Art Department

Art Department A fiercely independent, woman-owned art supply store. Employees are artists and happy to share their knowledge and experience.

Art Department offers:
• Classes and workshops that inspire
• Quality, name brand supplies that empower
• Shows, events, contests, and gallery space that celebrates the art community and its artists.

See you tonight at the Square Foot Art Show! Friday, June 5, 5-8om
06/05/2026

See you tonight at the Square Foot Art Show! Friday, June 5, 5-8om

Draw an adorable kitten in pastel!Join artist Shelly Mackerell for an introduction to pastel pencil drawing and discover...
06/04/2026

Draw an adorable kitten in pastel!

Join artist Shelly Mackerell for an introduction to pastel pencil drawing and discover how to create realistic animal portraits with this versatile medium. You'll learn essential techniques, explore materials, and complete your own kitten artwork in a fun, supportive environment.

Sunday, June 14
12:30–3:30 PM, $35, Ages 12+

Questions are encouraged and creativity is welcome.

Register today and give pastel drawing a try!

https://artdepartmentsupply.com/collections/classes/products/curious-raccoon-introduction-to-pastel-drawing-with-shelly-mackerell-copy

Turn a Memory into Art Join local author and artist Jessica Amos for a playful afternoon of poetry, storytelling, and mi...
05/31/2026

Turn a Memory into Art

Join local author and artist Jessica Amos for a playful afternoon of poetry, storytelling, and mixed-media art inspired by her new book, My Life in Moments: A Poetic Memoir.

Through a simple "snapshot poem" exercise, you'll capture a meaningful memory—whether it's from childhood, a beloved pet, a special person, or a treasured moment—and transform it into a unique mixed-media artwork.

No writing or art experience needed! Jessica will guide you every step of the way with prompts, inspiration, and encouragement.

https://artdepartmentsupply.com/collections/classes/products/snapshot-poetry-mix-media-storytelling-class
Saturday, June 27, 2026
1:00–2:30 PM
$55

Come solo or bring a friend. You'll leave with a heartfelt piece of art and a creative experience you'll remember long after the class ends. ❤️

FREE Daniel Smith Watercolor Demo!Curious about what makes Daniel Smith watercolors so beloved by artists around the wor...
05/29/2026

FREE Daniel Smith Watercolor Demo!

Curious about what makes Daniel Smith watercolors so beloved by artists around the world?

Join us on Wednesday, June 11 at 1pm for a special live watercolor demonstration with Scott Stevenson, Daniel Smith Brand Ambassador.

Scott is known for his engaging, approachable teaching style and deep knowledge of watercolor. You'll learn about pigment properties, color behavior, mixing techniques, and how to get the most from your materials while gaining confidence to explore and experiment in your own work.

Whether you're brand new to watercolor or have been painting for years, this is a fantastic opportunity to learn from one of the industry's most knowledgeable educators.

June 11 | 1:00 PM
Art Department
Free for the first 25 attendees — registration required

Space is limited and these free demos tend to fill quickly. Register today to reserve your spot! https://artdepartmentsupply.com/blogs/news/daniel-smith-demo

✏️ June Life Figure DrawingTuesdays in June | 6:30–8:00pmJune 9, 16, 23 & 30$50 for all 4 sessions | Ages 18+Join us for...
05/28/2026

✏️ June Life Figure Drawing
Tuesdays in June | 6:30–8:00pm
June 9, 16, 23 & 30
$50 for all 4 sessions | Ages 18+

Join us for an evening of live figure drawing in a welcoming, focused studio environment. Warm-up sketches, longer poses, and plenty of creative practice time. Bring your favorite drawing materials—or paint if you’d like! Easels and drawing horses provided.

Space is limited—register to save your spot!
https://artdepartmentsupply.com/collections/classes/products/june-life-figure-drawing

🎨 Open Studio with Claire DiehlMay 31 & June 28 | 1:00–3:30pm$30 each sessionNeed dedicated time to paint? Join us for a...
05/27/2026

🎨 Open Studio with Claire Diehl
May 31 & June 28 | 1:00–3:30pm
$30 each session

Need dedicated time to paint? Join us for a relaxed, supportive Open Studio for acrylic and watercolor artists. Bring your own supplies, works-in-progress, reference photos, or tutorials—and enjoy a creative afternoon with fellow artists. Guidance available if you want it, quiet painting time if you don’t. Ages 16+

Register to hold your spot!
https://artdepartmentsupply.com/collections/classes/products/watercolor-acrylic-open-studio-with-claire-dieh-spring-2026

Art Department newsletter is here with your monthly dose of creativity, color & community! Check your inbox or sign up t...
05/26/2026

Art Department newsletter is here with your monthly dose of creativity, color & community! Check your inbox or sign up to get all the latest info delivered. Inside, you'll find all the details about joining the Square Foot Art Show: Art, Classes & Creative Gatherings!

https://artdepartmentsupply.com/pages/deals-deets-newsletter-sign-up

Have you ever wished you could paint flowers, leaves, and garden treasures withluminous color and beautiful detail — and...
05/18/2026

Have you ever wished you could paint flowers, leaves, and garden treasures with
luminous color and beautiful detail — and feel proud of the results? This welcoming, confidence-building class will gently guide you into watercolor realism, using transparent layers, thoughtful color mixing, and approachable techniques that help create depth, glow, and texture.

Join the fun! Saturday, June 6th | 11:30-4:30pm with
https://artdepartmentsupply.com/collections/classes/products/watercolor-realism-still-life-with-sherree-rodriguez-s2026-copy

It’s hip to be square!The beloved Square Foot Show is back at The Art Department — and everyone is invited to join in. P...
05/09/2026

It’s hip to be square!

The beloved Square Foot Show is back at The Art Department — and everyone is invited to join in. Painters, printmakers, collage artists, mixed media lovers, abstract experimenters, careful detail people, glorious chaos makers… this show is for YOU.

This is a free, non-juried community exhibition celebrating creativity in one perfectly square format: 12" x 12". Big ideas. Tiny footprint. Endless possibilities.

Participants are invited to create artwork on a deep American Easel birch board and fill their square however they’d like — bold, strange, beautiful, playful, thoughtful, or wildly experimental.

Square Foot Show Timeline
Application & Artwork Submission: May 24–31, 2026
Opening Reception: Friday, June 5 | 5–8pm
Show Runs: June 5–27
FREE + non-juried!

Reserve your spot! https://artdepartmentsupply.com/blogs/news/2026-square-foot-art-show

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254 Commercial Street NE
Salem, OR
97301

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 6pm
Wednesday 11am - 6pm
Thursday 11am - 6pm
Friday 11am - 6pm
Saturday 11am - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

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+15033647465

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