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 Welcome
to the Judith Hale Gallery in Los Olivos!
It has been a while since I have updated the information about the
gallery. Today seems to be the right time for doing just that.
In case you haven’t visited us here in Los Olivos, I hope that
you will consider it for a great get away. Our community has become quite
noted for its wine tasting shops, and the Santa Ynez Valley for its vineyards.
Over many years the focus has changed from horse ranching and cattle
grazing to the current vineyard expansion. Large and small ranches still
draw many to the area, to the open spaces, and beautiful night skies.
Those of us lucky enough to live here want it to remain the same; we
like the American flag in the center of town, which we lower for the
passing of our own.
Visitors like to stroll our few streets, stop in at the various galleries
and shops, dine or spend a quiet night at the hotel. We are not
far, about 35 miles north of Santa Barbara, so travelers can make a visit
here easily for a day trip (especially when it is foggy on the
coast).
The wildflowers are generally beautiful up on Figueroa Mountain
in the spring, its just a little way up the road from here. We have
two ranges
that separate this valley into a very lovely region, and there
is plenty to enjoy.
I first opened my gallery here in 1987 with my sister, Nancy Phelps.
After several years we separated our partnership and I continued
with the gallery, eventually getting my current gallery space
in 1997. That
was the start of the Judith Hale Gallery. A previous gallery
had featured western art, so when I was able to rent the space, many
of those artists
contacted me about their works. It was time for new things and
opportunities. I was blessed by the changes. I decided to incorporate
both traditional
and western styles. My gallery was soon full of wonderful artwork
by noted artists, with both regional and national recognition.
We designed
a sculpture garden and established a wonderful place for people
to enjoy.
In January, 2000, the next door gallery closed, and we were given
the opportunity to expand into that location. Due to a change
in ownership
of the property, in March, 2008, we had to close that space to
make way for the owners wine tasting shop. We were able to condense
the
two galleries
into one again, and it looks great.
We represent about 80 artists, including painters, and sculptors of bronze and stone. In addition we have wonderful jewelry, wood
turnings,
garden
sculptures and some ceramics. Works are in representational,
impressionistic, and traditional styles.
I left a career in grocery, 25 years with Safeway Stores, never
having a clue about this business. Somehow, I got hooked, and
have continued
now for 22 years! I have been active in the community, and served
on most all of the local boards, including the Los Olivos Business
Organization,
the Los Olivos Gallery Organization, the Santa Ynez Valley General
Plan Advisory Committee, and others. I am active in my church
fellowship. I have three grown children in various careers; and
love having
my Mom
working with me each day. I have great staff that is here to
help you every day.
Well, that’s about all I can think to tell you just now, but please
stop in, or call us to see how we can provide you with the perfect fit
for your art purchase. We look forward to meeting you.
Blessings,
Judy
Committed
to presenting exceptional fine art guaranteed to captivate your senses.
Works of over 75 nationally and regionally recognized painters, sculptors,
and jewelers grace the gallery's historical architecture. Experience
representational and impressionistic styles, of traditional or western
themes.
Judith Hale Gallery & Judith Hale
Gallery South was filmed for the comedy film Sideways and
artists works
were placed throughout many locations featured in the film.
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