Gene Francis Gallery — Attraction in San Luis Obispo

Same as Jack ZZZ in the other review, me and my gf were strolling SLO as tourists and we wandered in because the Coca Cola bench outside caught my eye. If you're a fan of the old, the vintage, the 50s you're gonna love this place. Gene has amassed a stunning collection of everything vintage. Cereal boxes, sports gear, technology, army jackets, everywhere you look he has something incredible. We ended up staying around an hour just looking and talking to Gene who's an excellent conversationalist and very wise. Felt like I had gone back 70 years. Lastly, his paintings reflect his hobby of collecting old things and I can't wait to buy some once I...

This guy is a rare talent. His artwork is stunning. He captures scenes from the eye and imagination of a true artist. The models he uses are beautiful, the detail in city scape and bar rooms pulled me into another world. Sure, the antiques are cool and being 70, I can appreciate it all, but the paintings are what this shop is about. Gene is a very personable and humble cat for the great talent that he is. So good to meet you Gene. See you next time we're in town and if that Billy Holliday painting is still there...

Lot of interesting nostalgia in addition to the paintings. A must to visit especially if you have visited or lived in the...