Island Art Galleries Adapt to Open in This Unusual Season
This summer, the Alison Shaw Gallery will be open only by appointment, which could be as simple as calling from the sidewalk outside.
This summer, the Alison Shaw Gallery will be open only by appointment, which could be as simple as calling from the sidewalk outside.
Boat series, part of Alison's new work.
Boat series, part of Alison's new work.
In-stock prints on canvas hang in the gallery.
In-stock prints on canvas hang in the gallery.
Owner Elizabeth Eisenhauer welcomes you to the gallery located on North Water street.
Owner Elizabeth Eisenhauer welcomes you to the gallery located on North Water street.
The Eisenhauer Gallery is known for its eclectic paintings and playful but elegant showroom.
The Eisenhauer Gallery is known for its eclectic paintings and playful but elegant showroom.
Art on the wall by Cheri Christensen.
Art on the wall by Cheri Christensen.
Artsist Santiago Garcia created the Converse sneakers themed paintings.
Artsist Santiago Garcia created the Converse sneakers themed paintings.
Louisa Gould is posting art shows on her website, while welcoming customers to her 2,000-square-foot gallery.
Louisa Gould is posting art shows on her website, while welcoming customers to her 2,000-square-foot gallery.
Louisa Gould Gallery is on Main street, Vineyard Haven.
Louisa Gould Gallery is on Main street, Vineyard Haven.
She represents dozens of artists at Louisa Gould Gallery.
She represents dozens of artists at Louisa Gould Gallery.
Paintings by Peter Batchelder.
Paintings by Peter Batchelder.
Ruel Gallery in Menemsha is open by appointment only.
Ruel Gallery in Menemsha is open by appointment only.
Colin's wife Nettie Kent shows here jewelry also.
Colin's wife Nettie Kent shows here jewelry also.
Landscapes and portraits occupy the walls.
Landscapes and portraits occupy the walls.
It's a family affair for Colin Ruel and his gallery.
It's a family affair for Colin Ruel and his gallery.
While the wine will not flow at exhibit openings this summer, galleries are looking at creative ways to stay open, both online and in person.