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Binders Art Supplies and Frames
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Categories: Art Supplies, Framing
Neighborhood: Buckhead3330 Piedmont Road
Suite 18
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 237-6331
- Nearest Transit:
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Buckhead (North-South, Northeast-South, East-West, Proctor Creek)
- Hours:
Mon-Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Sat. 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Sun. 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
12 reviews for Binders Art Supplies and Frames
I first shopped here as an Art student -- with a specific list of certain items I MUST HAVE because Professor HeadUpHisButt wouldn't let me use the stuff I already had. I have continued to shop here after graduating from art school because of everything it is. If there is a heaven - I imagine that it is like this, except everything is free and you can pull stuff from the shelves and start using it right away.
At any rate, store staffers are friendly, outgoing, quirky, artistic, and talented at finding the EXACT THING that you have been scouring the isles for thirty minutes searching for. And if you don't know exactly what you need - but have an idea... they can figure it out. No kidding.
Okay - true story: I made these wooden things for my niece and nephew and wanted to be able to hang them, but wasn't sure what I could put on them that: 1) wouldn't go through to the other side, 2) would fully support the weight of the project, and 3) would last forever. And what do you know... in less than 3 minutes I had in my hand exactly what I needed - even though I hadn't thought of it.
But I think that's the best thing about Art-People anyways: their friendly ability to help a fellow ArtsyType think outside the box and get the job done. Not only does this store employ said Art-People, but they stock everything that *I* have ever possibly thought of (pertaining to the art world).
However, I have to limit myself to only two of three trips per year because I get carried away (Ooooh, I need this! Ooooh, I need this! Ooooh, I need this!) and end up spending more than I planned... even though it's TOTALLY WORTH IT!
It's best you come here with a codified shopping list that you vow to stick to.
You should also wear earplugs. Otherwise, you'll fall victim to the seductive calls emerging from canvas stacks, thick tubes of paint, diaphanous papers, and friendly salespeople.
To properly defeat/resist the friendly salespeople, you should reinforce your armor with double Teflon poser disdain -- the kind you readily find at art school.
If you follow these simple tenets, you'll probably get in & out of Binders without having to establish a new line of credit. F'reals.
There is one thing that I don't like about Binders. It's like a bunker down there and I rarely if ever get cell reception.
But I like everything else about this place, and it's worth being incommunicado when you shop. You can tell when a big review is coming up at a local art school because the aisles will be crawling with sleep-deprived zombies stocking up on last-minute supplies and grunting to each other about how next time they're not going to wait until the last minute.
Prices are good, staff is always helpful and friendly and while art supplies always seem to be expensive, they're a little less pricey at Binders. Plus, they will ask if you're "in the system" when you're checking out ... because they track your purchases and give out rewards. It sounds ridiculous when you hear how much you have to spend to earn a gift certificate, but if you're an art or design student, take the 5 seconds to sign up. You really are going to spend that much.
Binders was my home away from home for first quarter at Portfolio Center, and I highly recommend this place for art supplies for students on a budget. If you're given a list of items and you have no idea what they are, the staff is incredibly friendly and helpful in guiding you to where it is, telling you what it does, and suggesting other items (or projects too). They offer a wide selection of classes there as well, bookmaking, calligraphy, stamping, and more. They give student discounts, and once you're in the system, you never have to show them your id again.
They also have an elevator available to go downstairs to the shop for those who may need it.
Oh and one time they had me waiting (it didn't seem long) because of a computer glitch, and offered me a water bottle for the wait. Very nice people.
The artistic side of me was drawn to this place on a day that I spent the better part of the afternoon looking for a bag (of sorts) to transport some equipment. I DJ on the side and recently purchased a mixer that has become my new 'best friend.' Like most DJ equipment, it is fairly sensitive and does not travel well. so, long story short, I found something better than a duffel bag and less than luggage at Binders. This place is well concealed despite being in the 'disco' Kroger shopping center. Follow the sign in the corner of the shopping center next to 'Cost Plus: World Market.'
The store has darn near everything an artist could want/need. The service was great! If you're an artist you probably already know about this place; if you don't......go here!
I participate in workshops at Binders and use them for my art supply needs. These guys are great. If you look puzzled someone will help. If you can't find it, they will show you where it is...and on occasion they may have to order it for you...but, they will. Jay and Howard support the art community. I'm in several groups and they are eager to support the art groups in their pursuits. I don't know of a better or fairer place to buy my art supplies. If you haven't checked them out...please do.
Tim
Binders is a really extensive art supply store with a helpful staff. You can find just about everything you'd need for your project (for anything missing, go to Pearl!), plus a picture framer, and fun little things that you never knew you wanted, like novel bookmarks, pens, lunchboxes, and magnets. Plus, if you're a student, they offer a student discount. This was convencient for my art school days. This a a great place to find a gift for the friend who has everything...You can create something from the stuff you buy or you can find plenty of readymade creative things.
I'm a huge fan of Pearl, and that remains my favorite art supplier, but Binders is a second runner up for sure. If only all the cool art stores would move out of Buckhead!
Finally I can join the cool kids that have been to Binders.
I've flirted with other art supply stores around town, but Binders? I wouldn't mind getting serious.
Binders is hidden in between Cost Plus World Market and a Jason's Deli. She's unassumingly tucked in the corner - you have go to down a flight of stairs to get to this magical cavern of art supply goodness.
They have everything an arty girl could ever need, want or invent - serious art supplies but also reasons for the non artistic to step into here too. A very cool selection of paper goods - think fun paper funky enough to deserve a place on my wall - frame one of the vintage map ones for a low cost, superfast piece for your bathroom - is just one of the non arty reasons to pop in. They also have a selection of smaller frames, gift items, and any fancy sketchbook you could ever shop for.
If that isn't enough to entertain you, the aisle names being labeled with streets in Atlanta should be: "Ohhh. . let me meet you over on "Ponce de Leon" by the pastels!"
They also have art classes if you have a Picasso or even a Terry Richardson urge - think everything from beginning watercolors for adults to digital photography help.
The custom frame shop team is refreshingly friendly and helpful - they have a huge selection (thank goodness, because it IS called Binders Art Supplies & Frames), and right equipment to get that cute picture of you and your honeymuffin framed up just right.
Yay for art supplies!
Okay, so here's an art student showing some love for an art supplier.
I do not know of one single person from SCAD that doesn't recommend Binders first when some new kid from somewhere like Massachusetts poses the question: "Where can I find cheap, obscure paper/inking supplies/whatever?" Thats right, we just smile and give them directions to Binders.
This place has some of the most reasonable pricing, and is located near what I affectionately refer to as "The Disco Kroger." It's kind of hidden, but you have to love it for that reason.
Very helpful staff at this place (as long as you don't catch them close to closing). They don't carry everything but, they do carry a heck of a lot. They probaly have the best prices in town with their preferred discount.
Very helpful staff and the deals on canvases keep me on the return. Everytime I go in I spend more than I meant to but it's usually worth it. Really reasonable prices and again...very helpful staff.
Binders had their free workshops on the weekend and it was fantastic. There is always plenty to see and search out, if the helpful staff don't get to you first. My standard reply was "Just looking". What made the weekend special was the friendly promotors with up to date products and the excellent workshops and free supplies. Make sure you get on their email list. The shop is set back in the far corner with plenty of parking out front and to the side.
