Frequently Asked Questions
Bruno David Gallery is a contemporary art gallery at 7513 Forsyth Boulevard, Saint Louis, Missouri 63105, in downtown Clayton. The gallery exhibits painting, photography, sculpture, video art, prints and drawing by emerging and established artists, and has published more than 195 art catalogues. Public hours are Tuesday through Friday from 12:00 to 6:00 pm and Saturday from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Private appointments are available any day of the week. Call 1.314.696.2377 or email info@brunodavidgallery.com.
Visiting the gallery
Where is Bruno David Gallery located?
Bruno David Gallery is at 7513 Forsyth Boulevard, Saint Louis, Missouri 63105, in downtown Clayton, the inner-ring suburb immediately west of the city of St. Louis. The gallery is about a four-minute walk from the MetroLink Forsyth station, and the WashU West Campus shuttle stops at the corner of Jackson and Forsyth. Full transit and parking details are on the directions and parking page.
What are Bruno David Gallery's hours?
Bruno David Gallery is open to the public Tuesday through Friday from 12:00 to 6:00 pm and Saturday from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, Central Time. The gallery is closed Sunday and Monday. During July and August the gallery runs a modified summer schedule and is open by appointment only. Private appointments can be arranged any day of the year by emailing info@brunodavidgallery.com or calling 1.314.696.2377.
Is admission to Bruno David Gallery free?
Admission to Bruno David Gallery is free. No ticket or reservation is required during public hours. Visitors are welcome to browse the current exhibition at their own pace, and gallery staff are on hand to answer questions about the work on view or about the artists the gallery represents.
Is there parking at Bruno David Gallery?
Free parking is available during open hours in the outdoor lot behind Bruno David Gallery, entered from Lee Avenue. Park in the spaces marked "Retail Customer Parking Only." Metered street parking is available on weekdays, and street parking in Clayton is free on Saturday and Sunday.
Is Bruno David Gallery wheelchair accessible?
Visitors to Bruno David Gallery who need accessible parking should use the indoor garage at the Lee Avenue entrance, park in the spaces marked "Visitors Only," and take the elevator to the first floor, where the gallery is located. Further detail is in the gallery's accessibility policy. If you have a specific access question before your visit, email info@brunodavidgallery.com and the gallery will help you plan.
Does Bruno David Gallery have more than one space?
Yes. In addition to the main gallery at 7513 Forsyth Boulevard, Bruno David Gallery operates Window on Forsyth, a street-facing exhibition space next door at 7513A Forsyth Boulevard that is visible from the sidewalk at any hour, and the Columbia Archive Gallery at 2731 Hickory Street, Saint Louis, Missouri 63104. All three spaces share the same phone number and email.
Can I schedule a group or school tour of Bruno David Gallery?
Bruno David Gallery welcomes scheduled tours for school groups, art organizations and special interest groups. Email info@brunodavidgallery.com at least a few weeks in advance so the gallery can arrange for a staff member to lead the tour and confirm a time that does not fall during an exhibition changeover.
Can I see artwork that is not currently on view?
Bruno David Gallery holds a large inventory beyond what hangs in the current exhibition, including works by represented artists and consigned works from other artists and estates. If you are interested in a particular artist or a specific piece, email info@brunodavidgallery.com to arrange a private viewing by appointment.
Buying art and working with the gallery
How can I buy artwork from Bruno David Gallery?
There are three ways to buy work from Bruno David Gallery. You can visit the gallery in person in Clayton during public hours, contact the gallery at 1.314.696.2377 or info@brunodavidgallery.com to ask about a specific work, or browse and purchase available pieces through the online shop. For works not listed online, email the gallery and a staff member will send images, dimensions and pricing.
What kind of art does Bruno David Gallery exhibit?
Bruno David Gallery exhibits contemporary art across a range of media, including painting, photography, sculpture, video art, prints and drawing. The program pairs artists working in St. Louis and the Midwest with artists of international reputation, and exhibitions frequently engage current cultural and social questions. The full roster is on the artists page, and what is on view now is on the exhibitions page.
