I stumbled across this craft store and I'm so happy I did! I love planners, pens and everything journals and this store delivered. It spread to be small but once you go inside it's bigger than I expected and they have packed the store with goodies. Amazing collection of fountain pens and inks, regular pens and markers as well. They had paint, sketchbooks, journals, washi tape...the list goes on! Best part was the prices were good! I will be back!!! read more

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Wet Paint is an amazing , locally owned art haven. It is more that a store, it is a refuge, a place where you feel welcomed and encouraged ! The staff are happy to help you with any questions, and a have a depth of expertise. This is the place to go, whether you are beginning your art adventure, or well into it. The big box stores ... well, staff is usually sitting behind the counter, too busy stocking to help you, or have limited experience with art. Come here ! It's worth it ! read more

The reviews aren't kidding, this store is lovely and its staff even lovelier! I've been wanting to get into watercolor but been intimidated about getting the right supplies to start. A coworker recommended this store so I checked it out. I asked an employee for help and he brought me around to each section (paint, brush, paper) and talked me through all the options. He was so informative and kind, and not pushy about selling one thing or another. He gave me the information and let me decide. It was clear he was extremely educated and passionate about watercolor, his advice allowed me to make a great decision on my supplies (and it came out under budget)! While we were chatting, it turned out he was the manager of the store! I was so grateful he took the time to walk me through the store and give tips on painting. I don't live close to Wet Paint but I will always make a drive over from now on when I need to resupply. I couldn't recommend this place more! read more

This store is dangerous. I am not an artist but I could spend a lot of money here. I stopped in to buy Christmas presents. Super helpful staff who helped me pick out pens for my nephew who is learning Japanese and a paint set for my sister. I found some excellent journal pens for myself and even bought drawing pens. The selection is vast, prices are reasonable and staff so helpful. Love it! read more

best art supply store in MN. patronized by many many artists of all kinds who appreciate this independent art store with its skilled staff. I've been going here since I was a Macalester student 50 years ago. read more

Smart, friendly staff. Excellent selection. Great workshops and classes. Cool mural in back. read more

The best of the best! Amazing store with fantastic employees! Will order items you need if they don't have a in stock. Truly the best in the biz! read more

I popped in here for a short 30 minutes to kill some time and found the spot to be awesomely stocked with a lot of great tools and resources x as an artist myself, I saw no shortage of supply here. They even had a small book section where I found a daily sketch journal. I wasn't planning on purchasing anything, but after finding this book I felt I had landed here for a reason. The staff were also super courteous and kind and approached me a couple times to support my shopping needs. I walked in wanting to kill time, and walked out happy customer feeling like my calling was once again knocking on my door. I am grateful for this visit and look forward to returning. read more

Wet Paint - Store front, right at a bus stop which is convenient. Love the hand print logo. - Art Supplies Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Incredible art store! I came to pick out some craft activities for my kids (4 and 1) and they had such a nice selection of things to make and also craft boxes. The staff here is truly next level, incredible friendly and helpful! They helped me pick out the perfect complimentary colors for a painting, and guided me through some great project ideas for the kids. I love this store! read more

Beautiful selection of countless art supplies. One time I came in and had my eyes on some fountain pens though being in high school I unfortunately couldn't afford any at the time. A sweet woman ended up finding me on my way out of the store and had purchased a pen and gifted it to me as she overheard me telling my friends I wish I had one. This just goes to show the type of people who come in here. After the fact, a store clerk showed me how to use my pen and how to refill it for future use. read more

This place is my favorite store in Saint Paul. They have a wide variety of arts and crafts, and the employees are both kind and knowledgeable. Very local, small business feel. I love coming here! Earlier this week I thought I lost my wallet at this store, and called back to ask if they found it. They didn't, and I came back the next day to check. They then told me when I called, they remembered me and retraced my steps to look for it for me. What incredible customer service. read more

A really neat art shop! The shop has a fountain pen section, the section has a good variety and even includes some pilots (and the prices were comparable to online stores). You can try the pen there -which I think is super valuable- and look at ink charts (come on, you know you need another ink even if you have 50 of the same shade) I also saw a nice watercolor and gouache section and crafts section The staff was very friendly and no shortage of help, a must see if you want an in-person art store read more

