Condos & Villas Gay Vallarta Condos - Condominiums LP - Beach condos PB - Beach condos ED - 3 bedrooms MDA Vallarta Gay Hotels Gay Vallarta Villas - 2 bedroom villas - Three bedrooms Gay Puerto Vallarta Art Gallery scene Botanical Gardens Cafes - internet Calendar of Events Community Groups Contact Info Fun - Excursions Gay Bars & Clubs Gay Beach Gay Cruises Tours Gay Links, etc Gay Puerto Vallarta Gyms - spas Law and Custom Lesbian Vallarta Malecon Map More Gay Bar photos More Gay Beach pics More Malecon photos More Vallarta Condos Other Beaches PV Sunset photos Quick Gay Travel tips Restaurants Services Shopping Straight Nightlife Tourist Information Vallarta Photos Vallarta Weather

Puerto Vallarta Art Galleries A good number of fine art galleries in Puerto Vallarta showcase many different kinds of indigenous art as well as many works by contemporary Mexican national and local artists, painters and sculptors, including expatriates. The Puerto Vallarta art scene is quite active especially from November through April when the art galleries have occasional cocktail party inaugurations for individual and collective artist exhibitions. There are now some 30 galleries and art stores in town. There is also a large amount of quality public artwork to be seen, especially on the downtown Puerto Vallarta malecon with its many sculptures and statues. Listed here are most of the best known Puerto Vallarta art galleries with a number of others thrown in for good measure. Please call the individual arts gallery for further details. Also see below for info on the weekly Puerto Vallarta Art Walk. Gay owned art stores and galleries that I know of are marked with ** Artesanias Flores - South Side/Zona Romantica - 282 Lazaro Cardenas.  Tel: 223-0773 Huichol art, handicrafts and jewelry at reasonable prices. A family-owned local business for over 25 years in Vallarta, with many small unique objects that make good presents. Workshops have been sometimes available for small groups to learn more about Huichol art and culture.  Mon-Sat, 10:30am-9pm, Sun 11am-4pm Artesanias Watakame - Central/Downtown - 327 Libertad.  Tel: 223-0773 A large selection of Huichol arts: yarn paintings, prayer bowls, masks and beaded sculptures of such revered animal figures as deer, iguanas, turtles and tigers. The owners of this Puerto Vallarta art store have extensive knowledge of Huichol art and culture. One of the best stores for indigenous native handicrafts or artesanias.  Mon-Sat, 10am-9pm; Sun, 10am-3pm. Dante Gallery - South Side - 269 Basilio Badillo.  Tel: 222-2477, 044-322-229-6648 Gallery specializing in original works by contemporary sculptors and recasts of well known bronze statues. Artists from all over Mexico, including Alejandro Colunga, Guillermo Gomez, Jonás Gutiérrez, Francisco Quintero, Rocio Sanchez and Meridy Volz. An eclectic and interesting collection by owners Claire and Joe Guarniere. Includes an interior painting and sculpture garden and fountains. In my estimation among the most vibrant and best Puerto Vallarta art galleries. Dante gallery opening night showings during the winter months, 6pm-10pm. Closed during off-season summer months and by appointment only.  Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm. Galeria Arte Latinoamericano - el Centro - 155 Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez.  Tel: 222-4406 Original works by Puerto Vallarta artists Marta Gilbert, Celeste Acevedo, Jose Guerrero, Eduardo Mejorada and Dolores Romero. The A. L. Gallery features contemporary painting, sculpture and a wide range of posters, lithographs and monotypes on two floors of exhibition space. Since 1998.  Mon-Sat, 10am-9pm. Galeria Corsica - Central - 230 Leona Vicario and 735 Guadalupe Sanchez, Tel: 223-1821, 222-9260  ** Contemporary fine Mexican art exclusively, with paintings, sculpture and art objects. Representing such artists as Ada Colorina, Jorge Marin, Paloma Torres, Rocio Caballero, Xavier Esqueda and Ulices Licea. Founded by partners Jean Pierre Renucci and Jose A. Villavicencio in 2001 and "dedicated to the promotion of contemporary Mexican artists". Galeria Corsica galleries also in Mexico City and Los Cabos.  Mon-Sat, 11am-2pm and 5pm-11pm.

Galeria Indigena - Central - 628 Juarez.  Tel: 223-0800 and 222-3007
An art store with an extensive collection from various indigenous cultures of Mexico: dance and ceremonial masks, black pottery from Oaxaca, unique "Day of the Dead" items, Huichol Indian bead and yarn work, hand blown glass, Nahua Indian lacquer art from Guerrero, religious art and figures, majolica and talavera ceramic pieces, as well as extraordinary bark paper etchings by internationally known artist Nicolas de Jesus and quality replicas of pre-Columbian sculptures by "Mama Mono". One of my personal favorites.  Mon-Fri, 10am-8pm; Sat, 10am-6pm; Sun, 11am-3pm.

