Fine Art Supply — Local services in Astoria

Such a great experience after growing up shopping at Art Media in Portland where prices where astronomical and the staff often a bit pretentious, yet unhelpful. Dots N Doodles is everything I used to imagine a great art store being, before I’d ever been in a great art store.

It’s really a small town, community store, not a corporate chain. And it shows.

The owners are incredibly helpful and knowledgeable about art materials. And they have a great knack for knowing how much to offer their assistance and how much to just let you discover the store. It’s rare that I go to a store where they actually teach me things. But they’ve taught me a number of things.

They have the most wonderful store mascot. The sweetest dog ever.

The selection is outstanding. They always have what I’m looking for and have things I didn’t know I should try.

Two of the friendliest people you could ever hope to meet. I don’t know how a retail experience could be any better than a visit with either of these two.

Prices are very reasonable in an industry known for being priced for well-to-do hobby artists. Lots of materials on an ongoing sale. And there’s usually several great things on a steep discount. I often leave with an impulse buy because the sale was too good to pass up.

You cannot get from an online discount store what you get Dots and Doodles. Instead of ending up with a great price on the wrong things/poor quality, you get a great price on the right things, some helpful direction and a very good experience. Plus it’s right in the neighborhood. This professional painter couldn’t recommend an art store any more than I recommend...

If I could give more than five stars, I absolutely would! Fiber Art Supply is an absolute treasure. My visit was unforgettable, thanks to the incredible hospitality, knowledge, and passion of Mike and his amazing mom, Joe. We made the trip from Long Beach to purchase supplies, and from the moment we walked in, we were greeted with open arms by Mike. He was more than knowledgeable—he was a true expert! Every question we threw his way was met with thoughtful and helpful answers. It’s rare to meet someone so genuinely passionate about what they do, and his dedication to the arts shines through every interaction. The store itself is a dream for artists, filled with an exceptional selection of supplies for every medium imaginable. And upstairs? Joe, Mike’s mom, was teaching a watercolor class—a detail that made me love this place even more. Although I didn’t get the chance to meet her, I truly regret it. What a story this family has, pouring their hearts into a business that clearly means the world to them and to the artistic community. If you’re in Seattle, Fiber Art Supply is an absolute must-visit. Whether you’re an experienced artist or just dipping your toes into creativity, you’ll leave feeling inspired and supported. Thank you, Mike and Joe, for your incredible dedication to the arts. You’ve created something truly special. I’ll be back in a heartbeat.

Highly, highly...

ASTORIA’s FINE ART SUPPLY STORE

The BEST & ONLY ART SUPPLY Store around the area. I absolutely love this Art Store, & the people in it. I have found everything I could possibly want for my Artwork it is either in stock or they are able to get it right away. Jo & Mike are Talented Artists themselves and very knowledgeable with all mediums, & were available there to help me with all my questions. I have been to many other Art Stores, & have never received this type of help along with such an interest in my own Artwork. Also if you are interested in learning about a new Medium or wanting to learn more about the Medium you are using then this is the best place to go & get the information to the wide variety of Art Classes, in All Mediums for All Ages, they will direct you to The Astoria Art Loft, located just upstairs from them. You or your children can get classes in Art. Like Drawing with Graphite, Charcoal, Colored Pencils, Watercolor Pencils, or Drawing with Pastels, Oil, Chalk, & pastel Pencils. Or Painting with Watercolors, Acrylics, & Oils. Or Collages, and more even Workshops taught by other Artists. What a great way to learn & meet other like minded people/ARTISTS. You can get what supplies you need at the FINE...