York & Friends Fine Art has the best collection of art in the Nashville area. There is a great variety of local artists, though our favorites are the whimsical pieces of Ron York, Emily Little & Bradley Wilson. We also enjoy the life-like representations of Beth Affolter. Before finding York & Friends, the art in our house was limited to mass-produced pieces. We now enjoy over a dozen, one-of-a-kind, pieces of hand crafted artwork in our home, including commissioned paintings through York & Friends. But, what my wife and I appreciate the most about York & Friends, is Ron. He's a person who genuinely loves art and loves people. When I walk into his gallery it feels like I'm visiting a friend who really enjoys what he does. Because of that, my wife and I give Ron and York & Friends Fine art the...
Read moreWith stunning art wrapping its walls, a visit to York & Friends Fine Art is like an inspiring day at a museum and then you realize – hey, I can afford to take home several of these gorgeous pieces! Over two decades ago, Ron York introduced me to the concept of buying and collecting work from local artists. I feel in love with the experience of knowing the artist and their story while finding the perfect piece to reflect the moment in our family’s life. Ron makes the experience of buying art a friendly, unpretentious and approachable experience. In addition to the visual works of art, I’m now addicted to collecting original jewelry and pottery. York & Friends Fine Art also does so much for Nashville area nonprofits, I’ve had plenty of opportunities to buy art for a...
Read moreI've visited this gallery several times and bought a few pieces here -- one painting, one piece of jewelry. I love this place -- the owner brings in art from local artists, there is a lot of variety, and something at every price point. I really don't know anything about visual art and can sometimes be intimidated in places like this where my lack of knowledge is evident, but the atmosphere here is so relaxed and laid back it's just fun to look around. No high pressure sales pitch either, which is a big plus for me. I like to come out here sometimes just to look around, and I've found that it's a great place to find a gift for myself or for...
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