This is a tiny gem of a gallery that you must visit if you're in bodega. All the art pieces are absolutely exquisite and beautiful. The ceramics pieces are incredible and we will definitely come back again. There is a beautiful koi pond and small Japanese garden behind the gallery which is gorgeous. read more

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We visited a couple months ago and returned for a special art demo. I am amazed at their gorgeous collection of Japanese art. The entire place is decorated beautifully and tastefully and it doesn't feel like everything is stuffed in every nook and cranny. There is an upstairs filled with more ceramics, beautiful pieces of vintage tansus (Japanese wooden chests) and other forms of delicate art. I even loved the peaceful Japanese garden you can enjoy from inside the shop if you sit and relax on their couch. Ren is such a cordial and friendly proprietor. I enjoyed chatting with him and hearing about his love for Japanese art. He was celebrating three decades of his successful business back in February, 2025. We stopped in for a scheduled gyotaku (fish print) demonstration on this Saturday afternoon. The artist was Chris Dewees and he showed all the attendees how to do an indirect fish print on silk. It was an interesting process using a medium-sized black fish he caught himself! He showed each step of the process and generously shared what type of paper, paints and other supplies he uses. It was interesting to watch this process transpire until ultimately, the fish print was done. He paints in the eyes later. There was a beautiful collection of other fish prints he has done, many for sale. He said he has a story for each of his works of art. He shared a few stories which added to the uniqueness of his art. During a previous visit, Ren invited us to view his larger Japanese garden behind the store. Absolutely breathtaking and peaceful. I understand the merchandise changes regularly so we look forward to visiting his beautiful shop again very soon. This artist's work will be displayed from April 25 - June 8, 2025. Employees are all personable, professional and ready to help. read more

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Enter from the side. A beautiful privately owned garden available to the public. Quiet little spot. With a tea house "museum" for looks, be respectful, and need to take off shoes to go in. The botanical garden is beautiful. A nice variety. Also a mini zen garden, bamboo. Large metal sculpture in the middle of the garden. Enter from the front, and there is a front garden with a koi pond, lotus and more beautifully pruned trees and vegetation. Little bench to enjoy the pond. A shrine at the front of the beautiful front door. House is off limits read more

The Ren Brown Collection - Coastal daisies - Antiques Near Me - Bodega Bay, California

This is a wonderful place to find beautiful artwork, object d'Art and Japanese items, including a lovely selection of Tansu of all types.

The best. Lovely space, beautiful art, friendly staff. I don't know much about art, as the saying goes, "but I know what I like." Have bought several things over the years from Ren. Always something new to discover. A must-see stop for your trip to Bodega Bay. read more

Adventure with Mommy and Daddy to Bodega Bay. It was one of those times when you say you haven't been there and your parents look exasperatedly at you and say "We totally took you here when you were 4" or some such age when you are least likely to remember things like drives to Bodega Bay. My parents had their eye on a really nifty display table at "The Ren Brown Collection" and a day hanging out with my parental units and a free lunch sounded great on a grey day. I have to say, it was gorgeous wood. It looks almost like the top of it is floating. It is modern yet has classic Japanese lines/silhouette. Now while my parents prioritize awesome display tables for splurge purchases, I rather have luxury designer hand bags (which is the price range you are looking at for some of the items). That being said, Ren Brown and his store really make this place shine. He has a calm, knowledgeable, and cheeful personality that really makes you feel at home among all the beautiful items. The items are displayed beautifully and the art is also fantastic. I was particularly taken with some amazingly beautiful wooden cups and bowls. There was also a fantastic print of a cheeky looking Koi fish that made me really happy. The little kid in me was taken by a really artful toy spinning top which Ren through in with our display table purchase. How sweet! Whether you are in the mood to buy gorgeous Japanese/Japanese inspired pieces or just dream about buying them, stopping by "The Ren Brown Collection" during your trip to Bodega Bay is a must!!! read more

We loved this gallery! While I love Asian art, I am not 'educated' in my art appreciation - but I can vouch for everything the other three reviewers wrote. Not only is the collection worthy of a LOT more time than we could give it (which means, I guess we're coming back again), but their artistic vision extends to the cultivated gardens behind the main gallery. My wife and I spoke with Ren, and he was quite gracious. Thanks! read more

Ren Brown and his partner (in business and life) Robert De Vee, have assembled in this out of the way locale one of the finest galleries of Asian art between San Francisco and Portland. While the sign notes that they specialize in modern Japanese prints (and they do have a lot of these), I was impressed with their eclectic collection including Philippine wooden sculture and modern pieces in a variety of media from Asian-born artists now living and working in the western USA (itself being a very collectable category). I had just come from spending a weekend at the home of one of California's major collectors of Asian art, and I thought I had become thoroughly jaded. What I saw here would have fit well into his collection. For the stopper-by who does not have a great interest in Asian art itself (or whose walls are already full), there is a beautifully designed Japanese Garden to the rear of the store that customers are encouraged to enjoy. That by itself is worth the stop. Word of warning: There is no tourist junk here, no little thing to pick up as a souvenier. Prices start in the low four figures (and that is dollars, not yen). If you are a serious collector, this is the place for you, but if you cannot discuss Asian art with Ren at near his level, his patience soon wanes. It is, after all, a shop, not a museum. read more

We had heard about Ren Brown through a friend who told us that he had a phenomenal collection of woodblock prints as well as tansu, ceramics, and even carefully curated jewelry. When we arrived we were absolutely blown away. This is a must visit gallery. We were graciously welcomed by the owner. Do not be misled by the $$$$ ranking - there are beautiful works of art for every budget. We'll definitely be returning! read more

The style and taste of this gallery is a rival to any other I have ever visited anywhere else. Ren Brown is a gracious and knowledgable guide to his deep and nuanced collection of Asian art. It helps to make Bodega Bay a joy to visit. read more

We stopped here on a whim....wow! Great owners, great Asian and Asian-inspired art, great gardens...a destination within a destination. My friend bought two pieces that were shipped so fast they beat her home in less than 2 days across country. Looking forward to going back, but not on Mondays or Tuesdays when they are closed. read more

Great gallery with the finest collection of modern, contemporary Japanese art and prints. I went here when it first opened many years ago and they have expanded to have an upstairs area now too. read more

unexpectedly exceptional Japanese art. love this place. love Ren. its become increasingly contemporary, but I still love to stop in and check for some delightful woodblocks. Ren is a wealth of knowledge in his field. read more

We visit Ren Brown's Gallery every time we go to Bodega Bay and LOVE it! We purchased two pieces of art and know that's not the end to our buying as they have exquisite Asian art in many forms, a lot of inventory, it's beautifully displayed and changed often. We also love to go to their website and see all the art and the artists so we can enjoy it from home too. Stunning and very helpful staff who aren't pushy. read more