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N A T I V E   S H O A L S
MIXED MEDIA GALLERY | HISTORIC OTTO SPEAKE BUILDING | DOWNTOWN FLORENCE, AL.

NATIVE  SHOALS

Artist Features

Deep dives into the creative process of the artists currently enriching our gallery space.

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Robin Matthews

Owner and Visionary of Native Shoals, Woodworker, Stonemason, Plant Enthusiast.  Robin began his woodworking journey nearly 15 years ago in Colorado.  Having worked on projects from California to the southern states, his passion is working with organic materials and repurposing dead wood.  From felling, milling, drying, and woodworking, he sees his projects through from beginning to end, and has worked with hundreds of species of wood.  A talented stonemason in his own right, Robin sought out a brick and mortar to showcase his art, and found what he believed to be a perfect space for more than just one artist.  The Otto Speake building in downtown, Florence, Al. is now a space where local and national visionaries and artists can unite, inspire, and cultivate community dialogue.  You can often find Robin working in the shop on weekends.  He hopes you stop by to say hello!

More artists joining the site soon!

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We invite artists from all over to collaborate with us. Whether you're looking to showcase your latest work or participate in our curated events, we are here to support your creative journey.

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