Akrona Galleries — Attraction in Akron

I decided to give Akrona a try, based on a friend’s recommendation. I dropped off an 8x10 inch canvas and ordered a simple white frame. It was framing 101, really. I picked it up 2 weeks later; it looked crooked and rocked on the countertop. I told the gentleman it was rocking which means the angles are off and the miter cut incorrectly. He said it was because of the hanging wire. So I flipped it upside down so the hanging wire was up and the face frame down and it still rocked just as much, perhaps more. He looked at me with a blank stare. I gave up and left. I will...

Akrona galleries is an artist's Paradise and a joy to shop and browse the unique display of a multitude of original and amazing selections created by very talented artists. When visiting the Galleries you have the additional treat of viewing a beautiful and historic architectural building enhanced by the taste and imagination of owner, Darlene VerSluys, who restored it to its current interior and exterior perfection. ...

This is the only gallery in Akron for on the wall artwork although the summit art space has changing exhibits that change frequently by local artists. Art in this gallery appears shows a preference for contemporary or realistic art and the art of the in-house artist Many pictures are stacked against each other on the floor in addition to the full wall space. Sales lady is very helpful. In house artist talkative...