We are reaching the end of our summer salon season. Three thoughtfully curated exhibitions that featured our gallery artists and really engaging contemporary artwork now moves back into themed show season. Below you will find a very condensed statement on the history of the salon-style exhibition - a rich and fascinating story. Rooted in prestige, the first semi-public Salon originated in 1667 in France through the Académie Royale de Peinture et de Sculpture (“Royal Academy