As a student here, they helped me develop my art skills as well as my portfolio! My art skills have…read moreimproved a lot since coming here.

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This studio feels so warm and inviting. The teachers are thoughtful and supportive. Our kids love…read morethe variety of activities and look forward to coming every week.

Our 7 year old daughter has been here since the beginning of the school year and absolutely loves…read morethe program. The teachers are kind and she is truly developing her artistic skills above and beyond our expectations.

I've attended Creative Arts for about 5 years now and it's one of the best art classes I've ever…read morebeen to. They support everyone's creativity and unique ideas. Their classes are great for both young kids and older students. I did my AP Art Studio portfolio here and Meg is a great teacher. She fully supported my ideas and helped me develop them further to better paintings. I became a better artist here and would recommend to everyone that is either just starting out art or amazing at it already. It's a great place to work on any form of art. They've also helped multiple students get i to OCHSA and so much more! This is the best art class you'll find in Irvine from beginning art classes for kids to advanced classes for teens.

Awesome art place. Great and friendly staff. Although it's small it's a great place. It's perfect…read morefor little children or hobbyists. I wouldn't recommend this place for serious artists. It's a place to relax and make friends.

Great school. My daughter is thriving. Excellent teachers and staff. Could use a gymnasium though…read morebut other then that top flight education!

Found out this public school is not free. It is a lottery school, but it's mandatory that you pay…read more5k to 6k a year for your child to attend this school. They call it donations, and it is a tax write-off.

The reguler Fine/Digital Art Camp is $759 each week. The…read moreIntense Portfolio Training is $1400 each week That's insanely overpriced. I've never heard of such prices per week even for a camp. No wonder they don't add the prices on their flyers.

The Artist Lab is a wonderful art school! My son absolutely loves it and we find the staff, studio…read moreand instructors to be extremely professional. My son is focused on digital art and 3D sculpting and they are teaching him the latest tools. Most importantly, like with any artist, they help him to create and improve the type of art that HE wants to create. They are great at giving guidance and providing support for him when he has questions or wants to learn new techniques. The instructors are all experienced in their respective areas and you can even see their photos and bios on the main wall when you enter the studio. They are always available at the end of class to go over what was covered in class and to answer any questions from parents as well. We are very happy with our choice to send our son to The Artist Lab.

Five stars! Nurturing, inspiring, creative. No matter your experience level Denise and Luke are…read moreencouraging and let you explore all mediums. Been taking class here for the past 17 years and consider TAS my happy place.

Wonderful little art studio. Clean and organized. Ms…read more Denise is so sweet and such a great teacher. My daughter loves coming to this studio and says she feels inspired to do her art. Thank you!

I love this place. I drive all the way from Newport Beach. It was my son's first time, and he…read morereally enjoyed his class. I'm honestly shocked that he can actually draw! The art instructor, Shabnam, was very attentive. Compared to other places I've taken my kid, this truly feels like a real art school. The groups are small, and the attention is much more personalized. She starts the kids with shadowing, which I really appreciate.

purchased a Groupon for a month (4 sessions) of introductory art classes. I was genuinely…read moreexcited--my son loves art, and I thought this could be a great way to nurture that interest. Unfortunately, my experience with Mission Art Studio was disappointing. When I first reached out to schedule the classes, I spoke with Shany. Because I used a Groupon, she told me she couldn't pre-schedule all four sessions and that I would need to call weekly to check for availability. She explained that she had to prioritize full-paying clients. I found this off-putting, especially as a parent who was seriously considering continuing classes long-term. One week, I called to schedule and was told there was no availability because an instructor was out. A couple of weeks later, when I called to schedule the third session, I was met with hesitation and attitude. Shany now claimed that the classes should have been taken consecutively and asked why my son had missed one. When I reminded her of our original conversation--where she said I had to call week-by-week--she didn't recall and asked me to send proof by text. The inconsistency and lack of professionalism made it clear this isn't the right studio for us. My son enjoyed the actual classes, and I wish things had gone differently. Once he completes the remaining sessions, we'll be looking elsewhere for a more welcoming and organized art studio. From looking at other negative reviews, all seem to be from people who came to the studio by way of Groupon. The business undervaluing these clients and missing out on the opportunity of making a good first impression on potential long term customers.

