Blick Art Materials, founded in 1911 in Galesburg, Illinois, is the largest and oldest provider of art supplies in the United States. With over 65 retail stores nationwide, the company caters to artists of all levels, from beginners to professionals. Blick's extensive product selection, competitive prices, and superior customer service make it the go-to destination for art educators, students, artists, architects, designers, and hobbyists. The stores are described as "Disneyland for artists, crafters or creators," offering a vast selection of supplies, including an impressive array of paints and colors. Customers praise the helpful and friendly staff, who provide guidance and assistance, especially for beginners. The shopping experience is consistently described as pleasant, with a mellow and grounded vibe, even in the strip mall locations. Blick's long-standing commitment to art education in the U.S. further solidifies its reputation as a trusted and reliable source for quality art materials.
Tariffs have raised the prices of everything. Let's hope America comes to it's senses and dumps taxing us.
February 2026
had a great experience here yesterday. the person who helped us out was verrrry busy but handled our questions with great knowledge and then took extra time to find something and track us down in the store to help us even more. not much else to say if all employees are anywhere near that helpful!
December 2025
My husband has started painting 🖌️ and this place has a lot of stuff to pick from
