I was impressed with the service here. I brought a syllabus with a list of materials for an interior design class and an associate helped me pick out each one. She could tell I was conscious of price and so she helped me find less expensive options. She also explained the difference between products I was not familiar with. I did some comparison shopping between Utrecht and Amazon and found the prices to be very comparable for basic art and design supplies like pens, pads, T-squares etc. Utrecht also has a large selection of picture frames, but they mostly for displaying art/photography and are not colorful or ornate - a good alternative to more expensive stores. I asked about a student discount but they did not offer one, which was a bit disappointing (they offer a credit card with 10% off the first purchase - not worth it for me). Still, the prices seem low enough that I could do without it. read more

I came by not too long ago to get some super glue to fix my glasses and I was impressed by the quality of this business. They had a great selection of art supplies for every classification I could think of--and there are a lot of areas of study: all types of paints, papers, writing/drawing tools. The list goes on and on. I was also impressed by the friendly professionalism and knowledge of the staff, asking me about any projects I am working on and if I need any assistance. They also have a rewards card so you can track your discounts and expenditures with no annoying periodic emails. I would definitely come by again if I need to read more

I work near this spot and drop in more often than I need to because they have so many cool things and are always helpful. I went by looking for stuff for my kids and the staff directed me to a great adjustable wood model that can be used for sketching. They also have good ideas about what kinds of paint or markers are best on what surfaces. Like anyone who is not an artist or in art school, I sometimes feel slightly awkward asking these artistic types for help with my issues. They are borderline too cool but generally so nice that I always return. read more

Blick is great. They have art materials of different quality and prices, which is great for amateur and advanced artists (i.e. me versus my friend). I bought the cheaper water color pallets and pastels and they work well. The staff are super helpful too. At the checkout counter, I told them that I bought the rainbow paper to replicate the Back to the Future hat. They asked how I planned to attach the paper and recommended modge podge. They even brought the cheaper bottle to the counter. read more

Great location with super helpful staff. Super well stocked also. They have good Covid measures in place. Never crowded.

Great customer service!!! will listen, look or find what you need. they will answer complex questions too with real answers. they looked up my question and asked other employees then we discussed options to get the effect i wanted. thanks!! I should have called fist rather than search the internet read more

I was in your store yesterday and had a great experience there. The service was phenomenal, listened to my questions and answered all, none of the store employees were pushy about purchases and finally,the sale prices are really good. read more

This Blick is a great store, in terms of having a very comprehensive inventory of art supplies and friendly staff. However, the prices here are outrageous compared to their online store! I was shopping for the DB Premier Cotton Canvas Splined Gallery Profile Canvas, 36" × 48". Online, the price is $32.99. In stores, the retail price is $79.48, even after web rebate! I spoke with the cashier about this huge price discrepancy and they responded that they are unable to price match. Needless to say, I decided to make my purchase online, which was free shipping for orders $35 or more. I definitely recommend visiting the retail location to check out art materials in person but make your purchase online! read more

Lost my order. After spending two days selecting items and painstakingly entering them, one by one, into the cart they lost the order. That's right, the order simply disappeared from their system. American Express received a request for approval of the charge but Utrecht didn't process the card. No alert, no indication that there was a problem was sent to me. All that effort down the drain. Never again Utrecht. Bottom line, make sure that you get a confirmation when you place the order. read more

Definitely one of the best art supply places for miles and miles. Utrecht is one of the main places to get good printmaking papers, so its nice to be able to go in person and buy stuff without paying shipping. Make sure you sign up for their mailing list because they send really good coupons too. read more

The only place to shop for art supplies in the Washington-metro area. Plaza is overpriced, Pearl is gone and everything else is annoyingly crafty. There was another that predated these places that was warehouse style - and that's gone, too. Washington is not kind to art supply stores. read more

True, great customer service. There are always exceptions. Lack of art store options in dc, but this one is smartly stocked for its Lilliputian stature. read more

Pretty good diversity on art supplies. Customer service is overwhelming. They keep offering help when you are just looking at products. In few minutes 5 people approached to me. Employees are doing their work but unfortunately they end it up putting pressure on the customer and making you feel uncomfortable. It is expensive, calligraphy supplies at least from my experience are better online at https://www.johnnealbooks.com/. I am not planning to go back. read more

