The Story So Far
by Ken Morrow Then it was early Spring, 1969. I was a young man trapped in an old man’s life. Unskilled at obeying the stop signs and speed limits of a dead-end marriage, at navigating the blind curves and rock … Read More
Joyce Fritz and Her “Yipes!” Collection
Eye’s Gallery is excited to carry for the first time some of Joyce Fritz’s charming creations from a line of jewelry that she calls “Yipes!” This collection consists of colorful, impeccably detailed and whimsical bug pins made of clay. They … Read More
Dear Julia: an art show and a celebration
I had the privilege of interviewing Julia Zagar in advance of her upcoming show, Dear Julia, at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens commemorating her significance in her husband Isaiah’s long career and within his oeuvre, as well as the transformation of their … Read More
Mexican Retablo and Ex- Voto Art
The retablo is an art form that flourished in colonial Mexico, reaching the height of its popularity in the latter part of the 19th century. Painted primarily by provincial, untrained artists on inexpensive materials such as copper, tin, and wood, … Read More
July Sale!
25% OFF SELECTED CLOTHING AND JEWELRY, AND ALL MASKS! Please note: Eye’s Gallery will be closed on Saturday, July 4th. (We only close four days a year!) But we’ll be back again on Sunday. Hope everyone has a great holiday!!
Luz Maria Salinas: Painting with Straw
The art of straw painting, or designing with tiny pieces of colored straw, is a Mexican folk tradition that dates back to the sixteenth century. In this tradition, the artist uses dyed popotillo, a type of native Mexican grass, to … Read More
Cool Customers, Awesome Staff
We don’t have to tell you how special our customers are- you already know that you guys rock! But once in awhile, we come across someone that really, almost literally seems to belong here. This was the case the other … Read More
Morphing for Love
Our display artist and creative staff have been very busy these past few days. The season of love is on its way, and we are preparing with new, intricate installations, gorgeous new jewelry, and much, much more! Here is just … Read More