NEWS
We are grateful for the ongoing coverage of Idaho Art Gallery by local, regional, and national media outlets. As a leading art gallery in Boise, Garden City, and Eagle, we welcome media inquiries and interview requests. To schedule an interview with a member of our team or one of our talented artists, please call 208-404-6217 or email idahoartgallery@gmail.com.
The Art of Arrival Byron Buchanan Finds His Rhythm in Eagle
Eagle Magazine, May 2026
Idaho Art Gallery represented artist Byron Buchanan is featured in Eagle Magazine, recognizing his artistic journey and creative presence in Eagle, Idaho. The profile highlights Buchanan’s evolving body of work and the thoughtful perspective that continues to shape his place in the local arts community.
Hyde Park watercolor artist receives first place on international stage
HJ News, April 2026
Represented Idaho Art Gallery artist Michelle Nixon earns first place in an international watercolor competition, receiving recognition among artists from around the world. Nixon’s award-winning work highlights her mastery of the medium and continued dedication to her craft.
FROM MERIDIAN TO MAIN STREET
ID Guide, February 2026
With the opening of its new Idaho Street location, Idaho Art Gallery continues to build momentum as a hub for contemporary and regional art. The expanded space allows for a broader range of exhibitions and deeper engagement with Boise’s creative community.
ART SHAPED BY LOVE
City Lifestyle, February 2026
Rooted in family and fueled by purpose, Idaho Art Gallery’s evolution reflects a broader mission to support artists and strengthen Boise’s creative economy. With an eye toward innovation and community, the gallery is redefining what it means to build a sustainable art ecosystem.
IDAHO ART GALLERY OPENS NEW LOCATION ON IDAHO STREET
The Artbiter, November 2025
Marking its expansion into downtown Boise, Idaho Art Gallery’s new space opens with a vibrant celebration of artists whose work explores memory, transformation, and connection. From richly colored still lifes to sculptural works rooted in renewal, the gallery positions itself as a living reflection of the region’s creative spirit.
LOCAL ART GALLERY CELEBRATES OPENING OF BOISE SITE
Boise Weekly, November 2025
With its Boise debut, Idaho Art Gallery creates a space where community and contemporary practice intersect, offering artists a platform to be seen and experienced in new ways. The expansion reflects both the gallery’s growth and the rising cultural energy of Boise’s evolving art landscape.
MERIDIAN ART GALLERY EXPANDS INTO BOISE ART SCENE
Idaho Business Review, October 2025
With the opening of its downtown Boise location, Idaho Art Gallery expands into a larger, more immersive space designed to showcase work at scale—from bold statement pieces to layered, experiential installations. Rooted in a mission to elevate artists and energize the local arts scene, the gallery’s growth reflects both its evolving vision and Boise’s rising cultural momentum.
THE IDAHO ART GALLERY ALWAYS SUPPORTS LOCAL ARTISTS AND OUR COMMUNITY
Idaho Today, April 2025
For its 3rd Annual Art for a Cause Charity Event, Idaho Art Gallery proudly supports the Nampa Family Justice Center. Featuring an auction of works by local artists alongside a fashion presentation by a local designer, the event underscores the power of art not only to inspire, but to contribute meaningfully to the well-being of the community it surrounds.
IDAHO ART GALLERY SCULPTS SUCCESS FROM SMALL-BUSINESS INGENUITY, PROMOTING ARTISTS
Idaho Business Review, January 2025
At the intersection of art and enterprise, Idaho Art Gallery cultivates partnerships with local artists and businesses to strengthen Boise’s creative ecosystem. Through these collaborations, the gallery expands the role of art—positioning it as both a cultural and economic force within the community.
WITH FOCUS ON LOCAL CREATORS, IDAHO ART GALLERY KICKS OFF JULY ART SHOW EXHIBITION
NPR, July 2024
With a focus on emerging voices, Idaho Art Gallery’s Meridian exhibition brings together a group of Idaho-based artists working across styles and disciplines. The show creates space for connection—where artists and audiences meet, and contemporary and traditional practices exist side by side.
ARTS & CULTURE: ARTISTS COLLABORATE ON THE ART GUIDE OF ADA COUNTY
Boise Weekly, February 2024
Bringing artists together through a shared platform, The Art Guide of Ada County highlights the collaborative spirit driving the region’s creative community. Idaho Art Gallery’s involvement reflects a broader commitment to visibility, connection, and building a more unified arts landscape.
ARTISTS FIND NEW HOME (FURNISHINGS) THROUGH PARTNERSHIP
Idaho Business Review, April 2024
Through a partnership with Meridian Home Furnishings, Idaho Art Gallery expands the context in which art is experienced—placing original works within thoughtfully designed interiors. By pairing local artists with curated living spaces, the collaboration invites viewers to engage with art as part of everyday life.