Update The studio reached out to me and I was able to enroll…read moremy daughter in the class. She's been so excited ever since the first class and is going to love it Original review My daughter really enjoyed her introductory class last month, and we were eager to sign her up for June. When we inquired about enrollment, the teacher specifically told us it was too early to enroll but that the time slot we wanted was available. We were instructed to wait until closer to June and were assured someone from the studio would contact us to finalize enrollment. Since no one ever reached out, I called the office on May 27th to get her enrolled. To my dismay, I was informed that the class was completely full. It was a big surprise, especially since we learned there had been a family on a waitlist for that same spot since April, a detail that was never communicated to us during our May visit.

My daughter loves coming here every week. The teachers are kind and patient, and she's grown so…read moremuch in both skill and confidence.

Choosing Laguna College of Art + Design was truly life-changing and remains one of the best…read moredecisions I've ever made. For a long time, I wasn't even sure if a creative career was feasible, let alone if I could support myself doing it. LCAD proved that it's not only possible but sustainable. One of the biggest draws for me was that LCAD is one of the most affordable accredited art and design schools in California. I never felt like I was sacrificing quality for cost. The education I received in the Design program was easily on par with competitors like Art Center, but with a much smaller price tag and a far more intimate environment. The industry connections here were so exciting to me. While I was still a student, I had the opportunity to work on projects with powerhouse brands like: Nike, Vans, Hurley, and the Anaheim Ducks. These aren't just names on a syllabus; they are real-world partnerships that prepare you for the workforce. When I graduated and entered the industry, I felt completely prepared because the classes were incredibly rigorous. People might think a school in a beautiful beach town is the "easy" choice, but I have never worked harder in my life. What really sets LCAD apart is the faculty. They don't just know your name; they care about your life. I saw this firsthand when a friend in the program was in a bad car accident. The Department Chair personally helped her navigate legal issues and created a custom plan so she wouldn't fall behind due to transportation hurdles. Years after graduating, I am still on texting terms with many of my professors. They are always ready to provide industry leads or advice. The location in Laguna Beach is stunning. Being able to slow down and enjoy the nature of the canyon provided a necessary balance to the high-intensity coursework. Not to mention the beauty and calm allowed for a constant source of inspiration for me. I left LCAD with a sharpened skillset, a career I love, and a group of best friends who are now my peers in the industry. If you are looking for a supportive, high-caliber, and industry-connected experience, this is it. I wouldn't change my time here for anything.

My daughter dropped out after a year and a half. It was a terrible experience. After graduating…read morefrom OCSA she was so excited for LCAD. It was just teachers that were professionals just trying to make an extra buck. And her IEP did not do her any good. The 6 hour classes were almost debilitating. And there were NO available counselors ever! This school drove her to depression and anxiety. Please don't send your children to this expensive school!

Loved this school. Such an amazing experience. My cousin is currently enrolled and she loves it as…read morewell.

I'm attending LA Art League because I was basically new to art when I started and I wanted to build…read morea portfolio so I could apply to art colleges. I've been with them for two months now and I've taken their traditional Drawing class, their Digital Art class, and also their Life Drawing class. I've learned so many fundamental concepts such as the rhythm of a line, drawing through my shoulder, and I'm currently drilling proportions for the human body. The teachers provide very personal attention and feedback that is both honest and encouraging. In the Digital Art class, alumni from art colleges teach students to draw and design on Photoshop and Illustrator while guiding them through their portfolios. The teachers also do demonstrations which are so incredibly helpful for me. I feel like I learn so much from seeing them compose a landscape or render a human head. Coming from essentially zero background in the arts, I've improved my drawing skills quite a bit and learned so much about what is required to apply for art colleges. The one and only downside to attending LA Art League is the parking. There is plenty of 2-Hour street parking available nearby, however, so I've gotten used to that.