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Practical Art
Category: Arts & Crafts
5070 N Central AvePhoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 264-1414
Spend $250, get 10% off!
Practical Art has an ongoing program where our regular customers who spend $250 receive a 10% discount on their next purchase!
- Hours:
Tue-Thu. 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Fri. 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sat. 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sun. 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
4 reviews for Practical Art
The first time I walked into Practical Art was around Christmas 2008, I was in a shopping mood and had great fun in picking out unique gifts for some friends and family. There are so many choices of ceramics and pottery that were absolutely beautiful! It was difficult to not buy everything in the store! Especially when the nice shop gal was so helpful and told me everything was made by locals. I've returned a few times since then to either just look or grab another perfect gift.
If anything, you should go in just to take a peek and who knows.... you will probably come home with a little something for yourself or find the perfect gift!
I just sort of wandered into this place while shopping at other stores in the same neighborhood, and i am glad that i did. Its a great concept usable art. The store has a range of items to purchase from bowls and knives to night lights and journals. Everything is made by local artist and the staff was very friendly and helpful. I bought a few things and would definitely shop there again.
Impressive collection of local artist handcrafted work - pottery, wood, tile, glass, paper, jewelry, fiber...so many beautiful things to look at and touch. Everytime I stop in I end up finding something special, either for myself or as a gift - Knowledgeable and friendly staff - a definite yes!
I met a friend for coffee at AJs the other morning and she told me about this place right across the street, so we walked over. I was impressed. A large selection of hand made items from local folks who are clearly doing what they love. I really liked the pottery/ceramic work made with little found objects by the artist from Jerome. I also liked the woodwork -- bowls, small furniture etc. Practical art also adds to the events downtown by having shows/meet & greets on Fridays with certain artists. A great addition to the central corridor.
Specialties
Absolutely everything offered at Practical Art is useful, usable, and handmade locally by an Arizona artist. Practical Art is the best place in Phoenix to find unique useful items of all types, in all media, exclusively handcrafted by local artisans. If you are looking for a unique gift that will be memorable and kept forever, this is the place to find it. Wonderful things made of ceramic, metal, glass, fibers, paper, soap... you name it, if it can be handmade locally, Practical Art has it.
Additionally, each month we offer a local fine artist - a painter, sculptor, photographer or mixed media artist - the opportunity to have a one-month solo show on our gallery wall.
History
Established in 2008
Practical Art had its grand opening in April, 2008.
Meet the Business Owner: Jane R.
Jane Reddin has lived in the Phoenix metro area since 1985. She was a lawyer at the law firm of Lewis and Roca in Phoenix for nearly 20 years. She retired from the law in 2006. Jane started Practical Art in 2008 because of her passion for all handmade craftwork, and her desire to provide a forum where local artisans can sell their work directly to the public.
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