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By Helen Georgette


Visitors who are sure that Philadelphia's art scene tops with Robert Indiana's Love sculpture and the Rocky statue will be pleased to know that the City of Brotherly Love is rife with places to find quality fine art. American history might be prominent in most people's minds when thinking of Philly, but the art and culture that flows thru Philly is just as extraordinary as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. A vibrant local artistic community thrives in Philadelphia and the gigantic number of Philadelphia art galleries available makes their work easily available

First Friday in the city of Philadelphia

Seeded across the city - from the outdoor mosaics of Philadelphia's Magic Gardens to the Picasso's hanging in the Museum of Art - there are galleries in Philadelphia that cater to genres from eclectic to traditional. Many of the galleries are situated in the Old Town district and are open for viewing during the time of the favored "First Friday" art events.

Slingluff Gallery

Found in Fishtown and owned by Jonathon Slingluff and his wife Leigh, the Slingluff's offer monthly showings that can go from local street art to modern art from around the globe. This is one of the more popular Philadelphia art galleries due to the ever changing exhibits that appeal to introductory art aficionados as well as those with a practiced eye.

Locks Gallery

Housed in a stately 3-story building in Philadelphia's Washington Square, Locks Gallery enjoys a reputation as amongst the most prominent art galleries in Philadelphia. Using its influence in world art circles, the gallery has helped raise the profile of several local artists like Jane Irish, Edna Andrade and others.

The Clay Studio

Part of the Old Town gallery district, The Clay Studio was opened to give new artists a place to work, create and display their art. It has now evolved into the best spot in Philadelphia to see and purchase unique art. Along with the gallery and store, The Clay Studio also offers classes for those that want to make their own works.

Schmidt-Dean

For over 25 years Christopher Schmidt has been showing his work and that of others from his Chestnut Street gallery. An ex "Best of Philly" winner, Schmidt exhibits a wide range of work including photography, painting and sculpture, generally by local artists.

Biello Martin Studio

Michael Biello and Dan Martin, along with architectural designer Carlo Fiammenghi have joined together to bring one of the most eclectic art spaces in the country to the city of Philadelphia. This Old Town studio/gallery evokes the salon atmosphere of Europe, where works of all mediums are on show.




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