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I found this store years back and loved the low key layout, huge, a bit intimidating but once you find your way it seems more homey. i love the selections, but i am disappointed in some of the staffs attitudes. the younger ones seem to be angry about the presence of any customers, or i find that to be true on the paint/ fine arts floor. i am somewhat turned off by their lack of concern for acknowledging a customer waiting at a register. but the older staff members there are very real and very inspiring. i am not past the age of 24, so i am happy to be assisted by these seasoned patient artists. they have a lot of insight and are always cracking jokes. :) would def. recommend if you are an art student who would love a discount on kick butt products.
Posted 09/07/09 | Report Abuse
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BAD CUSTOMER SERVICE, the cashier was beyond nasty to me today. The guys in the store was friendly but not her! Was it something I did. I went to the cashier and gave her my $50. She tossed the product back on the counter and said no she has no change. Tossed my money back at me and took away the product. The product was 15.45??? What a slacker. I will never go back there
Posted 07/21/09 | Report Abuse
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I've been going to Pearl Paint for about 5 years. It has a great assortment of supplies in one place, and the student/teacher discount is great (it comes out to be around what tax would cost you).
Lately, I've been disappointed in the staff. Most of them are helpful and pleasant, especially on the paint floor, and the top architecture/drafting floor. I find them to be the most helpful, informative people. However, the last few times I went onto the paper floor, there was an a**hole cashier. I wanted to ask him what his problem is because I didn't do or say anything to him - he just sits there, sulks, and seems pretty annoyed and p*ssed-off that he has to be there at all. Get a new job, man. When I saw that he was working again the second time, I thought to myself, "Damn, I have to deal with him again?!" I started going to Blick and Utrecht more often.
Also, the floor manager on the printmaking floor is kind of an a**hole. He's so snooty and treats the staff under him like sh*t. Again, another reason just to go to another store for my supplies.
So yes, it's a great, big art store with some fabulous people. They just need to get rid of the few a**holes. I'll continue to shop and Pearl Paint but I won't be making any more special trips unless I need something from the paint or architecture/drafting floor.
Posted 01/08/09 | Report Abuse
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This is the greatest art supply store. As a college student I worked here part time they have supplies for every hobby. If they don't have it they are willing to order it they have about 3 locations.
Posted 12/23/07 | Report Abuse
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Great selection. Great Prices. Great if you have extra time to waste.
Definitely not great for someone who prefers smaller stores. It can become frustrating shopping at a store with 4 flights of great supplies..Not for me, But Great STORE!!
Posted 12/19/07 | Report Abuse
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It's like a huge candy store for art supplies. Whatever you can think of they have, from oragami paper the size of a pencil eraser to leather portfolios the size of a tiny building. I used to come here with my dad as a treat after school and I still love coming here. Granted, the prices are a tad on the high end, but where else could you find so much stuff for your hobby?! Oh yeah, don't ride the elevator. It's creepy and everytime I'm in there I fear for my life. Take the stairs, they aren't that hard to climb.
Posted 07/26/06 | Report Abuse
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They have everything under the sun, and are very reasonably priced. This place is very busy on the weekend, so dont expect you will get detailed help. Go during weekdays, and the staff will be a lot more helpful. Its also a great store for getting decorating ideas. The only problem is that it is hard to find a cab afterwards, when you need to haul everything back.
PROS: helpful staff
CONS: Hard to find cab
Posted 11/18/05 | Report Abuse
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Living about 2 hours outside the city, we only make the trip a few times a year - not as often as we'd like. But we have amassed a set of stores and restaurants have started to become "must stops" while there, and Pearl Paint is one of those.
My husband is a scenic designer, and we spend a lot on art supplies. We buy some things locally, order some online, and then there are those small pricey items that are categorized "wait until the next trip to Pearl"
Make it a "must stop" for yourself and see the great selection, prices, and expertise.
Posted 11/15/05 | Report Abuse
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Pearl Paint is a great place for hard to find art suplies - they have everything you can imagine in there. The store is huge, there are a few floors just filled with merchandise. Ive spent so much time in there just looking through all the items they have. The prices range from average to a little high, but its still worth a look.
Posted 11/15/05 | Report Abuse
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this store is huge- 5 floors- plus an annex across the street with framing supplies- an art lovers paradise. has every kind of paint, paper and canvas imagineable- plus other crafts, photo albums, rubber stamps, sktechbooks, etc. There is one floor taht has a beautiful selection of large printed papers (about 20" by 30") varying in prcie- with everything from asian designs to retro prints- very unique and worth looking at. that said, this stire is not cheap but since it is so big you can usually find a range of products/prices depending on what you are looking for. if you a have a student card- dont forget- 10% off.
Posted 11/15/05 | Report Abuse
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I am very pleased with this store. It has many levels. I wish they had an elevator. You have to walk up all those stairs to get to different floors. They have everything related to art. You name it and they have it. Its the ultimate supply store. The prices are good and there are helpful employees to help you find things. They have all types of paints, brushes, paper, color pencils, and more. They are conviently located on Canal Street. It is a crowded street and there a lot of shoppers. Pearl Paint is your number supply store. Their selection is huge. Highly recommended for artist and normal people alike.
