Jerry's Artarama is such a great resource in Knoxville! I take all my framing jobs there, and have never been disappointed, To tell the truth, I need a lot of advice about everything that goes in to choosing a matte and frame, but Sarah takes the time to show various options so that I can participate in the decision. Besides framing, I go to Jerry's for gifts for family and friends. For my grandson's 4th birthday, he'll have a kid's easel from Jerry's, thanks to Nick's help in organizing that special gift! read more

I didn't realize for years this place is a chain, because it has such a chill local feel to it. The pricing is fair and usually cheaper than Michael's or online pricing in my experience. They have a huge selection too, and very attentive and nice staff. It ALMOST got annoying how many people asked me if I needed help last time I was in there but much appreciated! There's no better place locally to get art supplies. read more

Everything you can possibly imagine for the artist and more. Our daughter in law was thrilled with a gift card for Christmas.

While the store layout is confusing and the staff hold chit chats in the aisles where you wish to shop, you can't beat the prices.

Horrible customer service. The short girl with the mask on insulted my girlfriend and I as soon as we asked her a question. She would not help us find what we asked her for, and instead kept insisting that she knew how to complete our art project better than us. Super slow checking out and incredibly over priced. Will NOT be back. read more

I've been going to Jerry's Artarama since long before it was Jerry's Artarama. Over the years, it's been very consistent in it's quality. Quality of product, quality of staff. When I first started going, it was during the college years. I'd relied on middle school and high school teacher's supplies in any previous art endeavors. Starting in college, I was on my own. I leaned on the staff, making sure I was getting the correct tools for my trade. They could not have been nicer. Even now, I think most employees are artists themselves, so they understand what you're looking for, and can guide one better. Products. A lot of folks who buy art products still like to walk into a physical location. You get to actually pick out your products, instead of just adding them to a virtual shopping cart. I always end up coming out of there with a thing or twenty that I did not plan on buying. The best part is you can try some of the items. I'm in an illustrators meet up group, and wanted to try something new. I found these gorgeous marker sets, drew a little on paper with them, and purchased half a dozen different shades. You can't do that with a non-physical location. I try to support Jerry's Artarama as much as I can, and I hope others do too, because in institution like them needs to stick around. read more

A friend took me to this unique place this past week. There are lots of artist supplies to look at, and we browsed for quite awhile before I finally found what I was looking for. Seems like they either need more isle "labels" or some items are just randomly placed without rhyme or reason. Four or five stars on the options available here.for artists of different kinds. 2.5 or 3 stars for employee service, the latter because none of the employees offered us assistance nor were they friendly. My suggestion to the manager is to improve customer service. read more

I was looking to get basic supplies. They were all so helpful and cared about what I was trying to create. In the end I got everything I needed. read more

The cheapest prices for the best quality with the nicest help for any artist, any time, be it n00bz or not- jerrys is the only place you need to go. Srsly these people have it, they know where it is, and they'll tell you how to use it. read more

Nirvana for the art inspired Knoxville folks. In the age of big box stores this is a gem. But stick to your shopping list because friend - you WILL be coming out with a ton more of wonderful must haves like paints, pens, paper and more. But this is where to get all the art supplies you need for sure. I won't be going anywhere else. Make sure you sign up for their 'club' you will always get 10 % extra off. Happy painting or sketching or silk screening or whatever you are into .... read more

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I ordered an item online. After a couple of days of not hearing about it, I called. I was told that the item was a "drop ship" item, and that I should have noticed the symbol next to the item on the website. What??? So apparently they don't actually carry that item, and I was told it would be 2-3 weeks before the item was shipped. I tried to cancel the order, but was told I could not. What again??? I asked since the item was remote from even shipping, why couldn't I cancel it? When pressed, he admitted that it was a Jerry's Artarama policy, and that I could refuse the package when it arrived. I'm not sure in this day and age why this would be considered an acceptable alternative. I should have easily been able to cancel the order and have my money returned to my paypal account. Instead, they suggested I continue to wait the 2-3 weeks, refuse the package, and wait I can't even imagine how long until my money was refunded. Based on the reviews here, they are fine in person, but I do not recommend ordering online from them. read more

This place is great. Excellent selection of proper art supplies. Lots of art supply shops all over the country are catering more & more to crafters, allowing less floor & shelf space for true art tools. Glad to see a place run with such focus & thoughtfully curated stock. read more

