Welcome to Brush Strokes!
Located in the heart of downtown Carleton Place, Ontario, Brush Strokes Art Supplies and Gallery is an innovative retail art space dedicated to servicing the needs of artists, art lovers and more.
The store was founded by local artist, Faye Lavergne in December, 2007.
Brush Strokes caters to its customers by providing a unique one-stop shopping experience where you can admire and purchase art painted by local artists as well as purchase art supplies and accessories while sipping on a fabulous cup of home brewed specialty coffee or tea.
Brush Strokes is also a great place to learn about art. We invite you to join in on our monthly “meet and greet” the artist seminars and other ongoing events. Or why not explore your creativity by taking one of our art lessons offered to both adults and children.
One Stop Shopping For All Your Needs
When you visit Brush Strokes you will find one of the finest selections of artists' materials and drawing supplies. Whether you are a novice, retired, a professional artist, a college student or
simply looking for a unique and original gift, Brush Strokes has what you need in a friendly, comfortable and inspiring atmosphere. Brush Strokes' knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff are always ready to answer your questions or help guide you through the store. We help make your shopping adventure a pleasurable one. If you can't find what you are looking for, Brush Strokes will go that extra mile for you. Accommodating customers' needs for the hard to find items is a Brush Strokes specialty.
| Art Supplies
Wide variety of stretched canvases, canvas boards and sketch pads.
Good selection of oil and acrylic paints and watercolors
by Tri Art, Stevenson, Winsor & Newton.
Wide range of brushes, pencils and pens for your painting and sketching needs.
Accessories to meet your artistic requirements. |
Art Gallery
Original paintings by local artists in water color, oils and acrylic.
Art works changed monthly.
Monthly Feature Artist & Vernissage.
Hand made jewelry and stained glass pieces by local artisans. |
| Art Classes
Offering classes in our studio in:
- Oils
- Acrylics
- Watercolors
- Mixed Media
- Drawing
- Photography
- Chinese Brush Paintings
- 1 Day Seminars
- Elements of Design
- and more coming soon
Classes for both children and adults.
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Art's Café
Drop in and relax with a cup of fair trade coffee or specialty tea.
Relaxing environment and a friendly atmosphere.
Tasty treats are available and changed regularly.
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