Galeria 1084

At Galeria 1084, nestled in the vibrant community of Uvita, Costa Rica, our mission is to celebrate and showcase the rich tapestry of local artistry. We are dedicated to providing a dynamic space where fine art paintings, custom-designed jewelry, local photography, and intricate glassworks by our six resident artists can be admired and acquired.


In addition, we proudly feature the work of exceptionally talented artisans from the surrounding region and beyond. There is truly so much talent among the locals, here in Costa Rica and we are dedicated to promoting those artists and especially those who may not have a platform to showcase their work.


Through our community art classes, events, and exhibitions, we aim to inspire creativity, foster cultural connections, and support the flourishing local art scene. 


Galeria 1084 is committed to making art accessible and engaging for all, enriching lives through the power of artistic expression. We strive to be a welcoming community center for artists and art lovers alike, fostering an inclusive environment where creativity can thrive.


Our gallery offers a wide range of wonderful art and decor options for your home. If you are looking for a special gift for that someone special or yourself, we also have you covered.


If you are new to the area, we hope you stop by soon and introduce yourselves. If you are a regular client of ours, we sincerely thank you for your patronage and look forward to seeing you again soon.


Thank you from all of us, here at Galería 1084! We greatly appreciate your continued support!

Galeria1084.com

Calle Uvita. Uvita

Costa Rica

https://galeria1084.com

I am excited to now have my Fun-functionals MOSAICS at Galeria 1084.

You can view the birdbaths, Serving trays and Trivets.  Also to place custom orders for birdbaths and soon planters.

For inquiries on the mosaic double sided bamboo cutting boards please contact me directly.

About The Artist

Susie Atkinson, SZY, a 32 year resident of Costa Rica, having retired at the age of 70 when she sold Pacific Edge Eco Lodge needed a hobby to keep her creativity active. Mosaics interested her having always been in some artistic or adventuristic field. She considers herself to be the first "flower child", being born and raised in her mother's flower shop and becoming a florist by 10.  Leaving the nest but still wanting to be her own boss, she worked at several of the Hollywood Blvd department stores doing window dressings and interior displays.  With a move out of Los Angeles city area living the hippy life, she supported herself with Macrame and named that venture "Knotty Things".  Needing more income, she learned silk screen printing and started "Waterfront Productions" and became the first direct printer on T-shirts in the Antelope valley. Wanderlust strikes, she went to LAX and asked what is the next flight to the other side of the world.  Singapore became her new base where she learned to sail and moved onto a sailboat eventually becoming "Captain Susie" for 10 years.  Finally in 1992, she threw out the anchor here in Costa Rica.  She was one of the few gringos in the Escaleras area and built Pacific Edge road and Pacific Edge Eco Lodge, which hosted for 28 years many of the people that now call Costa Rica home.

Mosaics has now became her new hobby and adventure, creating "Fun Functionals" - mosaics that are not just art but functional items.

Cutting tile pieces using protection.
Cutting tile pieces using protection.