Mother-daughter team offers a holiday gift guide for their downtown boutique, Arc en Ciel (Ciel Studio)
The approach of the holidays is the perfect time to discover Arc en Ciel (Ciel Studio)—a Prescott creative studio and boutique whose offerings bring elegance, care, and artistic soul to any gift list. Founded and run by mother‑daughter team Roberta Benjamin and Brooke Benjamin Hart, Ciel offers more than products—it offers pieces of art and experiences.
Meet the Artists
Brooke Benjamin Hart works as a designer, calligrapher, illustrator, muralist, and stationery artist. Her hand‑drawn touches and custom commissions bring a personal flourish to many of Ciel’s offerings.
Roberta Benjamin is a seasoned printmaker, fine artist, and educator. Her skills in block printing, etching, and monoprinting anchor the studio’s connection to traditional fine art techniques. Together, their combined aesthetics—modern illustration meets classic print art—produce a curated line of gifts that blend beauty and function.
Gift Ideas to Shop at Ciel
• Handmade greeting cards and stationery: Elegant cards or full stationery sets make meaningful, personal gifts ideal for note‑writers or those who love specialty paper goods.
• Original art and small prints: Small framed pieces or limited edition prints make excellent holiday gifts that add character to a home or office.
• Art supplies and tools: Premium sketchbooks, specialty inks, brushes, and unique tools suited for artists or hobbyists.
• Stickers, pins & collectible pieces: Fun illustrated stickers or small art tokens that reflect Brooke’s signature style. Perfect for stocking stuffers or small gifts.
• Custom commissions/bespoke stationery: Gift a commissioned piece of art, custom invitation suite, or personalized calligraphy for someone special.
• Workshop or class gift: Enroll a loved one in a workshop or art session at Ciel for an experience gift that inspires and connects.
• Wearable/branded items. Occasionally, the studio offers branded accessories such as caps and apparel.
Why Choose Ciel for Holiday Shopping
• Uniqueness. Every piece is created with intention, not mass‑produced.
• Local, creative support. Buying at Ciel supports local arts and keeps money in Prescott’s creative ecosystem.
• Personalization. Many works can be custom or commissioned for the recipient.
• Art as connection. Gifts from Ciel carry stories and emotional resonance, beyond simple merchandise.
Contact and Studio Info
Arc en Ciel / Ciel Studio is at 324 W. Gurley Street in downtown Prescott. Visit https://www.ciel.studio/ and follow their work Instagram @ciel.studio or @brookebenjaminhart