Best of Rhode Island 2009 Editors' Picks

What else can you expect from a gallery named "YES"? From the gorgeous, historic building to the lovingly curated collection of visual works by artists from here and around the world – we were especially wowed by the colorful mixed media paint-ings by Atlanta artist Jessica Gonacha and C.W. Roelle's intricate wire drawings — everything about Leigh Medeiros's sunny gallery and studio inspires you to explore the possibilities. Added feel-good bonus: 5 percent of all purchases support nonprofits.