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November 2023 by Greg Mills
If you’re at all artistic, and you don’t stop at Rochester Art Supply when in town / in the area, well, that’s your loss.This may very well be THE best art supply shop between NYC and Chicago.We made the trip down from Toronto just for this - Why? Wander into the back room… notice all the cabinets … and begin opening drawers. The pastels. So. Many. Pastels. It’s just mind boggling the extent of the range of pastels - your mind simply can’t process it.The ranges and selections of the pastels - and paints, papers, inks, materials - is broad and deep and stunning. Helpful friendly staff rounds out a brilliant shopping experience.Recommended x 3!
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November 2023 by Coral Johnson
Best art store I’ve ever been in, anywhere! They have absolutely everything you could ever need. Staff is amazing, friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. This has instantly become a favorite stop of ours.
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September 2023 by T Stephens
I finally checked this store out. I wanted to see what items they sold for two reasons. One The Art Store in Henrietta closed down and two I recently started liking fountain pens and I was curious if they might have any in their inventory. Spoiler alert, they did. I chatted with an employee who gave me a tour of the store and showed me their extensive paper collection. It was very impressive. Back to the fountain pens, I did see one I liked. I debated purchasing it left the store and headed back to my truck. I turned around and walked back into the store and purchased the fountain pen and refill cartridges It wasn't very expensive it's very nice. It's actually a student's beginner fountain pen from Pelikan. I don't know if return to Rochester Art Supply, but I'm glad I finally went.
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September 2023 by John Phillips
All though anything you buy in the art supply world that has quality costs, I always leave here wishing and wanting more. Staff is incredible.
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September 2023 by Catherine Davis
OH MY GOSH! WHERE DO I EVEN START?!! This is THE BEST art supply store that I've ever been to! And possibly the best in the whole state! This store has everything you could possibly ever need! It's crazy! They have everything. I'm sad that I didn't know that this shop existed sooner! They have and EXCEPTIONAL watercolor section! The pastel section is fabulous! They have a wonderful selection of pastel pencils as well. They have all different kinds of brands to fulfill every price range and/or budget. The deals are great, too!If you are an artist or just love looking at art supplies, this place is a MUST!The staff is also wonderful and very knowledgeable!100/10!!!??????????
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August 2023 by Kevin Kuechler
Horrible customer service. I purchased some foam core for mounting vinyl prints to. I cut the piece down outside the store to fit in my truck and have the size I needed for my picture. After I put the picture on the foam core (which I have done the same way several times) the foam core covering started to bubble. I tried to bring it back for a return or store credit as obviously this was an issue with the foam core but the owner refused saying the foam core got wet and I didn’t ask for help. Why would I need help if I have done this with the same product several times with no issue? And if it got wet both sides would have bubbles but that was not the case. The owner is a crabby old man who didn’t even care or even apologize for the product failing. I will never shop here again.
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July 2023 by Kevin K.
Horrible customer service. I purchased some foam core for mounting vinyl prints to. I cut the piece down outside the store to fit in my truck and have the size I needed for my picture. After I put the picture on the foam core (which I have done the same way several times) the foam core covering started to bubble. I tried to bring it back for a return or store credit as obviously this was an issue with the foam core but the owner refused saying the foam core got wet and I didn't ask for help. Why would I need help if I have done this with the same product several times with no issue? And if it got wet both sides would have bubbles but that was not the case. The owner is a crabby old man who didn't even care or even apologize for the product failing. I will never shop here again.
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June 2023 by Gabe Hart
Exceptionally good selection of paints, brushes, and drawing supplies. I enjoyed the option to try brushes out on a board with water before buying. Watercolor pallets were marked up significantly above other retailers, but this was not true of paints and brushes, which were offered at good prices. Selection was hit and miss for accessories such as brush holders, sponges, and empty watercolor pans. Staff are friendly, helpful, and familiar with the products they sell. Would definitely go back for paints and brushes.
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May 2023 by Chris Rockwell
Great selection, great range of cool papers, and the staff was super friendly/helpful. They have pretty much every type of art tool, huge range of pens/pencils, and every type of pad. Would be a great place to get set up for a new artist as they gave some great advice.
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May 2023 by Dan
It just a great art supply store. 5 floors of stuff. People come great distances to buy what the y have . Greatly recommended!
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April 2023 by JustPat
Great at supply store. Went to Rochester art supply inc because my brother was looking for well..art supplies. Lovely ladies all. Everyone was very friendly. Asked a few completely off topic questions to pass the time while my brother did his shopping. All were answered with a smile. Really enjoyed the decor of the store. For as packed with supplies as the store was. You can tell they care enough to stay on top of inventory and keep everything looking professional. Very enjoyable experience.
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April 2023 by ruth sternberg
It is my candy store. Beats the sh-t out of craft chains like that big one that starts with an M.They have book board! And a large collection of specialty papers.Knowledgeable staff, too.
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February 2023 by Andrew Romanowski
Great art supply store with everything you could want! It has that great "mom and pop" feel and it's nice to support the local business owners instead of a huge chain.
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January 2023 by David Butler
I was working on a commercial being shoot in Rochester and needed some art supplies suddenly, this place was very close. All I can say is shop local!!! These old school art stores are rare, precious gems, crammed with options, and a treasure hunt of a shopping example. There is a creative vibe here that you will never find in a box store. I felt inspired just being in the store. Shop here for your Art stuff.
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January 2023 by Avi Kaminsky
I bought paper only from FineArtStore and had a great experience. They had papers that were long out of stock elsewhere, for very reasonable prices and really fast shipping! I don't love the website design but it was easy enough to figure out. Very please with my transaction
