We contacted Carole LaMarche at Picture This Framing & Gallery to inquire about purchasing a…read morepainting by the artist, Maurade Baynton. Ms. LaMarche is the perfect representative for their artists. The picture was shipped to the West Coast of the US, and she made the process easy and seamless. That painting now hangs over our fireplace, and it is perfect. Carole worked closely with us and the artist as an intermediary as we worked through the process of commissioning two paintings. She coordinated phone meetings and made sure our concerns were pointed out to the artist and hers to us. She worked closely with us in selecting frames and matting. Thank you, Carol, and thank you, Maurade. Regards, Tom & Nancy Conner

This Sherwood Park gallery features some beautiful and inspired art objects, paintings and…read morereproductions. From the outside, you can see some large-canvas paintings that are colourful and eye-catching, nicely displayed and inviting. There are two large presentation rooms, the smaller of which features bear statues by Vance Theoret, who sculpts with soapstone, slate, chlorite and Kissi stone, and works with lots of subjects, but his bears are his favourite ... and it shows. They're playful and embody an innocence and curiosity that are almost human-like. There are lots of other original works by a variety of artists. As I'm not much of an art connoisseur, I didn't recognize most, but know the names Robert Bateman and Trisha Romance, whose giclees (high quality reproductions) and limited edition prints are available here. I think sometimes they come buy originals. It's a lovely show space, and there's something for every aesthetic, from landscape and abstract to fantasy and realism. The shop's been around for almost 30 years and has a solid reputation in the art business.

I've been to this gallery twice in my life. The first time I came to see a friend's watercolor…read morepaintings. He was part of a showcase with another artist. This time I came to see an Art Mentorship Exhibition called "New Voices 1" at the Visual Arts Alberta- CARFAC Project Space. This exhibit featured work by Sofia Cristanti, Yong Fei Guan and Keita Kwame Kankam. The art gallery is on the 3rd floor. You could either take the stairs or the elevator. There were 2 main rooms showcasing these "New Voices 1" artists. The visual art pieces were made with a variety of media such as acrylic on canvas, soapstone on marble and ink on rice paper. The art was well lit and the pieces were spaced adequately apart. Across the hall there were another 2 rooms featuring very thought provoking pieces by Emily Jan and Timmy MacDonald. Emily Jan's piece called "After the Hunt" was stunning. She had made animal carcasses with felt material and displayed them on an elaborate banquet table. I loved how you could walk around the large table to take in the little details. Timmy MacDonald had a piece showing a raw tree trunk placed on top of a processed piece of lumber called "Simple Perversion." I found the visual art amazing! I am not an art expert but I do appreciate various forms of art. I found myself having discussions about what might've inspired the artists to make particular artistic choices. It's a great way to enjoy art and to share ideas! . I love that this is a public gallery and that it is run by artists. It's very accessible. I didn't have to pay an entrance fee. There was a donation box inside. It's great to see places like this where artists can be supported by our community. I really enjoyed coming here!

I love this place for weekly nude life drawing sessions. I have been to 6 in total and the models…read moreare wonderful. Male and Females. One of the male models, Mike, can do some really awesome poses and he is also really nice to look at and draw if you know what I mean! I will come back for more and really enjoy the art experience.

The Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts is both a studio and a gallery. The studio portion features…read moreclasses for adults with developmental disabilities. The Stollery Gallery features exhibits from local artists at all different levels. Professional artists lead the classes and run the Centre. It's great art, a great cause, and a great place to visit.

Their gallery was open for Artworks Festival. The layout was great. As you walked in you just…read morefollowed the wall. The host was well informed. I am interested in checking out the rest of the work done a Nina Hagerty when they reopen in August as they are closed for their summer break.

#City Yoga X community workout…read more Got to participate in this yoga drop-in hosted by City Yoga at the Front Gallery. The gallery is a small place but has some really neat, interesting art pieces that I believe are from local artists...? Anyways it was neat to do yoga here and thankfully wasn't too full or it would have been difficult with trying not to accidentally kick a paint frame off the wall... The yoga class was a great hips-focused workout taught by Christina, who also teaches out of Moksha Yoga. As for City Yoga X, see below link to learn more about the group initiative to explore our awesome city while practicing yoga ‍ https://www.cityyogax.com ~Namaste~

The Front Gallery features more abstract contemporary art than does its neighbour, the West End…read moreGallery. It's a totally different feel here; some would say it's less pretentious. I just say it's more laid-back. They feature paintings, drawings, and mixed media art here. You can also purchase art cards as something smaller if you want. Prices here are generally less than you would see at the West End Gallery, but I didn't really like the art they were featuring at the moment. My overall impression of this gallery was dashed away as soon as I stepped through the door and smelled cigarette smoke. Honestly, I think it's one of the worst smells ever. Sorry if that sounds pretentious. Apparently the art dealer was smoking in the back, and hurried out to the front to assure me she was in the shop, then went back. I couldn't hold my breath for too long, and wasn't enjoying the gallery anyway, so I left soon after that. I don't think I'll be going back.

I don't buy a lot of stuff here, but it's the first place I go when I need anything crafts-y like…read more The coolest thing I bought was fabric printer paper. I like paint pens as well. I have not been to any of their art classes, but they always look well attended. The angle parking out front is always full. There is so much stock in there, it's overwhelming, but the staff is very helpful. It's technically off Whyte Ave, but I'm adding it to my cool East Whyte ave list.

