Plaza Artist Materials & Picture Framing

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.

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!

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!

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...

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.

Like a gust of wind, I breezed upon this lovely store. The staff, Kimber and Marissa, curated my thoughts. From accurate finds to the correct paper and colors for writing utensils to finishing the whole project with personal wrapping.

Great spot, knowledgeable and thorough. Thanks guys!

Convenient location to Broadway, Charlotte, and Church. WELL stocked in popular brands and items. I even picked up a set of NeoColor II water soluble oil crayons(?) And yes... They are competitively priced. I found the staff friendly and knowledgeable. Plenty of parking. Wheel chair access. What more do you need in this digital age when you're craving creative, INSTANT gratification?!?! 😃

The staff here is extremely helpful and patient. I was liking for paint pens and the woman encouraged me to take my time and test them out. It was closing time and she never made me feel rushed. I appreciate good customer service. I will definitely N returning to the Plaza soon!!

Plaza Art is the best! Their customer service is top notch and they are always very easy to work with over the phone. I have used them several times for our orders. Highly recommend!

I went to Plaza Artist Materials today. They were super helpful. Parking was free, which is always a bonus downtown. They are near the Nashville Rescue Mission so I was a little hesitant going by myself, however their parking lot was both extremely clean and secure. They answered my questions and helped me sort through paint colors to find a good replacement for the color that they were out of. I am thankful to have a local art supply shop.

I went to Plaza Artist on a recommendation from an alumni I meet at another frame shop. I wanted to get a diploma framed for my parents and wasn't having any luck finding what I was looking for, at a good price. I went to Plaza Artist and they had a great selection of frames and mats. Gavin helped me determine the look I was going for and pick out everything!

About a week after ordering Jay called and the manufacturer hadn't sent my frame so, I went in to pick a different one (in order to get it for Christmas). I went in the next day and Gavin helped me again. He actually picked the frame I ended up going with and I like it better than the first one I ordered! The finished product is awesome and I know my folks will love it. I'm planning to go back in February to get my copy framed! Thanks Gavin & Jay!

Plaza is my first choice for a local art supply store with friendly service.

Painting is a passion for me. I depend on Plaza as a major part of my support system, buying my supplies there because their inventory is vast and they price match anybody. If they don't stock it, they can likely order it. The staff is so knowledgeable, I am always awed. The manager & office folks are friendly and helpful, as well. And the classes are taught by top-notch artists. What's not to like?. Downtown traffic, maybe. Go drive through Atlanta and you'll realize Nashville has no traffic.

Went in today looking for some pretty specific items. Patrick was a huge help! He went above and beyond to make sure I got exactly what I needed for my project, and for a fantastic price. I highly recommend this shop and have no doubt that you will find everything you need in this clean and friendly store. I will be returning!

The best art supply store in the area. My husband and I drive from Bowling Green to get supplies from here because of their vast collections of great quality products. Definitely the place to go for art supplies.

Great store, huge selection of products. Love coming here. The prices are actually better than big box retailers. They have great deals and sales all the time. Very helpful staff and super friendly unlike other stores these days.

Extremely knowledgeable and helpful staff, large inventory for all kinds of art. I went for large water color paper and they had a ton of options. Overall a wonderful experience!

Update:
Recently Plaza Has updated their attention to artist support and their inventory has incrementally upgraded. Thank you for taking notes.

05/01/17
Rudimentary art supplies and over staffed with lack of primary customer support, acts like a corporate business with out the need to attend artist needs and is taking for granted their independence without competition of other art supply stores. They need to step out of Nashville to understand the new talent they're missing to connect with.