Art Walk

One block from the Malecón, this prestigious gallery was established in 1971 and for the past 40 years has consistently featured the finest Mexican artists, from those with international reputations to local, most-talked-about artists. Jan Lavender. Martina Goldberg and Linda Gómez are exceptionally well informed about art and they pride themselves in displaying nothing but the best in a charming and exciting atmosphere.

Ana Maldonado, Teresa Galvan y Yolanda Franco Acevedo have set out on the great adventure to bring about their dream, and the dream has a name: RO’WO, Hands joining passionately for ethnic creations… Searching for these beautiful, unique designs that are hard to be found and stand for ancient times, when art was made with the heart in hands, the hands of the real handcrafter. The love these three women feel for the indigenous arts and all its ethnic manifestations has become a colorful physical space, vibrant with life and movement come and visit this beautiful Gallery

It is the mission of The Loft Galeria to present permanent collections and monthly exhibitions featuring works of the finest emerging, mid-career and established contemporary and modern artists of the Americas.  At The Loft Galeria, an International boutique gallery in a setting evoking the great urban Art Spaces and in the heart of the historical El Centro located in the gallery zone of Puerto Vallarta. Respect and passion for Art is reflected in the manner of its unique tri-level presentation.  We are independent art dealers who provide value in assisting individuals and corporations in developing their collections with personalized and confidential service. Collections may include, fine art: paintings, sculpture, drawings, works on paper, jewelry and sculpture.

Exclusively dedicated to showcasing the pottery of Mata Ortiz, Mexico. This little town in he middle of the desert in Chihuahua State is the hometown to about 400 ceramists who create a unique art form made with clay. Each piece is painstakingly hand-built from coils and painted free-hand with great refinement.

The Centro Historico Artwalk is a self guided art tour held every Wednesday from 6pm to 10pm, normally from November to May annually.   Many participating art galleries in the centro zone of Puerto Vallarta provide local and international artists, their work and a great opportunity to discuss the thriving arts and culture scene.    A free map brochure with information about the Centro Historico ArtWalk and to the participating galleries is available at most all of the major hotels, businesses and galleries in town, or online at VallartaArtWalk.com.    The participating galleries offer the beginner or the most sophisticated art lover the chance to view many different types of mediums, paintings, folk art, sculptures, and pottery. The walking tour is very accessible from the new malecon in Puerto Vallarta and the Plaza Juarez and Hidalgo parking lots provide nearby parking access.