I visited StudioBe a few years ago and was blown away. This time around it felt a little more…read moresparse, but also a little neglected. It just didn't have the same energy. That being said, it's worth it to visit again if you've been before. Many of the old pieces have sold and there are new pieces on display. And the talent is still phenomenal.

I visited here for the first time on Saturday. There was onsite parking. My friend and I chose…read morethe docent-led tour which was a great choice. We made reservations in advance. I believe our tour guide's name was Eric. He was very knowledgeable about the artwork regarding the messaging and layering as well as about the civil rights movement and social justice issues. The artwork is quite impressive and very meaningful. This was such a great experience and I do recommend others go for a visit. I definitely recommend the docent-led tour option. The art is in a warehouse. So if it's hot and humid outside, you will likely also feel that way inside also. So bring water or wait until the weather has cooled down later in the year.

Date of visit: December 20, 2024…read more Stopped in here during a New Orleans Food Tour on Magazine Street and just loved this fun little space! I enjoyed much of the art and was appreciative of the background on the artist that the staff provided us during our visit. While the visit was very short, it left an impression on me and I still intend to purchase a copy of the From Nothing print as it would make a wonderful gift for my husband for an upcoming occasion. I wasn't in a position to purchase it right then and I need to wait for a sale as the tax and shipping add quite a bit to the price!

I was drawn in by the colorful art as we were strolling though the garden district. The gallery was…read moreinviting and my husband and I both loved the bright vivid colors. I appreciated that they allowed and encouraged pictures.

Great store offering handmade items by different artists! This is a great shop to buy souvenirs and…read moregifts because a lot of the items are handmade or prints by artists which is so special to bring home something uniquely made by someone and not some mass produced thing you can find in any store in New Orleans! I like the way the store is set up, with each artists work having its only little cubby!

If you're strolling through the Garden District, do yourself a favor and stop by Zèle. This place…read moreis a true hidden gem--a hybrid art gallery and curated artisan market that feels like you've stumbled into a treasure chest of local creativity. Think of it as an art fair without the pressure--no hovering artists or awkward small talk. Just beautifully displayed works from small, independent makers. It's an introvert's dream and a perfect place to find souvenirs that aren't basic or mass-produced. The selection is incredible: * Handmade jewelry * Local art prints and stickers * Bags, shirts, and fridge magnets * And a constantly rotating mix of other unique finds There's no singular aesthetic or theme, which is part of the charm--you're bound to find something that speaks to you personally. I didn't take any photos out of respect for the artists, but trust me when I say you'll find something special here. Zèle is the kind of place you'll want to keep to yourself, but you also can't help telling everyone about. Whether you're shopping for gifts or just want something more meaningful than a Cafe Du Monde mug, this is the place.

Selection is fabulous! Best of all the prices are reasonable. I bought a piece there yesterday!read more

Love popping into Le Jardin whenever in New Orleans to check out the latest artists and uncover…read moreunique gifts for friends and family. First stumbled in after Swamp Dog & Friends consolidated to Le Jardin and I was searching for another print to add to our collection in our dining room and ended up discovering more local artists. Absolutely loved seeing some of the art still drying in the back area and the ability to find a gift (for family and friends or just us) so unique and special to New Orleans. Prices vary but the quality is there if you opt for a painting or other piece opposed to a print.