It's the only art supply store in DC, but luckilly it's a good one. It's conveniently located downtown (F the burbs) and the staff is helpful. The store is well stocked with pretty much everything you would need. The prices are reasonable, but not great, and the prices on sale items are good. They will also stretch canvases for you. read more

I needed to buy many bits of art supplies for an upcoming drawing class. As I was walking aimlessly trying to find the supplies I needed, Leah stopped me and asked if she could help. She took quite a bit of her time to help me find things in stock and researched a few items on the store's computer system. Many thanks! Leah provided excellent customer service that you would never find at the big box department stores. I will definitely be back! read more

This is not a bad spot really - They have a limited selection and the staff's knowledge is sketchy at times when trying to find products and they are a bit disorganized in general but considering they are the only game downtown they are decent. The prices aren't fabulous and are higher than a lot of other places on regular items - sale prices tend to be really good but again - they are close by and convenience goes along way! read more

Great store - stocked with everything you could imagine for an artist. (My daughter, not me.) Good prices, selection, very nice and helpful staff. We'll definitely be back. read more

blick is always a nice place for supplies many of the employees seem like actual artists and as such can give helpful informed advice would recommend read more

Seems like a nice little place. I went looking for frames, and they didn't have an overwhelming selection (they're more focused on, you know, actual art supplies). I found one that fit my needs and was very affordable. Good customer service as well, I had a Yelp discount and even though they just merged with another company, the cashier checked with her manager and got it applied anyway. read more

I made my way over to Utrecht Art Supply because they were offering discounts to artists who participated in Artomatic. I'm an amateur photographer, so much of the supplies Utrecht sells doesn't really apply to me. Nonetheless I was impressed by their selection. They earn one star just for carrying nice 8x10 picture frames that didn't hurt my wallet. I was helped by a cute friendly cashier when I checked out. I definitely would go back. read more

I visited this store for the first time yesterday and will definitely be back. The stellar sales associates helped me find the supplies I needed for a class, and even looked at pictures I had on my phone of products I had lying around at home to tell me what they could be used for. And the sales associates are artists themselves, willing to offer advice from personal experience. Overall, the selection, prices, and customer service far exceeded my expectations. Thanks to this store, I will be making lots more art! read more

I LOVE UTRECHT! I moved to DC last year and while touring my district neighborhood found utrecht just around the corner. I couldn't be happier! The utrecht staff does a superior job helping you find what you need. I completely disagree with pru below... maybe they were just trying to let you save money? I mean, sometimes it also depends who you ask or if the store is super busy. Their canvas selection is the best I've seen in DC art stores, because they have a lot of variety. As an architect/artist, I want to be able to buy quality stuff that's not so expensive. I find that Utrecht always has great sales and even when they don't you get great deals! Also, the frame selection is fantastic. I absolutely love their neilson-bainbridge frames! As for Plaza....no thanks! I've got my art store =) read more

Ok. I was a little harsh on Utrecht before. If this location disappeared tomorrow, I would be very, very, very sad. I still love you Utrecht; but you are part of the love triangle with Plaza at 19th & K. read more

Blick has a great selection and their sales are great plus wonderful customer service

Really nice staff! Although the checking out process can be a little slow as a result. Store is well stocked and conveniently located a few blocks from Metro Center & McPherson Square. And they have free demos on Saturdays 1-3 if I remember correctly. I'll be back for sure. read more

Very friendly staff and a good selection of art supplies. Also great location and well-priced inventory.

They carry Krink, Molotow, and Montana pens, markers, and spray cans. Decent selection too.

Wow!! I am so glad I found this place on Yelp. It has everything that I needed and the staff were super nice. I've only been here once and the interaction with the staff on recommendations and general conversation with them was awesome! My first visit to this store was less than 12 minutes because service was awesome and everything was so well put together read more

Placed my first order yesterday and paid for overnight shipping. Thinking I would receive my package today. I call Ed to check on the tracking and they inform me that when coming from the vendor it adds an additional day. That would have been nice to know up front. What's the point of over night shipping if you can't get your items OVERNIGHT!!!!!! Highly irritated!!!!! Never ordering from this place again!!!!!!!!!!! read more

I Looooooooove Blick and it's selections of art supplies, by far & way better any art supply store I've came across. I only wish Blick would consider opening new store in NOVA at least near Tyson corner or in McLean. read more

