The Mint Art Gallery in Dana Point
Q & A with owner Mark Gabriel
What artists do you represent at The Mint?
Robert Pence, Hank Foto, Steven Valiere, Neil Verni, Chris Barnickel, Paul Bryan Jr, Lou Gabriel, Tom Vadakan, Christian Fletcher
Do you still professionally snowboard and who are your sponsors?
Volcom Stone, K-swiss, Dita Eyewear, Astrodeck, and Timmy Patterson Surfboards.
What type of art do you carry?
Photos, plain air landscapes, pop art, sculptures. We print on Canvas, wood, and metal.
What type of people collect art from the Mint Gallery?
Bruce and Andy Irons are two of my good clients. Madonna, Bob Dylan, Hugh Hefner, and Joel Parkinson are also some clients that have purchased from The Mint.
What’s the price range at The Mint Gallery?
We have art that ranges from $250.00 for prints to Robert Pence originals that sell for $59,000. We have something for everyone.
What does The Mint have planned for next year?
Four to Six major art shows with artists that will make your world turn.
What photographers do you work with the most for top quality work at The Mint?
Scott Carter, Hank Foto, Art Brewer, Lou Gabriel, Brian Bird, Craig Coppola, Nathan Fletcher, and Flame.
Who are The Mints top 5 surfers?
Bruce and Andy Irons, Kelly Slater, the Fletchers and Buttons.
Are you planning on doing work on the North Shore this year?
Yes, The Mint is decorating 5 units in Turtle Bay in December with fine art.
What is Feral Wonder?
Feral Wonder is our ICON. It’s a grand and glorious Sycamore tree in front of the Mint Gallery. Feral Wonder means wild, untamed, and natural.
What hours of operation do you work under?
We are open 6 days a week. The Mint is closed on Mondays.
Who are some artists at The Mint?
Ben Teter, Edgar Brown, Paul Bryan Jr.
Does The Mint do anything else that we should know about?
Yes, we offer custom framing and private parties for photo shoots, video shoots, and corporate events.
Where will The Mint be in 5 years?
We will be adding more galleries around the world, hopefully in Las Vegas, Hawaii and New York.
Go Here for directions to The Mint
34085 PCH
Dana Point, CA 92629
(949) 366 - 6777
