Should I be called 'Art Gallery Near Me . Com?
The decision to name the Gallery 'George Thornton' reflects a longstanding tradition in which business owners placed their own names above the door as a testament to integrity, accountability and (most importantly) reputation. In an era before the internet, a proprietor’s name served as a guarantee of quality and character. Today, digital search habits prioritise convenience and geography
Now, in todays internet age should I be called 'Galleries Near Me .Com'? I wonder how many plumbers are called 'Plumber Near Me . Com' or fast food chains called 'Take Away Food Near Me . Com'. Surely searching for geography contributes to a loss of individuality.
Against that backdrop, I remain proud to lead a gallery that carries a personal name. When visitors enter the gallery or browse the website they know they are engaging with a space that offers contemporary, boundary‑pushing art, informed product knowledge, thoughtful service, and genuine empathy. A name above the door leaves no room for anonymity. It signals commitment and stands as a tangible promise of the values we uphold. In an age defined by algorithms maintaining that sense of personal responsibility remains both meaningful and essential.
Reputation still matters!
And when your own name is on the front you make damn sure you live up to it!