www.nakedartusa.com

Location: 3815 Clairmont Ave
Birhmingham, AL 35222

Phone: (205) 595-3553
Email: mail@nakedartusa.com
Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10:30 am-6:00 pm

Located in Birmingham, Alabama, Naked Art Gallery is not your typical gallery. In fact, by the looks of it on the outside you may not even think it a gallery at all. Surrounded by deep green trees and grass, Naked Art Gallery stands alone and proud in a countryside cottage setting; an eccentric setup with hints of bright originality (note the big red door and window frames).

Upon entering the gallery you're instantly surrounded by a surreal display of brilliant oranges and vibrant greens... a Dr. Seuss meets Willy Wonka-esque vibe. From pottery and paintings, to lamps and plants, you are truly awakened by the spirit of "wanting to understand and appreciate all of the artists' work with the "naked eye", without intimidating, "hi-brow" hidden meanings."

In the 'About' section of the gallery's website, it reads, "We simply want everyone to feel good about being here and to just enjoy the gallery's vibrancy." And that you do. A happy little gallery that will no doubt make you smile with delight the second you set foot inside, Naked Art Gallery is truly a unique find.

Be sure to browse their site completely, as you can get updates from joining their mailing list, browse great places to visit in Birmingham, and even read their impressive media list which includes the cable channel Turner South and the national travel guide, "Eccentric America", being awarded as "Best of The Road" by the Rand McNally Atlas, mentioned as a cool place to shop in the New York Times and Time Out New York! and also featured twice last year in the USA Today "Pop Candy" blog.

Here is just a tease of the treasures found within:

"A Timely Woman" by Tiffany Ownbey

"A Hah" by Tina Kirk

Rocket (light switch plate) by Veronique Vanblaere

Next week we will explore art galleries in the great state of Alaska! Come back soon.