Art Alternatives

Art Alternatives

Based in the San Francisco Bay Area we’re a small creative group designing art supply essentials at great prices so that we can all afford to make art part of every day.

Art Alternatives launched in 2000 and specializes in art surfaces including over 350 sizes and styles of canvas and panels, as well as black books and 1000+ other creative tools and supplies.

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We stay ahead of customs, brokerage and exchange fees to provide a flat wholesale cost in CAD.

Gordon Anstey's family.

We're a small, family-run company, established in 1957.

Expect a greater emphasis on you as an individual customer. Speak to a real person instantly, or receive a quick e-mail or text response.

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