Galeria de Ollas - Central - 176 Corona.  Tel: 223-1045
Beautiful Mexican pottery from the village of Mata Ortiz in the state of Chihuahua, Mexico (see two photos at page bottom) made in the same manner as the inhabitants of the ancient city of Paquime over 500 years ago. These beautiful polychrome ceramics with their meticulously crafted designs reflect much of the pre-Columbian culture’s mythology, with modern designs and style.  Mon-Sat, 10am-2pm and 4pm-9pm.

Galeria Omar Alonso - Central - 249 Leona Vicario.  Tel: 222-5587  **
This gay-owned Puerto Vallarta art gallery has mainly dedicated its space to antique and contemporary photography, engraving and sculpture. Photos and pieces have been displayed by artists such as Anderson & Low, Flor Garduño, Gabriel Figueroa, Michal Macku, Rodrigo Moya, and Luis Gonzalez Palma from Guatemala, one of the most successful Latin American photographers today. Across the street from restaurant Cafe des Artistes.  Mon-Sat, 11am-10pm.

Galeria Pacifico - Central - 174 Aldama.  Tel: 222-1982
One of the leading Puerto Vallarta art galleries since 1987. Mexican art with an emphasis on local painters such as Marco Alvarez, Alfredo Langarica, Rita Torlen and sculptor Ramiz Barquet (1920-2010, rest in peace), whose splendid work "Nostalgia" is one of the main pieces on the malecon. Another Barquet statue, "El Pescador" (the fisherman), can be found in the little square on Insurgentes Street near the Puerto Vallarta municipal/flea market. Galeria Pacifico is recommended by Frommer's and Fodor's guides to Mexico as among the best art galleries in Mexico. Sculpture, paintings, graphics and posters. Respected owner Gary Thompson. See below for details about the walking art tour of the malecon sponsored by the Pacifico gallery.  Mon-Sat, 10am-8pm.

Galeria Sol y Luna - Downtown/el Centro - 155-A Josefa Ortiz de Dominguez.  Tel: 113-0475  **
Paintings and sculptures by international artists such as Lena Bartula, Don Quade, Randy Cooper, Lorenzo Bruderer and Roberto Lopez Ramirez. Cocktails every Fri, 6pm-10pm, October-April.  Mon-Sat, 10am-8pm and Fri, 10am-10pm

Galeria Uno - Central - 561 Morelos.  Tel: 222-0908
Now with over 30 years at the same downtown location, Galeria Uno is the oldest Puerto art gallery in Puerto Vallarta. Showcasing art work by over 30 Mexican and international artists such as Ada Colorina, Francisco Curiel, Raymundo Gonzalez, Luz Elena Moreno and Jesus Lopez Vega. An eclectic collection of paintings, graphics and sculptures.  Mon-Sat, 10am-8pm.

Galeria Vertice - South Side - 179 Ignacio Vallarta.  Tel: 222-9415
Contemporary art. Artists whose work is regularly exhibited include Luis Varga, Marlinda von Rhus, Jaime Jose, Teresa Icaza and Mariano Pineda Matus.  Mon-Fri, 10ma-2pm and 5pm-9pm; Sat, 10am-3pm

Olinala Gallery - South Side/Romantic Zone - 274 Lazaro Cardenas.  Tel: 222-4995
Opened in 1978, Olinala is the most established folk art gallery in Vallarta. A collection of ceremonial dance masks, carvings and other indigenous creations, mostly from the southern states of Michoacan and Guerrero. Olinala has had high ratings in respected guide books.  Mon-Sat, 10am-2pm and 5pm-8pm.

Peyote People - Centro - 222 Juarez.  Tel: 222-6268, 222-2302
Yarn art, paintings and bead art of the Huichol indigenous peoples of the Sierra Mountains in Western Mexico. Peyote People is a fair trade co-operative based in Puerto Vallarta that provides most of the carvings to the artists as well as new iridescent glass beads that are imported exclusively into Mexico for their artists to use in their art. Visit the Peyote People - Huichol Indian Folk Art website for a look into the Huichol Indian ceremonial cycle.

Sergio Bustamante Gallery - Downtown - 275 Juarez.  Tel: 223-1405, 222-8321  **
Modern sculpture and original jewelry by one of Mexico's most famous living sculptors at his two art stores. Life-size animals done in bronze, ceramic and paper mache. Since 1975. Bustamante has several large public art sculptures on the Puerto Vallarta malecon. Galleries in Mexico City, Cancun, los Cabos and Guadalajara.  Mon-Sat, 10am-9pm; Sun, 11am-6pm.
 

