Plaza Artist Materials & Picture Framing

This is the ultimate art supply store -- they have everything any professional artist, parent looking for gifts, or even kid could ever imagine. Amazing!

The first time I visited Plaza in Nashville, it was uniquely positioned... between the Nashville Rescue, three sex shops, an industrial butcher, and the freeway. It is still uniquely postioned.... between the Nashville Rescue, three microbrewies, Jack White's music studio, and the new Division Street overpass. The city and the neighborhood have changed; Plaza has not. There is a "vibe". There's a great feeling when you walk into a business and you don't even have to to ask, you just know that the people that work here and the product or service that is provided here are in sync; there is Synergy and Purpose and an Eagerness to Share Knowledge and especially Hospitality. Walker Lumber & Hardware, Parnassus Books, Monell's, Rosie's Twin Kegs. I buy things that I don't need at Plaza because I get caught up in the experience of being surrounded by beautiful tools that push my imagination into the ludicrous ambition that I might be able to create beautiful things with them. I buy these things because I Know I'll Try to use them. A pencil. A brush. A canvas. What could I do? How could I not try? .... and I would never have tried if I hadn't walked into that hidden warehouse behind the Nashville Rescue between the sex shops and the butcher to look for some drafting paper over 20 years ago. I keep going back, I tell myself I need a pencil... Update... They moved. Still the same vibe, still the same people, just a more bougie neighborhood. Viva la gentrification....

I never Review businesses, but felt compelled to after my experience yesterday. I flew Into Nashville from Dallas, Texas and had some free time…I went Into plaza art not knowing what to expect and was blown away by the staff (specifically the GM). He was knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything about the colored pencils he offers in his store (which was truly amazing). They were so kind and friendly and I’m so happy that I went In to shop in my down time.

I never knew this existed until today. Amazing store and well organized. Has everything you could possibly need. The staff are very nice and knowledgeable as well. Really enjoyed my time here and I will be returning! This is my new go to spot for all of my crafting & paints.

Great shop to have in the neighborhood! The staff was so friendly and helpful and they have a great selection. Had to leave the brush aisle because it was waaayyy too tempting for me! I was also impressed with their prices, i can't remember the last time I went to an art supply store and left spending less than 20$. I will definitely be coming back.

My first visit here! I pencil draw, use prisma color pencils, paint with gouache. Used to have a store like this in Lexington a long time ago. So been a while since I could find really large multi-media pads and items I could look at in person instead of ordering online. Beautifully stocked store. Lots of brands and very high quality materials. Staff was extremely helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. The clearance section was great too. The cashier signed me up for a card that saved me a lot on my order. The also have an online store. Overall a very satisfying experience!

Great shop for all kinds of art and crafts supplies. The staff was very friendly and helpful. It was also a really nice touch that we got complimentary parking for shopping there.

The store has every conceivable category of art supply. It was well stocked. The staff was knowledgeable and personable. This is my new favorite art store!