This is a lovely 3-story gallery! James Michalopoulos is an extremely talented artist, and his…read moreworks are vibrant, engaging, and extremely tactile! We visited during his cow phase and many of his canvases were of cows. He is renowned for his paintings of regional architecture and famous musicians and for designing numerous NOLA Jazz Fest posters and artwork. Many of his architectural pieces seem to defy gravity, as he departs from traditional renderings by painting the structures in arches for example. He utilizes exaggerated viewpoints and skewed perspectives so beautifully! His approach is whimsical, fun, and very engaging! For his paintings, he uses palette knives primarily, and this method results in such a dense, tactile quality to the paint, it is almost as if the paint is ice cream-like, and the viewer could just take a spoon to get the paint off the canvas and take a bite! This is my favorite approach to painting, and it takes quite the commitment by the artist to achieve this result! This lovely, accurate description from his bio sums it up: "His portraits of shotgun houses and Creole cottages, captured in layer upon layer of thick impasto paint, brimmed with color and energy and captured the essence of his subject." Quite the visionary and entrepreneur, Michalopoulos owns a house in the Burgundy region, started and stewards a foundation devoted to providing affordable spaces in NOLA in which artists can create, and live. In the 90s he opened a rum distillery, Celebration Distillation, the first craft rum distillery in the nation in over a century. Celebration features the "Old Orleans" label, and sadly, it suffered a fire, and is closed until further notice. Amazingly, he is primarily self-taught artistically, although he took a couple of art classes in NOLA. This gallery is spacious, it's 3 stories, and not pretentious at all. The staff are friendly, and you may engage with the art as long as you would like during their business hours.

Incredibly impressed with the quality of the staff. We own a number of his Jazz Fest Remarque…read moreposters. Been 21 years since I've been to his gallery. Last time they had the original Mahalia Jackson painting in the opening room. We had a lot of fun reminiscing, and we bought his bookalopoulos. Had to catch a flight and needed to have it shipped. A couple of weeks later...no book. When my wife reached out they apologized profusely. It's Mardi Gras... and the order slipped through the cracks. Next week.... bookalopoulos shows up with a massive signature. Please check out the photo below. Damn ... another reason why I love this town!

Clean, spacious, remarkably staffed. Very happy I was invited here today. My friend met the gents…read morewho own and oversee the place so then we had a dynamic guided tour. Lovely purposeful place with a heart for artists who want to see and create understanding and art that tells powerful testimonies.

After all the eating and drinking I did in one day, I was glad my friend who I met up with for the…read moreNOWFE suggest we walk it off by hitting the art galleries on Julia St. At this gallery, they were showcasing Chihuly's exhibit. His glass art are so beautifully made.

One of the largest collections of fine photography in the US is in these walls. All the big names…read moreare available and the owner is highly knowledgeable in both current and past masters. Check the hours as they can be variable. They also changed locations so be sure you go to the new store outside the French Quarter.

Short hours- not as posted - i was told that the store gave a great showing of a lot of the works…read more- this gentleman seemed uninterested- in helping

I visit Gallery Rinard every time i'm in town, and have yet to leave without a piece. This trip was…read moreno different. I brought my sister in law to see for herself and we both left with new artwork. My son was the lucky recipient of a gorgeous hard-to-find piece by Fabio Napoleoni. He can't wait till it arrives! Thank you again for the amazing customer service.

Lovely folks! Great prices. Easy to ship and and cash is king!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!read more

A must see gallery for all art lovers who find themselves in New Orleans. Catherine, the…read moreknowledgeable and vibrant young owner, has an eye for art and a gift for framing pieces to magnify their strength, while maintaining the vision and authenticity of the artist. The Elliott Gallery is a welcome oasis in the heart of the bustling French Quarter and carries a range of original artwork to prints--that range in affordability--so that all levels of art collectors can leave holding something they love. I look forward to stopping by again on my next visit to NOLA to see what new surprises the gallery has in store for me.

From the owner: Elliott Gallery is located in the French Quarter and offers selections of contemporary and modern…read moreart by world-renowned artists.

This is my favorite gallery on Royal. Chris Roberts Antieau crests gorgeous one of a kind pieces…read morethat also are extremely witty. She has moved galleries since my last visit and they are still working on the final touches so I'm already looking forward to going back to see the new space fully utilized.

Absolutely still LOVE her work…read more I wanted to update my original review with the correct link of her work to the U.S. Department of State Web Site which lists artists such as Chris Roberts-Antieau who has previously had pieces of her work on featured on display in their Art in Embassies Exhibition. Currently: "Night Birds" #10848 Listing https://art.state.gov/personnel/chris_robertsantieau/