Briefly, here are many of the other Puerto Vallarta art galleries and art stores:

Ana Romo Art Gallery  - Central - 803 Guadalupe Sanchez.  Tel: 223-5666
Mon-Sat, 11am-9pm

Art Gallery Millan - Central - 209 Aldama.  Tel: 237-3519, 044-322-137-3519
Sculpture, painting and mixed texture on two exhibition floors.  Mon-Sat, 11am-9pm

Arte de Las Americas Gallery - Marina -  Marina las Palmas II #16 (at Dock B).  Tel:  221-1985
Latin American contemporary figurative art from such states as Veracruz, Nayarit, Oaxaca and Mexico City. Sculptures in bronze and resins as well. Mon-Sat, 10am-2pm and 5pm-9pm.

Arte Popular Mexicano - Central - 285 Libertad.  Tel 222-6960
Pre-Columbian art, unique ceramic pieces, folk art and paintings.  Mon-Sat, 10am-9pm

Artte 550  - Central - 550 Hidalgo.  Tel 222-7365

Galeria Alpacora - South Side - 232 Ignacio Vallarta, Tel: 222-4179 and Downtown - 179 Corona.  Tel: 222-3077
Art store with a wide selection of baskets, Alpaca clothing, jewelry, altarpieces, gourds, sculptures, wall hangings, exquisite Mata Ortiz pottery, textiles and mirrors. Most items are meticulously handcrafted in small workshops or by individual artists.  Mon-Fri, 10am-8pm; Sat, 10am-1pm.

Galeria 8 y mas - Downtown - 186 Corona.   Tel: 223-9700
Modern Mexican painting with works by Enrique Monraz, Karla Rueda, Jose Luis Malo, Ricardo Ramirez and others.  Mon-Fri, 11am-2pm and 4pm-9pm; Sat, 2pm-4pm

Galeria Caballito del Mar  - Central - 162 Aldama.  Tel: 044-322-129-5209

Galeria Corona - Central - 164 Corona.  Tel: 222-4210
Offering wide ranging works from a variety of contemporary artists from Mexico City, Michoacan and Jalisco. Artists include painters Rubén Chuela, Leticia Tarragó and Paloma Rdz. Prendes as well as sculptors Arturo Macias and Maria Gomez.  Mon-Fri, 10am-3pm and 5pm-9pm; Sat 10am-3pm

Galeria Internacional - Central - 600-A Morelos, and Locale #8, Marina Las Palmas 1.   Tel: 221-0267
International art, sculpture and decor. Unusual items from all over Africa.  Mon-Fri, 10am-8pm; Sat 10am-4pm.

Galeria Nativa - South Side - 268-B Francisco Madero.
Authentic native Indian art: hand painted gourds, ceremonial and contemporary masks, figures, Huichol art.

Galeria Vallarta - Central - 265 Juarez.  Tel: 222-0290
Impressionist paintings by Moises Gomez and Nacho Becerra, graphics, masks, stained glass, sculptures in many mediums, limited edition lithographs, handicraft & jewelry. Since 1989, one half block south of the main downtown Plaza.  Mon-Sat 10am-8pm.

Galeria Whitlow - Centro - 233 Leona Vicario.  Tel: 222-8091

Galerie des Artistes - Central - 248 Leona Vicario.  Tel: 223-0006
Decorative items, art and antiques. Diego Rivera, Rafael Coronel, Feliciano Bejar and Evelyn Boren among other modern artists. Located across the street from the famed Puerto Vallarta restaurant Cafe des Artistes.  Mon-Sat, 11am-11pm.

Jalisco Institute of Handicrafts/Instituto de la Artesania Jalisciense - Central - 284 Juarez.  Tel: 222-1301
Operated by the State of Jalisco with a selection of handicrafts for sale. Daily, 9am-9pm

Niuweme - Downtown - 190 Guerrero.  Tel: 222-3419
Huichol art, native indigenous huichol yarn and bead art.  Mon-Sat, 10am-8pm

Patti Gallardo Eclectic Art - South Side - 250 Basilio Badillo.  Tel: 222-5712  **
Mon-Sat, 10am-4pm and 5pm-10pm

Quadro - South Side - 509 Olas Altas.  Tel: 222-9393
Works but such artisits as Sofia Crimen, Kiki Kaye, Angel Pahuamba, Alfonso Peña and Rocio Saenz.  Mon-Sat, 11am-9pm

