FLAX Blog

Naturally there is no greater inspiration than the beauty of the earth that surrounds us. In recognition of Earth Day, here we have selected 25 artworks that celebrate the landscape, with the hope that in appreciating these images we are reminded to always do what is right for Mother Earth. Eugene von Guérard, Milford Sound, New Zealand Richard Mayhew, Untitled (landscape) Jeong Seon, View of Mt. Geumgangsan (The Diamond Mountains) Wassily Kandinsky, Autumn-Landscape Caspar Davi …

Our Oakland store is Closed (our last day was Saturday, March 28). Announcement - March 24, 2026 Dear Oakland Artists and Valued Customers,   This is our final week in Oakland. Our last day with our doors open to you is this Saturday.   We've really enjoyed our time here, and there have been some good times! We hosted quite a few events, with Kidsfest, Pen Faire, the Print Fair, and our 80th and 85th anniversary celebrations. Over the years we've gotten to know so many of you, friendl …

May 1, 1933 - November 6, 2023 Philip Leon Flax, whose life reflected the art that he supported, died on November 6th, in Santa Rosa, California. His beloved wife of 65 years, Toby, was at his side. Born in Bayonne, New Jersey to Sylvia and Herman Flax, he was the youngest child with two older siblings, Jerry and Lita. When he was three, the family traveled West to settle in San Francisco. Upon graduation from Lowell High he enlisted in the army, being called back for the untimely de …

From all of us at FLAX, we wish you a Happy New Year! Among our staff we have over 250 years of combined experience in the art supply industry. We look forward to serving you in 2023. This year we'll be celebrating our 85th anniversary!

In our Artist Employee Spotlight series, we are highlighting the diverse and exceptional talent here at FLAX art & design. Meet Stan Chan, who grew up in East Oakland. A life long artist, Stan is participating in an exhibition, Stories From My Mother’s House. It is a curated show featuring artifacts, drawings, and writings on his childhood memories, family gossips, and everyday stories. His parents were able to buy a house in the 1950’s and each plexiglass-wooden box con …