Does Bruno David Gallery ship artwork?
Bruno David Gallery ships artwork domestically and internationally, and arranges crating, insurance and delivery through professional fine art shippers. Shipping is quoted per work, since cost depends on size, medium, fragility and destination, and shipping, crating and insurance charges are payable in advance. Local delivery and installation in the St. Louis area can also be arranged. Email info@brunodavidgallery.com for a quote.
Does Bruno David Gallery offer art consulting?
Bruno David Gallery offers art consulting to private, corporate and institutional collectors. Gallery owner Bruno David has more than 40 years of experience advising on contemporary art and works with clients on acquisitions, placement and building a collection over time. Corporate and commercial projects are handled through Bruno David Art Consulting. To start a conversation, email info@brunodavidgallery.com.
Can I commission an artwork through Bruno David Gallery?
Bruno David Gallery arranges custom commissions with the artists it represents. Send your idea, along with the intended location, approximate dimensions, budget range and timeline, to info@brunodavidgallery.com, and the gallery will match you with artists whose practice suits the project and coordinate the commission from first sketch through delivery and installation.
Does Bruno David Gallery provide certificates of authenticity?
Bruno David Gallery issues certificates of authenticity on request for works by the artists it represents. If you own a piece bought from the gallery and need documentation for insurance, resale or estate purposes, email info@brunodavidgallery.com with images of the work and any paperwork you already have.
Does Bruno David Gallery do art appraisals?
Bruno David Gallery does not provide formal appraisals of outside collections for insurance, tax or estate purposes. For those you will need a certified independent appraiser. The gallery does provide valuations for works by the artists it represents, drawing on its own sales records and exhibition history for those artists. Email info@brunodavidgallery.com to ask about a specific work.
Publications, archives and the foundation
Does Bruno David Gallery publish art catalogues?
Bruno David Gallery Publications has produced more than 195 art catalogues documenting the work of its represented artists, one of the largest publishing programs of any gallery in the region. Every catalogue is available as a free e-book, and most are also available as paperbacks for purchase. The full list is on the publications page.
Is Bruno David Gallery affiliated with the Columbia Foundation for the Arts?
Bruno David is a co-director of the Columbia Foundation for the Arts in addition to owning and running Bruno David Gallery. The foundation was created to support and preserve the work of two gallery artists, Frank Schwaiger and Leslie Laskey, and is based at 5333 Columbia Avenue, Saint Louis, Missouri 63139.
What is the Columbia Archive Gallery?
The Columbia Archive Gallery is an exhibition space and archive at 2731 Hickory Street, Saint Louis, Missouri 63104, operated in connection with Bruno David Gallery and the Columbia Foundation for the Arts. The front space presents work by invited artists, and the back holds the archive of Bruno David Gallery artists Frank Schwaiger and Leslie Laskey. Visits are by appointment.
Artists, internships and staying in touch
Is Bruno David Gallery accepting new artists or reviewing portfolios?
Bruno David Gallery is not taking on new represented artists at this time. The gallery does review portfolios sent by email. Send up to five small images of your work and a one-page biography in a single message to info@brunodavidgallery.com. Please do not send physical materials or large attachments.
Does Bruno David Gallery offer internships?
Bruno David Gallery offers internships to students and recent graduates considering careers in the arts. Interns work alongside gallery staff on exhibitions, publications, research and daily gallery operations. To apply, email a résumé and a short note about your interests to info@brunodavidgallery.com.
How do I hear about upcoming exhibitions and events at Bruno David Gallery?
Bruno David Gallery sends an email announcement before each new exhibition, opening reception and gallery talk. Sign up on the mailing list page, or follow the gallery on Instagram and Facebook. Dates for upcoming programs are also posted on the events page.
How do I contact Bruno David Gallery?
Bruno David Gallery can be reached by phone at 1.314.696.2377 or by email at info@brunodavidgallery.com. The gallery is at 7513 Forsyth Boulevard, Saint Louis, Missouri 63105. Email is the fastest way to arrange an appointment outside public hours, request images and pricing for a specific work, or submit a portfolio.