“Without art we would survive, but we would not live.”
— St. Catherine of Bologna, Patron Saint of Artists
First Look Founders
We have known each other since high school but became friends 25 years later. Our first jobs as teens were in retail; we both have business degrees and enjoyed long careers—Alice in outdoor sales; Candy in healthcare fundraising—and we have volunteered for numerous community nonprofits over the years. But it wasn’t until 2023 that we had an opportunity to work together on a project. Through that experience, we discovered that we share a strong work ethic, and that we’re both avid (i.e., obsessed!) art collectors.
With the conclusion of our volunteer commitment, we were not quite ready for full retirement and needed a swan song project. So, with our shared passion for the visual arts, we launched First Look Gallery to (1) provide marketing and sales support services to the artists in our First Look portfolio, and (2) offer collectors the convenience of shopping for original art online, with the added luxury of personalized concierge services.
We are honored to represent our brilliant First Look artists, and pleased to share their stories, artistic inspiration, and fabulous art with you. We invite you to join us on this artful adventure!
Candy and Alice
Corporate Art
Art enhances corporate lobbies and walkways, adds warmth to small business reception areas, and brightens hospital waiting rooms. First Look offers an extensive inventory of original artwork and high-resolution prints that are suitable for corporate display. We encourage you to support our artists and join Huntsville’s “Amazing Spaces” public art initiative. We will be happy to meet with you and your design team to discuss artistic possibilities.
Commission Work
Several of our First Look artists accept commission requests. Share your vision with us and we will connect you with the artist who can best meet your needs for the perfect work of art.