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Your Trusted Source for Art Supplies in Colorado
HR Meininger has been a trusted name in the art materials industry since 1881, serving Denver and Colorado Springs with a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. As a fourth-generation family-owned business, we specialize in providing over 80,000 fine art, craft, and graphic materials to professionals, students, and hobbyists. Our expertise spans traditional and contemporary mediums, including paints, canvases, drawing tools, and specialty supplies for sculpture, printmaking, and mixed media. With two retail locations in Colorado, we combine decades of industry knowledge with personalized service to support creative communities. Our team prioritizes education and accessibility, offering class kits in partnership with local institutions like the Denver Art Museum and Red Rocks Community College.

We maintain rigorous standards for product quality while fostering a welcoming environment for artists of all skill levels. Our dedication to innovation ensures access to both time-tested materials and cutting-edge tools for modern creators. Transparency in sourcing and pricing, along with comprehensive customer support, distinguishes our approach to serving the artistic community. From beginners to established professionals, we provide tailored solutions to meet diverse creative needs. This enduring legacy of service and expertise positions us as a cornerstone resource for Colorado's art supply market.
Services
Art Supplies Retail Class Kits Gift Certificates Canvas Stretching Custom Framing Workshop Materials Bulk Ordering Product Demonstrations Art Equipment Repair Specialty Media
Highlights and features
  • Family-owned since 1881 with deep industry expertise
  • Carry over 80,000 specialized art materials in stock
  • Offer educational class kits with local institutions
  • Provide personalized service for artists at all levels
  • Maintain two convenient Colorado retail locations
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Services
Art Supplies Retail
We offer an extensive inventory of over 80,000 fine art materials including paints, brushes, canvases, and specialty tools. Our selection caters to traditional and contemporary artists with brands like Golden, Liquitex, and Strathmore. Customers benefit from expert guidance and competitive pricing on professional-grade supplies.
Educational Class Kits
We provide pre-curated art supply kits for local educational institutions including Denver Art Museum and Red Rocks Community College. These kits contain all required materials for specific courses, ensuring students have proper tools while saving time and money through bulk pricing.
Gift Certificates
Our flexible gift certificates allow recipients to choose from our complete range of art supplies. Available in denominations from $25 to $200, these certificates make ideal gifts for artists while providing purchasing freedom within our extensive inventory.
Canvas Stretching
We offer professional canvas stretching services using premium materials like Masterpiece Vincent Pro and Monet Pro canvases. This service ensures proper tension and durability for oil, acrylic, and alkyd paintings while maintaining archival quality standards.
Specialty Media
We stock specialized art materials including encaustic tools, printmaking supplies, and Ukrainian egg decorating kits. Our inventory covers niche requirements for sculpture, mixed media, and traditional crafts with both domestic and international brands.
People
Henry R. Meininger
Owner
Fourth-generation owner Henry R. Meininger leads the family business with over 40 years of industry experience. He maintains the company's founding principles while expanding product offerings to meet modern artistic demands.
Questions
What types of art supplies do you carry?
We offer over 80,000 fine art materials including paints, canvases, drawing tools, sculpture supplies, and specialty media for professionals and hobbyists.
Do you offer art classes?
While we don't teach classes directly, we provide pre-curated supply kits for local educational institutions and art programs.
Are you a family-owned business?
Yes, we've been family-owned since 1881 and currently operate under fourth-generation owner Henry R. Meininger.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit/debit cards, checks, and cash payments at both our Denver and Colorado Springs locations.
Do you offer gift certificates?
Yes, we provide gift certificates in denominations from $25 to $200 that can be used toward any of our art supplies.
What are your store hours?
Our Denver location is open Mon-Sat 10am-6pm and Sun 12-5pm. Colorado Springs is open Mon-Sat 9am-5pm and closed Sundays.