Qbix Gallery

though they have now closed, the owners have moved a couple blocks and opened a new store, forsyth (sp?) on 3^rd st just above market.
i really loved dropping in on them on first fridays and seeing what was new — like bill mentioned they really have stuff that goes beyond ordinary, but you’d have to talk to them or do your research to get the full back story. one of my favorite galleries consisted of these thick pieces with random splatterings of maroons, bright blues and hot pinks. turns out the maroon was all cow’s blood, and the pieces were so thick because the artist used layer upon layer of resin, so they were actually slightly 3D. you could look into the piece from the side and see all the different layers. maybe a little freaky to hang cow blood on your walls, but such a cool concept. the owners are very cool people, very laid back and creative and also my neighbors, so i’m a bit biased!

Although it’s on the small size, Qbix has a big heart and offers of a lot of eclectic art displays. It showcases a new Exhibit every 2 months, and it features artists who go beyond the ordinary. one month they might have and exhibit with a carnival theme. the next they’ll have one that features fantasy artists who do art that go beyond the traditional style you’ll find in a Dungeons and Dragons manual. one month they even had art that had hidden definitions inside it. it really has some fascinating stuff.
On most Gallery debuts they have people from Peroni on hand to sample out free beer.