You know us as your creative marketplace and go to destination for art supplies and framing, but did you know we’re also your source of some of the most unique gifts in town? Look below at some of our recent Instagram posts for some of our coolest new items! Read More…
One of our best sales of the year is here again! Be sure to stop in and shop our “It’s Almost Spring Sale” with up to 70% off of select items. Dozens of items are on sale, making it a great opportunity to stock up and save. Check out some of our great items on Read More…
You’ve picked out your favorite prints, paintings, and photos, had them all framed by us, and now you’re ready to create that perfect gallery wall. But how do you create a striking collection and not a disorganized mess? Gallery walls can be tricky, but there’s no denying the impact they can have on a room. Read More…
The holidays are here, and Artmart is your one-stop-shop for everyone on your list. Shopping for an artist, and want to stock them up on their favorite supplies? Want to frame a treasured memory for a loved one? Or, need to find the perfect, unique gift for the notoriously hard to shop for friend? Come Read More…
Have you tried YUPO paper yet? This trendy and revolutionary product produces otherworldly images, particularly when used with alcohol inks. In this video, Lynn Busch of Legion Paper uses YUPO in combination with Jacquard Piñata Alcohol Inks and a butterfly dye cutter to create a luscious, colorful collage bursting with color! Stop by our store to Read More…
The soothing calm of blue. The fiery passion of red. It’s long been known that certain colors elicit an emotional response when viewed. And as much as color is a fundamental aspect of art, it is also well studied in the scientific community. Want to learn more about colors and their psychological effects? Our friends Read More…
In 2009, illustrator Jake Parker created a challenge for himself for the month of October: draw a work of art in ink each day, and share it with the world online. This challenge has come to be called “inktober”, and now thousands of artists take part every year! Will you be participating? Even if you Read More…
Watercolor…a favorite style of painting of such greats as Vincent Van Gogh, Georgia O’Keefe, and others. This type of painting is characterized by highly fluid motions and, often times, a deliberate lack of control! While the medium may be a little intimidating and even messy, it is easy for beginners to quickly master a number Read More…
It’s easy to take for granted that at the core of many pieces of art there are fundamental, chemical bases of the pigments and dyes used, allowing us to perceive a full spectrum of colors. Developing and standardizing these chemicals into paints and inks is actually quite an interesting history! Our friends at Invaluable.com recently Read More…
Summer may be winding down, but there’s no reason not to enjoy summer cocktails all year round! And even better, why not celebrate some classic works of art while partaking in a delicious beverage? Our friends at Invaluable.com have posted a fantastic guide to seven craft cocktails inspired by classic works of art. What a Read More…
Drawing in permanent ink may seem risky! But many artists use ballpoint pens to create incredible works of art. We were recently inspired by the surreal drawings of Nuria Riaza… According to this article on creators.vice.com: When she was growing up, the artist Nuria Riaza remembers, her parents didn’t seem to care as much about what she Read More…
Our Fall Sale is back, and our discounts may just make you “fall” over! We’ve got paints, panels, paper and more marked down up to 70%. Plus, university students and faculty save 30% on eligible non-sale art supply items.Stop by and stock up to take advantage of the big savings. Here’s some of our specific Read More…