I love indie shops. Even if it’s a shop that carries stuff I don’t use or buy or whatever.
So I am going to post about Fresno shops when I can, from now on, here and on The Fresnan.
Today we are featuring the art supply shop, Allard’s, on Blackstone & Barstow.
My daughter is a wonderful growing artist and occasionally “needs” some new pens, pencils, or pads (there is somehow always one better than the ones she has 🤨😂).
I always push to go to Allard’s over Michael’s.
It’s cozier, mellower and owned by a local family. And they have things that Michael’s doesn’t. Plus, Michael’s is in River Park and River Parks sucks, yo.
Not only does Allard’s have a deeper selection, it has a heart. It is a Fresno place (I don’t know how to describe it any better than that).
Even if you don’t need art supplies, you probably know someone who does, so why not go in and check it out sometime?!
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That is what I have for this edition of Fresno!Fresno! Many Fresnan thanks for reading! ✌️
-Mikey