Welcome friends! In this Guide, we’ll explore Canada's best places to shop for art supplies.

Covering stores from both coasts, these stores are also online and offer shipping nationwide, so don’t be disappointed if you can’t visit in person.

This is a Part 2 Post about Toronto. Check out Part 1 about Vancouver.

Let me walk you through.

Above Ground Art Supplies in Toronto

My favorite location is next to OCAD University on 74 McCaul St. Step into Above Ground Art Supplies, and you'll immediately feel like you've entered an art lover's paradise, inside a 3-storey heritage building.

The store layout is like a treasure map, guiding you through a sea of colors, textures, and possibilities. It's a 3 storey adventure, and you're the fearless explorer.

Curated Selection:

Imagine walking into a store where every art supply feels like it's been handpicked just for you. That's the magic of Above Ground. From premium paints to the fanciest brushes, they've got a curated selection that will make your artistic heart skip a beat.

Quality Matters:

Above Ground takes pride in offering top-notch materials that will make your artwork sing. Whether you're into painting, drawing, or some funky mixed media, rest assured you're getting the good stuff.

For Every Artist:

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your artistic journey, Above Ground has something for everyone. It doesn't matter if you're a watercolor wizard, a charcoal champion, or a digital art diva – they've got the supplies to match your creative flair.

Watercolors Selection:

I always make my way to the watercolors section as I’m always curious to see the selection of professional quality watercolors. Here’s the selection you’ll find at Above Ground: Da Vinci, Daniel Smith, M Graham, QoR, Schmincke, Sennelier, Turner, Van Gogh, Windsor & Newton.

Above Ground Art Supplies stands out for the largest selection of everything you can think of when it comes to art supplies. I also spotted lots of cool accessories like pencil cases and planners/journals. They do offer discounts to local students and professionals who are a member of Canadian artist associations in-store.

Happy shopping!