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Behind every great business are the people who built it.

Our Featured Content series shares personal stories from the Hammer family — spanning three generations of leadership, lessons, and legacy. From early days in retail to the challenges and innovations shaping our future, these reflections capture the heart of what it means to grow, adapt, and stay true to our values as a family business.

Supplier Spotlight

The Supplier Pages highlight the trusted brands we represent, from iconic legacy names to innovative newcomers in art, stationery, and presentation products. Each page offers a quick snapshot of the brand’s story, market reach, and why we’ve partnered with them.

Suppliers
Itoya

Since 1987, Itoya has been the gold standard in presentation and storage solutions for creative professionals. Beloved by artists, designers, and photographers, their elegant and durable products have become staples across studios and portfolios worldwide. […]

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Iwata

Since 1957 Explore Iwata’s Website Who is Iwata? Iwata is a globally respected brand known for its precision airbrushes, compressors, paints, and accessories, trusted by artists, designers, and professionals across industries. […]

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Kolo

Since 1998 Explore Kolo’s Website Who is Kolo? Kolo is a design-forward brand known for its minimalist, high-quality analog goods including journals, pens, photo albums, and travel accessories. Founded in 1998, Kolo built its reputation on timeless craftsmanship and clean aesthetics—products that celebrate the tactile experience of writing, documenting, and organizing. Now part of the Topdrawer family under […]

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KRINK

Since 2001 Explore KRINK’s Website Who is KRINK? KRINK NYC is a Brooklyn-based brand that sells high-quality markers, inks, and artist-grade tools, originally designed for graffiti and street art but now widely used in fine art, design, and creative industries. Founded […]

Suppliers
M.A.B.E.F.

Since 1948, MABEF has set the standard for handcrafted wooden easels and studio furniture made in Italy. Beloved by artists, educators, and institutions, their durable, sustainably made products are trusted worldwide for their timeless design and lifetime reliability. 🎨 Studio Easels – Solid, adjustable easels built for stability and daily use 🌲 […]

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OOK

Since 1964, OOK has been the trusted name in picture hanging hardware, offering precision-engineered solutions for homes, galleries, and studios. Beloved by artists, framers, and curators, their reliable and easy-to-use products have become staples for clean, […]

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Pentel

Since 1946 Explore Pentel’s Website Who is Pentel? Since 1946, Pentel has been a pioneer in writing and art supplies, creating tools that blend innovation with everyday reliability. Beloved by students, professionals, and artists alike, their pens, pencils, and creative […]

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Queen City Paper

Since 1970 Explore Queen City’s Website Who is Queen City Paper? Queen City Paper traces its roots back to Hurlock Brothers, a Philadelphia-based company known for supplying quality paper materials. Over the decades, it evolved into Queen City Paper, now […]

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Sailor Pen by Itoya

Since 2012 Explore Sailor’s Website Who is Sailor? Since 1911, Sailor has been a symbol of Japanese craftsmanship in fine writing instruments. Beloved by calligraphers, collectors, and everyday writers, their precision-engineered fountain pens and signature gold nibs have made Sailor […]

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Sakura

Since 1921 Explore Sakura’s Website Who is Sakura? Since 1921, Sakura has been a pioneer in art and writing tools, known for blending innovation with expressive freedom. Beloved by illustrators, designers, and students, their iconic products—like Pigma Micron pens, Gelly Roll gel pens, and […]

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Tri-Art

Since 1994 Explore Tri-Art’s Website Who is Tri-Art? Since 1994, Tri-Art has been a trusted name in artist-quality paints and mediums, proudly manufacturing every product in Kingston, Ontario. Beloved by painters, illustrators, and mixed-media artists, their richly pigmented acrylics, oils, and specialty materials […]

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