FLAX art & design is a well-loved retail art supply business serving the creative community. It is a family-owned business with a long history of supporting artists. The store is described as a candy store for the creative, with lots of space and a vibe that has you happy to wander. It has everything you might possibly need. The staff are friendly, helpful, and kind, with deep expertise in specific departments like pens and pencils. Customers highly recommend getting lost in the store. Locations include Downtown Oakland and San Francisco's Fort Mason Center. One location even features a small theater inside. It is considered one of the best art supply stores ever.
