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September 2024 by Tulane Grad
It was a pleasure working with the Sheldon Gallery, and particularly consummate artwork professional Michael Montanaro, on the purchase of a very special Anne Packard painting.
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August 2024 by Annie B
Had a great visit to this art shop on a weekend trip to Newport! The person working was very friendly and was eager to share information about each of the artists. He talked about the pieces of art as if it was a story. I felt welcomed and like I had my own personalized visit. I look forward to stopping in again sometime! Also, there are some great options for little gifts- I particularly liked the drink stirrers that were at the check out desk!
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September 2023 by John W.
Decent fine art gallery in a high end area, where rent (and prices) are high. Good variety of art, obviously harping on their martime region, but seens like a food place to buy nautical art. Great location, lots of space, and a nice clean gallery. Kinda weird they have the "no photographs" signs when in fact anyone can go on line and download a picture if they were so inclined.
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July 2023 by Dave Schock
I'm an exhibiting artist and have been for nearly 40 years, Exhibiting at similar galleries in the US and UK. This Gallery went through an unfortunate phase with a manager who has since been replaced with a new and far better team.
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June 2023 by Tim J.
Good day for gallery browsing and brunch. One of my favorite galleries to visit when in town.
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May 2023 by Rosanne C.
NEW GALLERY REP (also named Laura) who is wonderful -- kind, professIona, and on the ball. Location is prime and so is the artwork!!!
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April 2023 by M
Great selection and knowledgeable staff. Always enjoy stopping in when in town
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April 2023 by Fatima S
Lovely and amazing collection! I enjoyed looking at the art, but overpriced for my budget.
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March 2023 by Jon J.
We often visit Newport, RI and always enjoy its history and beauty. We also make our way around the various shops and galleries. Sheldon Fine Art has consistently shown great work, however, the one problem is their staff has always been nasty, rude and entitled. My mother is in the design field, and has had times when she could have placed a piece from this gallery in homes she was working on, but chose not to. Our joke used to be 'you have to be nasty to work there', but that all changed when we decided to step in again and take our chances. To our pleasant surprise, we were greeted by a lovely, affable woman with a smile. Now, not only could we enjoy the artwork, but for the very first time, the atmosphere as well. To give credit where it's due, this positive change came in the form of Laura Petican, the gallery's new director. What a delight, and we even ended up making a purchase. Thank you to the powers that be for finally making a change of guard!
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November 2022 by M Mist
Owner was very pretentious and rude. We asked about how much an item was, as there were no price labels and she answered as if we were bothering her. We then ask if she takes card and she’s like “oh well of course we do, we sell $60,000 paintings?!” In an extremely condescending tone. I intended to purchase several items and was immediately turned off. Don’t waste your money here, you can find better pieces within walking distance.
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November 2022 by Jeff M.
I don't recommend this gallery. Difficult to work with, crotchety and unfriendly. Inhospitable environment - for customers and the artists.
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June 2022 by Sam K.
I usually read reviews before I go places but this time I didn't. I did however read the reviews after I left the location, and everything that was said was spot on. I assumed what could possibly go wrong with a gallery or anything art related? Art is beauty, positive....all good things :). The gallery was clean and bright. Great location right off the main road. The pieces displayed were beautiful. Prices were on the high side, so not affordable for the everyday person. The service on the other hand was a bit questionable. When we walked in, not sure if we were greeted but we were asked if we needed/or looking for something and then the entrance/exit we came from was closed almost immediately by the gallery person. We were also told that we can't take pictures and not in the nicest manner. There was a sign on the wall toward the bottom that no pictures were allowed. Then we were followed a little randomly and awkwardly. The whole experience was weird because of the individual working there. I give it 2 stars because I love art and the art was beautiful and the place was clean.
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June 2022 by Me.stretta (Michael Mistretta)
Owner was very pretentious and rude. We asked about how much an item was, as there were no price labels and she answered as if we were bothering her. We then ask if she takes card and she’s like “oh well of course we do, we sell $60,000 paintings?!” In an extremely condescending tone. I intended to purchase several items and was immediately turned off. Don’t waste your money here, you can find better pieces within walking distance.
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February 2022 by Michelle R.
The blonde woman with glasses was not friendly or welcoming followed us around and kept asking if we were going to buy a painting. Even if I wanted to I definitely won't with her as the sales clerk. She also proceeded to tell us how good business has been during the pandemic which I found to be a very distasteful and insensitive thing to share.
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January 2022 by Ali C
The person behind the counter freaked out when I brought my pup in. If you do not want dogs in the store that is ok but this was related to the breed. I was looking at two pieces of beautiful art but given the behavior I did not buy anything. They have great artwork and I have bought multiple pieces over the past 15 years.