This is a great art store in the heart of a downtown district. Very nice and affordable frames (less than $20 11x14 frames that aren't tacky) for art or photos, and the staff is really cool. There was a cool art demo/class happening when we walked in, which was very helpful even as I was just passing by. Definitely recommend coming here if you are on a budget but don't want your art to look like it. read more

Usually visiting art supply stores fill me with both joy (yay art!) and dread. The dread stems from often experiencing one of two extremes - either the store is a huge chain with a somewhat unknowledgable and uninterested staff, a large Crayola section beset with children, and as Mikkela T. put it so well, "scrapbooking doohickies" everywhere. Basically, I feel like I am at the grocery store - there is plenty of selection but it is impersonal and more of a chore than a treat. The other experience is that the place definitely feels like an artist haven - so much so that as a hobbyist and not a pro, I feel out of place and a bit embarrassed at asking basic questions...especially the times I have been greeted at other establishments with major 'tude for doing so. Well Utrecht is the exception to both of these! It is small, but well stocked, with reasonable prices and a super convenient location near Metro Center. The staff was very friendly (I was politely asked to leave my back pack at the cashier when I entered but they didn't make me feel like a criminal about it) and knowledgeable - without being overly attentive (i.e., asking if I 'need help' every 5 seconds...) Overall, they have good selection, good location, and great staff - I will definitely be making return trips. read more

This store has a good selection of stuff and the in store service is fid, however, they have terrible service if they need to order things from other stores if they are out of stock. I needed 1/4" plexiglass rods for a project. They are suppose to call me on Friday and tell me whether the Baltimore store has them in stock, but they didn't call, and put in an order for 1 pack (I needed 3 packs, they didn't ask so I don't know how they decided I need one only). I went to the store again on Sunday to check on the order on Sunday and told them I need 3 packs. They said they will check with Baltimore and call me back, which again they didn't...long story short, i called Baltimore store and they didnt have enough and I ended up speeding to Baltimore tried to beat the 5pm closing time. If the dc store would make the calls like they promised, I would be able to make other arrangements and finish my project in time! read more

And who isn't a fan of fantastically stocked arts and craftsy uberstores that are staffed with friendly, knowledgeable people? Oh, and have fantastically timely sales and don't actually need to have sales because their prices are super competitive? I'll take the small-scale, professional (yes, they cater to professional artists) store downtown over the big-box, hobby store any day. And the food trucks in the park next door have it all over the Chile's you'll have to settle for in the 'burbs. read more

Really, this store is terrific. They are well stocked and the staff really knows about their products and they are friendly as well. Over the holidays this past year, my husband went in to buy me a few things. He wanted to get me a nice easel to work on for my watercolors. The girl working there really helped him pick out just the right one and I was so surprised and happy when Christmas came. Of course, like all art supply stores, their stuff is expensive, yet competitive with the prices of other stores that carry the same products. They also have a great customer discount that helps out a lot at the register. And they can order items for you that they do not carry which is also nice. I live in Alexandria, and I know of another store close by that offers many of the items I use, but we take the trip in to DC on the weekends because it is worth it in terms of customer service and the knowledge of the staff. read more

This place is great. I go through sketchbooks and pencils really quickly so I find myself at this place pretty frequently. The selection is no-nonsense and extensive. They carry a lot of brands you can't find in other places. The staff is friendly and helpful. Usually I go in for one specific item and get inspired when I browse around. Prices are extremely reasonable. No complaints--highly recommend. read more

Very large selection and the customer service was very good. I spoke to two different employees on my last visit, one about sketching and the other on oil paints. Both were very knowledgeable and helpful. read more

One of the best art supply stores that I have ever shopped in! They have incredible sales and even their non sale items are very reasonably priced (think online prices or better). In addition to this, the staff is extremely knowledgable, having used the products themselves, very helpful in an unobtrusive kind of way, and just plain NICE! I've painted over 40 paintings in the last 3 months, and have gotten everything from this store with never a problem. If you want a great art store in the heart of DC, shop here!!!! read more

I am a political science major taking a general ed art class. Needles to say, I don't know the differences between the different brushes, paints, etc. But thanks to the helpful employees at Utrect, I was able to get everything my instructor asked us to get, and I saved some money too! I highly recommend this store for anyone (especially those less experienced) because of the phenomenal customer service and quality products. read more

lots of choices there, artsy and fancy, everything is great, what i don't like is the psycho not smiling and being mean that i apparently disturbed while mister was doing is little inventory. so whatever i will remove this review if i have better experience next time read more