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 Paints, brushes and things |
50 Lichfield Street Central City Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 (0)3 366 3088 |
Brush-n-Palette sells everything for the amateur and professional artist. From easels and chairs to wooden drawing figures of humans and horses, this is the place to shop. Their array of paints range from acrylic to watercolor, as well as pastels, charcoal and pencils. They have the paintbrushes and paper supplies to match. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, so do not panic if you are buying for someone else. There is also a bulletin board listing exhibition openings, shows, and art lessons. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Frames, frames and more frames |
Shop 50, The Palms Shirley Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 (0)3 385 3393 |
Frames, frames, and more frames--it is the first thing you notice as you walk into the shop. No matter what size your photo is, chances are Camera House will have a frame to fit and suit it. They also have a large selection of cameras, including the latest digital cameras plus film, lenses, tripods, and camera bags. Camera House provides quality developing and printing, from one hour to three day service depending on your requirements. They have the facilities to scan, touch up and reprint old photographs too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Drafting and art supplies |
Cnr Manchester and St Asaph Streets Central City Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 (0)3 366 0030 |
The Drawing Room supplies students, artists, and creative types with all their necessities. The shop stocks drafting tables and computer desks, fine writing utensils and paintbrushes, presentation papers and display cards, portfolios and archival boxes, and custom and ready-made frames--Not to mention all forms of drawing and painting paper. They also have books and magazines. The window is full of information and flyers about shows, openings, seminars, and courses. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Developing and Printing |
High Street City Mall Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 (0)3 366 8049 |
For developing and printing needs, check out Hanafins Camera and Video. There are seven branches throughout the city and they offer fast, reliable service and quality prints. You can choose from one hour, same day or three-day service. Hanafins Camera and Video also stocks a range of color and black and white film, plus the usual photographic equipment: cameras, lenses, filters and tripods, as well as photo frames and albums. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Art and handcraft supplies |
5 Normans Road Papanui Christchurch 8005 New Zealand +64 (0)3 355 9099 http://www.hands.co.nz |
Hands Ashford New Zealand is the perfect place to go for your arts and crafts supplies. Selling everything from paintbrushes and paints to beads and embroidery ribbons, Hands Ashford is something of an institution among local crafts people. The shop has a large selection of books and magazines, helpful, friendly staff, and a room full of supplies. They offer over forty classes covering everything from folk art to porcelain painting and run a children's' school holiday programmeme. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Copying and restoring old photographs |
392 Colombo Street Sydenham Christchurch 8002 New Zealand +64 (0)3 377 3779 |
This photographic shop specializes in copying old photographs. Using the same photographic processes that were used 100 years ago, they are able to provide realistic copies. Their technicians can copy directly from the photo album or, if in a picture frame, they will remove for copying and then refit back into frame for you. They also sell acid-free boxes, tissues, and photo albums ideal for storing precious photographs. Other services offered include picture framing, family portraits and wedding photography, plus both colour and black & white film processing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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General Stationary and Bookstore |
140 Hereford Street Central City Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 (0)3 366 1120 |
With branches throughout Christchurch and the rest of New Zealand, this stationer and bookseller is a convenient place to go for your stationery needs. From a refill for your favourite pen to writing paper and envelopes, you can find it at Paper Plus. This shop also stocks art and school supplies, paints, permanent markers and crayons. Greeting cards, stationery sets, novelty gifts, and wrapping paper are available. In addition, they have a large selection of books and magazines. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Well stocked photo shop |
207 Durham Street South Central City Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 (0)3 366 3151 http://www.photowarehouse.co.nz |
As well as providing developing and printing services, Photo Warehouse stocks everything you need in the way of darkroom equipment--chemicals, lights, paper and enlargers. They sell all types of colour and black & white film, plus filters, lighting equipment, tripods, cameras, and bags. The shop has an extensive range of photographic "how-to" books and magazines. The latest copy of free New Zealand newspaper "The Photographic Mail" is always available to let you know what is happening industry-wise around the country. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For all your photographic needs |
189 Papanui Road Shop 9, Merivale Mall Christchurch 8001 New Zealand +64 (0)3 355 7534 http://www.photo.co.nz |
Whether you are an amateur or professional, this photographic retail shop can provide you with the equipment and services you need--from new and used cameras and videos to accessories such as film, filters, and darkroom supplies. Photo and Video International operate a professional C-41 lab for traditional developing and printing, as well as providing digital printing services. From your CD, floppy or Zip disk, they can print onto photographic paper. You can also send the files over the Internet by following the instructions on their site. Review © 2007, Wcities |