Visitors who think that Philadelphia\’s art scene climaxes with Robert Indiana\’s Love sculpture and the Rocky statue will be happy to know that the City of Brotherly Love is overflowing with places to find quality fine art. American history may be prominent in most people\’s minds when thinking on the subject of Philadelphia, but the culture and art that flows throughout Philadelphia is just as wonderful as Independence Hall or the Liberty Bell. A vibrant local art community flourishes in the city and the vast number of Philadelphia art galleries available makes their work easily available

First Friday in the city of Philadelphia

Seeded throughout the city – from the outdoor mosaics of Philadelphia\’s Magic Gardens on South State Street to the Picasso\’s hanging in the Museum of Art – there are galleries in Philadelphia that cater to genres from eclectic to conventional. Many of the galleries are found in the Old Town district and are open for viewing during the well-liked \”First Friday\” art events.

Slingluff Gallery

Located in Fishtown and owned by Jonathon Slingluff and his spouse Leigh, the Slingluff\’s offer monthly exhibitions that can range all the way from local street art to modern art from around the world. This is proving to be one of the more popular Philadelphia art galleries because of the revolving exhibits that appeal to introductory art aficionados as well as those with a rather more practiced eye.

Locks Gallery

Occupying a stately 3-story building in Philadelphia\’s Washington Square, Locks Gallery enjoys a rep as amongst the most prominent art galleries in Philadelphia. Utilizing its influence in world art circles, Locks Gallery has helped raise the profile of several local artists such as 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 displaying his art and that of others from his Chestnut Street gallery. A one-time \”Best of Philly\” winner, Schmidt exhibits a wide range of work includingpainting, sculpture and photography, generally by local artists.

Biello Martin Studio

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