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    Art Primo

    4.0 (23 reviews)
    InexpensiveArt Supplies
    Open 12:00 pm - 7:00 PM

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    Open Signs @ Art Primo Seattle
    Angelina V.

    THEY ARE OPEN!!! I'm so thrilled Art Primo Seattle is open during this time. I'm working with small businesses and trying to stay artistically productive for my mental well being during this time. Being able to get the art supplies I need and support local business is such a bonus. I'm also really happy they are able to ship orders if they don't have what I need at the physical location. Seattle orders are almost always next day and I appreciate this so much. Thank you Art Primo Seattle for keeping the community here artistically supplied and I N S P I R E D!

    Such a dope shop!
    Keiki-O-Kalani A.

    A Graffiti Artists HEAVEN.... First and foremost, I am a HUGE supporter of Art Primo and his work. I've learned a lot of my spray etiquette from his YouTube videos, and adventures. So when my homie told me he had a shop I was FAN GIRLING. I had to go no matter what. We traveled to Seattle by ferry and modded it straight to the store. Driving there from the ferry is like a 10 min drive, and walking there is like 30 mins. Lol! (Uber or Lyft my friends) When we pulled up you can see a crowd of artists sitting around tables just sketching, drawing etc. Sooooo dope. Felt in my element. I walked in and was overwhelmed with excitement. They have any color you could imagine. The store was small yet big enough for its purpose. The young lady helping me was very informative with merchandise and matched my needs with things she'd recommend, and things she'd think I'd like. I went a little ham and bought one of everything basically. Haha! They have everything from pro markers, drips, spray paint, caps, stickers YOU NAME IT! FYI: These are professional materials. Think sharpie times 100. Lol! I'm telling you. These are no joke. They will stay forever and do damage. Definitely do research on what kind of product your looking for but most likely the workers here will help you to the best of their abilities. Prices are soooooo affordable. They have weekly deals on cans as well. I got a couple spray cans for $3. Branded and Good quality. If you're a graffiti artist that's a f*ckin gold mine. That Walmart price for gooooooooooooooooood quality paint man. IF ONLY I LIVED HERE... I'd be here everyday. Just chillin, painting, and spending so much money. Lol! I'd highly recommend this place to my fellow artists.

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    Antonio Antone P.

    Picked up a few supplies to get some work done. Paint was outstanding like normal for a low pressure can. The lady who was working there I didn't get here name but she was a very big help not only with the store but also with me being able to have a few places for legal work prices are a little up there but for quick supplies its worth it

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    Good service, big product selection, pricing was ok. Great community space, stores like this keep the culture alive.

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    8 years ago

    Graffiti artist, the guys here love them but not interested in anything else. Great gallery but more is more, they have more upstairs?

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    5 years ago

    Excellent selection, knowledgeable staff and funky spot worth the trip up the hill if you aren't already there.

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    11 years ago

    Great prices, / friendly staff and a very precious shop dog!! Was totally come here more often if I lived in town! Thanks! :)

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