Highly collectible art You can buy here works of some of the best and internationally recognized artists.
Welcome to the gallery!
Some of our best pieces - right in the windows
Scarves, cards, jewlery, and paintings, paintings, paintings...
The finest works by some of the best contemporary artists
Peaceful, home-like atmosphere...
Meet the owner (and an artist) - Lisa McKnett
The gallery is also a working art studio
Enjoying Saturday evening workshop with live model
Private showings Experience the art in a private tour of the gallery, and meet one of our local artist.
Workshops with live model You can hone your artistic skills at our weekly Saturday evening uninstructed workshop with a live model.
Art competitions We select the best artists through online competitions.
Art classes for adults Private hands-on classes on drawing, painting in oil or watercolor, figure study, and more...
Commission a portrait You may commission a painting or a portrait of your family and pets at very affordable prices.
Click on a picture to view artist information and artwork
Artwork currently available for sale at the gallery.Artwork featured at the gallery.Click images to enlarge.
"Lifeguard Tower"Oil on panel, 14 x 11
(Lisa McKnett)
Portrait Commissions
size
price
size
price
10x8
$150
24x28
$400
14x11
$250
24x20
$450
16x12
$300
30x24
$650
20x16
$350
36x24
$850
2018 first art competition and show
Our first art competition and show this year has been finalized. The subjects are:
Birds - small (max. 8x10) paintings or drawings of colorful birds
Presidents - small (max. 20x16) portrait of any of US presidents
Artist's Self Portrait - also small (max. 20x16)
Political Caricature - make laugh of world politicians with a cartoon drawing or computer graphics
New artists have joined us. Juried-in art will be displayed at the gallery between April 21st and June 30th
Click the button below to see the prospectus.
Weekly uninstructed workshop
Every Saturday 4pm to 7pm we are hosting an uninstructed workshop where you may paint or draw a live model.
Cost is only $25 for one three hour session.
Please sing up ahead of time - only eight slots are available.
Bring your own canvas, brushes and paints, or drawing pencils and paper. You are welcome to bring your easel and stool, however we can provide you with a portable easel if you forget your own.
Please text or call Lisa at (858) 519-4079 to sign up.
Commission a portrait of your family and pets
You can pose live at the gallery or bring a photo.
Prices are negotiable and depend on size and detail of the painting (see the table for suggested prices).
Painting at the gallery
Three-hour instructed classes
To enroll: call or text Lisa at (858) 519-4079; or just come to the gallery.
Pay at the first class. Cash and credit cards are accepted.
Cost:
$40 per class
Time:
flexible - arrange with Lisa
Topics:
Drawing
Painting in watercolor
Painting in oil
Painting landscapes and seascapes
Painting still life
Human head and figure study
Anatomy of an animal
Students may choose the subject to paint or draw
You need to bring the following supplies:
Drawing class:
Notebook for taking notes
Photo of the subject you wish to draw
Drawing sketchbook or pad, or smooth newsprint pad
Recommended: matching size tracing paper
Charcoal or graphite pencils with a case that protects the pencils from breaking
Gum erasers
Sandpaper and safety razor blades for sharpening the pencils
Drawing board with clamps to support your pad
Wet paper towels in a sandwich baggie for keeping your fingers clean
Oil painting class:
At the first class we will discuss the learning steps and make an exact list of what will be needed (paint colors, brush sizes, etc.). When you come please bring a notebook and a photo of the subject you want to paint.