Live nearby this location but have not frequented it. The second kid is big into drawing. And we consume lots of sketch pads as a result. I got the emergency SOS that we were out on my way home for work and so I stopped in. Instantly greeted in a friendly way when I walked in I explain the situation was brought over to the exact thing I needed. Checked out by another friendly staffer. I have no idea how the price compares to other locations or Amazon or whatever but the experience here was very positive and would bring me back. Recommended. read more

Best art store in Minnesota with helpful and knowledgeable staff! It's my go to shop when I need supplies with prices only slightly higher than Amazon. I'd rather give my business to a small non-chain store than Amazon! Even if you are not an artist stop in at Wet Paint it's a great store to just browse through. read more

I think other reviewers have pretty much covered all the bases - Wet Paint has an impressive selection of art supplies, books, journals, kits, coloring books, etc. I've found their prices to be comparable to chain stores and Amazon. They offer classes and do custom framing, and I've heard great things about both. I love the staff and the vibe. A really fun place. Shop local! read more

I took a print in to be framed and had very explicit instructions Kate did an amazing job and it turned out even better then I could've hoped it did I can't recommend them enough read more

I love Wet Paint. They're all so lovely and so helpful, it's always a super positive experience. They carry high end materials that you may have trouble finding elsewhere, like Schmincke watercolor or Holbein gouache. I really appreciated how one of the people who works there used gender neutral pronouns for me when referring to me to another coworker. It's rare to experience such a simple respect and it made my day, along with the incredible watercolors I had picked up. Besides fine art supplies, they have tons of other fun stuff like notebooks (Decomposition notebooks are my FAVORITE), books, stuff for kids, and SO much more. They've got a lifelong customer in me. read more

This is an easy 5 stars. The staff seem like they are artists too which clearly makes all the difference in customer service and products ordered. I doubt you will be dissatisfied. Love this place! I love the acryla- gouache neons i buy there, vibrant and mixes well w my acrylics! read more

If you're looking for anything art/craft related, don't bother shopping around, just come here as I guarantee they'll have it. I've been looking for 16x20 inch nice paper for a background of a frame project I'm doing and went to several places that didn't have that awkward sizing, nor would offer to cut to that size. I'd never been here but knew it existed, so I called to ask if they either had that size or could cut to size and from the very first phone conversation, to visiting the store and getting what I needed (they do have that size and do cut!) it was very easy and pleasant. The staff are wonderful, the store is very welcoming and fun to look around in, and the prices are good. They have everything you can think of. I'll definitely be back. read more

I was in town visiting family and someone told me about this store. I made sure I visited it. If you are a lover of quality art supplies this is the place to visit. The staff is knowledgeable about the art supply products. They sell full and half sheets of Chiyogami paper for collaging, bookmaking, etc. (three folders in fact). High quality paint, homemade paper, pens. It also looks they have art classes for all levels including kids. I want to keep stores like this alive and well. read more

Does your 8 year old NEED to learn origami only to NEED to learn calligraphy two weeks later? Problems solved. Any art related thing can be found here. They even have a room just for kids art/craft supplies and kits which I always go to for birthday gifts. The best part of this store is the staff. People greet you as you walk in and ask if you need help. And then they help with a nice attitude. Knowing my 8 yr. old I'm sure we'll be back soon. read more

Everyone here was super helpful and super nice. Awesome selection. My new favorite art store!

