About BRIO Art Gallery

THE ART

BRIO carries work by regional and national artists in an eclectic and relaxed setting.

BRONZE:  The impressive collection of bronze sculpture includes works by renowned artists, including Veryl Goodnight, Bill Mack, Sandy Scott, Susanne Vertel, Gerald Balciar, JR Eason, and Burl Jones.

PAINTINGS:  Looking for oils, watercolors, soft or oil pastel, collage, mixed media, acrylic?  Landscapes, floral or figurative works?  Realistic, impressionistic, whimsical, gentle abstraction, or primitive?  Something by Beth Bird, Gerard Erley, Michael DeFrancesco, Eddie Corkery, Colette Odya Smith or one of our many other artists?  It’s here at BRIO.

ETCHINGS: Our etchings range from Larry Welo’s thoughtful Wisconsin landscapes to Carol Travers Lummus’ whimsical and funny visual commentaries on life.  From Melanie Fain’s exquisite butterflies and kittens to Beth Bird’s richly handcolored etchings and solar plate etchings by Nancy Lindsay.

JEWELRY: Handmade by skillful designers and artists, including David Rosales, GL Miller, Arlee Kasselman, Barbara Briggs, Sharon DeFrancesco, Arden Nowers, and Diana Ferguson.

CERAMICS: The range of styles and prices make ceramics a popular item at BRIO.  Whether it’s handcarved porcelain by Dwain Naragon and Roberta Polfus, botanical tiles by Arlene Knaak, or woodfired and pitfired sculptural vessels by Dean Dunkel, there is something for just about everyone.

AND MORE:  blown glass, handpainted rock animals, Zuni fetishes, cameo glass. There is always something new at BRIO.

FRAMING

Custom Framing at BRIO is a personal experience.  Our Certified Professional Framer, Deb, and experienced framing consultant, Larry, will work with your to meet all your framing needs. 

THE PREMISES

Four bright gallery rooms are accentuated by a curved staircase and a three-story skylight. Our private courtyard, lush with ferns and vines, is reminiscent of New Orleans.  During warm weather it is perfect spot for artist demos and small social gatherings. 

THE CAT

Gallery cat, Colby, reigns over the premises.