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Come explore the vibrant art scene in Downtown West Chester during our Spring 2023 Gallery Walk! This self-guided art tour celebrates the thriving community of artists and galleries that make greater West Chester their home. Multiple galleries combine with additional “one-night-only” show hosts throughout the downtown business area to showcase some great local Chester County artists. Attendees can discover stunning artwork, connect with fellow creatives, and find the perfect piece for their home!

Presented by Sunset Hill Jewelers and Fine Arts Gallery and hosted by The West Chester Business Improvement District, this evening is free and open to the public with free, on-street metered parking starting at 4pm. You can pick up a brochure on the night of at any of the participating locations below or use the map below to follow along the route! Many stops will have refreshments and light appetizers available as you browse.

To see all of the available parking we have downtown, click here. (Please note: Gay Street will be closed to vehicles for the Open-Air Market)

Participating Locations and Featured Artists

David Katz Gallery is a place to be yourself and be inspired. In addition to my Chester County sky paintings and landscapes, I offer painting opportunities and commissioned artwork. The Sky Painter Headquarters is your new destination for original art.

Follow me on Instagram at @the_skypainter_ to see examples of my work!

  • Featured Artist(s):

    David Katz

    Guest Artist: Sophia Foutres

    Seventeen never before seen “Germantown Friends” portraits! Plus, see a portrait of my Mom “SARA.” Special guest artist, Sophia Foutres, will be joining me. Her style is cutting-edge, colorful, and abstract, with lots of love thrown in.

  • Address:
    128 E Gay Street

Pine + Quill is a lifestyle boutique in the heart of West Chester, PA. We specialize in home décor and gifts, as well as authentic and one-of-a-kind furniture pieces, and locally made gifts and décor. We love to support local, so you will find handmade jewelry, laser wood cut signage, photography, and other locally-sourced goods. We teach monthly workshops and will always be looking for new artists to come in and showcase their wares.

  • Featured Artist(s):

    Cary Galbraith

    I am an oil painter, working from the academic tradition of painting from life. It is a way to see deeper, in other words, to understand the three dimensional form and the effect that light has on it. I feel the essence of the subject is more evident. It has atmosphere and energy that comes through, therefore, the viewer is compelled to stay and gaze at it for a while.

  • Address:
    23 N Walnut Street

For more than a century, Gawthrop Greenwood has taken pride in providing the highest quality legal services to all members of our community. We put our values into practice by protecting and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. We believe in taking responsibility for our actions, and that together, we can achieve meaningful change.

  • Address:
    17 E Gay Street

Sunset Hill Jewelers has been a family owned business for over 40 years and is considered by many to be Chester County’s most trusted jeweler. We offer a wide range of services including appraisals, redesign, repairs, cleanings, and complimentary prong check. While here, be sure to visit the Sunset Hill Fine Arts Gallery on the second floor! The gallery features original artwork in various mediums from local artists year round.

  • Featured Artist(s):

    Karl J. Kuerner

    Karl J. Kuerner, born and raised in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, has deep Brandywine roots in the arts. His paintings reflect the teachings of Carolyn Wyeth and yet show he has gone in his own direction, as it should be. Karl is described by many as a fine painter of great merit – possessing his own intimate and straightforward style.

  • Address:
    23 N High Street

Founded by designer and artist Krystal Reinhard in 2015, Old Soul is a boutique interior design studio located in West Chester, PA. Krystal brings a unique perspective to the interior design world with her fine art and design background, and her advanced knowledge of craftsmanship and home development. If you’re building or redesigning a home, Krystal is the ideal Swiss-army-knife of designers to have on your team!

  • Featured Artist(s):

    Morgan Broome

    I am Morgan Broome, the artist and creative behind Mantra. You will find that much of my work is reminiscent of the natural world. Nature like art makes us better. I am consistently inspired by it and I love to mimic its shapes, textures and colors.

  • Address:
    113 N High Street

The Chester County History Center (CCHC) promotes the history of Chester County and southeastern Pennsylvania by collecting, preserving, exhibiting, and interpreting that history and its relationship to the region, and the nation beyond, to audiences of all ages and interests.

  • Featured Artist(s):

    • Chelsea Opshinsky, a clay and resin jewelry artist, from Birdie Tree Beads.
    • For one night only, we will be displaying an Andrew Wyeth painting and a Horace Pippin painting.  We only do this once a year for Gallery Walk!
    • Chadds Ford Winery will also be onsite!
  • Address:
    225 North High Street

Since 1975, Visual Expansion Gallery has been known for its collection of artists that quintessentially reflect the Brandywine Valley. It also offers full-service professional framing that will enhance any piece.

  • Featured Artist(s):

    Carol Fastuca

    Moving back to southeastern Pennsylvania, 20 years ago, has inspired me daily to discover the landscape right in my own backyard. I am enamored with the changing light and color of the sky and landscape and the curious personalities of the cows that populate it. I am endlessly challenged by its beauty and how to translate it into paint.

  • Address:
    132 N High Street

Dr. Sharon Kelly is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in individual therapy, couples counseling, and life coaching. She has over twenty years of experience with adults, children, adolescents, and couples. Dr. Kelly accepts clients with extremely challenging issues or behavioral problems as well as others seeking improved self-awareness and personal growth. Call or email for confidential inquiries or to schedule an appointment.

  • Featured Artist(s):

    Fred Weyman

    Fred Weyman’s first book, High Sierra, the Range of Light, was praised by Sierra Club Executive Director Michael Brune, saying “Fred Weyman’s photographs of the Sierra Nevada reflect the same kind of passion for their subject as Ansel Adams.” His current projects include The Brandywine Valley, Valley Forge, and private commissions.

