Explore Sedona’s Galleries

Sculpture at Vue Gallery
Sculpture at Vue Gallery

Sedona is a world-class art destination. And these galleries prove it. Whether you’re searching for an original bronze of a wild animal or a stunning photograph of Sedona scenery, you’ll find what you’re looking for (and so much more vibrant, high-quality art) at these top seven Sedona galleries. By Teresa K. Traverse.

Sedona Arts Center

Sedona Arts Center


In addition to its robust programming and art events, the Sedona Arts Center is home to a 2,600-square-foot gallery showcasing the original works of nearly 100 local and regional artists. Find a myriad of work including rare fine art, breathtaking photography and jewelry. The work rotates regularly, and visitors will always have new art to see. As of press time, you can expect to find Bill Belvin’s stunning pictures of the wilderness of American Southwest, contemporary jewelry from April Bower and Christie Palmer’s paintings that will make you pause. Customers save nearly 10 percent in sales tax when they purchase art from the Sedona Arts Center. Money spent helps support its nonprofit mission of spreading arts education in the Verde Valley.

Sedona Arts Center


15 Art Barn Road in Uptown Sedona, 928-282-3809, sedonaartscenter.org



Mountain Trails Galleries

Mountain Trails Galleries


From traditional subjects and styles to the more contemporary interpretations of the West, Mountain Trails Galleries offers a large and varied selection of paintings, sculpture and mixed media fine art from more than 50 award-winning artists. This gallery has been in business for more than 30 years and started off as a sculpture studio. Today, some artists you might see include paintings by Arizona artists Marcia Molnar and George Molnar capture the iconic cowboys and cowgirls of ranch life and the beauty of the Grand Canyon. Mountain Trails also has many works from notable plein air painters including Joshua Been, Betty Carr, Howard Carr, Bill Cramer, Linda Glover Gooch, Susie Hyer, richard Boyer, Jim Hagstrom and Gregory Stocks.

Mountain Trails Galleries

336 AZ-179, Ste. A201, in Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village, 928-282-3225, mountaintrailssedona.com



Village Gallery of Artists

Village Gallery of Artists


Located in the Village of oak Creek, the Village Gallery of Artists has exclusively featured work from local artists for 11 years. Expect creations from approximately 40 northern Arizona artists. If you drop by this shop, you might even get to meet one of the artists. They take turns working shifts here. Artists are juried by a committee of peers. Many of the current artists have been in the gallery since it first opened. Find ceramic bowls and cups from Ken Barnes, colorful fused glass necklaces by Laura Albert and jewelry and decorative gourds by Pat Priolo.

Village Gallery of Artists


6512 AZ-179 in the Village of Oak Creek, 928-284-1416, sedonalocalartists.com



rowe Fine Art Gallery

Rowe Fine Art Gallery


The Rowe Fine Art Gallery might just be one of our favorite places in Sedona. Stepping inside the Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village art gallery that’s underneath the bell tower is a reminder of the nature that’s all around us. To your left, you’ll see a real live tree trunk coming up from the floor. The artwork you’ll be surrounded by includes Ken Rowe’s original bronze sculptures of wild animals like bears, birds and wolves. depending on when you drop by, you may be able to see Ken working on his latest creation. Artist Jen Farnsworth’s brightly colored paintings of bobcats, deer and rabbits are hung up on the walls. In total, the gallery is home to 16 artists based in the Southwest whose work is, according to the gallery’s website, ”unique in the depth of connection each has to their subjects.” you can also find jewelry and wall art here.

Rowe Fine Art Gallery


336 SR-179, Ste. A-102, in Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village, 928-282-8877, rowegallery.com



Goldenstein Gallery at L’Auberge De Sedona

Goldenstein Gallery at L’Auberge de Sedona


The Goldenstein Gallery at L’Auberge de Sedona represents over 40 local and regional artists. Look forward to a rotating selection of more than 60 works throughout the entire property. Guests and hotel visitors can pick up an “art map” to see everything. owner of the Goldenstein Gallery and arts and culture curator at L’Auberge, Linda Golenstein – a Sedona native who’s been in the art business for about 20 years – and her staff give art tours. See sculpture in the gardens. you also can meet artists and see artists painting or sculpting via the “artist in residence” program. Although work rotates frequently, you might see layered paintings of native American scenes from ray Tigerman, whimsical bronze sculptures by Chris Deverill and long-time Sedona plein air painter Syri Hall. When it’s safe to do so, the gallery plans to resume some of its programs including painting classes and Cocktails with the Curator. The gallery is currently open by appointment only. Call ahead before you head out.

Goldenstein Gallery at L’Auberge De Sedona


301 L’Auberge Lane in Uptown Sedona, 928-204-1765, goldensteinart.com



Exposures International Gallery of Fine Art

Exposures International Gallery of Fine Art


Walking into Exposures International Gallery of Fine Art is quite the experience. The bright white walls bring the art located throughout the central Sedona gallery to life. More than 100 living artists are represented in this massive 20,000-square-foot space. Local artists are featured prominently. you could spend all day here, and it still wouldn’t be enough time to explore everything – making repeated visits a must for art enthusiasts of all stripes. you can find paintings, sculptures, jewelry, photography, wall art, furniture and outdoor artwork. exposures also has its own Swiss-made watch collection. expect striking sculptures from Bobbie Carlyle, hand-carved wood from Frasca/Halliday and Greg English’s oil paintings of native American pottery.

Exposures International Gallery of Fine Art


561 AZ-179 in South of the “Y,” 928-282-1125, exposuresfineart.com



Renee Taylor

Renee Taylor


Renee Taylor includes three galleries: the Renee Taylor Gallery, the Vue Gallery and Renee Taylor Jewelry. All three offer gorgeous, contemporary artwork. our idea of a perfect afternoon is one spent browsing these three spaces. Highlights include pocket knives, pens and money clips – most made with one-of-a-kind natural pieces like dinosaur bone – from William Henry. you can see striking copper and stainless steel “wind sculptures” by Lyman Whitaker outside of the Vue Gallery. Be dazzled by mostly gold, boldly modern jewelry from Alex Sepkus. Visitors also can view half painting and half sculptures crafted out of steel by Peter Skidd that would look striking on just about any wall in a home.

Renee Taylor


Renee Taylor Gallery, 336 AZ-179, Ste. B124, 928-282-7130; Vue Gallery, 336 AZ-179, Ste. E101, 928-282-1575, both located in Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village; Renee Taylor Jewelry, 313 AZ-179, Ste. B14 in Tlaquepaque North, 928-282-1506; reneetaylorgallery.com



EIGHT ADDITIONAL AREA ART GALLERIES



SEDONA



Andrea Smith Gallery, 336 AZ-179, 888-644-5444, andreasmithgallery.com


Eclectic Image Gallery, 336 AZ-179, Ste. A109, 928-203-4333, eclecticimage.com


Sedona Artist Market, 2081 W. AZ-89A, #11, 928-282-2153, sedonaartistmarket.com



COTTONWOOD



Hart of AZ Art Gallery, 1017 N. Main St., 928-202-4551, hartofazartgallery.com


The Muse Art Gallery, 735 N. Main St., 928-634-0003, the-muse-gallery.com



JEROME



Jerome Art Center, 885 Hampshire Ave., 928-821-2692, jeromeartcenter.com


Jerome Artists Cooperative, 502 Main St., 928-639-4276, jeromecoop.com


Zen Mountain Gallery, 515 Main St., 928-634-5009, zenmountaingallery.com



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