Martin Lawrence Galleries — Attraction in San Diego

Be prepared to be judged by yours looks.

I walked into this gallery with my s/o and were immediately met with a blond woman at a desk who looked us up and down, gave a raised lip, and completely ignored us. Five minutes later, another couple walked in (older, dressed for an occasion), and she was at their throats for their wallets. She walked around them, explaining every single thing she could about whatever piece they glanced at. We received no attention.

My s/o and I dress casually. Apparel isn't our primary form of expression, but I am admittedly a sucker for Murakami pieces. She would have known this had she gotten over her own self biases and held a conversation with us. The experience was distasteful because of this, and led me to having no interest in purchasing a piece from this gallery.

The pieces were reasonably priced, and the selection was impressive. Solid selection of Murakami as of writing this. If you want to be treated as a customer, wear something that "looks" expensive. If you just want to look at the pieces, dress casually. The service could study the pieces more deeply based off of the conversations I had to overhear. Could likely take a few lessons...

Always stop here when in Vegas to admire the art. I would always joke with my wife that if we won a bunch of money gambling I would come in and buy a Dali print, well this time the Dalis where on sale for a third of the price. After chatting with "Sin City" Cindy who was really nice and personable, the wifey bought me Dali's print "Hell" from the Divine Comedy series. This place has some amazing art and some from the masters that average people could buy. Cindy was a pleasure and had a big part to do with actually pulling the trigger and making the purchase. Thank you Cindy and the gallery, and...

My son invited me to a show featuring works by (one of my favorite artist!) Robert Deyber. Mr Deyber was actually at his show, spoke with everyone. Just a very sweet man. The gallery is wonderful. The layout and displayed works of art allowed one to "just move with it". Transition from one art form or artist was smooth. The consultants at this gallery are extreamly knowledgeable, polite, and give you the time and space you need to choose pieces to ask about. And ask you should! It was incredible listening to them. I learned a thing or two. It was a very pleasant experience , one I look forward...