Art 101: Local galleries invite novices to come in and explore

Stories of art are popping up throughout Washtenaw County, ranging from Chelsea to Dexter to Ypsilanti. One local encourages others to put their intimidation aside and experience what the local arts community has to offer.

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Do you love art but are intimidated at the thought of visiting a gallery?

Truth be told, Gary Galvin once felt the same way – until his wife Doris began bringing artwork back from business travels, and Galvin was hooked. The couple went on to open Chelsea Gallery in downtown Chelsea.

But Galvin still understands the trepidation some people feel at stepping into an art gallery.

Read the rest of the story here, a story about a Dexter artist receiving recognition here and more local being put on public display in Ypsilanti here.