Monday, April 29, 2013

Visiting A Local Art Gallery West Chester PA

By Cherry Mercer


Art comes in many different forms. When people hear the word the first thought is probably of landscapes or portraits. Inevitably this gives an idea of stuffiness or elitism. But visiting a local art gallery West Chester PA does not necessarily have to be an experience where you are on your best behavior and you have to wear a tuxedo!

When looking for one in your local area consider the kind of works that you like. Some people like to look at landscape pictures that depict relaxing coastlines or rugged countryside. For these people art is often the effort someone has gone to in order to create a beautiful picture, especially if it is of a local area of outstanding natural beauty.

The medium of the work does not necessarily have to be restricted to brushstrokes. Some artists create sculptures using metal or wood. The pieces may be dotted around outside the gallery as well as inside, enticing you in to see what else they have to offer. Other people may use videos or different types of physical textures to add additional dimensions to a piece.

The best way to check this is to look at their website. This will specify what type of gift shop they have, what items are for sale and so forth. It also helps you to see what type of pieces they have and whether they will personally appeal to you or not. For example if you are not a fan of portraits then it is worth avoiding an area of a gallery that is dedicated to portraits.

In order to see if a gallery has the kind of work you like the easiest thing to do is look on their website. This will then show you what they specialize in and whether it appeals to what you like. There is no right or wrong answer and it is about looking for something that you want to see, not just going out of a cultural obligation.

Sometimes during these exhibitions you will be able to discuss work with the artists themselves. It is often a good way to learn more about how they see their work but equally you can share your opinion with them as well. This often makes an event enjoyable, especially if a piece is designed to provoke debate!

Even if you cannot purchase the artwork itself there are a number of ways you can support a gallery and keep it going. Prints are often cheaper but still look good on the wall, while a greeting card with distinct artwork on it is often something people appreciate. Some galleries also offer services such as lifecasting, where you can have your hands, feet or other body parts cast in metals such as bronze. It is popular with families, new couples and pregnant women who want to celebrate an upcoming birth.

Another good thing about visiting an art gallery West Chester PA is that they are changing all the time. If you look at their website you can often find new artists coming in and special exhibitions, often with specific themes. Look online to find galleries in your local area so you can find the art you want to see and to keep updated about upcoming exhibitions.




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