Blick Art Materials, LLC Reviews 284

TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the wide selection of products and art materials, often highlighting the competitive prices. Many people find the ordering process to be simple and user-friendly, appreciating the ease of finding items and selecting based on quality and price. The company is frequently noted for its good customer service, with some reviewers mentioning quick and effective problem resolution, even for issues like defective products or delivery problems. However, some customers have experienced issues with shipping, describing it as slow or costly, especially for smaller orders. There are also occasional concerns about packaging, with some finding it wasteful or inadequate, leading to damaged items. A minority of people have reported problems with backordered items, sometimes without notification, and a few have encountered difficulties with order fulfillment, including incorrect shipments or charges.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great selection of products. Free shipping is offered but only if a person spends $79 or more. Shipping is rather slow. While the products that I've received are in good condition, I feel the packagin... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I order online which is simple and user friendly. Additionally the order was received quickly. Thanks! PS There is a HUGE artist community out here in Palm Springs and Coachella Valley in genera... See more

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  1. Art Supply Store

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Dick Blick Art Materials has served artists with discount art supplies since 1911. Blick is well known for our enormous selection, dependable savings, and fine customer service on thousands of in-stock art supplies.


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TrustScore 4 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service. Ordered from the uk and it arrived a couple days. Thats really impressive.

June 4, 2025
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

Thank you for your review! We're happy to hear you were pleased with your order. We look forward to your future business!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

They are trustworthy but in the same…

They are trustworthy but in the same time I don't like it how the package takes forever to come and it usually takes 5-10 days to come to me and they even miss 2 of my items I order so if you need art supplies for a class makes sure to order at least 2-3 weeks in advance and make sure you check if you got all of your supplies to make sure but other than that this place sucks with delivery once it even got stop in New Berlin WI for days too so if you want to buy art supplies quickly, get it in a local art store instead of here but other than that the customer service is great at least

April 21, 2025
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

Thank you for your feedback and for taking the time to leave a review. We are sorry for the experience that you had but appreciate your comments about our customer service. For future orders, Blick provides expedited shipping options which you can read more about here: https://www.dickblick.com/customer-service/shipping/#expedited-shipping-charges. We also have retail stores across the country, you can find out more here: https://www.dickblick.com/stores/

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Delightful customer service!!

The customer service at both the stores and online site is amazing. I have worked with them for years and am always delightfully pleased. One time they got in touch with a paper manufacturer to help make a specific order (for my boss who wanted something very specific) and today Amanda W helped me to edit a custom canvas order when my client changed their mind last minute. I was very stressed. However, they always do whatever they can to help. Thank you Blick! Never change!!

April 8, 2025
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

Thank you so much for your kind words and continued business! We're so happy that you were satisfied with your recent experience!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The in store purchase and return policy…

The in store purchase and return policy is not consistent with the satisfaction gaurantee policy. I baught an airbrush kit for $170 and I was not satisfied so I went to return it but it seems each store has their own policy on returns. Basically they do not accept returns unless the product has never been used. How do I know if I am satisfied if I can't use the item. Basically the item did not work because I could not do what I expected. I just wanrt my money back and rest assured I will no longer be shopping for Art supplies at Blick.All the store has to do is return the item I purchased back to the blick warehouse and they will return it to the company they baught it, real simple. Thanks for nothing but a head ache.

February 22, 2025
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

Thanks for your review. We're sorry that you had a less than great experience with a store and returning an item.
Unfortunately without specific information about the store, we are unable to provide assistance or further rectify the issue. If you'd like to provide us with more information, we'd be happy to research this further and put you in contact with someone who may be able to provide assistance or a fuller explanation of the situation.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

In general I love Blick

In general I love Blick, but they have very poor product labeling relative to shipping. Their request process for samples is very cumbersome and slow so I order 3 sheets of museum board to test colors (3 similar) and none of them have any labels to know which is which. All the colored paper I order have labels but the info on the labels does not match the email receipt so if I want to re-order I am not certain what I am getting. With the amount of online purchase Blick is doing this seems very poor service.

February 1, 2025
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

Thank you for your review! We are sorry you are having some issues with identifying your product.
We would appreciate having a little more information regarding your order so that we can review this issue more fully. We carry multiple options for museum board and without the additional information, we are unable to pinpoint the issue going forward.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not worth it

Customer service leads little to be desired when calling in regarding issues with an order. Their payment department couldn't find a transaction despite the authorized and cleared charge on my account, order number, and the order confirmation email. Transferred 5 times, no one could find the right information to assist, had to file a chargeback. The in store experience is not much better, time to find a new art supplier.