Worst customer service experience ever. For Christmas they sent us a completely busted, broken leaking set of sennelier paints with several items in the set missing! This wasn't a shipping error - the box was completely padded and intact - clearly they shipped it this way. When I opened it it fell apart in my hands, literally. I jumped through every stinking hoop they insisted upon including sending multiple photographs, repackaging and sending the busted item back to them and yet still no almost 200 dollar refund. Each time I contact them it's something else - refunds happen on tuesdays, no they happen on thursdays, we can't find your order, etc. etc. not only did they never apologize, they did not even seem surprised when I told them the condition the item arrived in. In fact the representative guessed how it arrived before I even told him! Wow. Talk about a known issue! They have not gone out of their way at all to offer good customer service and I certainly haven't received a prompt refund, (or even a slow one), so that I could purchase my intended gift elsewhere. Still waiting. Still can't find that order we've talked about 6 times Jerry's? It hasn't changed. Just shop elsewhere. How a business acts when there is a problem speaks volumes about them. read more

I have passed this place a few times a week for the past two years and had no idea what a treasure trove was inside! I was amazed at the variety of categories of art supplies, as well as the broad selection within each category. read more

Jerry's Artarama - Art Supplies Near Me - Knoxville, Tennessee

This is such a great little art store! You won't find a better selection, prices, or a friendlier staff in Knoxville. This is my go-to stop for painting supplies. It seems like they always have one brand on sale at all times. Their canvas prices can't be beat...especially when they are on sale. Sign up for their mailing list and you will frequently receive 40% off coupons. They also offer a variety of classes, including some hand on demonstration classes put on by vendors. They are great classes and reasonably priced, often free. Everyone that works their is eager to assist you to make sure you find just what you are looking for. Be warned: you will leave with more than you intended to. It's a thing. Accept it. read more

I absolutely love this place! They have a large selection of fine art products at great prices! If you are a student you can get a free membership which gives you 10% off all regularly priced items. I am a pastel artist and have a hard time finding local stores with quality pastels. Jerrys carries a wide variety in store and an even larger selection in their catalog... which the sales associates are happy to order for you. Pastels are a small section in the scheme of things though-they have everything from easels to specialty papers to canvas by the yard. The only thing I need to warn you about is expect to spend more than originally planned. Way to many great deals and things you didn't know you couldn't live without. Happy shopping! read more

My go-to place for art needs. They have a great selection, the store is easy to navigate, the staff is helpful, AND they often have great sales. Cheapest and easiest to get in and out of. I love this place and often spend more than I expect due to cant-pass-up deals. read more

Awesome place. great selection and friendly staff. If u have art or some craft needs, check this place out

Great store. Believe it or not they are less expensive than the large chains!

Great prices, wonderful selection of art supplies, and a very helpful sales staff. Can't really get any better than that! read more

Oh my gosh what a relief to find Jerrys. My teenage Picasso had left WalMart and Staples behind many miles ago and we had been seeig Michaels and JoAnns in the rear view mirror. If only I had found Jerrys sooner, I'd have saved a lot of gas from driving all over. But the exercise was good for me. The employees at Jerrys are friendly and know their stuff - huge selection, great prices. This is the beginning of a serious commitment. I'm talking relationship people! read more

I am a graduate from O'More College of Design in Franklin, TN and I went to Jerry's all the time for art supplies. They are so great and knowledgeable when it comes to their products. I definitely recommend the FW Artist's Acrylic Ink as well as the Prismacolor (R) markers as they are phenomenal tools for illustrating and drawing read more

I came in looking (hoping and dreaming, really) to find fountain pen and fountain pen paraphernalia. They have black (and turquoise?) pelikan ink on the shelf and a M nib Faber Castell Loom behind the display case, but that's it. The rest of the store has so much other art and craft stuff though that I am pretty sure I can't even accurately identify half of them. Granted, I'm no art major so my knowledge is very limited. I imagine that this is probably an art haven for those into the painting/drawing/sketching visual arts though. I certain had fun browsing through all the pens and pencils. read more

I have shopped at several stores in FL and TN and this is by far the best store for Art Supplies, etc. and prices are reasonable, not cheap, but very affordable. read more