A New Art Retailer and Gallery to Open in Downtown Bend

Bend, OR, October 7, 2016 (Newswire.com) - BEND, Ore. —  Layor Art + Supply will open their doors to the public for the first time during the First Friday Art Walk in downtown Bend. After 5 p.m., visitors can stop by to enjoy complimentary drinks and 20% off a full priced item of their choice, and live music from Matt Gwinup between 6 and 8 p.m.

Layor Art + Supply is located right next to Patagonia and across the street from Silverado at 1000 Wall St. in Bend. Here, you will find an assortment premium art supplies as well as a gallery featuring work from local artists. In the near future, patrons can look forward to a variety of art classes and community art events. 

I believe that every town should have a dedicated art store. It's a place to be inspired, where people in the community can talk about all things art.

Lacey Morris, Owner

“I believe that every town should have a dedicated art store,” said Lacey Morris, the founder of Layor. “It’s a place to be inspired, where people in the community can talk about all things art.”

“I wanted to include a gallery, but I like to think of it more as a “Community Art Wall,” said Morris. “I’m not interested in taking huge commissions, I just want artists to feel excited about showcasing their work here.”

Along with a sense of community for artists in Bend, patrons of Layor Art + Supply can find all sorts of basic and high-end supplies. Stop by Friday to explore the unique assortment, which includes, fine art paint, aerosols, clays, pastels, drawing supplies, photography supplies, children’s art supplies, and much more.

Source: Layor Art + Supply