T. Fuller Fine Art - Downtown - 169 Corona.  Tel: 222-2626, 222-8196  **
Works to exhibit some of the fine modern artists of Latin America and the United States.  Tues-Fri, 10am-6pm; Sat, 10am-2pm

The Loft Galeria - Central - 176-A Corona.  Tel: 222-6353
Unique works at the Loft Gallery by Carmen Alarcon, Javier Arevalo, Georgina Aviles, Marianela de la Hoz, Norma Pardo, David Alfaro Siqueiros, Miriam Slater and many other fine artists. Mon-Fri, 11am-6pm; Sat, 11am-3pm
 

Art Studios/Individual Artists

Pat Henry -  La Cruz de Huanacaxtle - #6 Las Glorias.  Tel: 295-5289
By appointment.

Angeline Kyba - Gringo Gulch - 635 Cuauhtemoc street.  Tel: 222-4238
Vallarta painter Angeline Kyba has her studio-gallery open to visitors Mon-Fri, 12pm-5pm

Meg Munro Studio - Central - 1225 Ecuador.  Tel: 223-1142
You can call for your private viewing of Puerto Vallarta artist Meg Munro at her studio at 1225 Ecuador street. Weds, 10am-7pm

Wade Sabat - Central - 1565 Puerto Rico.  Tel: 223-0446
Open by appointment.
 

Special Notes - Puerto Vallarta Arts and Culture

Art Walk Puerto Vallarta Downtown 2010-2011
The ever-popular Old Town Art Walk this year has some 15 participating Puerto Vallarta art galleries which host complimentary cocktail receptions and expositions on Wednesday nights from 6pm-10pm during the high season winter months starting this year October 27, 2010 until May 25, 2011. People wander from gallery to gallery in search of art, conversation and the perfect glass of wine, certainly a good way to meet some Puerto Vallarta artists and make new friends. Galleries participating this year are Ana Romo Art Gallery, Art Gallery Millan, Artte 550, Corsica Galeria de Arte I and II, Galeria 8 y mas, Galeria A.L. Arte Latinoamericano, Galeria Caballito del Mar, Galeria Corona, Galeria de Ollas, Galeria Uno, Galeria Whitlow, Pacifico Gallery, Sergio Bustamante, and The Loft Galeria. Look for a map at your hotel or in participating galleries. Main info here for the Puerto Vallarta Art Walk. Another good local source for general information on Puerto Vallarta Art Galleries.

Walking Art Tour of the Puerto Vallarta Malecon
Galeria Pacifico sponsors a Public Sculpture Walking Tour that starts at 9:30am every Tuesday at the Millennium sculpture near the Hotel Rosita at the north end of the PV Malecon. You might be able to meet some of the sculptors of the statues and hear them speak about their work along the mile long malecon. Galeria Pacifico owner Gary Thompson acts as your guide and talks about the present local art scene. The Walking Art Tour every Tuesday, 9:30am-11:30am, Nov 17, 2009 to April 13, 2010. Free, no reservation. For further information call the Puerto Vallarta Pacifico Gallery, Tel: 222-1982

Puerto Vallarta Artists Open Studios
As Alex Gomez reports in the PV Scene Puerto Vallarta Artists Open Studios, from Dec 2009 through March 2010 a dozen Puerto Vallarta artists are allowing guests to visit them in their studios so they can be observed working at their art. Artists include Fernando Sánchez, Ada Colorina, Rogelio Diaz, Angeline Kyba and Irere Topete. Open studios from 10am-10pm on these dates: Dec 19-20, Jan 16-17, Feb 20-21 and Mar 20-21, 2010.
 

Puerto Vallarta Festival Gourmet - November 11-21, 2010
The annual Puerto Vallarta Festival Gourmet in November features the culinary talents of local chefs of PV and Nayarit state, as well as some guest chefs from internationally acclaimed restaurants and hotels. Highlights of the Festival include cooking classes, cheese seminars, tequila madness night and the Gourmet brunch at Café des Artistes. Participating Puerto Vallarta restaurants include Kaiser Maximilian, La Palapa, Le Kliff, Los Xitomates, Porto Bello, the River Cafe, Trio and some 15 other restaurants and PV hotels. Tel: 222-2247

Puerto Vallarta Film Festival of the Americas - Dec 2-6, 2009
The Puerto Vallarta International Film Festival event brings together filmmakers of divergent styles and subjects who face remarkably similar obstacles to the production and distribution of their films. At its core, the Festival hopes to create a forum where these films and filmmakers can come together and share their art, ideas and cultures. An annual event. Tel: 297-1605 and 297-1947

Santa Barbara Theater - South Side - 351 Olas Altas - Tel: 223-2048
Closed now, alas.