20 Galleries to Follow on Instagram

If you have a busy schedule or don't see yourself making it to the art gallery, here's an alternative. Browse through this list of 20 Galleries to Follow on Instagram, then follow them for daily inspiration straight to your feed. Whether you prefer to enjoy art on your phone or just want to support art institutions doing their thing, this list is a solid starting point.

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Instagram name: @abovesecond

Followers: 459

Photos taken to date: 29

Why you should follow: Above Second is a contemporary art gallery in Hong Kong that works with local and international artists, promoting styles of art that are rarely showcased in Asia. Their Instagram gallery features photos of Hong Kong life and travels, and also images from their shows.

Instagram name: @paceprints

Followers: 60

Photos taken to date: 30

Why you should follow: Operating since 1968, Pace Prints specializes in showing in publishing fine art prints. Follow @paceprints for updates from their gallery and workshop.

Instagram name: @katherineconegallery

Followers: 30

Photos taken to date: 2

Why you should follow: Katherine Cone's Instagram gallery may not be as impressive as her Los Angeles-based gallery itself, but @katherineconegallery is worth following in the case of future updates.

Instagram name: @showntoscale

Followers: 1494

Photos taken to date: 378

Why you should follow: Shown to Scale is a brand based in a Williamsburg, Brooklyn store, created and designed by Silke Labson. Her Instagram gallery features photos of herself, her dog, friends, and inspirational pieces.

Instagram name: @joshualiner

Followers: 696

Photos taken to date: 109

Why you should follow: Joshua Liner Gallery, located in New York's Chelsea art district, features contemporary works of established and emerging artists from North America, Asia, and Europe. Joshua Liner, the owner of the gallery, manages this Instragram gallery that includes interesting screenshots, photos of food, other random photos, and information on upcoming shows.

Instagram name: @ohwowgallery

Followers: 1317

Photos taken to date: 19

Why you should follow: OHWOW is not only a gallery, but also a project and a publisher with a vision to extend progress and innovation in art. Their Instagram gallery features photos from various shows, from their retail and gallery locations in New York, Los Angeles and Miami.

Instagram name: @jonathanlevinegallery

Followers: 3039

Photos taken to date: 89

Why you should follow: To get a look into behind-the-scene gatherings and interesting finds by Jonathan Levine of the Chelsea-based gallery, follow @jonathanlevinegallery. The Instagram gallery might not do the physical space its justice, but it definitely emanates the support for art.

Instagram name: @fecal_face

Followers: 7180

Photos taken to date: 986

Why you should follow: Follow Fecal Face Gallery for photos of wall pieces, murals, the Giants, and the gallery's mascot, a cat named Poo. The gallery's owner also posts to share moments from everyday life in San Francisco.

Instagram name: @hvw8gallery

Followers: 1066

Photos taken to date: 22

Why you should follow: HVW8 aims to bring together art, music, and design, and not only hosts great exhibitions but also musical performances. Follow them on Instagram to learn of their past and upcoming shows, and see photos of some works on display. HVW8 also features a 60-foot outdoor mural wall and a recording studio located adjacent to the Gallery.

Instagram name: @whitewallssf

Followers: 2366

Photos taken to date: 276

Why you should follow: White Walls Gallery is located in San Francisco and focuses on promoting urban art, inspired by street and graffiti art. It is one of the largest art galleries on the West Coast, while @whitewallssf updates followers on shows, artists, and everything happening on their White Walls.

Instagram name: @theholeshop

Followers: 573

Photos taken to date: 14

Why you should follow: The Hole is run in collaboration with New York Art Department, and displays contemporary art. Wanting to "fill a hole in the downtown community," the gallery hosts exhibitions, parties, fashion shows, and product releases. The Hole Shop has available books, zines, posters, and other fun art products for you, and their Instagram gallery will keep you posted on upcoming events.

Instagram name: @gallerykh

Followers: 35

Photos taken to date: 22

Why you should follow: Gallery KH shares photos from their opening nights and throughout exhibits, including a recent show featuring large scale painted portraits of influential musicians.

Instagram name: @spoke_art

Followers: 4361

Photos taken to date: 603

Why you should follow: Spoke Art Gallery is based in San Francisco and shows contemporary painting, sculpture and illustration. Their Instagram gallery shares high resolution images of displayed artwork, and images of friends, artists, and their new cats.

Instagram name: @ggalleryla

Followers: 55

Photos taken to date: 44

Why you should follow: gGallery was founded by Gabor Csupo, producer and director of "The Simpsons," "Rugrats," "The Wild Thornberries" and other well-known titles. Follow this award-winning producer and his gallery for photos of parties and events at gGallery, artful compositions, and snapshots of animal and human guests.

Instagram name: @prismla

Followers: 196

Photos taken to date: 15

Why you should follow: Prism is an LA-based gallery and shares photos from current and upcoming exhibitions, as well as works done by artists who support Prism. Many of their photos are geometrically well-composed, perhaps hinting at the lines visible in a prism.

Instagram name: @wallspacegallery

Followers: 57

Photos taken to date: 39

Why you should follow: Wall Space Gallery is based in Ottawa, Canada and focuses on contemporary Canadian artists. A family owned and operated business for over 25 years, the gallery also does custom framing, and shares photos from their exhibits and other events.

Instagram name: @peresprojects

Followers: 672

Photos taken to date: 528

Why you should follow: Javier Peres of Peres Projects, an art dealership based in Berlin, Germany and Los Angeles, California, shares interesting photos of food, himself, scenery, artists, and their art pieces. Follow Javier Peres in his travels by following @peresprojects.

Instagram name: @galleries1988

Followers: 1262

Photos taken to date: 22

Why you should follow: Gallery 1988 has two locations in Los Angeles—in Melrose and in Venice, and features pop culture art. Their Instagram gallery showcases artwork on display, reveals some behind the scenes photos, and also announces surprise giveaways and events.

Instagram name: @knowngallery

Followers: 23168

Photos taken to date: 1222

Why you should follow: Known Gallery is supported by the Seventh Letter, RVCA, and the Artist Network Program. Follow to see photos of works on exhibit, fresh graffiti wall pieces, Seventh Letter artwork, and other artistic inspiration from all around.

Instagram name: @klughaus

Followers: 1840

Photos taken to date: 323

Why you should follow: Klughaus Gallery promotes street culture and art, displaying many works by artists with a graffiti background. Klughaus shares photos taken around the gallery's neighbordhood in the Lower East Side, the city, and the world.