IDAHO ART GALLERY PLANS EVENT TO SUPPORT LOCAL BOISE NON-PROFITS
Mix 106, January 2024
Blending art with purpose, Idaho Art Gallery’s charitable event invites the community into a shared experience of creativity and giving. Through auctions and live programming, the initiative highlights how art can extend beyond exhibition—serving as a conduit for support, awareness, and collective care.
LOCAL ART GALLERY RAISES FUNDS FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND ABUSE VICTIMS
Idaho Today, January 2024
Uniting art with advocacy, Idaho Art Gallery’s charitable event channels the work of local artists into meaningful support for those affected by domestic violence. The initiative underscores the capacity of art not only to inspire, but to actively contribute to healing and community care.
THE IDAHO ART GALLERY’S JANUARY ART SHOW
Idaho Today, January 2024
Uniting art with advocacy, Idaho Art Gallery’s charitable event channels the work of local artists into meaningful support for those affected by domestic violence. The initiative underscores the capacity of art not only to inspire, but to actively contribute to healing and community care.
IDAHO ART GALLERY FULFILLS DREAM OF LIFELONG ARTIST
Art Chowder, November 2023
Tracing a lifetime devoted to painting, this feature follows Bill Garibyan’s path to Idaho Art Gallery—where persistence, practice, and passion converge. His impressionistic landscapes, layered with color and memory, embody the realization of a long-held artistic vision.
ART GUIDE OF ADA COUNTY
KTVB, October 2023
Highlighting the Art Guide of Ada County, this feature brings together artists, galleries, and local organizations in a shared effort to increase visibility across the region’s creative landscape. Idaho Art Gallery’s involvement reflects a broader commitment to connection—creating pathways for discovery, collaboration, and a more unified arts community.
AMAZING NEW ART GUIDE FOR THE BOISE AREA! DO YOU HAVE YOUR COPY?
KIDO 107.5, September 2023
Boise’s art scene is spotlighted in the Art Guide of Ada County, a collaborative publication connecting nearly 20 local galleries. Created by Nelli Garibyan and Randy Van Dyke, the guide features artwork and insights, serving as both a resource and an invitation to engage.
CAPTURING THE BEAUTY OF IDAHO
Meridian Lifestyle, September 2023
Bill Garibyan’s journey to founding Idaho Art Gallery with his daughter, Nelli Garibyan, in January 2022 is rooted in humble beginnings—immigrating to the U.S. and focusing first on building a stable life. Once settled, he returned to painting, inspired by his father’s own artistic practice. With the gallery, Garibyan aims to create an inclusive space where anyone can experience and connect with art.
MADE IN IDAHO: MEET THE ARTIST WHOSE LIFELONG PASSION FOR PAINTING IS ON DISPLAY AT THE IDAHO ART GALLERY
Idaho News 6, August 2023
Bill Garibyan’s connection to painting began in childhood, in his father’s studio in the former Soviet Union. Now co-owner of Idaho Art Gallery with his daughter Nelli, he paints Idaho’s landscapes, sharing his deep love of nature.
IDAHO ART GALLERY HOSTING ARTIST RECEPTION: A FEAST FOR THE SENSES
Boise Weekly, August 2023
Idaho Art Gallery’s artist reception brings together painting, sculpture, ceramics and jewelry with music, food, and community. The event invites visitors to engage with art in an approachable way, while fostering connection within Boise’s creative scene.
IDAHO ART GALLERY DRIVEN BY HUMBLE BEGINNINGS, LIFELONG PASSIONS
KTVB7, April 2023
Bill Garibyan’s art journey is rooted in a lifelong love of painting that started in his father’s studio in the former Soviet Union. After immigrating to the U.S., he eventually returned to art full time, creating landscapes inspired by Idaho’s beauty. As the anchor artist at Idaho Art Gallery, which he runs with his daughter Nelli, his work is on display alongside rotating shows from other local artists.
‘FED THE SOUL’: IDAHO ART GALLERY IS MERIDIAN MAN’S LIFELONG DREAM
Boise Dev, March 2023
Bill Garibyan and his daughter Nelli turned a longtime dream into reality with Idaho Art Gallery in Meridian. From humble beginnings as an immigrant family, Bill found his way back to painting, capturing Idaho’s rivers, skies, and fields. Today, the gallery is more than a showcase—it’s a lively, welcoming spot where local and regional artists share space, and anyone can step in and feel the energy of creativity.
ART NEWS: IDAHO ART GALLERY HOLDS FREE EXHIBITION
Boise Weekly, June 2022
Idaho Art Gallery hosted a free weekend exhibition featuring two guest artists. The event brought together Meridian and Treasure Valley communities, reflecting the gallery’s mission to make art accessible and build creative connection.