All I can say is if you want to get into creating artwork, just stop here. I decided I wanted to start painting watercolor a few months back and slowly started procuring supplies through Amazon and Michaels. As someone who wants to know EVERY detail about what a brush can do and the differences in paints, I found out fast that going to Michaels was doing me no favors in advancing my early watercolor career. After a search on Yelp for art stores, I found this true gem of a small business. I stepped in the doors being wary of being an overly needy beginner. Upon being greeted by the staff, I found no need to be concerned about that. The first time I came in was regarding paint brushes and what each brush does. I was blown away by the care the staff provided me with helpful tips, product recommendations in my price range, and ideas. The staff here clearly has a love and passion for painting that is positively contagious! So of course it was only a matter of time before I came back for some "splurge" items. I loved when I mispronounced Sepia when searching for watercolor tubes and the gentleman helping me cordially corrected me in such a kind manner. Another win is the variety of options they have here at different price points! As a novice to painting, I really didn't want to spend obscene amounts of money on supplies. This place was VERY competitive on prices. Considering the service, the atmosphere, and the prices this is a must stop for anyone in search of art supplies. I'm even getting butterflies planning out my next purchase while writing this review! read more

Love this local art supply store! Every time I visit the employees are very friendly and knowledgeable. They have supplies for beginners to more advanced artists. A place I love returning to! Also for those that are driving to this store there is a small parking area in the back! read more

The happiness meter is almost always pegged here! The staff is knowledgeable and eager to help. The selection of items well thought out and reasonably priced. If you want a neighborhood store in which you feel like your art, your patronage, and your questions matter -- then I highly recommend this cozy little shop. read more

I am not much of an artist but I certainly did not feel out of place at this store. The staff was incredibly welcoming and kind when helping me find what I was looking for. They gave me instructions and recommendations about the product that were extremely helpful for my project. In addition, they enforced safe procedures with COVID policies by only allowing a certain amount of people in the store at a time. Already looking forward to my next visit! read more

Wet Paint is the bomb. It's a local shop stacked with any art supply you can think of. Seriously, the place is crammed with anything you might need to get your Van Gogh on. It's like Harry Potter's Room of Requirement filled with any art supply you might desire. Their staff is always friendly and helpful, giving tips from personal experience and helping you find what you really need. Compared to other art stores in the Twin Cities, where I have received no attention at all, this is a super refreshing change. I just want to hang out with them and talk art. They often have deals and promotions, too- 50 percent off canvases is crazy good, and I feel like they run that one a lot. Wet Paint makes me wish I got artsy way more often than I do. read more

Just picked up a fantaaastic custom framing/matting job. The staff is very talented (artists know their art supplies and color theory) and attentive - they spent time with us picking out exactly the right mat colors (they have many, many shades of white plus every other color you could want). The artwork was all odd sized - pre-cut mats wouldn't have worked. We could only afford to custom frame 2, but they matted another 6 or so that we will be able to buy ready-made or second-hand frames for. They had a great selection of reasonably priced framing materials - in a very very wide range of styles. In the end we spent about $350 to custom mat and frame 2 and mat another 6 and it was sooo worth it (especially considering we had some of this artwork in a drawer, waiting until we had the time and cash to get it done). I would say they spent close to 2 hours helping us figure out all of the matting/framing colors, lord knows how long it took to do all of the work so perfectly. I also really enjoyed talking with them about the art. I will definitely be back again when I can afford to do some more. I only wish I had the $500,000 it would cost to buy a house in Mac Groveland so I could visit more often. Thanks Wet Paint! read more

PARADISE - for artists - paint, paper, TEXTURES and deals on good supplies. I would sometimes come here just to check out the same supplies or to feel the same sheets of thick watercolor paper that I know I could not afford just to be happy. Once it became a dangerous addiction, I started taking harder classes at Macalester that demanded more of my time so I would not be able to linger about at Wet Paint! The only way Wet Paint could earn 6 or even 7 stars is if they roast and serve fair trade coffee and offer free studio space. Of course then the place would be hopelessly packed with students eager to take advantage of that. STILL I think it should happen! read more

This is a fantastic art supply store. For a small space, they pack in an incredible selection for very reasonable prices. I started coming here after it was suggested by the professor who taught the 'architecture in watercolor' course I took at the U. They have so many high quality brushes and papers to choose from, and if I remember correctly, they even created a custom 'kit' for our course. Their employees are always so helpful and friendly, and they're clearly knowledgeable about the supplies they're selling. At some of the other art supply stores in the Twin Cities, I sometimes feel like I have to search awhile for help, and then I'm unsure whether to trust them, but I'm always promptly offered assistance by very credible individuals when I'm at Wet Paint. Plus, I love being able to support an independently-owned business. It also doesn't hurt that it's located in such a cute area, on Grand Avenue in St. Paul. read more

