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Just Looking Gallery

4.5 (19 reviews)
ModerateArt Galleries
Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Updated 3 weeks ago

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Steve Thomas' prints
Sophia C.

Loved this gallery! Thanks to Ken, I learned the coolest new fact ever. I broadcasted it in my social media and I am now going to do it on Yelp! I walked from the Mission towards the shopping arcade where Just Looking is. I first noticed the touring artwork that had a retro look/vibe that I was familiar with. Curious as ever, I wander in and that is when I met Ken. I told him that I was intrigued by the California tourism posters. He said they are by an artist, Steve Thomas. I would better recognize his work from National Park posters, Cliff Bars, and... Star Tours posters at Disneyland!! Yes. Of course. My mind was BLOWN! I completely geeked out because I love National Parks AND Star Wars! Unfortunately they were sold out of Star Wars prints, but duly noted for next time. The prints of all the California destinations was definitely my favorite works in the gallery. To be quite honest, I don't recall what other artwork there was. Steve Thomas totally grasped my attention. In the end, I told Ken that I can definitely see this gallery in Orange County in Laguna Beach and Corona Del Mar. I hope they end up venturing out this way. That would surely make my day and give me a good reason to revamp my wall art at home!

Tim Huhn
Scott D.

I always enjoy happening across a gallery I hadn't expected to visit. What was supposed to be a little walking before the train home turned into a happy surprise at Just Looking Gallery. There's definitely enough art inside that a brief morning just wouldn't cut it for a full walk through. I'll have to do some reading up on their artists before I go back - and plan a day around it.

Original fashion art work we purchased
Andy R.

Until recently I believed this to be a tourist gallery. After all, they have "artwork" of the city and places of the Central Coast. Imagine my surprise when we traveled downtown and saw original fashion art by Gregory Weir-Quiton. These are the original artwork for Bullocks in Los Angeles. My wife fell in love with one graphic and had to have it for her office. If you are on Higuera Street, do wander in as you may be pleasantly surprised too.

Stevie was extremely helpful and moved the paintings around so I could see how they would look next to each other.

I have nothing but good things to say about this art gallery and the people who work there. Growing up in the area, I have always seen this art gallery and the paintings done by Steve Thomas so when I moved into a new house I knew I wanted some paintings from here. Stevie, the manager, and Ralph, the owner, were both extremely helpful and went above and beyond in helping me pick what paintings I wanted. I was originally planning on buying only 3 paintings but ended up buying more. Stevie rearranged the paintings on the wall so I could see what ones looked best next to each other and gave me his suggestions. I am very happy with my purchases and will definitely be buying more paintings from here in the future.

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11 months ago

what a awesome place, fantastic variety of art and artist. Must checkout if in this area.

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9 years ago

Really great gallery. Loved so much of the stock. Vintage style posters, cool graphics. Inviting ambiance. Helpful staff.

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