"Artist Alley Shop has been such a great opportunity for me as a small business owner.
I'm from Calgary and this is my first time expanding my brand in a retail store located in Montreal. The staff has been incredibly helpful and very good with communication especially since I live far and out of the province. They made my shelf installation and restock process very seamless which makes me so happy!
Artist Alley Shop has also built a community where like-minded artists all over Canada and also customers who are also into anime can gather and support each other. It's been such a blast working with them, I would highly recommend for people who love anime to check it out!"
Gladzy Kei, owner of Gladzy Kei Art (@gladzykeiart)
“I've been with the Artist Alley Shop since the beginning, and it's been amazing to see it all come together. I love that the shop is run by fellow artists, who are passionate, professional, and also so creative! They really know what's up!! The warm reception from local art and small biz appreciators has also been lovely and heartening. In a short time a community is already forming, and I'm very happy to be a part of it!”
Jing Cui, owner of Papricots (@papricots)
“It's hard not to fall in love with this shop!
All the art, merch, cute finds, and artist pop ups will make you excited as soon as you walk in the door, and it feels impossible to leave without buying your new favorite thing.
As an artist, I couldn't be happier I get to be a part of it all. The staff is so organized and helpful, even during the busiest of times. They keep the shelves looking their best every day, and make shopping feel so easy and fun while making sure all the artists are well taken care of.
It's great to see the space full day after day, and my art go home with so many people who love the shop as much as I do.”
Luana Nogueira, owner of Nekobean(@thenekobean)
“We are the Woups Shop, an online shop created by two French best friends, now living in Quebec. We offer cute, interactive and colorful products like keychains, prints, stickers and pins, all inspired by pop culture.
We chose to join the Artist Alley Shop for several reasons. First, it's a place dedicated to artists like us, where we can share our passion with other creators and meet customers who appreciate art and products made by independents. It also represents a great opportunity for visibility in an original and creative environment. Being present at the Artist Alley Shop allows us to develop our local clientele and reach a wider public.
Artist Alley Shop is a space that showcases independent creators, offering them a physical showcase for their work. As well as being a place to sell, it's also a place for enthusiasts to meet and exchange ideas, which contributes to the creative diversity of the community. As creators and customers, we love going to the Artist Alley Shop. It's a place that totally suits our tastes and we often leave with creator purchases, to treat ourselves and support other artists.
The ambiance is inspiring and colorful, and every visit is a pleasant experience. In short, the Artist Alley Shop is a great opportunity for creators and customers to meet in a friendly environment, created by passionate artists.”
Violette Lavillat & Lea Willaume, owners of Woups Shop (@woups_shop)