Trisha is an accomplished artist and although she is very modest radiates authority and expertise…read more To be in her class is to feel that one is being instructed by someone who instantly connects with your level and understands your potential as an artist. She is comfortable with working with you through the challenges of any piece. Sometimes she will sit with you for a conversation about just what you are trying to achieve, sometimes she will sketch out some ideas for you to check, sometimes she will help mix the colors. She is just that sort of instinctive teacher that you come across only very occasionally who has the kind of empathy and skill you need to move you to the next level. Her prices are very reasonable and her studio is comfortable and always well supplied. I cannot recommend Trisha highly enough!

About a year ago my daughter, then 13, began showing some artistic talent. She had a good eye for…read morecomposition and was starting to teach herself to improve her art through YouTube videos. Eventually she decided that she wanted to apply to attend a competitive arts-oriented high school. The school required that a portfolio be submitted as part of the application process, with several required pictures - a landscape, a portrait, an animal, etc. My daughter's current school was supportive, but not focused on producing a structured portfolio. And we needed to have everything ready in under two months! I found Anatol through searching Yelp and the web, and he has been amazing. He supplied the instruction, the discipline, and the structure that my daughter needed. First, he helped my daughter focus her sketching ability. Then he helped her expand to colored pencils and water-color work. All of these she used to produce the required portfolio artworks. He also helped us confirm which of her preexisting works should be included in the rest of the portfolio. Basically, he helped her cover a year's worth of art instruction in a two-month period. (There were many lessons, but no tears!) I am glad to say that my daughter ended up being accepted into the high school program, something that seemed unlikely before we started with Mr. Woolf. However, what makes me happiest is that my daughter was able to develop her talent with Anatol, who was able to balance her own artistic interests with the needs of the portfolio and the expectations of formal artistic training. He helped her develop what she was already doing and teach her new techniques as well. (My daughter also read this review and says she agrees with it!)

I enrolled my daughter into lessons with Mr. Woolf and her art skills have grown tremendously,…read morealong with her confidence and interest in art. Would highly recommend Mr. Woolf to anyone interested.

I signed up for the MAP program. I paid $4,500 which was supposed to be attributed to the last…read morepayment for the program. I got very sick a month or more after I signed up. I got a very rare disease called Sarcoidosis which is very debilitating. I felt I could no longer do the program due to its demanding schedule. I wanted my $4,500 back. Kessler said "he wasn't in the habit of taking money from people and not providing a service" in one conversation. However, he refused to give any of it back. The program was not full and he probably was hurting for money. Just be careful this guy. Make sure you've done your due diligence. He offered to hold the money and I could sign up in 3 years. No thank you. I'm out $4,500 and he's sitting pretty.

So glad I found this little gem! I've been taking watercolor classes at Compass for the past…read moreseveral months and have truly enjoyed my time here. The studios are full of natural light and the entire place is warm and inviting. I've learned so much and truly look forward to my art classes each week in the quaint historic district of Kensington.

Offering wonderful sewing classes, and private sessions, this warm and comfortable shop is a haven…read morefor learning the art of sewing. Creative Youth is a great place for children of all ages to learn everything they need to know. Silvia Huezo, a terrific and skilled teacher, is simply wonderful to work with.

Absolutely Beautiful Art!!!! Lily's classes are a must and she is fully engaged with every student…read moreand it's a lot of fun. Beginners and super beginners are welcome and encouraged!

This gallery doubles as a tattoo studio, and an art gallery. Not only will you find beautiful,…read moreone-of-a-kind pieces of artwork and clothing by Bobby, Caroline, and many others, but you'll find you can also be entertained with all sorts of art classes. Caroline Baker is an amazing and highly educated artist. Pick a night during the week for any sort of art project. Bobby Weschler is the tattoo artist. He is organized, flexible, detail oriented, and highly skilled artist! He has been very helpful with helping me design and make my visions come to life! His pricing is reasonable. I highly recommend the studio for everything it offers!

Maryanne taught painting to my middle school aged daughter who produced some really great work…read moreunder her guidance. Maryanne is an accomplished artist who teaches in her beautiful studio.

Maryanne Pollock is a multidisciplinary artist and art teacher. I have taken several classes with…read moreher, and she is very knowledgeable and interactive with her students. She is really good at explaining the different techniques that she is teaching and makes you feel really accomplished. Whether you are a novice artist, or want to learn a new technique, Maryanne is one person to help you achieve your goal.

Rita is wonderful - she went out of her way to make sure my daughter's story was developing. The…read moretenley town teachers are great!

I wish I could give this 100 stars. My daughter loved this camp. She went for just two weeks (we…read moreare only in DC a few weeks out of the year) but the effects of the camp lasted all year long. Jackie and her staff are amazing. Their supportive attitude makes writing fun and recreational for kids--not something that most kids get in school. I think every child deserves Writopia instruction--it's amazing! Thank you!!