Great variety of merchandise available along with a very knowledgeable staff. Which is very helpful for a novice like me. The shop is loaded with fascinating things to see, I usually browse for sometime even when I am done with shopping. The parking can be a little challenging sometimes, especially during the daytime. Also the shop can be a little pricey and the cost adds up if you do not remain careful. read more

This is a Wonderland of a shop for everyone with any sort of artistic inclination. Staff are friendly and knowledgeable and willing to assist. Space is loaded with great things: decorative and handmade papers, all sorts of pens, pencils and markers, inks, pastels, pencil sharpeners, erasers, books, art kits, storage containers, pads of paper, paints, brushes, easels, framing supplies, plain stationery, decorative stamps, embellishments, and on and on. Prices are very reasonable. Business is locally owned by a woman who lives right in the neighborhood. Several years ago, I purchased my first watercolor painting supplies here. I love to return here every so often to just browse at the cool stuff. Easy for me to do since they're right in the neighborhood. read more

This is the premier art store in town. They have one of the largest selections and by far the most knowledgeable staff in town. If you want something they don't have they can order it for you. Huge handmade paper selection I don't always buy all my stuff here but its definitely my favorite art store in town. You need to go here is you love art supplies like I do. Its easy to spend money here be careful. : ) read more

This is seriously the best art store I've ever been in!! I just found it the other day and I will definitely be back for more markers and paper! They are well-staffed and have many different options and price ranges. Yessss! read more

O.M.G. this place is heaven. I walked around in a stupor for 20 minutes, mouth wide open in wonderment, at all of the goodies packed into every available crevice. Outstanding paper, ink, and drawing supplies. Great staff - I visited when they were h e l l a busy and yet managed to be asked thrice if I needed any help (perhaps because I looked like I'd hit the mother lode). I went in search of Gocco supplies, and they, like everyone else in the world, were sold out, unfortunately. read more

I am very disappointed, I used to come here all the time and was always delighted with the supplies and service. I have to say I will never go back again. Very disgusted with the way we were greated with a grunt and "closing in 10 min." that was it, not good evening or anything else. My kids and I preceded to be followed/stalked around the store as we waited for the paper to be cut. Then we were told one price and got to the register and it was 3x as much. My children including my 16 mos. old baby were told to stop and get by their mom and even the manager/owner admonished my baby telling him to stop touching a paintbrush. Totally disgusted and very disappointed. read more

Best art store on the continent! This place is dangerously fantastic- with helpful staff, papers from around the world and everything from kids' stickers to the finest French intaglio ink. They know what they are doing and they have it all!!! I'm glad I don't live closer or I'd spend my entire paycheck in this palace of art supplies. read more

there's no getting around the fact that this is _the_ art supply store in the twin cities. sure, blick's good for the odd notebook refresh and stocking up on the standard stuff, but when you want to feel really artistically inadequate you need to come here. they have pretty much everything, the staff is very knowledgeable and they know where to point me when i come in asking for a particular pen which i've recently seen / discovered and fetishized. if you suffer from an art paper and/or notebook fetish like i do, they're your hookup. they carry the moleskine line, the rhodia pads, exotic italian notebooks watercolor paper that could be used for shipping containers, you name it. then there's their paint selection and a wall of brushes. i'll stop now. read more

Yo, for real, I don't normally write isht for stores on here, but SRSLY this place is just amaze. The staff came to my rescue and gave me exactly what I needed, and they had it on stock, and all of 'em just could not have been nicer. I am super snobby and obscure too, so for them to just blow it up like that for me, I could not be more happy and blown away by how wonderful these cats were. Love ya all, Dru read more

The workers here are EXTREMELY HELPFUL...like not even if you ask. They'll come up to you with the exact info you need/want to hear. They are independently owned, you can order off their website, and they always have some much-needed impulse buy at hand. They stock Gocco supplies (not for long!) and have probably the best artist paper selection in the state. I love it. read more