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June 2023 by Sarah Robinson
Not a review for the art gallery, a review for the "Fish Tales" vacation rental in the little green house next door. One star. Hopefully a future renter will see this and be wary. Guy changed his rules multiple after the confirmed booking until the stay became untenable. It was very obvious he wanted us cancelled to get more $$$ out of a different booking. Do not trust these people with your trip.
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June 2023 by Joseph Sheffield
My watercolors were recently placed in the gallery, glad to be there! Staff was super and welcoming me graciously. I have 6 originals and 10 prints gallery was well lit and their placement is welcoming! Will be here at least thru Summer! Go by and give the gallery a try! Not many galleries on the coast, this one is a sweetie!Joe Sheffield, Something Southern Watercolor Art, Daphne, Al.
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October 2022 by Bill Gale
Love this place. Great art work and the people are wonderful
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September 2022 by Jessie James
Call first. After a long drive, we discovered they’re not open when they say they are. Neon open sign was on, but the attendant had left for an hour. SO frustrating!
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July 2022 by Jon Beals
Wonderful local artists work can be found here!
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June 2022 by JEREMY L
Cool spot to pick art from fantastic Gulf Coast artists.
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May 2022 by Chris Schuster
Friendly and intimate atmosphere with helpful docent. Lots of great local art - ceramics, watercolor and acrylic paintings, prints, cards, jewelry and mixed media.
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September 2021 by Carol Reese
Great artwork by local artists. Very friendly atmosphere. I felt very welcomed and at home. Lots of art to choose from including acrylic, oil, pottery, jewelry, glass and other forms.
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August 2021 by Hillary LeDoux
We go to this place every year and spend lots of money. The art is great. We went in this year and I felt like we were judged. Perhaps because we are in our early 30’s or that we had a 3 year old child with us. The man that is in there every year was following us around and when my sister asked me to take a photo of a wall so we could think about what we wanted to buy and come back later he wagged his finger at us and said we don’t allow photos here. I totally understand that but he made us feel like we were unwelcome. I have lots of wooden pieces and broken glass art from this place in my house but I don’t think I will be back anymore.
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April 2021 by Eloise Thomley
This is a wonderful art gallery in Gulf Shores, showcasing local and regional art. It is a warm, friendly place to visit with excellent staff and volunteers.
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March 2021 by Barrett O.
I previously posted a review about this wonderful gallery but this one is all about hands on art instruction. During an open house last year at this lovely art gallery I saw a small notice on the wall next to a gorgeous painting of birds of paradise that simply said "take art lessons with this artist". I have never picked up an artist brush and haven't attempted sketching or drawing since my grammar school art classes so while I was intrigued I wasn't sure that this was necessarily a good idea however like too many times in my life I thought to myself, "why not" LOL So I made the inquiry and made a New Year resolution that I was gonna try my hand at painting in acrylics. The artist who gives lessons here l, in both acrylics and pastels is Tommy Vogel. He is originally from Illinois but, like many of us, chose this wonderful little slice of paradise here on the Gulf Coast for retirement. He got his first set of pastels when he was 12 years old and he still has them. Tommy has devoted his life to art since 2004 and he volunteers at the local Gulf Shores and Orange Beach art centers doing pretty much whatever needs to be done. It's here at the Gulf Coast Art Alliance in Gulf Shores where he also gives art lessons. He is a self taught artist that does some really stunning paintings on both pastels and acrylics of everything from tropical to still life. My experience has been a truly eye opening one because I had no idea that I could paint but apparently I can :-) Tommy isn't Bob Ross but he has a wonderfully calming and patient demanor that would make Me. Ross proud and unlike this TV episodes, where a sweeping piece of art is cranked out very quickly, we have taken all the time needed to understand the process and truly enjoy the whole experience. Everything is provided in the lessons so you just have to show up, dig in, learn and enjoy. Big thanks to Tommy Vogel for putting me on a whole new path of exploration and introducing me to the joy of painting!! Bottom line: Tommy has said that his first love is teaching adults and students the true joy of creating a beautiful piece of art, and it shows.
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November 2020 by Kimberly Mannion
Loved this place, one of the best parts of my trip! So many beautiful pieces of Art, from jewelry to pottery and paintings. A must go to if you are an artsy person.
