Blick Art Materials, founded in Galesburg, Illinois, in 1911, is the largest and oldest provider of art supplies in the United States, with more than 65 retail stores nationwide. The company caters to the full spectrum of artists, from the youngest child ready to scribble with a crayon to well-known, gallery-represented professionals. Blick's extensive product selection, competitive prices, and superior customer service make it the best choice for art educators, students, artists, architects, designers, hobbyists, or anyone requiring quality art materials for work or pleasure. Customers consistently report a very pleasant experience, with a clean and well-organized store, knowledgeable and helpful staff, and a broad range of materials that invite them to imagine new possibilities. Whether shopping in-store or online, Blick Art Materials is the go-to destination for art enthusiasts of all levels.
This has become my favorite destination. The staff is friendly, patient, and, most of all, knowledgable about the materials they sell. They all seem to have a background in art. Great selection of pastels and paper.
August 2026
Everyone’s so super helpful every time I come here. It’s my favorite art supply store.
August 2026
They always have what I need and if needed they let me use the employee restroom complying with ada access requests.