Posted 08/28/05 | Report Abuse
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This store has all of the supplies you'll ever need for your art classes. They have all different types of brushes and even the hard to find paints. The prices are extremely reasonable, and they always seem to have a full supply of everything, so if you're approaching your deadline, most likely, you'll find it here. Go check them out, you'll love them.
Posted 08/23/05 | Report Abuse
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Art Attack in NY
by Anonymous
Pearl paint is the best place to get any/all art supplies. Located in Chinatown makes finding a place to chow down a no brainer. Summertime on Canal st. is an experience. You should try it.
PROS: Floors n Floors of stuff.
CONS: none for me
Posted 08/09/05 | Report Abuse
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pearl paints is an amazing art's supplies store. it's great how they're organized with each level for different things such as a level for paint and etc. it's so easy to find anything. the people working there are so friendly and helpful.
Posted 08/02/05 | Report Abuse
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An artist's dream come true, great prices, they are over four floors. Any project you could possibly think of, you'll find the supplies you'll need here.
Posted 07/27/05 | Report Abuse
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This store has everything and anything you could need for art supplies. They have floors of things. Its a little hard to find exactly what you ar elooking for but if you flag someone down they are happy to help you.
Posted 07/26/05 | Report Abuse
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The only issue i might have with this store is the lack of organization and the staff. If you know your way around or can manage on your own, they have everything you could ever need, or someone in the store will tell you where to get it. I highly recommend...very good for all the art supplies you could need.
Posted 07/22/05 | Report Abuse
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Anything you can dream of that has to do with arts and craft supplies can be found here in this very store! It's very well organized with their boards directing you to what you want at which level. Some things may be expensive, but that's only because it is made out of excellent quality. There are also always things on discount. It's a neverending supply. Also check out the craft centers through the back doors and across the street. You can find knitting materials, beads, styrofoam balls, etc. A must see!
Posted 07/17/05 | Report Abuse
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Pearl Paint is the number one art supply store in New York. Five stories of everything you need to make a variety of art. The staff knows there business and you can find everything from portfolios,stretchers, brushes, paints and sketchbooks. Even if you just dabble in art you shouldn't miss this place.
PROS: The best
CONS: should be open 24/7
Posted 07/16/05 | Report Abuse
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The best prices and the best selection in art supplies, in my opinion. I once bought 11 paint brushes and two small tubes of oil paint for $23. They have a great clearance brush section. There are 4 levels, I think. Great for experienced artists, might be a little confusing for those just starting out, as the place is so big and the sales people are hard to find.
Posted 07/13/05 | Report Abuse
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I need to go get beads and plaster, and my ex roommate recommended the place ( she is an artist herself). Prices for most stuff are very well priced. If one is an art student or art teacher, you can get additional discounts. Huge selection for arts and craft supplies. The paints are cheap compared to other art supplies stores. Their merchandise is very well displayed,one can find items easily. Service is so so, you can get good advice if one asks the assistants.
Posted 07/12/05 | Report Abuse
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My husband is an artist and spends a lot of money here but I refuse to go with him anymore - the elevator is broken often, no A/C - sweaty people that don't believe in deodorant - over priced - no thanks!
Posted 07/10/05 | Report Abuse
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I shop here all the time for my son. He's very much into painting and making things, and when I take him here, it's like letting a kid loose in a candy store. The prices aren't too expensive. I spend a lot of money but I walk out of there with a lot of stuff. The place is huge, so plan enough time to check everything out. The staff is very helpful. I plan to continue going to Pearl Paint for all our art supply needs.
Posted 07/09/05 | Report Abuse
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While the accessibility and astetic pleasure of this store may not be equal to that of Lee's, the prices (for all of us starving artists) are reasonable.
Posted 06/19/05 | Report Abuse
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Pearl Paint has EVERYTHING that an art student craves. They have a fantastic selection of papers, paints, drawing supplies, some beading supplies, and lots and lots of wonderful things. I could spend hours browsing here.
Posted 05/31/05 | Report Abuse
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I used to work on Varick Street, not far from Pearl Paint. I would go there on my lunch hour, but found that an hour wasn't enough time. I just loved looking around at all the goodies! They have so much more than paint--you name the hobby, they have the supplies you need--paint, colored sand, all kinds of wood, yarn, glues, all kinds of paper, the list goes on and on. It's a huge store, and it does get very crowded, so plan to go when you have more than a lunch hour to spare!
PROS: You can find all your arts and crafts supplies here, good prices
CONS: Gets crowded, not the best location
Posted 05/11/05 | Report Abuse
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Pearls Paint has been in business forever, And I know why. They absolutley everything that an artist would ever need. The store is always packed but it is worth it. Once you get it you feel like a kid in a candy store.
Posted 05/10/05 | Report Abuse
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More of an arts store than a crafts store, there is a large selection of markers, paints, canvases/pads, etc. (if you don't mind hiking up the stairs to get to the upper floors). The staff is pretty helpful; many of them are artists in some capacity. This store does not have a lot for crafts like knitting/needlework, jewelry making, etc. But I guess that's why it's not called "Pearl Knitting" or "Pearl Jewelry."
PROS: Large selection of art materials.
CONS: Smaller selection of crafts materials.
Posted 05/06/05 | Report Abuse
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