  • Address:
    210 W Gay Street

With over 40+ years of experience and values behind their baking, The Master’s Baker uses only the best possible local ingredients for customized wedding, shower, party, and other special occasion cakes. They take pride in every cake they create, and strive to “wow” each and every customer with their custom designs made just for you!

  • Featured Artist(s):

    Erica DeHart

    • Website: www.ericadehart.com
    • About: Fine art with a colorful twist – mixing contemporary with realism and oils with acrylics.

    Christina Critter

  • Address:
    319 W Gay Street

I relish the intimate relationship that can be had between a viewer and a work of art, which is why I decided to open a gallery in West Chester, PA. There is a feeling of ownership as one stands before a piece of art and something connects deep within them. It is in this connection that something much bigger steps into place and turns one’s heart so meaningfully to wood and paint with such depth.

  • Studio visits by appointment only.
  • Follow Erica Brown on Facebook.
  • Featured Artist(s):

    Erica Brown

    I relish the intimate relationship that can be had between a viewer and a work of art, which is why I decided to open a gallery in West Chester, PA. There is a feeling of ownership as one stands before a piece of art and something connects deep within them. It is in this connection that something much bigger steps into place and turns one’s heart so meaningfully to wood and paint with such depth.

  • Address:
    28 N New Street

As a West Chester favorite for many years, The 5 Senses hosts a collection of functional art objects chosen to satisfy one or more of your senses. Sight, sound, taste, smell, and touch will all be awakened by our dazzling collection of pottery, glass, jewelry, candles, wind chimes, and more. Featuring the work of more than 25 local artists, as well as a selection of artists from across North America, all of our handmade items are perfect for gift-giving or treating yourself.

  • Featured Artist(s):

    Linda Lurcott

    My journey in jewelry design began with a desire to explore ways of self expression. A creative spirit, I have always admired silver for it’s malleability, durability, and beauty. Exploring metalsmithing techniques, discovering various gemstones, and applying interesting elements defines my creations.

    Stop in, sip wine, enjoy Linda’s jewelry, and see what’s new!

  • Address:
    133 W Market Street

Record store and nano brewery featuring a wide selection of both new and used vinyl records. Browse through a curated selection of books, limited edition art prints, and cassettes. While you’re shopping, enjoy exclusive Hop Fidelity beer and others on tap, all brewed by Tired Hands Brewing Company.

  • Featured Artist(s):

    Jon Palestini

    We’ll be featuring the art of our very own Jon Palestini, aka Malum And Mortis, who’ll be displaying a mixed media show. You may be familiar with Jon’s work as he is responsible for our awesome t-shirt designs. So swing by and check it out! Beer and wine will be served!

  • Address:
    121 W Market Street

A traditional gallery presenting solo shows by select artists of the region.

  • Featured Artist(s):

    Dale Roberts

    Encaustic is a Greek method of painting with the root word “caustic” (to burn in) key to its understanding since the paint has to be literally burned in to produce the final paint film. The encaustic paintings, drawings and works in other media reproduced in my website are evidence of a continual dialogue with the visible world around us. Each piece represents a unique reaction to a particular place, object, light, condition or season.

  • Address:
    12 S Church Street

The Chester County Community Foundation connects people who care with the causes that matter, so their philanthropy makes a difference now & forever. The Community Foundation brings together donors and beneficiaries of charitable funds to create lasting legacies that truly make a difference. We currently manage over 400 different charitable funds in the form of family foundations, nonprofit endowments, field of interest funds, and scholarships.

  • Featured Artist(s):

    Sandrien B Photography

    Sandrien is a Dutch professional photographer who lives in the US since 2014. Sandrien B Photography specializes in portrait and dance photography as well as personal and small business branding photography. Her style is often described as virtual storytelling, lifestyle or magazine style photography, when she captures her clients memories.

  • Address:
    28 W Market Street

The Art Trust at Meridian Bank enhances the local cultural environment by linking local businesses, civic philanthropy, and the arts. It features exhibitions of regional fine artists. All works are for sale and a portion of the proceeds are donated to fund art scholarships and other art-related charitable initiatives. The gallery is located in the lobby of the Meridian Bank loan production office.

  • Address:
    16 W Market Street

As a 24/7 professional clubhouse for Chester County’s thought leaders, align.Space is a unique shared workspace for members to work, meet, collaborate, network, socialize, and grow. align.Space is much more than a physical location—we are a professional community. Our members enjoy amenities such as weekday hot breakfast, unlimited coffee & snacks, a variety of beer, exclusive events & workshops, a gaming mezzanine, and much more!

  • Address:
    2 W Market Street

Ginkgo Arts is a coworking space located in the heart of Downtown West Chester for artists to work, collaborate, and encourage each other. Our spaces provide a variety of artists a place to flourish within a community that will support, enrich, and foster their growth. Whether it’s to teach classes, create artwork, or participate in open studio/gallery events, resident artists at Ginkgo Arts have 24/7 access and can use the space however they please.

  • Address:
    21 S High Street

Presenting Sponsor

Signature Sponsors

Supporting Sponsors

Details

Date:
May 5
Time:
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cost:
Free
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Organizer

West Chester Business Improvement District
Phone:
610-738-3350
Email:
jobrien@wcbid.com
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Venue

Downtown West Chester
2 N High Street
West Chester, PA 19380 United States
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Phone:
610-738-3350

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