Arlene's Artist Materials

When I think of art I think of beauty. Beauty is the mystery of life. It is not in the eye, it is in the mind. In our minds there is awareness of perfection.
Agnes Martin
(1912-)

It is through…Art and Art only that we can shield ourselves from the sordid perils of actual existence.
Oscar Wilde
(1854-1900)

The Coming Into the presence of a piece of art you truly love causes a tremendous revolution to occur in you.
Robert Henri
(1865-1929)

In art only one thing matters: that which cannot be explained.
George Braque
(1882-1963)

New items and Specials
Come in for More New Products & In-Store Specials
New Items Stocked Everday!

New Discounts! Student discount, Albany Center Gallery membership and A.C.C.R. (Albany County Council of the Arts) members Get an additional 10% off your supplies* *Some exceptions apply see store for detail Must present VALID ID at time of sale.
*New Products* Moleskin Journals new sizes and shapes Williamsburg Oil Paint- high quality hand crafted Oil Paint right here in NYS Drafting Tables with cherry tops
*On Sale Now!*
Drawing, Sketch, Newsprint & Watercolor Pads of Paper 20-50% off
All Paints 10-30% off	Drawing accessories 20-30% off
Canvas 20-50% off	Easels 20-45% off

Our online catalogue is almost ready to go! Check what will be available online at Arlene's Artist Materials at:

Arlene's Artist Materials Online

Until the online store is up and running, you can print out a shopping list on the web and bring it with you to the store for quick and easy service.

Arlene's has over 40,000 products so there is much more on-site at our store. If you can't find an item listed online, don't despair! Call and ask our helpful employees and we're sure to track down just what you need for all your creative endeavors.

Store Hours

Regular Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday
9am to 6pm
Thursday 9am until 8pm
Saturday 10 am to 5 pm
We open Sundays in September & December Call for the dates

Directions
Arlene's is conveniently located between the Northway I87, I 90 & the NYS thruway in Albany, NY

Getting to the Store:

West: take the thruway (I90) and get off at exit 24. Get onto the Northway (I87) N, proceed on the Northway approx. 2.5 miles. Get off at exit 2e (you will now be going East on Central Ave). Go to your 3rd traffic light & take a Right onto Fuller Rd. Store is approximately ½ mile on the Right.

North: Take the Northway (I87). Get off at exit 2e (you will now be going East on Central Ave). Go to your 3rd traffic light and take a Right onto Fuller Rd. Store is approximately ½ mile on the Right.

South: see directions for West

East: Take I90 to exit 2 (Fuller Rd). Take a Right at the end of the exit at the light. Go through two more traffic lights and we are a little bit past the 2nd one on the Left

Any questions? Please contact us at: 518.482.8882 or email

Arlene's Artist Materials

Voted best art supply store by the
Times Union of the Capital Region

Yes, there really is an Arlene!
The store originated as a ceramics studio in 1960. It evolved into what it is today due to popular demand by local artisans, students and professionals alike. Arlene's moved from a small store front (500 sq. feet) in downtown Albany to its present location (10,000 sq. feet!) 57 Fuller Rd in 1970.
Daughter Donna directs the business today. An enthusiastic supporter of the arts in the Capital Region, Donna has her own palette of ideas for the future.
Arlene's Artist Materials has been family-owned and operated for over 40 years!

The Only True Art Supply Store in the Capital Region
The store has always been about the art community. From student-quality to professional materials, we have items found nowhere else in this area. We carry over 40,000 different products.
Teachers, craft enthusiasts, parents and hobbyists can always find what they need at Alrene's. Come and browse the handmade art papers, unique journals and artsy novelties in the gift section of our store.
If you use it to draw, paint, frame or sculpt, or if you do anything else creative, you can get your supplies here.

Framing Department
We carry the areas largest selection of custom framing moldings from fun and funky to elegant and understated. We have a full staff of professional framers to guide you through picking out the perfect frame for your masterpiece.

You'll find unexpected treats you can transform into treasures. Everyone on staff at Arlene's is also an artist, so we may have a supportive word or idea for you, too.

Come in, have some fun, and enjoy your shopping.

Watch the slide show below to take a peak into Arlene’s Art Supply Store

Browse some of
our 40,000 products

Visit Our Fun &
Colorful Aisles

Meet Some of the Friendly Faces at Arlene's

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