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October 2023 by Ricky R Gallegos Jr
Came into Blick over here in Oakland and got some paint for my pottery and have the intention of painting them to match each other. Bought four cans of paint that were black marble impression and got through one pottery. The next one I couldn’t because three cans stopped working. I took it back to the store and all they did was give me refund for two of the cans because one of the other cans was not completely full, the manager at the time(sunday. 10/1/2023@345pm. ) could have made a better decision but at least she was very professional and too courteous for me to get irate. This sucks.
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October 2023 by Dave Dickout
I don't know what that last customer was on about but I think Blick does a good job taking care of me. all the workers there are team players and resourceful and I got a good deal recently on some cans they had on clearance. It's a small spot but it has a real local feel to it. none of that corperate stuff
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October 2023 by Alexandra J.
I love a good art store as they are very nostalgic for me. This one is exceptional. They have an amazing selection (I found something I've not been able to find at three other stores) that is reasonably priced. My sister was thrilled to find some fancy office supplies she has only seen at one random art store in Humboldt. The staff were friendly, although the manager (I assume) seemed to be annoyed that the register system had frozen. He didn't greet or acknowledge any customers and loudly explained to the cashier what she did wrong to cause the frozen register. I understand being frustrated, but this was a bit off-putting. I stick with 5 stars because places like these are getting harder to find, and I want them to be around forever.
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September 2023 by M da Silva
Hard to park but I love this store.
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September 2023 by Zaga M.
Excellent selection, very helpful and knowledgeable staff. I had a hard time limiting myself to just what I needed!
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July 2023 by Michael Prince
Helpful staff and knowledgeable of the art products and their uses....
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June 2023 by Jennifer de Graaf
The parking situation blows and they're often kinda picked over, people make it a mess, but it's blick. I love blick.
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June 2023 by Ian F
For what little I know of the art supply world, this place was a welcoming rainbow of warmth, hastily shaken-off daydreams, and indulgent optimism. The little parking lot in the back, seen through the narrow driveway, was also very welcome.
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May 2023 by A. D.
One star for the passive aggressiveness that came my way from the checkout attendant. I needed assistance gathering some arts and crafts for my toddler. The second attendant jumped in to help point me in the right direction.It was my first time at this location and the overall atmosphere felt more like a ‘What do you want?’ vs ‘How can I help you?’And that just always sucks to be made to feel like I’m annoying someone because as an ICU Nurse, I am never afforded to treat my patients with any disrespect no matter how small the micro-aggression. On my first day off after three 12 hour shifts, the last thing I need is someone getting short with me when I all I need is some help being a fun parent for my kid.That’s all. Thanks for reading, not coming back.
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April 2023 by Amelia Holt
Awesome art store with a huge selection. Way bigger then it looks from the outside.
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February 2023 by Leslie Mandic
Best prices for colored pencils I have found. Usually order online but it's fun to go in person.
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February 2023 by Mahdad Nassiri
Excellent complete selection of art supplies at reasonable store prices, nice staff and location.
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February 2023 by Adriana S.
tons of stuff for all kinds of activities! we picked up model magic and glitter for my toddler
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December 2022 by Naomi Ehrlich
We had the best experience last night at Blick! My son is a theatre student at UCSC and needed art supplies for a design class. Jordan assisted him with a long list of art supplies. He was patient, explained and recommended what was needed and was so positive about art and experiencing something different. My son left the store excited and feeling less anxious about his new design/art class. Thank you Jordan!
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December 2022 by L G
Such a great place to find everything you need for any artistic work. It’s like a travel to the past, when we could find things like a mechanical pencil or an eraser at a store instead of online. I feel appreciative for still having a store like this available
