We were there for The Festival of Arts show and I expected more considering all the hype. The…read moreprices were extremely high and I get that this is how they make a living. The best part was the weather was nice. Fairhope art show is much better with much more choices.

A FREE community art center located in Orange Beach. Right near the Senior center, open…read moreMonday-Friday & offering free events often. A large gallery inside to stroll around and look at art along with a gift shop with creations by local artists. Outside a glassblowing and pottery studio offering classes to create your own artwork & take home! Located right on the water, I recommend strolling around the grounds and walking down the pier, with beautiful views of the bay.

As I walked around Ocean Springs, I stopped into this lovely, high-end gallery. Despite the fact…read morethat I looked a bit bedraggled from a sudden rain storm, the staff was lovely and very accommodating. This former house makes a great showplace for a variety of art. There is everything from fine oils to watercolors to pottery to clothing to jewelry (they carry NO mignon faget). There is something for just about everyone here. There was no hard sells and the staff was very knowledgeable about the artists and their art. There is even a space in the back for an artist in residence to paint while visitors watch. No one was painting on the sleepy Thursday morning when I stopped in but the easel and a work in progress were set up.

Great art by great artists. Lots of beautiful pieces from fine art to great ceramics and glass art…read more You can make it a one stop and pick up some high quality art supplies. And a great staff to help you find your favorite artist or art supplies. Can't go wrong stopping by and checking this unique place out!

Great class options for adults as well as kids of (almost) all ages! Conveniently located, large…read morespace, great teachers, and fun people! I'm taking my first pottery class here and looking fwd to every Saturday afternoon!

My family signed up for a private lesson in ceramics. Emily was our instructor and she was perfect…read more She is a natural born teacher who has found her niche at First City. Her patience and encouragement were boundless.

Beautiful gift shop located on a main street in Ocean Springs that has locally made works of art…read more Wide aisles to move around, well organized, friendly employees. I did not buy anything on my first visit here, but I will be back! Everything seemed reasonably priced and very good quality.

They've got great saltwater taffy! Cute scenery & shop, located in the center of downtown!read more

Just went there for the first time. When you pull into the parking, there's a bubble machine…read moreblowing bubbles everywhere! Love it! This store is very unique and special. There is so much to look at and 5 different rooms. So many things to choose from and everything is made from local artists. The gal working there was named Barbara and she was so friendly and helped me find exactly what I was looking for. I'll definitely going back and telling everyone.

Stopped in again September 2015. We would not make it before they closed and the shop owner waited…read morefor me. I make a lot of handmade items and get around with others that do as well. I am continually amazed at the beautiful unique items in this place year after year. I always go in thinking.."I won't spend much, I've been here many times and I've seen it all!" So NOT true! It is obvious to me they are continually getting new items in and they are high quality, handcrafted items-not things you will see just anywhere. If I lived in Pensacola, this would be my primary stop for gifts!

My family and I have done business with Mr. Campbell for years and have always had the best…read moreexperience. His craftsmanship and attention to detail is impeccable , add on that he's very professional and time worthy of his product makes this shop a worth visiting for any of your art and framing needs. Thanks Marty always a pleasure

Great selection of local art, with personal and quick service. Everything is high-quality and…read morethey'll work with your input. Cynthia has a true artist's eye. We had a project and let her run with it and we couldn't be more pleased. We have several pieces of Marty's own work. Framing is a great experience with input being given along each step of the way. Artglass is highly recommended--it looks fantastic. All of my gallery-submitted pieces have been framed here. Great quality for affordable prices.

I originally became aware of these folks on Facebook and have since attended one of their classes…read more I signed up online and got everything communicated to me nicely via messenger. At Southern Grace Creations they offer art classes dealing with glass and resin, door hangers, canvases, and more. Classes for adults and children, beginner to advanced, and they supply everything you will need to make your art piece: (canvas, window or picture frame, paint, glass, shells, sand, glitter, resin, etc.) Some people choose to bring trinkets like a special sea shell, sand dollars, starfish, small beach wood, necklace, broach, etc. (you can also bring other materials, including canvas and art supplies if you desire) I showed up and was welcomed by Bobbie, the instructor, and since this was my very first time working with resin she was very patient, explained everything about the process, and guided me along nicely. You can choose from either doing your project on canvas or on a framed glass, I chose canvas. (other options available) You pick the size of canvas or size and style of frame and you're ready to go. There's a big variety of crushed glass, shells, and all sorts of materials to put on your project and you can paint it first or work with a blank slate. (stencils are also available if you need them) I chose to draw and paint a basic sky, water, and beach background then cover it in different colors of glass with some shells. After your project is complete Bonnie instructs you how to properly cover it in resin, it's pretty cool. Since it takes 3+ days to cure or set you will need to come back to pick it up, and that's it. Aprons and plenty of space is provided. Bottom line: It's especially easy with Bobbie's patient direction and you can make something that's just fun or make a family heirloom. Recommended!!!! 314 Greeno Rd Fairhope, AL 270-314-3318 https://www.facebook.com/southerngracecreationsfairhope/ https://www.glartent.com/US/Fairhope/100258254819309/Southern-Grace-Creations