For nearly 80 years, Gwartzman's Art Supplies in Chinatown has been a haven for Toronto's creatives—a place where students, professionals, and hobbyi…
has been a haven for Toronto's creatives—a place where students, professionals, and hobbyists have rubbed elbows while searching for the perfect brush or the right shade of cerulean blue."It was time," says Jacqueline Gwartzman, the second-generation owner who grew up running around the store's creaky wooden floors, helping customers, and learning the family trade.
Gwartzman's still feels like home. The shelves are just a bit sleeker , and the original brick walls, which were uncovered during renovations, lend a cool industrial vibe. The grand reopening party this fall wasn't just a celebration of the new space—it was a full-circle moment for the Toronto art community.
But this isn't just about nostalgia. The renovation has created room for new opportunities, like workshops, artist meet-and-greets, and pop-up events. Already, Gwartzman's has hosted artist"We've always been more than just a store. We're a community hub," Jacqueline says. "It's exciting to have a space that reflects that, with the flexibility to grow."
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