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 praised the quality and variety of art supplies available, noting that Blick offers a wide selection of high-quality products.
Customer Service
Many reviews highlighted the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff, with specific mentions of employees going above and beyond to assist customers.
Store Environment
While most customers appreciated the cleanliness and organization of the store, some expressed discomfort due to perceived security issues and staff behavior.
Pricing
Customers found prices to be reasonable, especially during sales, although some noted that certain items could be expensive.
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Christy B
Feb 17, 2026
5.0
Amazing quality products. Worth the price!
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Patricio Pereira
Jan 14, 2026
5.0
Good location to have for people uptown, plenty of art supplies.
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Michael Caffrey
Dec 9, 2025
5.0
Anthony and Oz were extremely helpful. I visited the store due to reviews on the staff. Great experience
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Eric Klüg
Nov 7, 2025
5.0
Needed oil paint and I was super high first timer overwhelming
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Christine Goss
Oct 26, 2025
4.0
I thought the Blick brand items were reasonably priced. Multiple staffers asked if I needed assistance but weren't pushy and didn't tail me through the store like at other art supplies places. Prices labels were clear everywhere and it was very clean. Music was pretty uncomfortably loud, unfortunately. Check out was fast and friendly.