Seattle Art Museum: SAM Gallery

SAM Gallery offers a wide variety of fine artwork, created by the Northwest's most exciting emerging and established artists, for rent to Seattle Art Museum members and for sale to both members and the public.

The gallery is a supportive arm of the Seattle Art Museum, dedicated to providing gallery exposure to Northwest artists, offering affordable fine art to museum members and the public, educating locals and visitors alike about the Northwest art scene, and supporting local galleries, art schools, and arts organizations.

What We Offer

Art for Home or Office

Any art collector or enthusiast can add interest, energy, and color to his or her environment, home, or office—with paintings, prints, sculptures, and photographs by Pacific Northwest artists.

Large Selection Offered

Choose from more than 1,000 works of art by some of the Pacific Northwest’s most exciting artists, both emerging and established.

Featured artists include Claire Cowie, Joe Max Emminger, Eva Isaksen, Steve Jensen, Betty Merken, Richard Morhous, Anne Siems, Michael Schultheis and Lois Silver.

Low Rental Fees, Easy Purchase Terms

You can rent a work of art for as little as $35 per three-month period. It’s an excellent way to live with a favorite piece while you consider purchase. At least half of your rental fee will be applied to the purchase price, if you decide to buy.

You can buy an artwork in full or by installment. Depending on the piece, your monthly payment can be as low as $50. The Gallery offers a no-interest installment plan to help you purchase.

Free Consultation

Barbara Shaiman, Director of the SAM Gallery and Jody Bento, Gallery Coordinator, along with knowledgeable staff and volunteers will help you assess your needs and can assist with selecting art that will enhance your home or business.

Request Search

You can email the gallery at SAMGallery@seattleartmuseum.org to receive a list of the approximately two hundred artists we represent, or to request a selection of images of artwork by Northwest contemporary artists.

What Our Clients Say
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