Looking to buy zines and art prints but not sure where to find them? Around Singapore, a handful of indie art and design stores stock everything from self-published zines and risograph prints to stickers and other artist-made goods.
Here are seven spots worth checking out:
1. Shrub
Shrub is a grungy, indie store that feels more like a creative hangout than a retail space.
The shelves are packed with zines, prints, posters and quirky artist-made objects by local and regional creatives.
Address: 6001 Beach Rd, #01-28 Golden Mile Tower, Singapore 199589
Opening Hours: Open daily except Monday, 2pm-8pm
2. Catalog
Located in Golden Landmark, Catalog is Singapore’s first retro office-themed concept store.
Inside you’ll find art books, quirky stationery, handmade crafts, design-forward apparel and other lifestyle gems.
Address: Golden Landmark, 390 Victoria St, #02-34A, Singapore 188061
Opening Hours: Wed-Fri: 1pm-7pm, Sat-Sun: 12pm-7pm
3. Knuckles & Notch
Knuckles & Notch is an indie artist-run brand and store that blends streetwear with illustration.
Alongside graphic T-shirts and apparel, you’ll find art prints, stickers, zines and merch featuring bold, character-driven artwork from the studio.
Address: #02-25, Waterloo Centre, 261 Waterloo St, Singapore 180261
Opening Hours: Tues-Sat: 1pm-6pm, closed Mon & Sun
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4. Open Door Store
Part design shop, part creative showcase, Open Door Store is an open-air retail space spotlighting independent artists and designers.
The store carries a mix of prints, zines, art books, apparel and small lifestyle objects, with a strong focus on contemporary illustration and graphic design.
Address: 80 Playfair Road, 01-16 Kapo Factory Building, Singapore 367998
Opening Hours: Tue-Sat: 11am-6pm, Sun: 11am-5pm, closed on Mon
5. Variety
Variety is an art and thrift store that recently opened in Chinatown. Their product lineup changes monthly, featuring both local and international artists and brands.
Address: 195 Pearl’s Hill Terrace #02-20, 168976
Opening Hours: Tues-Sun: 12pm-7pm, Closed on Monday
6. Heartware Store & Gallery
Heartware Store and Gallery combines a contemporary gallery space with a retail section featuring artist-made goods.
Alongside exhibitions, the shop stocks prints, zines, books and small collectables created by emerging and established artists.
Address: 350B Joo Chiat Rd, Singapore 427598
Opening Hours: Tues-Sun: 12pm-7pm, Mon: 12pm-4pm
7. Objectifs
While it’s a photography centre and gallery, Objectifs also houses a small bookstore focused on visual culture.
The shop stocks photography books, art publications, zines and exhibition catalogues.
Address: 155 Middle Rd, Singapore 188977
Opening Hours: Tues-Sat: 12pm-7pm, Sun: 12pm-4pm, closed on Mon
Cover image adapted from: Catalog, Shrub, Knuckles & Notches and Heartware Store & Gallery
