There are tons of galleries in San Francisco. If you’re new to purchasing art though, it can be intimidating. You might like something but then be forced to pass when you discover it costs a fortune.
There is a way to ease your toe into these waters, and support local artists at the same time. 7×7.com just profiled four San Francisco galleries that will sell you pieces of art for as little as $5 to $50. At these prices, you can buy what you like and not worry about buyer’s remorse.
- 3 Fish Studios $5 to $200, 10am – 6pm, 4541 Irving St. (Outer Sunset)
- Secession Art and Design $30+, 2pm – 7pm, 3235 Mission St. (Bernal Heights)
- Creativity Explored $20+, 10am – 5pm, 3245 16th St. (Upper Market)
- Lost Art Salon $50 – $500, 10am – 5:30pm, 245 South Van Ness Ave. Suite #303 (Mission)
This might be a perfect time to check out one or all of these places. An original art piece might make a great holiday gift. If nothing else, visiting these shops is a great way to spend an afternoon.
To see the entire 7×7.com feature, with descriptions of each shop and the kind of art it sells, click here.
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