I enjoy abstract painting and a little sketching here and there. If I am on Whyte Avenue and need…read morebrushes, pencils, pens, or sketchbooks, I head to The Paint Spot. The selection is great, prices are reasonable, and staff are helpful. Students get a discount with ID, and the staff themselves are artists, so they really know what they are talking about. Other supplies available at The Paint Spot include canvasses, cutting materials, and, of course, paint of all kinds. There is even a gallery in the basement featuring the work of local artists, and The Paint Spot is central to the annual Art Walk on Whyte.

What a wonderful evening with Fabio Napoleoni ! Complimentary wine, beverages, and snacks. The…read morestaff are all very friendly and helpful. Fabio stayed late and was able to meet with all who wanted the chance. We got him to sign the piece we bought and he even did a custom drawing on the back of the canvas. Milan and the owner helped us with all of our needs throughout the night. We will definitely be back for future events and this won't be our last purchase!

I have walked by this store every time I have gone to West Edmonton Mall. I had never gone in…read more Finally, the last time I went to the mall, I decided to check it out. I was surprised. Now, I am not an expert on art by any means but I do enjoy it. This store is wall to wall pictures, paintings and sculptures by famous artists like Thomas Kinkade and Robert Brateman. They have amazing pieces that are just visually pleasing but can also be appreciated at a deeper context. The store is very expensive and regularly holds sales. This is the kind of art that people who can truly appreciate it will lay down big bucks for. I wouldn't mind a piece or 2 in my house either. Even if you know that you aren't going to buy anything from this store it is definitely worth going in and looking around. Looking at the different pieces of art is really worth it. I would recommend this store to everyone.

OK, I'm a Scrap-a-holic and Urban Scrapbook is a fabulous place to get my fix…read more Urban Scrapbook is a scrapbook supply store just off 118 avenue and 142 street. I've been getting inspiration and supplies here for nearly 5 years. It has, in my opinion, the best selection and prices for scrapbooking products in Edmonton. Their products and supplies turn over at a quick pace and as such you aren't stuck with the same themes and embellishments every time you go. Not to mention the size of their stock increases monthly! You may get overwhelmed when you walk in due to the amount of products they have, but will quickly be put at ease with the assistance and guidance from Urban's helpful and friendly staff. A children's area is available with toys and a TV so you can shop without distraction if you bring your kids. A layout area is available so you can go in with your pictures and choose products to complete your layout right there. Urban Scrapbook also offers numerous workshops and cropping sessions throughout the month and over the year. I recommend becoming a member of Urban Scrapbook which entitles you to discounts on product, specials, and "ins" on upcoming workshops. By being a member you also receive weekly newsletters filling you in on hot new product and upcoming workshops, events and important things in a scrapbookers life. Urban Scrapbook has a well lit, large crop room at the back of the store with ample room for cropping groups. They also provide dye cuts templates to help you with your creations. Now, don't get me wrong, Urban Scrapbook isn't just about scrapbooking. It basically sells anything to do with paper and paper crafts. It's a wonderful place to start if you're thinking about making invitations of any sort. Happy Scrapbooking!

If you love scrapbooking as a hobby, you will love this place. I stumbled upon it online, and made…read moreit my mission to seek this place out. It's a bit hard to find, located in an industrial area of the city, and it's kind of small next to the big Fabricland store right beside it, but it's worth the visit if you're an avid scrapbooker! I was overwhelmed stepping into the store, I didn't know where to start. They have everything you need for scrapbooks and other craft projects, including rows and rows of stickers and rub-ons, chipboards, paints, brads, and crafting tools. There's also an entire wall of cardstock paper in all kinds of beautiful colours and patterns. While they had everything one could possibly need for any project, some of the items were a bit pricey, even for a scrapbooking store, I would say. So be selective with your items, because you can get certain ones for cheaper elsewhere. That being said, be sure to check out the back, as that's where all their clearance stuff is currently stocked at half price. I found some really cool cardstock paper back there for really cheap. They also have a room in the back where they hold their craft and scrapbooking classes. You can sign up via their website; I think one usual session is about $20. They also have examples of projects throughout the store, so you can get an idea of what they make. And there's a small play room for kids right beside the entrance, for moms who want to take their time getting stuff but can't find a babysitter. Sign up for their points system and get 10% off once you reach 200 points, which shouldn't be too hard cause this place is awesome!

Recently I was looking for some paintings for my house after some renovations. I was interested in…read moresome of the artists on their website, so I decided to stop by the gallery. That was the start of a wonderful relationship with the gallery owner. She has shown me all sorts of paintings from gallery artists and has delivered the paintings and done the installations in my home. The paintings are fabulous and my home looks beautiful. The owner has spent time teaching me about composition and given me insights into the works of art and the artists. For anyone that wants beautiful and unique works of art for their home, I would highly recommend stopping by and visiting Scott Gallery. If I could give them 10 stars, I would!!

The Scott Gallery is located right by the Bearclaw Gallery, featuring contemporary Canadian art…read more Like all good galleries, it has plenty of open space and bright lighting, but not fluorescent ones to blind you. The lady who greeted me was warm and informative, telling me about the current exhibit (she reminded me of Maggie Gyllenhaal, oddly enough, but that's beside the point). The current exhibit is by Canadian artist Yuriko Kitamura, and consists mainly of mixed media on rice paper. It's really different from what I've seen in other galleries. Another choice gallery for art collectors.