They can get busy, and retain only a few staff most of the time. That said, I have always been…read moregiven excellent help either learning about a product or finding one. They've gone beyond many places, writing down information for items they don't carry, but I'm looking for, researching materials to answer unusual questions, etc. It's not a huge store, but they are dedicated to the art community, and always have what I'm looking for. They are also consistently the lowest or among the lowest in pricing, not only locally, but online. Ask about their membership card - it costs nothing, and can usually save you money.

I came in to order two custom mats to showcase some of my pictures. While the first one arrived on…read moretime, the second mat was initially miss processed, and had to be remade. A 4 star review nevertheless since the workmanship was high and price was reasonable. Additionally we need to make sure these local gems stay in business! Great assortment of anything you need for frames/paint/etc. I will be back and I can recommend this store. I can see their employees care!

Great service! Very helpful in addressing my many questions. The quality and selection of frames…read morewere fantastic. Appreciate learning from the staff.

I got a custom mat cut here for framing a picture. They helped me find exactly the right shade to…read morehighlight my art, cut it to fit my own frame, and it looks amazing. Super friendly staff and excellent communication when there was an unforeseeable small delay. I will definitely return for future art or framing needs.

The Merri Artist is amazing. Larger store, plus a great…read moreparking lot. Fun to walk through the store and find some things for a gift. The employees are very helpful and friendly.

This store has everything an artist needs. Whenever I go there they have exactly the quality…read moremerchandise I require

Super helpful staff. I ask a lot of questions! Tons of selection. Just name it! They got it!…read more They are a lil pricey but I feel it's just how art is. Paint, pastels, paper, etc. I like to browse here a lot.

I can't imagine rating Columbia Art & Drafting Supply anything less than five stars; they quite…read moreliterally have everything and at very good prices. I work nearby and frequently go in for all kinds of misc and only ONCE did they not have what I was looking for, and to be fair to them it was more of an office supply store item than art supplies. The staff is super friendly and on more than one occasion has even let me in right as they were closing for emergency purchases. They're the best.

Very convenient art supply store with lovely customer service. They have paints, brushes, clay…read moreetc. They even have cards from local artist. Great treasures can be found here.

Cute independent store with beautiful art supplies. I stop by whenever we park nearby.read more

It seems that whenever I go in, for whatever reason, they are "out of stock" of the particular…read morethings I need. I mean really, WHITE mat board, both 'acid free' and 'archival' both missing white. People working there are nice Selection is wanting

great toy store and art supply store. I drove by it a few weeks ago on my way to King Burrito, I…read moremade a double take --- I didn't know this was here? I used to be a beer vendor up and down Lombard and I don't recall an art store. Yeah! Looks like fun. I looked it up on Yelp, too and I saw TOYS!! Two entries and exits. I entered and greeting was pretty nil, but that's totally no sweat it's Portland. I browsed and browsed - lots of versatile, gifty stuff, but not junk. Oh and the Art supplies are vast, it could almost be a hardware store, they have everything you could think of - a nice male employee asked me if I was looking for anything and that was sweet. I did hope to find a couple greeting cards and he pointed the way. I found a small duck figurine to buy. I would definitely come back and spend time here and spend a few bucks. Their art game is strong.

Such a beautiful store full of display after display of wonderful crafty items! The owner and her…read morestaff were fabulous and very attentive- The class area is spacious and well equipped with all the things. I cannot wait to come back for another visit.

These folks are so helpful. They will help you choose the supplies you need to create your vision…read more They also have some fun classes to help you build your skills.

While on Earth has been on my socials and I finally visited. It is a shop that brings a smile to my…read moreface. It is in a new building off Sandy. The building has many small businesses arranged along a hall, it reminds me of a similar building filled with creative businesses on Williams. Inside you will find books, stationary, art supplies, design goods, apparel, accessories, craft kits, journals, and home goods. It would be a great spot for gifts. Children may enjoy the kits and adults may enjoy the inspirational books. Can adults do kits? Of course. You can even find a gift for yourself! Do you need a DIY perfume kit? They have unusual items you will not find elsewhere. It is sometimes the clubhouse for Portland's social practice art world. The store has an upstairs rental space and there are often craft and creative workshops there. Much of their inventory is online too. While on earth we should be doing the best we can to improve things. While on Earth the store is a shop for creativity and inspiration. And gifting is one of our social practices which improves things.

From the owner: While on Earth is a retail shop and event space offering a highly curated mix of offerings to help…read moreconnect you with your inner creativity, creative spaces, and each other. Offering apparel, books, music, art kits, home goods, art prints, workshops, creative events and so much more. While on Earth's aim is to help you fart around and stay curious!

Friendly helpful staff. Easy to find what I needed. Easy parking. Fair pricing. Was looking for…read moresome art supplies for writing and drawing. Good inventory of available options.

These guys lasted through the pandemic is a small town. Amazing selection of Art supplies, books…read moreand every type of art supplies. I bought 3 tubes of Acrylic Paint and got 1 free! Service and ambiance is great. I go here every time I'm in Astoria

What a great store! The variety of supplies that they carry is amazing! I always buy way more than…read moreI planned on when I go here.

Amazing supples I live the pdx carpet paper. They are so friendly and love to help you in any wayread more