Hull's Art Supply and Framing has a nice selection in downtown New Haven. Near Yale University -- lots of the art students shop here, but many of their regulars are locals as well. They have a great selection of art supplies to fill your every need and they also have a good selection of frames and gift-type (such as cards and books) items. The service is good -- it's often busy, but if you can get a staff member, they generally know what they are talking about. Prices are a reasonable -- maybe a little higher than some of the superstores -- but then the selection is better.
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