location if you are in DT Carmel. Take a visit, it's free to look.

Not much to say here except we've worked with Bret at Zantman for a number of years now and they…read morehave been fantastic. The art is varied, they bring new styles into the gallery and at all times the entire staff have been more than accommodating so I couldn't recommend then high enough. We've even been invited to artist parties and not got ejected for wearing jeans so that's also a major plus :-)

Walk down any street in downtown Carmel and swing a soap-on-a-rope you'll likely hit the window of…read morean art gallery. Once in awhile one or two pieces might catch my eye when I walk by, but really nothing I wanted to pursue or check out further. Then I happened to walk by Zantman and was was transported to that spot that art lovers have described but which I've never experienced till then. For me, the art was moving, moody and drew me in to a story I hadn't yet told or heard. The gallery owner was welcoming and didn't make me feel like I was out of my league. Sadly, I don't have the art lover's budget, but if I did, this is where I'd spend it.

This gallery is exceptional and features some truly unique pieces of art. I've been to many…read moregalleries across the US, Canada, and the UK and this one gallery truly stood out to me with the pieces they showcase. The director was extremely knowledgeable, happy, and excited to talk about the artists she features. She was very knowledgeable about the process the artists' use to create the paintings showcased. She herself is a customer of a few of these artists, giving her the ability to speak on how the pieces personally affect her and the guests she invites into her home. What I really appreciated about the director was how protective she is about her artists' work. She does not allow any photography in the gallery and keeps a careful eye on the works displayed so that artists aren't unfairly copied. Her knowledge of and fierce devotion to the artists in this gallery really made an impression on me and puts this gallery as a top favorite. I would return and purchase works of art from this gallery.

My girlfriend and I recently visited Gallery Rue Toulouse in Carmel on Saturday, September 5, 2026,…read moreat approximately 12:30 p.m. Unfortunately, our experience was very disappointing. When we entered the gallery, we observed an older Caucasian woman, who appeared to be a staff member, standing at the register and conversing with two older Caucasian male customers who were leaning against the register area. As my girlfriend and I walked through the gallery viewing the artwork, we approached a section of art located behind the register area. It is important to note that this is an open gallery space, and there were no barriers, signs, or other indications that visitors were prohibited from walking through that area. As we were looking at the artwork, the staff member suddenly spoke to us in a loud and aggressive tone, saying, "Ugh, excuse me, you cannot walk behind me." She then attempted to block our path and added, "You know what, just go. You're there already anyway," while rolling her eyes before returning to her conversation with the two men. As we continued looking at the artwork, she then stated, "I already have PTSD. You never know when these people are going to put a gun to your head," and proceeded to laugh with the two men she had been speaking with. My girlfriend and I were shocked and confused by these comments. We were the only people of color in the gallery at the time, and both of us are Mexican. What made the interaction particularly concerning was that the two men had been standing directly alongside the register without issue, yet we were treated as though our presence behind the register area was suspicious or threatening despite there being no indication that the area was restricted and what I find funny is little does she know I am in law enforcement. The comment about not knowing when "these people" might "put a gun to your head" felt especially inappropriate and alarming given the context. Whether intended or not, it left us feeling singled out, unwelcome, and uncomfortable as the only people of color in the gallery. We visited the gallery expecting to enjoy and appreciate the artwork, but instead left feeling disrespected and disturbed by the behavior we experienced. We hope gallery management takes these concerns seriously and ensures that all visitors are treated with courtesy, professionalism, and respect.

I stopped by on my way to the Tuck Box when i saw this beatiful gallery. Many beatiful works of art…read morein many mediums. My favorite were the amazing oil paintings. Such brilliant colors on canvas, these artists are truly talented. Next time in Carmel i will go later in the day so i can go inside and view more artwork.

Fabulous location and extremely professionally-managed. Exquisite offerings by high-quality…read moreartists. Nearly 50 years of the same, high-quality and highly-ethical ownership speaks volumes for this splendid gallery. ALL work is the best available in the area! I'm not a pushover, by any means ("New York savvy"), but this place is AMONG THE BEST!

Stumbled upon this gallery during Monterey car week and found some new favorite artists and old…read morefavorites. Judith at the Main Street gallery showed us around and gave us some great information and then walked us up to their other building (about 2 blocks up the street) where we met her husband who was running that portion of the gallery. Beautiful art here. I found a new favorite sculptor and many more artists. Definitely stop by. There is a multitude of art styles so your bound to find something that fits your fancy.

We were moving to the Bay Area a few years ago. We were putting offers on homes... we had our…read moresculpture garden already imagined. We put a downpayment of $5000 dollars on a sculpture... within a year... everything fell apart... mother diagnosed w terminal cancer... we had to abandon our dreams and move to Southern California... where mom then passed away... followed by dad... then more life happened... to this day... they have not returned our deposit. Do yourselves a favor - avoid Sanya and her business as they do not operate within ethical boundaries. They refuse to refund our $5k!!!

This unique gallery in beautiful, picturesque "Carmel by the Sea" is home to some of the most…read moreexquisite art work in the world! Please help Gallery Sur find a new home for these treasures - your home! PS. Ask about the lost work of Gedion Nyanhongo!

I was very impressed with the large ocean photos images in this gallery, they must be at least 7ft…read morex? ft. They are simple, just water and sky. This photographer must have spent years at the ocean's edge to capture so much variety of light and color. I have no idea what these beauties might have cost. I just enjoyed the looking at them. The stone sculptor exhibit complimented the ocean edge images and the other large images on the walls. The dogs that work in the gallery are good looking and well behaved. The people in the gallery seem nice.

Tamara is brilliant, the paintings and ambiance are sublime…read more Simply the best gallery in Carmel.

My favorite art gallery in Carmel. They have many unusual paintings and carry artists rarely seen…read moreelsewhere. We enjoyed the sculptures and some of the artists were quite unusual, like Laura Durgaryan, who uses checkerboard elements in her paintings in a very pleasing way. We will be back for sure!