In the final hour, Kim Caron decided to carry on, with a small group of loyal artists, a larger consignment collection, and a wider array of clay, glass, jewelry and wood. As one of the original artists of Gallery 127, she felt a strong sense of ownership when the chance arose to manage the gallery to her taste.

“As a pastellist, I love 2D work. However, I have a lifelong attraction to functional art, and feel that it has a broad-based appeal to many people who aren’t as interested in an original piece strictly for beauty’s sake.”

To that end, she has filled her store with art glass, ceramic work of uncommon decorative value, and functional wood and steel in addition to watercolors, oils, pastels, photography, and mixed media. Under her hand, the gallery has taken on a strong contemporary feel. This contrasts nicely with the hundred-year-old building that houses the collection.

Her artist group is growing steadily, as well as the variety of work available. For examples, please select a medium.

In July of 2010, the Gallery storefront has been closed due to illness. We hope to continue sharing our love of art with you online later this year.