Art is for art lovers is one of the most common line that I have been listening to since my childhood. The meaning that I interpreted than was that people who love art or are passionate about art work can actually understand the essence of work displayed by the artist. To some extent the meaning was right but was partial. Since it did not depend on what the audience interprets about the art work! Very soon the underlying meaning of it came to light and after years of my visit to Kunstgalerij (art gallery) I realized that the real success of the art can be gauged when the artist attempts to make the audience read what he or she has in mind. The story on the canvas that is portrayed has to be read the way the artist wants us to read! This depth of art can be certainly measured only by an ardent art lover. Reading between the lines is something that probably applies here too.

The thought of a Kunstgalerij (art gallery) brings to mind the long hallways that are adorned with exclusive paintings and a unique silence that fills the air. The aura is all intellectual and artistry one with art lovers locked in over a painting and discussing it with keen interest. As a matter of fact, Kunstgalerij (art gallery) are just not seen displaying painting work, but also exhibit the skills of artist in wide areas of contemporary, fine art, sculptures, pottery, oil paints and traditional art work. Their purpose of existence is solely to showcase the talent of artist belonging to any part of the world. The Kunstgalerij (art gallery) has a major role to play in the life of an artist. As it is just not a platform for the established artist but a great opportunity for the budding artist to pave their way in the world of art. Art galleries also take efforts in finding exclusive and innovative work which can elevate their heritage as an art exhibitor.

Few would be aware that Kunstgalerij (art gallery) comes in various formats such as public, private and nowadays with the boom of internet, even online art galleries are seen shaping up rapidly. Public art galleries are open to all and one can visit them as per their pre-determined roster of exhibition. However, in case of a private art gallery, one gets an exclusive invitation to witness the artist work. These invitations are sometimes even categorized to give priority to the aficionado of a particular artist. The trend of participating in online art galleries also seem to be springing up and this has significantly widened up the horizons of the artist. Though a face-to-face conversation between the artist and the visitor seems to be unlikely here but it gives a good opportunity to reach out to large number of audience.

At The Gallery is a well known Kunstgalerij (art gallery) at Antwerpen which has been showcasing the art work of many renowned artist till date. It upholds contemporary as well as traditional art exhibitions and gives an opportunity to witness some exclusive art piece by eminent artist. Its roster keeps on bringing to light the art work of new as well as famous established artist. Known for its skills to exhibit some masterpieces this is a place worth visiting!