Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Art Alternatives a small creative group designing art supply essentials at great prices so that we can all afford to make art part of every day.

Launched in 2000 and specializing in art surfaces including over 350 sizes and styles of canvas and panels, as well as sketchbooks and over 1,000 other creative tools and supplies. Art Alternatives is available nationwide at independent art stores and online.

Our mission is to make artistic expression affordable for anyone who feels inspired to do it!

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