January 15, 2025
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry that you had a less than enjoyable experience working with us. If you could provide us with the order number you were calling about, we would be happy to review the situation.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I’m not a fanatic re packaging but…

I’m not a fanatic re packaging but gezzz I ordered a handful of small items and received a gigantic box stuffed with paper. The box was so big when it arrived. I worried that I put a bunch of stuff in my cart I didn’t realize. Somehow this Hass to be changed. I don’t know if this is a way to charge extra shipping or if doing a box the size lower shipping costs, but this is crazy.
#32376071 I have pictures but don’t see a way to attach

October 28, 2024
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Our order packers are trained to use appropriately sized packaging for each order, and we apologize that this was not the case with yours.

If you could provide your order number, we will ensure that the packer receives additional training. Please rest assured that, despite the oversized packaging, you were not charged any extra fees; we would absorb any additional costs. This is another reason why we strive to use the correct packaging for every order.

Thank you again for your feedback, and we truly appreciate your business.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I purchased a block of CANSON XL 9X12

I purchased a block of CANSON XL 9X12, 140 lb, 300g watercolor paper for practicing my watercolor painting. This is a great, inexpensive watercolor paper to practice painting on. I also ordered 10 beautiful pans of watercolors on sale. This will help me practice my mixing and painting watercolors. And, a wire-bound sketchbook.
Thank you Blick Art.
Christy

October 7, 2024
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

Thank you so much for your review. We are very happy to supply you with the best assortment of watercolor supplies around!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I make custom birdhouses I have used…

I make custom birdhouses I have used blick “Montana Gold” spray paints for several years …. Besides Blicks outstanding color options, the paint has been out outstanding addition to my woodshop

October 23, 2024
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

Thank you for being our loyal customer. We value your trust and confidence in us and sincerely appreciate you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The quality is great

The quality is great, I love the Blick brand paint. Also, the stretcher bars are great, I've bought them in store and online. What I love about online is you can buy what you want.

October 20, 2024
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

Thank you. We hope your experience was excellent and we can’t wait to see you again soon.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Blick always comes through!

I'm newly excited about printmaking and Blick has been my place to shop for whatever I need. I heard that Cranfield has a new set of Soft Colors inks and I'll be checking daily for that!

October 10, 2024
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

Thanks for choosing us! We appreciate the opportunity to serve you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very happy with my purchase from Blick…

Very happy with my purchase from Blick Art. I purchased a couple cans of paint and they arrived quicker than expected. Unfortunately one of the cans was damaged during shipping, but support responded quickly to my email and sent a replacement to me that also arrived incredibly quick and didn’t delay my project at all. If needing some of what they have, I would order from them again.

October 5, 2024
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

Thank you for being our valued customer. We are so grateful and hope we met your expectations.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Two damaged shipments.

The first shipment was damaged (apparently) in transit, to a degree that made it unusable. Blick promptly sent a replacement, which was also damaged (apparently not in transit) but usable. The broken corner was not visible in the frame, and the scratches in the visible parts don't seem to be visible from the display angle, so we used it. Just tired of dealing with this and packaging the stuff up for return. Not happy. They need to take a look at their production/fulfillment process to see why the goods are being damaged.

October 4, 2024
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

Thank you for taking the time to bring this to our attention. Your comments will be shared appropriately so that we can improve our service.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always the best quality & service

Always the best quality & service!
Delivered in timely fashion!

October 21, 2024
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

Thanks for shopping at Blick Art Materials. We hope to have the pleasure of doing business with you in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast and Easy Transaction

I ordered Daniel Smith Professional Watercolor tubes to try them out. I had been using student grade paints and wanted to upgrade. These paints are more expensive, but Blick's price was VERY competitive--and I love working with them so far!
Thank you!

October 10, 2024
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

Thank you for shopping with us! We take pride in your business.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good experience

I have only had good experiences with Blick purchases.

October 15, 2024
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

It has been our pleasure to serve you, and we hope to do it again very soon!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Their products are always high quality…

Their products are always high quality and shipped properly. Their prices are the best. Their customer service is very prompt at answering product questions.

October 21, 2024
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

We genuinely appreciate your business, and we’re grateful for the trust you’ve placed in us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best all around- consistently!

Consistently great products, great value, quick shipping and excellent customer service!

October 4, 2024
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Reply from Blick Art Materials, LLC

Thank you for being our loyal customer. We look forward to working with you again soon.

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