I know this isn't like the normal art store review but I wanted to mention how amazing they were. The knowledge from the staff in this store blows me away. An emergency left me in the ER with doctors and nurses asking me whether a small piece of dried yellowish paint was acrylic or oil, artist or other-- I had no idea. The only thing I could think to do was hurry to an art store and ask if they knew. My first stop was Michael's and the glazed over distant look in the employees eyes told me that I was wasting my time there. My brother-in-law shops at Riverside Art so I thought "what the Hell..." After just a few minutes of crumbling, smelling, and diluting they were able, with 100% confidence, to tell me exactly what kind of paint it was. Because of the strange color they were even able to give me a specific brand. Not too bad when all I brought them was a piece of dried paint and a whole lot of anxiety. They took a genuine interest in my problem and did the best they could to help me-- for that I am very appreciative and have been recommending them to everyone who asks me about art or framing. read more

30 year customer - I bought all my daughters art supplies there for years, did all my framing there , bought prints etc.. Very disappointed recently - paid for a custom mounting of a canvas print - I gave careful instructions on my request - when i went to pick it up, I found that the image on the print was bent around the edges of the underlying frame. The painted image just ends in space - When I mentioned this, the young lady was dismissive - " these things get stretched when they get mounted" - Understood. So they actually mounted it on a framework that was too small. Too bad for me. I don't think it is reparable. I dont mind if mistakes are made. Just be respectful. read more

Riverside Art is amazing! We were traveling for my mom's funeral from California and I called and spoke with Bob who said he could help us with a shipping box for my mother's painting. We were greeted by Sherry who said we better rush to the airport and that Bob would take care of it. A few days later my painting arrived beautifully packaged and shipped by Bob for an unimaginably low cost. Wow! A store with full art supply inventory, local art, and amazing customer service! read more

I called up the shop and asked for a quote to print a couple dozen Christmas cards on some nice paper stock. Dave, the sales rep, instructed me to e-mail my vector art and some design specs, and provided all the details I needed. The job was done in a couple of days; It was gorgeous, with a lot of really nice professional details (like creasing on the cards), and was way under budget. He even threw in some really nice marble-textured envelopes, for way less than Staples would have charged. Riverside Art is a full service framing, print shop, and retail store with lots of great seasonal gifts. Go check it out! read more

If you need an item framed, then this is where you need to be. Riverside Art has been framing for years now and will think of all the little details that you won't. Sure, they are much more expensive than your local craft store, but your item will be framed to showcase it best and protect your item, which isn't the case at some of the discount places. I've brought many things here over the years and have been thoroughly satisfied with each one. Until a recent visit I had forgotten what an extensive gift selection they have. It seems to have been expanded and I really wish I had thought of it over the holidays. I could have taken care of a good portion of my Christmas shopping. The prices are reasonable. The staff is friendly and always willing to offer suggestions. While I don't frequent this part of the store often, they do have an extensive selection of art supplies. It's well worth a visit next time you are driving down route 6. read more

I've been going here for years and have all my pictures framed here. They do a phenomenal job and take the time to help you get the best framing. They also helped me turn a poster into a canvas like picture so I could frame it and hang it with no glass, the 2 pictures are beautiful and look like paintings. The other gem I found is the copy/reproduction center. The people working in that section of the store have done some amazing things for me - much better service than the big box copy centers and they work with you to get it right. Great service and great products. read more

I got married last year and Sue did my wedding not only was she very hlepful but she did amazing job on are flowers and center pieces. Everytime i go in and i need help with the project im doing they always help me . read more

Not only am I customer but I am a former employee. The last of the great art supply stores in the area. Not only do you get the finest supplies but you also get very knowledgeable input when you have a question. The reprographics and framing departments are top notch. read more

I used the repro center recently and was very impressed with the quality of the copies of the old photos I had done. They even sharpened them up a bit. Great service. read more

Just picked up a vintage 1952 calendar that Riverside Art framed for me. It had been rolled up and in the basement for decades. The employees helped me pick out a great mat and frame to complement the graphics on the calendar. The employees there are extremely knowledgeable and courteous. They did a great job of getting the wrinkles out of the calendar. Don't even think about going anywhere else to frame your artwork, collectibles, heirlooms, etc.! Superb Job!!! read more

Excellent service! I was looking for old colored vinyl in red and green and when the owner looked where they were supposed to be he was unable to find the free sheet a day even though the last time they sold a sheet was 5 years ago he asked me to wait aminute a day took it uupon himself to go upstairs in the warehouse and found the one last sheet he had all for a $6 purchase. The store has a world of of supplies for every art project you have and I recommend this store to a year looking for any art, craft supply you need! read more

This is the best -- and only! -- place to go for framing. As far as I know, most of the local artists around Little Compton use them. Very knowledgeable, friendly and professional. Great selection of custom frames and mats. Also nice selection of ready-to-go frames. read more