Administrated by the Parks and Recreation Department, the Manhattan Beach Creative Arts Center is a public gallery located on Manhattan Beach Boulevard. Open four days a week, the gallery features regularly scheduled shows featuring the work of local, national and international artists. To view a schedule of upcoming exhibits, visit the Manhattan Beach Creative Arts Center website.
Riley Arts is a gallery and framing store on Manhattan Avenue, just blocks from the beach. The small gallery makes good use of the wall space to display its collection of original artwork, limited edition prints and stylish mirrors. Custom framing is also available, with a wide range of framing options and materials to choose from.
The John Post Gallery is housed in a cute, cottage-style building on Manhattan Avenue, less than three blocks from the beach. According to Mr. Post, the gallery's focus is on photography, prints, posters, limited edition panoramas and hand-colored infrareds. The gallery is open to the public from Wednesday through Sunday.
Original artwork and custom framing are the specialties of this small, family-owned gallery and framing shop. For more than 20 years, Gail and her professional staff have maintained a strong connection to the community, thanks to their attention to details and personalized service. All framing work is done on the premises, with many unique glass, wood and moulding options to choose from. Conservation framing is also available for old or delicate items.
For 40 years, ceramic artist Frank Matranga has made his home his studio and gallery in Manhattan Beach, at the southeast corner of Ardmore Avenue and 1st Street. Matranga built the studio in the back of his house to create one-of-a-kind hand-crafted ceramic art for local businesses and individuals. His unique style is made especially clear in his ceramic murals, which he creates for banks and office buildings. The gallery features pots, vases, small murals and other decorative pieces of various sizes, shapes and colors.