I took my grade two and three students on a field trip to the Leighton Art Centre and they loved…read moreit! It's quite out of town so when going you have to incorporate that into you time and make it a full day. We arrived and automatically went into the cabin where we would be doing our art. Our tour guide was Emma and she gave each of the students a notebook to keep and take home which they loved. She asked them to look around the room but they had to stay seated and draw an object or thing they could see from their seats. Then after they did it once they had to flip to the next page and find another object in the room and draw it and she gave them a time limit the first time of 5 minutes and only 3 minutes the second time to show how it gets harder. Some students were asking for erasers and she explained that they don't have erasers because they believe that artists don't make mistakes. Then they students started their clay projects making a landscape and they had lots of fun doing this. Then we had lunch in that same room after students cleaned up and then they had play time outside in the snow which the leader explained the boundaries they had to stay in and that all nature things including snow stay on the ground. Then we did a nature walk and then the students got to go through the Leighton house which they really enjoyed especially the room with the parrot and all the trees! Thank you Leighton Art Centre !

My friend's soon to be mother-in-law organized a bridal shower here. I've never been to…read moreMillarville....not gonna lie....didn't even know it even existed. It's a short drive south of Calgary. I used google maps to get me to the Leighton Art Centre. The drive there is beautiful. Lush rolling green hills and beautiful forests. I swear I was transported to an English countryside! If you like scenery, a summer drive in this area is highly recommended. Our art lesson was held in an original little school house, now an historical landmark, built in the 1950s. After our art lesson (which I determined I do not have a talent for lol) our instructor led us on a short nature walk up to the the Leighton House Museum. A beautiful home originally designed by Alfred Crocker Leighton that features much of the home's original furniture and the Leighton's personal belongings. The home also showcases AC Leighton's original artwork as well is now home to many local artists' work where they are displayed and for sale. The house is beautifully situated over looking a breathtaking view. The Leightons were dedicated to art and the art community, and I can see why artists come there to paint, there is so much inspiration all around you. Definitely worth the drive out there for the views alone, but the museum and learning a little bit of local history is a nice bonus too.

I have been in Bluerock Gallery two or three times. It is fantastic place. A lot of art choices and…read morevery friendly staff. If you are in Alberta and you like Art, I highly recommend to visit Bluerock Gallery one day and do not miss its painting, sculptures and cool artistic stuffs... Just say a hi there. They you will receive a lot :)

From the owner: Located in Black Diamond, Alberta near the Foothills of Kananaskis, Calgary and the Rocky Mountains…read morethe Bluerock Gallery is a beloved attraction for tourists and locals alike. We represent nearly 200 regional fine artists and craftspeople, mainly from within 100 miles (160 kms) of the Gallery and nearly all products are handmade. We specialize in high quality products of all sizes an prices including paintings, drawings, sculptures, hand blown glass, textiles, and ceramic art as well as unique cards and books, (including many local authors), baskets, pottery and accessories: jewelry, scarves, clothing, hats and much more. We also provide complementary gift wrapping and a personal shopper service and host various events such as Artist Receptions, artist demos and a weekly Drop-In Art Night (Thursdays from 6-9 pm). We hope you'll enjoy the drive (or the walk) and come to visit us regularly - we'll welcome you warmly!

Chelsea and I went out to Okotoks yesterday for the exhibit of For the Love of Shoes…read more The Art Gallery is deep on Railway Street, closer to the industrial end than the boutique shopping district. It's a quaint little spot. The exhibit was in the smaller room. The Art Gallery was housing a larger exhibit of pop art in the larger room but we didn't venture into there. The gallery typically features smaller exhibits by up-and-coming artists. I'm looking forward to the next showing, starting in November. It's called A Secondary Highway and features colour and black-and-white photography by Robert Scott who likes to take the road less travelled. Keep an eye out for more interesting exhibits at the OAG.

Awesome store- well worth the drive. I can always find the right gift for a friend or something…read morefor my home. Very eclectic mix and things you don't find anywhere else.

Beautiful and wide selection of art. Especially landscape art. Some prices are quite reasonable…read more Worth a stop. In Down town Calgary.

very nice and quality art is sold here,western art and contemporary art mixed but set nicely so you…read morecan appreciate both..Nicely decorated and spacious enough to stand back and enjoy with your eyes the fine works.Ive been to many galleries in the US and this one is as good.The staff are friendly and appreciate conversation and questions..They are also looking to add artists which is nice too..very nice place to visit...

I am extremely pleased with the art, quality and transaction with Alex. A little back story…read more.. while living in San Diego, I learned about Peter Lik after visiting one of his studios in La Jolla. The style and work was incredible, but the prices were outrageous... More than that however I did not personally connect with any of his pieces. I knew that I wanted this style artwork and I also wanted a piece that represented San Diego to me. While searching google for hours, I stumbled upon Alex's ebay page. I found an incredible piece taken on the shores of San Diego that really spoke to me. While the price was reasonable compared to PL's, it was still expensive relatively speaking and since the gallery is in Canada and I'm in the US, it made me very nervous to make this transaction. I looked to yelp and saw very few reviews, so I reached out to Alex directly. He was VERY responsive and sent me mock ups of how the piece would look on the wall. I also gave him measurements of the space and he customized the dimensions of the piece. I felt much more comfortable at that point and decided to order. Much to my surprise, the piece made it to Illinois 4 days after ordering! It came in a custom crate and was packed impeccably. I could not be more pleased! This piece is the centerpiece of our home.

I couldn't be happier with the beauty and quality of the piece I got from Alex. He packs his…read morepieces amazingly! It just so happened that Fed Ex dropped something heavy onto my print so it came damaged. I declined delivery and was thoroughly bummed. I called Alex immediately and told him of situation. Within a few days he sent me a new print. Unbelievable! He is so professional, understanding and really good at what he does! It was a true pleasure doing business with him. His photos are amazing and really fairly priced. Peter Lik ain't got nothing on Alex! Thanks Alex!

Master's Gallery sits gallantly on the corner of 21st and 4th St. And unlike other galleries that…read morecan be intimidating, warm staff actually welcomes you as soon as you enter this gallery. Both floors of MG feature some of the best art that Canada has to offer. The gallery is well laid out, pieces are well curated and there is a specific room dedicated solely to the thirty year history of the gallery featuring a 150 year span of the best pieces of MG's past. Well lit and spacious, a Fafard colt sculpture is in plain view in the far corner of one of the rooms. Amazing! Joe Fafard is a world renowned Saskatchewan artist who recently showed at the Glenbow Museum just last year and now a lucky Calgarian can actually purchase one of his pieces here. MG is one of the oldest galleries in the city and is unique in that it carries both historical and modern pieces. Their mandate is making gallery visiting fun, they encourage you to simply come in and look around. One of the nicest perks about MG is once you are set on a piece, MG will let you take it home for a trial run, and once you have purchased a piece and have outgrown it you are welcome to take it back to MG and trade it for another one. For this reason MG has a steady cliental base here in Calgary because they ensure that your art purchases coincide with the money that you have available and the pieces that are purchased are of value.

So far ... I'm not a buyer of Art. However, I frequent Art Galleries whenever I have an extra 20…read moreminutes ... and I'm strolling on the street and I find one. Masters is wonderful. It is located on a beautiful SW corner is trendy Mission. The staff are friendly, welcoming ... and if you are lucky & timing is right ... you might get a cookie or cup of tea.