Bedford Gallery

I went to their "multi-sensory experience" Rock N roll Friday because they stated "you're invited to take in this extraordinary collection while reveling in the soundtrack of the psychedelic generation." And guess what that consisted of?:Someone's Spotify barely audible in the background. Completely misleading. Not sure what the point of the show was : there was no overarching show description anywhere , mostly B side prints and a few prints that weren't abstract at all thrown in.

We visited here for the first time today to check out the current exhibit "Reclaimed: the art of Recology". If Recology sounds familiar, that's probably because you've seen the name emblazoned on the recycling containers that you put out at the curb every week. Get this - the recycling company has had an artist-in-residence program for over thirty years, in which they sponsor artists with studio space, a stipend, and access to the unwanted detritus of the city with which they create art.The Bedford Gallery has curated an excellent exhibit of a small sampling of the works of over 200 artists and students. The art works are an impressive transformation of things like coaxial cable, plywood scraps, broom handles, Ikea shopping bags, 16mm film, and innumerable other discoveries that others have purged from their lives. To call this mixed media is an understatement.The gallery staff were very friendly today and were pleased that someone had actually showed up. We walked in about an hour after opening and they said we were first; no one else entered during our longer-than-expected visit. Such a shame, really, because this place is just a block from the downtown shops and restaurants. If the other exhibits throughout the year are this good, then Walnut Creek has an underappreciated jewel here. We'll be keeping an eye on their future exhibits.We were able to visit this place free of charge using our local library's Discover and Go program. This is also available to users of the Contra Costa County Library system. The regular price of admission is a nominal $5 for persons 13 and older - not bad at all for a little cultural interlude.

Starting in July the Bedford Gallery will go to a "Pay What You Can" community model. I also recently attended one of their outdoor art walks which was well worth it for only $5. They have them on the third Saturday of each month.

Great little gallery with a variety of different types of art from sculptures to woodwork to video to graphic art to fabrics very interesting

I tried to drown my sorrows, but the bastards learned how to swim, and now I am overwhelmed by this decent and good feeling. - Frida KahloI saw that there was an exhibit that was paying homage to Frida Kahlo and decided that I had to get there! Like many people, I love Frida. Between her art and her overall being, I am a huge fan. When we were directed by GPS that we had reached our destination but I didn't see "Bedford Gallery" I circled around the block once more and came to the conclusion that it must be inside this museum/movie theater building. Parking is literally next door to the place so that was convenient and pretty cheap I might add. Once I walked inside I noticed that they had a display if you will of the Hispanic Culture/ Frida Kahlo things right outside and that's what led me to the gallery. The hostess at the door was very nice and informed us that the original pictures towards the back were off limits for pictures but the rest was fine to be photographed. Overall, the gallery was beautiful! Full of original and fan art of Frida. It was interesting to see that so many different people loved Frida from all different walks of life! I had some favorites and was even interested in buying some art! The only thing that was missing was a cocktail!Tips: Don't think that you are lost when looking for the galleryPros: Parking is near so if you want to wear heels, don't hesitate. Cons: No Cocktails.

My cousin needed to go to an art gallery for an assignment and we encountered Bedford when searching for a place nearby. We came during their Off the Menu exhibit and it was so cool. I love the collection and I am definitely coming back for the next exhibit. It's also affordable as well!

Still fabulous! I used DISCOVER AND GO and got two free passes!The current exhibit is "Sweet 'n Low" an international Show of Cute(June 22nd to August 27, 2017)The exhibit features work from over 130 local,national and international artists.Cute and awwwww to macabre and ewwwww. Although most of the artists' names aren'tones you recognize there is a wonderful drawing by Margaret Keane "Girl with Cat."Different media from painting, watercolor, collage, sculpture, sewn and knitted works, will evoke,smiles, giggles, gasps, amazement and more feelings than one has felt in a long time.I love this kind of art where it is fun, bizarre, quirky, and amazingly awesome. Not to be a snob but classic art forms and well known works take a back site to this funart. i've seen many exhibits here. It is a small but lovely --a bright very approachable space.The volunteers here are very friendly. My only gripe is that the exhibits ere there for onlya short time (4-6 weeks). The regular admission is $5? Free with your Discover and Go Pass.I took some photos that may not entirely reelect the spirit of this exhibit.Please forgive the blurriness.

Lovely gallery tucked away in the performing arts center of Walnut Creek. It's a block or two down the street from BART and accessible via the free bus/trolley. The exhibit I attended was well curated with an informative audio tour available for free. Admission is very affordable and while the gallery is small, there are many interesting stories to take in through the pieces. It is a calm, quiet spot to take in art, although it gets very loud when people are exiting the theatre upstairs from a show. Overall, a great value and addition to your day in Walnut Creek.

A quaint art gallery in one of the more calm areas in Walnut Creek. I would have never known this existed had it not been for Discover & Go. I visited during the Botanica gallery and the art displayed was remarkable. For only $5 of admission, you can see some of most interesting local works...and possibly even purchase pieces if you're interested. There is a kind and helpful lady who works at the front desk where you can pay and pick up brochures about the exhibition or the gallery itself. And they have interesting exhibitions coming up! I should be coming back for the superhero and lego based ones.

Most interesting traveling exhibits and run by very nice people. Tickets are cheap at just five dollars for adults.