Elise is a master artist. So talented, fair, with friendly service. I will definitely return! Thank…read moreyou for repairing our family's memento in a timely manner!

This is the best frame shop on the North Shore, an artist-owned business, and the taste level is…read moresuperb here. Everything is custom and the consultants are outstanding. There is some high-level, elegant but quiet artwork for sale hung on the south wall but nothing that shrieks at you. A beautiful contemporary tapestry on view in a side room was done by an artist whose work is in the collection of the Art Institute! Lovely, small ceramic pieces there would make great little gifts. I love the place. Beautiful, friendly, competent. I would not go anywhere else.

My girlfriend and I came in to get mats cut for two photographs. It was a small job, but the owner…read moretook great care to work with us to choose the color and the placement of the window, and when he heard we'd come up from Hyde Park, he offered to cut the mats same day so we wouldn't have to drive all the way back to pick them up. The price was very reasonable, and he even threw in backing board and photo corners at no extra charge. We're glad to have found Alley Gallery and will definitely be back!

I've been going to Alley for years now . . .they always come through…read more If there are issues, and they very infrequent, they will resolve them. Alley folks also work to find a proce who can afford. Great shop to browse in . . .very old school! Check them out in Evanston! Larry

So happy with the selection new to yelp but I needed to share how many great choices they had…read more I needed a gift for my son's birthday and they helped me with several options. I ended up getting him a signed Derrick Rose jersey that he absolutely loved.

I was trying to buy a card. He sold it for $25 and then later that week I looked up the card to see…read morehow much it was worth. It turns out the owner of bleachers scammed me when the card was really worth four dollars. after knowing this, I went to a different card shop and then this man was so helpful. I do not recommend bleachers card store unless you find the perfect price and search up the card before you buy but even then the owner of bleachers card store is probably not gonna let you buy it for the price that it really he's trying to make money by scamming people. But I went here once and this manager was helpful, but I don't think he really paid attention to what the card was really worth knowing that maybe if I go back another time he will help me more and if I look it up, he might accept the actual pricing but so far knowing what I know I got scammed I might try it one more time and see how it goes. Maybe is different or framing something but all I know is I don't expensive they're not worth. Maybe if I went back again it will be a lot different of an experience and I might drop a five star.

Blick Art Materials Evanston is a creative wonderland. This location is huge and has…read moreeverything--from stationery and art supplies to framing. I love coming here for inspiration as much as supplies. The selection is excellent, the team is friendly, and I always leave creatively energized and glad I stopped in. A must for anyone who loves to make things.

Great spot for everything the artist needs. Love their selection of paints, pigments and spray…read morepaint.

I have been able to purchase 3 works of art from this gallery. I love their knowledgeable staff…read moreand that they are willing to work with and educate the buyer, without being at all pushy. The caliber of artists they represent is the highest and very diverse. I hope to be able to add to my collection soon.

So your local theater is closed, the mall is too dangerous, and your favorite symphony has been…read morereduced to digital noise. Now, right now, is the time to bravely walk into an art gallery and get acquainted with a few creative souls whose livelihoods are jeopardized by our present pandemic. Find a gallery whose artists enrich your soul, whose works belong in your home. Get to know their work. Buy a few pieces. My personal favorite is Zia Gallery in Winnetka. Zia's small space houses the work of 19 extraordinary artists. I have followed their works for several years, have purchased a few pieces, and cherish every opportunity to see new additions. Without fail, my visits there are enriched by talking to Anne Hughes, who not only can illuminate her own creative process, but is as intimately familiar with every other artist's work as with her own. Visit Zia's website to see examples. Then adopt one of their artists. You don't have to spend a fortune. The pieces I have bought at this gallery have ranged from $200 to $1200 and I cherish them. Others I've admired cost much more. Buy what you can afford, but don't let these vibrant galleries die. Just. Do. It.

I cannot say enough great things about my experience from start to finish with Frame Warehouse,…read morespecifically with Paul and Ava! I went to 3 other frame stores before I found them. I brought in a large textile that I wanted framed and every other store I went to found an obstacle with everything due to the size of the piece. The biggest difference with Frame Warehouse was that they said "yes!" And found ways to make my requests happen, which turned into a piece that is unique and that I truly LOVE! Thank you, Ava, for your knowledge and guidance. Paul went above and beyond from the moment I called him to see if they could work with a piece this size, to the moment it was delivered. Yes, delivered, which we never discussed, but I got a text from Paul saying that they were renting a truck to bring it to me. I didn't even have to ask, they just made it happen at no extra cost to me. I about fell off my chair- the customer service was SO spectacular and is rare these days. All of this to say, I cannot recommend Frame Warehouse enough. I am SO beyond thrilled with my piece, my experience, and with Ava and Paul. Save the time that I spent looking at other stores and go straight to Frame Warehouse.

Rowen at Frame Warehouse is a gem. She knows how to…read morelisten, is a true artist with excellent taste , knows her inventory and does a fabulous job framing. I see they are listed as being more expensive than the average in the area. This is not true. Their pricing is excellent and on par or even better than other local places. I have been coming here for years and am thrilled with the quality of the final product

If you prefer greeting cards that are astonishingly perfect for the recipient and the occasion,…read morethis is the place for you. Worth it.

Paper Source is my go to for stationary, cards, crafts and gifts. When I can't seem to find…read moreanything in store their staff is helpful in finding what I need and going online to get it. Their prices are expensive but the tradeoff is paying for quality and appeal. If you're newly engaged, I would recommend taking a look at their wedding stationary. They have a gorgeous selection of invites. Parking is found along Central Avenue. If parking on Central is difficult there's a metered lot across the street which accepts coins and card.