Dakota Art Store - Bellingham

Dakota Art Store - Bellingham Located in Downtown Bellingham since 1994, Dakota Art Store serves the creative community of artists in the Northwest Corner of Washington State and Lower B.C.
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We offer a broad selection of supplies for artists of all ages and levels of experience. Product knowledge, personal service and great products are the core of our business, and we are staffed entirely by local artists. Bring us your art questions, and we'll try to answer them! Gallery inquiries: [email protected]
Classroom inquiries: [email protected]
General inquiries: dakobell@g

mail.com

Figure drawing information:
Drawing sessions are not being held at this time, but we are working out logistics for reopening it safely. Thanks for your patience!

Congratulations Alan! After 31 years as our store manager here at Dakota Art, Alan Weydert will be retiring at the end o...
06/11/2025

Congratulations Alan! After 31 years as our store manager here at Dakota Art, Alan Weydert will be retiring at the end of June. Alan has been managing the Dakota Art Store in Bellingham since 1994. We have been so lucky to work with him and to glean history, technical knowledge and stories from him. After so many years managing a rowdy bunch of artists I am sure managing his own time will be a breeze.

We are excited to see what art he produce when he isn't flying kites, walking Addie, and spending time with his partner Colleen Henehan, who is also retiring this month after 13 years teaching in Bellingham elementary schools.

6x6 is back!! It’s already (and finally) that time again! We’ll begin handing out free 6x6 surfaces Tuesday, September 3...
08/27/2024

6x6 is back!! It’s already (and finally) that time again! We’ll begin handing out free 6x6 surfaces Tuesday, September 3rd! Come on down next Tuesday (or any day after!) to sign up for your free 6”x 6” surface! Each person gets 1 free 6x6 surface, and can submit up to 3 pieces each, then return them with ✨Your Art✨ on it BY Saturday, OCTOBER 12th, 5pm — Our annual 6x6 community & fundraiser art show is welcome to artists of all ages, all pieces will be priced at $25 flat for anyone to buy, and a portion of the proceeds goes to Allied Arts Of Whatcom County‘s Arts Education Project: https://www.alliedarts.org/education-project/ . We can’t wait to see you and all of your 6x6 art up in Dakota Gallery starting Friday, November 1st at 6pm for First Friday Art Walk, through Monday, December 16th!

Time and Place/Time and Space — Independent and collaborative works by Carol Berry and Paul Brower — Textiles, photograp...
07/06/2024

Time and Place/Time and Space — Independent and collaborative works by Carol Berry and Paul Brower — Textiles, photography and mixed media sculpture, exploring material, color and process in imaginative reflections of everyday life — Opening tonight at 6pm for First Friday’s Art Walk, and running through August 24th — See you there!

GARAGE SALE!!! Starting Tomorrow!!Our annual garage sale is finally this week! Thursday, Friday *and* Saturday (May 30, ...
05/30/2024

GARAGE SALE!!! Starting Tomorrow!!
Our annual garage sale is finally this week! Thursday, Friday *and* Saturday (May 30, 31 & June 1) from 10am to 5pm each day. Damaged but still useable, misordered, samples, old or discontinued stock at 50% to 95% off. We’ll be refreshing the garage sale with more items EACH DAY! Three Days of extra, extra deals! 🌞 🖼️ 🍓

Opening tonight, Dakota Gallery is hosting the Women Rising art exhibit, presented by Cascadia International Women's Fil...
04/06/2024

Opening tonight, Dakota Gallery is hosting the Women Rising art exhibit, presented by Cascadia International Women's Film Festival — 36 incredible northwest artists, expanding visions and sharing diverse perspectives — Join us tonight 6-8:30p for downtown’s First Friday Art Walk!
More events will be happening through CASCADIA International Film Festival in-person April 25-28th (Full length films and Short film showcases hosted by Pickford Film Center, An Evening w/ Director Catherine Hardwicke, Script Studio Workshop, and a Wrap Dinner), and online from May 2-12. Link in bio for more information or to buy film/event tickets and passes!

Join us this month for our upcoming Golden Artist Colors Virtual Event: Acrylic & Mixed Media -- with artist and art edu...
03/06/2024

Join us this month for our upcoming Golden Artist Colors Virtual Event: Acrylic & Mixed Media -- with artist and art educator Barbara De Pirro! Saturday, March 30th, 11am PDT & free to attend - Online registration is required before time of event~ (Link below, or use your phone's camera to scan image's QR code)

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0sd-6hrT8pGNOLx7-LSwzXgn1N8E9rw_FY #/registration

This event is for all levels and backgrounds; from painters, collage, mixed media, fiber to sculptural artists……ideas for all! This online presentation covers a wide variety of techniques for use in a wide range of media. Learn about GOLDEN Acrylic Paints, Mediums, Gels, Pastes and Grounds. Gain an understanding of each product and their different attributes. Learn what to put under paint, and how to create washes, stains, and collage. We also cover the use of stencils, paint markers, pastels, and pencils, as well as the creation of encaustic-like effects. This is a great place for beginners and experienced artists alike to learn new techniques and be inspired by innovative applications.

Instructor will share several samples, techniques and answer questions during the event. A class summary and images will be provided afterwards so that artists can continue their exploration independently. Attendees (US Only) will have the opportunity to request free product samples (FYI shipped after the event).

After registering, you will receive a Zoom confirmation email containing the link to join the event. A reminder will also be sent in the days prior.

See you there!

(EDIT: fixed! ⭐) Our phone lines and Internet are down today, but we are open! Repair crews are on the way, so we're hop...
11/08/2023

(EDIT: fixed! ⭐) Our phone lines and Internet are down today, but we are open! Repair crews are on the way, so we're hoping for a quick fix 🤞

10/06/2023

View work by 30 of the artists that will be on the Whatcom Artists Studio Tour.Tonight at Dakota Gallery from 6 - 8:30. The Studio Tour is October 7-8 and October 14-15. Work in the gallery will be up through October 21. Get a sneak preview, pick up a map, and plan your route!

09/02/2023

Happening now at Dakota Gallery. Get a sneak peek of some of the art that will be on the Whatcom Artist Studio Tour . Our show runs through October 21st. Get downtown! More WAST artists at Allied Arts as well.

GARAGE SALE!!!Our annual garage sale is finally this week! Thursday, Friday *and* Saturday (Aug 17-19) from 10am to 5pm....
08/16/2023

GARAGE SALE!!!
Our annual garage sale is finally this week! Thursday, Friday *and* Saturday (Aug 17-19) from 10am to 5pm. Damaged but still useable, misordered, samples, old or discontinued stock at 50% to 95% off. We’ll be refreshing the items EACH DAY of our garage sale! Three Days of extra, extra deals!

Address

1322 Cornwall Avenue
Bellingham, WA
98225

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

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