2026 RI Gift Guide for Artsy People

Hello and happy November art lovers! I hope we're all cozying down and getting ready for the holiday season (we're definitely ready for all your Christmas frame projects *wink wink*). But this blog is not all about us! We know you know you can come to us for high-quality printed & framed photos made & wrapped in time for the holidays, but other gifts and stocking stuffers for art lovers can be a little more challenging! So, this blog is a guide written by and for artists for local gifts that can go along with your shiny new frames. Of course, stick around towards the end of the blog for gift ideas to get from our shop too!

Gifts for the Artist you Love: 

1. Consider purchasing a gallery* or museum membership for your artist to support their practice (i.e Wickford Art Association, Providence Art Club, or RISD).

1. 1. Saves them money on applying to exhibitions & artist markets
   2. Gives them a stable source of marketing from a well-known gallery.
   3. If it's a membership to a museum, for example, they get to see exhibitions & attend events for free!
      

**Be sure to do your research first to see if a gallery might be a good fit for your artist's needs!

2. Ask your Artist what supplies they're low on

1. 1. Most of us don't need new shiny things to lose in the studio, but we do often need a refill on our favorite paints and pencils!
   2. If your artist participates in a lot of artist markets, ask if they need a new batch of business cards or a refresh on table decor.

3. Get them their favorite artist's art book

1. 1. Show's your artist that you pay attention to their niche interests and style. 
   2. Acts as a great tool for learning to the artist (as well as a cute coffee-table book).
   3. Good quality art books can often be found in museums or local book shops! (I recently saw an amazing collection of art books at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem MA)

4. Buy them tickets to a museum they've never been to (points if it's an out-of-state or international location!)

1. 1. Artists thrive on new experiences-- especially when sourcing ideas for future projects-- so introducing them to new environments or artists can be very meaningful to them.
   2. Who doesn't love a surprise vacation?!

The Guggenheim Museum in New York

 

Gifts for the Art-Lover you care about: 

1. Consider an art curation session for your home with a gallerist who will help you style your space (like with Candita Clayton Galleries, right in our store!)

1. 1. Candita will put together a document of artworks & sculptures in her collection that match your tastes and budget.
   2. Once works are chosen, Candita brings the works to your home to see if you like them in the space.
      
   3. Once you say your "yeses!" Candita installs the artwork for you!

2. Attend artist / farmer's markets over the course of the next two months to source art prints (of which you can frame with us *wink wink*), cute jewelry, and fun trinkets made by local artists.

1. 1. Nov 28th is Small Business Saturday & Dec 10th is Sip and Shop on Main Street in East Greenwich! (4pm-8pm) --> More Info.
   2. Nov 15th & 28th is PVD Artisans Holiday Show at Waterfire Art Center (10am-4pm). Waterfire hosts many, many art markets. 
   3. Every Sunday Angell St. Gallery Hosts Art markets.
      1. Sunday, November 1, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
         Sunday, November 15, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
         Sunday, November 29, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
   4. Many art galleries host "small works" shows leading up to the holidays. These are works that are often under $500. Ex: Spring Bull Gallery's Small Works (oct-dec).
      

3. Sign them up for a local art class!

1. 1. Classes (junior, youth, and adult) at Nancy Steven's Gallery (say hi to Tony!) in East Greenwich
   2. Classes (kids & adult) at Heartspot Art Center & Gallery in East Providence
   3. Classes at South County Art Association (Pottery & 2D courses) in Kingston, RI.
   4.  All Ages classes at Blue Door Art Studio (ceramics, digital media, fashion design, PreK, etc) in Cranston, RI AND Lincoln, RI.
   5. Classes at Wickford Art Association (painting & photography) in North Kingstown, RI.

4.  Put together a fun gift-basket of art-based trinkets

1. 1. From the Frog & Toad in Providence:
      
      1.  Artsy Stationary
      2. Craft Kits
   2. From Studio 36 in East Greenwich:
      1. Commission a Pet Painting
      2. See their Art Supplies 
   3. From The Fantastic Umbrella Factory in Charlestown, RI
      1. Mysterious goodies including prints, trinkets, native crafted jewelry, local craft chocolates & nostalgic candies, and lil' Rhody toys.

The General Store at the Fantastic Umbrella Factory from Hey Rhody's Article: Here

 

Gifts Ideas from Crestar: 

Stocking Stuffers: 

1. A new art print from the shop (starting at $9.95 for in-store minis)
2. A pack of mini frame magnets (5 for $20!)
   
3. Acrylic tabletop frames (4x6in for $84)
   

Bigger Gifts:

1. A print of their silliest pet pictures
2. An appointment to scan their artworks for prints. 
3. A framed hole-in-one or sports jersey.
   
4. Frame those high school / college diplomas.
5. A framed vinyl record, set of tarot cards, or any other meaningful item.
   
6. A large-scale print from our artist program: Shop our artist's prints. 

P.S we wrap all gifts for free! And yes, that's something we do all year!

Reminders: Our "last promise day" for orders ready in time for the holidays will be DECEMBER 9th. 

We will also be closed on Nov. 11th for Veterans Day, Nov. 26th & 27th for Thanksgiving, and Dec. 25th-Jan. 1st for the holidays. All dates will be listed on our Calendar.

Eager to Get the Most Memorable Gift with Us?

Visit us at 51 Liberty St. East Greenwich R.I. 

OPEN:

Mon.-Fri. 8:30am-5pm

Sat. 10:00am-3pm

Call: (401)885-0300     |     Email: info@crestar.art

Are you an artist client of Crestar looking to be featured on our website & implemented into our marketing network? Contact marketing specialist anya@crestar.art for information on our artist program. Beneficial for artists who already have artwork scanned with us.