(Updated July 2024)
We've compiled a list of some of our favorite art supply shops across Hong Kong. From watercolour to oil paint we've got you covered.
Artland
Situated in Wan Chai, Artland is one of the best stocked art supply shops on Hong Kong island. With over 4000 square feet you can find a wide range of products perfect for both professionals and amateurs. They also supply craft products (glue guns, foamboard, craft kits, card). Personally we love their supply and range of paint. They have an impressive range of paint brands, colours and mixing mediums (including epoxy resin). If you can't make it to their shop they also have one of the best online art shops where you can find a range of products.
Photograph: courtesy Artland
Artland, 3/F, Lockhart Centre, 301–307 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai
(+852) 2511 4845
Artsman Company
Artsman Company was founded in 1961. They specialise in certain brands and products including Italian paint, Japanese brushes and British watercolour paper. Their staff are incredibly helpful and friendly. We love their selection of watercolour paper which includes Arches, Saunders Waterford and Bockingford paper.
Photograph: courtesy Artsman Company
Artsman Co, Flat A, 2/F, Kiu Hong Mansion, 3–5A Tin Lok Lane, Wan Chai
(+852) 2573 8159
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CN Square
CN Square is the largest art supply shop in Kowloon. Originally a stationary shop they quickly expanded to 3 storeys with over 10,000 square feet and 20,000 products. They have a huge range from office supplies to fine art supplies and crafts. In 2015 they opened a second location in Fortress Hill and they now have a third location in Tsuen Wan. We love their incredible collection. If you're looking to get creative and can't find what you're looking for or need inspiration CN Square is definitely worth a visit.
Photograph: courtesy CN Square
CN Square, G/F-3/F 503 Nathan Road, Yaumatei, Kowloon (check web for other locations)
(+852) 2384 2430
ArtShop WanChai
ArtShop has a great selection of products from paints and brushes to easels and canvases. They also stock craft materials such as foamboard and card. We were super impressed by their Copic marker range. If you are a graphic designer and work with Copic markers look no further, ArtsShop WanChai has you covered.
Photograph: courtesy ArtShop Wan Chai
ArtShop, Flat A, 10/F, Shun Pont Commercial Building, 5–11 Thomson Road, Wan Chai
(+852) 2554 1689
Art Supplies Professional (Closed)
Art Supplies Professional is a little tucked away but crammed full of art supplies for both professionals and students. It has a wide range of products but also stores quite a few products that can't be found in other stores. We love their selection of pens and ink tools which includes Dr. Ph. Martin's liquid acrylic, india ink and calligraphy colours.
Photograph: courtesy Art Supplies Professional
Art Supplies Professional, Ground Floor, 75-77 Bute Street, Mong Kok, Kowloon
(+852) 2390 2168
Joy In Art
As well as having both a physical shop and online shop, Joy In Art makes great efforts to be part of the local art community by hosting events, workshops and art prizes. Their shops stocks some of the most loved artist brands as well including Daniel Smith, Daler-Rowney, Holbein, Golden and Williamsburg amongst others. If you can't make it to their address in Ngau Tau Kok they have a great online art supply store where you can find pretty much everything.
Photograph: courtesy Joy In Art
Joy In Art, Unit 615, 6/f, Tung Lee Building, 9 Lai Yip Street, Ngau Tau Kok, Kowloon
(+852) 2780 3880
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Kwong Yick Art & Design Materials
This small store located in Mong Kok is packed full of great art supplies for both students and professionals. Find everything from acrylic inks, paint and watercolours to brushes and stationary.
Photograph: courtesy Kwong Yick Art & Design Materials
Kwong Yick Art & Design Materials, Ground Floor, 169 Sai Yee Street, Mong Kok, Kowloon
(+852) 2393 2277
International Art Supplies Ltd.
International Art Supplies has a number of locations and a huge range of professional art supplies. They stock several big brands. As well as general art supplies they also stock easels, portfolio cases and art tubes amongst a vast range of other products. You can visit their website to see what they stock and find their locations - they currently have two shops listed in Hong Kong.
Photograph: courtesy International Art Supplies Ltd.
International Art Supplies Ltd, Room 14, 17/F., Chai Wan Industrial City, Phase 1,
No.60 Wing Tai Road, Chaiwan
(+852) 2887 7202
Write The Future
Write The Future specialises in street art products and supplies perfect for graffiti, calligraphy and lettering. They are the official retail outlet for Molotow Spray and supply almost any colour you can think of. Their markers are perfect for murals and wall lettering of any size. Their opening hours are 2pm to 830pm so plan your visit for the afternoon.
Photograph: courtesy Write The Future
Write The Future, 2/f Easy Pack Industrial Building, 140 Wai Yip Street, Kwun Tong
(+852) 2622 2012
Eicó
Eicó provides a sustainable, durable solution to interior and exterior paint making it a perfect option for mural artists. A long time collaborator with HKWALLS, its no surprise Eicó is quickly securing itself as a favorite in the local street art / mural scene. Their staff are incredibly friendly and even offer to take unfinished cans back to recycle. They have stores located in both Wong Chuk Hang and Mong Kok.
Photograph: courtesy Eicó
Eicó Unit 2B, Evergreen Industrial Mansion,12 Yip Fat St, Wong Chuk Hang (+852) 2677 9377 www.eico.hk
NuArt Depot
NuArt Depot is different from the other stores listed as it is largely an online store offering both delivery and pick up. Check out their website to browse a huge lists of products including leading brands such as Winsor and Newton, Copic, Liquitex, Arches and Faber-Castell.
Photograph: courtesy NuArt Depot
NuArt Depot, 4/F, Rear Block, Ming Sang Industrial Building, 21 Hing Yip Street, Kwun Tong, Kowloon (pick up) (+852) 5113 3994 www.artmaterials.hk
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