With a reasonably small resident population Russell Island's shops are almost, without exception, purveyors of essential (and not so essential) goods such as groceries, take-away food, newspapers, hardware, alcohol and the like. It's for that reason that Art Stuff And Nonsense Art Shop is such a rare treat. A specialized art supply store and gallery where you'd least expect to find one!

Located less than a hundred metres from the jetty this art shop sells paints, canvases, brushes and other required items for both the budding and expert artist alike. The store claims to be competitively priced with the mainland. Art classes are also offered. Perhaps most enticingly, however, are the the dozens and dozens of paintings that adorn the walls of the shop. All produced by talented local artists, they are for sale and offer a brilliant opportunity to pick up both some fine art and also support local artists. Whether you're a local or a visitor to Russell Island, Art Stuff and Nonsense Art Shop is a "must do".