Founded in Galesburg, Illinois, in 1911, Blick Art Materials (DickBlick.com) is the largest and oldest provider of art supplies in the United States with more than 65 retail stores nationwide. Its products cater to the full spectrum of artists — from the youngest child ready to scribble with his or her first crayon to well-known, gallery-represented professionals. The company’s extensive product selection, competitive prices, and superior customer service make Blick the best choice for art educators, students, artists, architects, designers, hobbyists or anyone requiring quality art materials for work or pleasure. A long-time advocate of art education in the U.S., Blick also provides support to scholastic, collegiate, and professional art shows, both financially and through a variety of materials that emphasize the benefits of art education. Blick also supports the communities in which it does business by sponsoring in-store events, local schools, art leagues, and community groups across the country.
Customers consistently praised the staff for being friendly, knowledgeable, and eager to assist with finding supplies.
Product Selection
The store offers a wide variety of art supplies, catering to different artistic needs, although some customers noted limitations in specific categories like ceramics.
Pricing
Prices are generally considered reasonable and competitive, with frequent sales that enhance the shopping experience.
Store Experience
The store atmosphere is welcoming and well-organized, making it enjoyable for customers to browse and shop.
Parking Issues
Several reviews mentioned difficulties with parking, particularly during busy times.
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Harold PK
4 days ago
4.0
I go here for all my art supplies as there really no alternatives. Michael’s comes close but they’re overpriced. Staff here appear to be artists as well and are quite knowledgeable in the different media. The prices seem on par with online for the most part. It’s not a large store, however the inventory is deep. As an oil painter myself I find everything I need from basic oils like Windsor to higher end like Old Holland.
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claire brooks gardner
Feb 23, 2026
5.0
Incredibly helpful & friendly
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Sara Hufnagle
Feb 7, 2026
5.0
Helpful staff, wide variety of materials, well priced.
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M Kesli
Feb 6, 2026
5.0
Very helpful staff and they have a very very frequent sale for framing supplies.
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Abigail
Jan 18, 2026
2.0
The ceramics section is 1 side of half of an aisle and is always out of whatever I go to buy. This location is within a few miles of a ceramics studio, not sure why they neglect the ceramics section so badly. Not even a single bat in stock. If you’re looking for ceramics supplies or clay, go to the location in Detroit.