812 Royal Gallery — Attraction in New Orleans

812 Gallery is a beautiful space with a carefully curated collection. The atmosphere is that of a quintessentially New Orleans setting, invoking both historical architecture and contemporary design esthetics. Jim Blanchard’s watercolors are meticulous in detail; and Thomas Bruno’s sculptures are, to me, reminiscent of what Degas may be creating if he were alive today. Other artists represented complete a delightfully eclectic exhibit. The staff, perhaps the proprietors I didn’t inquire, were extremely friendly, exceedingly knowledgeable and very patient with me as I visited the collection. I consider it a “Must see” while in New Orleans and in the French Quarter...

In a city of incredible art, 812 Royal Gallery is a standout destination, offering the perfect curation of pieces, ranging from local, emerging, and long-standing classics.

The gallery owner, Kyla, provides an expert eye and thoughtful consultation to ensure that everyone finds something special. She makes transport a breeze and truly dedicates her passion to making art accessible and an emblematic experience of any New Orleans visit.

Highly recommend making this gallery a must stop next time you're in the...

There is a cute new hidden gem of an art gallery on Royal St. I love what the curator has done with the space — nice, refreshing blend of historical/classic works with a taste of New Orleans and modern art. No shortage of great art to peruse in the Quarter, but add 812 Royal to your list to visit. I would love to get one of Blanchard or Hayden Hall’s pieces, but I fear they’ll get swooped up before I...