I definitely recommend this for your kids! I have an 8 year old who loves this! They have different days and different times! Such a nice location too! Great staff! read more

Art With Larisse - Art Classes Near Me - Bonita, California

Wow! My son has been attending on and off this class for a little over 2 years and going on 3. He loves it and we love that he loves it. He started with Pastels, he's now onto watercolors and he's excited to go to oils. The reserving of classes is easy. The staff helps you out if you have questions. Shout out to Jelisa!!! (I hope I spelled that correctly). She's been so cool with my kids. The prices are fairly priced. The prices of the supplies are actually better than Amazon. Trust me I've looked. This place is not just for kids. I took some classes here too but unfortunately due to my schedule I had to stop. What's really great is that my son is really learning how create art from the basic foundations. For example, I didn't have extensive art classes, I was pretty much self taught so the way I do things is my way. So my kid sees me do something and says to me, "why don't you try this" and proceeds to show me something he was taught there. Immediately I'm like, "Dang, that would have made it easier." My point is, he's being taught and he's getting it! His artwork has definitely improved and he's super proud of his artwork and that's what's this is about. The classes are about 1-hour long and if you're a parent who likes to wait outside I highly recommend Oceano's on the corner. Get some food and a drink and it'll be your own weekly date. Art with Larisse also offers private parties and events. Check them out. read more

We really enjoy being part of the Art with Larisse studio in Bonita. My daughter always looks forward to her weekly art class. She's gained confidence in her artistic abilities and I see her practicing her art more often. I would highly recommend for anyone with a child interested in art! read more

Our daughter has been attending this studio for almost two years and she absolutely loves it. It has been wonderful watching her technique improve alongside her excitement for art. We love the studio, the teachers, and the service that we get. The relationship building with our daughter and everyone at the studio is so neat and we are thankful to have this location at Bonita so close to our community and our home. Would 100 percent recommend to anyone! read more

My daughter has been attending art classes at the Bonita location for almost 2 years now. It is one of the highlights of our week. As a parent it feels like a glimpse into their world. The staff is wonderful too. Ms. Angie and Ms. Jelissa are so wonderful with the kids. read more

Art With Larisse - Art Classes Near Me - Bonita, California

I signed my son up for art classes at the Bonita location and he loved it! The patience, courteousness, and professionalism of the entire staff would make one want to return. They even give you the option to have your child's artwork framed to take home and hang on the wall! Amazing!!! read more

My daughter has been attending Art With Larisse: Bonita Location for over two years and has shown much growth as an artist. She continues to learn and develop her craft. I love it when she brings home her finished paintings! Thank you to the staff at the Bonita location for being kind and encouraging to all students. read more

My daughter loves coming here and has already learned so many new techniques thanks to their amazing staff. They are super friendly and are flexible if you need to reschedule a class. Love Art with Larisse! read more

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My son has been attending art classes for less than a year. As parents we know how important it is for us to encourage our kids to develop their talents. This place has been a great help and I just love the patience and the good energy their staff has demonstrated. My son is discovering his talent for art and I'm so glad I found a place to do so. read more

Art With Larisse - Pastels - Art Classes Near Me - Bonita, California

My daughter has gone to Art with Larisse studios approaching 5 yrs now. We have been at La mesa and Bonita now, both locations have been great. I've see my child truly develop a passion for art along with learning technique and color theory. They have been really accommodating with my multiple schedule changes and makeup classes too. I highly recommend for anyone interested in developing their skills. read more

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I highly recommend this art school. My 12-year old daughter looks forward to her class each week. The teachers are very good and encouraging. The fees are reasonable and I appreciate that I can reschedule her class with advance notice and space availability. read more

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my kids have been taking classes at the Bonita location for over a year now. the instructors are great and my kids really enjoy attending classes. read more

Both my daughters attend this location specifically. They live going to art class. It's not like a regular art class with glue and glitter. They're learning how to use soft pastels. Everyone is super nice and friendly. The lady who works the front is always available to answer all my questions and greets my children with a smile. I would recommend art with Larisse 10/10 read more

My 12 year daughter has been taking art classes at the Bonita location for a couple of years now and every week she looks forward to her class. Since she began she has grown a lot as a young artist and I can definitely see the improvement in her skill level. The teachers are very friendly and fun and go out of their way to invite you to come and see what your child has accomplished in class. Any time I've had to contact the studio my messages are returned right away and they are always so sweet and helpful. I definitely recommend Art with Larisse to anyone looking for quality art classes starting from young elementary age to adult. It's a hidden gem of a studio here in Bonita. Thank you, Art with Larisse! Amy Urueta :) read more

The staff is very friendly and knowledgable. My daughter is learning so much and looks forward to her classes each week!

They have great classes for kids of all ages. My daughter loves coming. In the past 2 months that we've been coming her skills have greatly improved and she loves that the instructors give her feed back on where to shade, where to add more color etc. Definitely a must try to aspiring artists read more

My daughter was excited to attended the "FREE INTRODUCTION" art class and left disappointed, they said we have to wait to sign her up. She is 5 years old and I was advised to return in 6 months because "she is not ready"? However she did complete the assignment given in class. I don't understand how a child that just started drawing/art needs to wait 6 months to be taught how to draw/paint etc...? My daughter left sad and disappointed knowing she can't continue classes and has to wait 6 months. read more

Omg this place is great my daughter has only been going for 3 weeks its something she looks forward to every Saturday. The staff is very friendly and nice. I would highly recommend it. Also it not pricy for what you do. I also really like the small classes so my daughter can get the help she needs or questions to ask. Thank you guys Sherry read more

My daughter likes drawing very much! When I found this drawing class, I loved it too! It's not just fun drawing, it's art drawing! There are not only teaching instructions, and sketching color painting! All in all, I love it as a parent, and of course my daughter loves it! read more

Art With Larisse - Animals - Art Classes Near Me - Bonita, California

My kids take classes here every Thursday, and I have to say they are always excited to attend. In the few months they have been taking classes you see such an improvement in their work. Instead of coming home and playing video games, they come home and draw. I enjoy seeing them both use their imagination. It's amazing what they sometimes come up with. They even have adult classes in case you'd like to get in on the fun. The staff is great with the kiddos. They love what they do and it shows. read more

My son has been attending classes here for about a month now and he loves it. The environment Jelisa, Rhiannon and Mary create at the Bonita location encourages creative development mixed in with traditional techniques. The class sizes are small which allows for plenty of one on one interaction with with teachers. "Personal touch". In short, they are here for the students and it shows! At the end of each class they exhibit all the artists work and reflect on what they liked about that days project. It's super positive and my son always leaves excited about what he had done. If you're looking for a way to get yours or your child's creative juices going, go down and meet the team. You'll be happy you did. I believe the first lesson is on them! They even have an "Adult Paint Night" where you can spend a couple of hours on a date night. $20 per person takes care of all supplies needed. You can even bring a beverage if you like. read more

Art With Larisse - Art Classes Near Me - Bonita, California

My teenage daughter started weekly classes this fall, and she has really enjoyed it. Students are self-paced, with assistance from Jelisa and the other helpful instructors. This way, each can really take their time creating their pieces of art. My daughter has found it very therapeutic, and we are impressed with the pieces she has taken home. We are grateful to find this gem of a studio! read more

My daughter has been going to this school since it started in El Cajon. She started when she was 5 and now she is 13!Her teachers have been amazing!! My child is not big on sports and this has been a great alternative for her to get out there and have an activity she enjoys. Her skill level that she has been taught has helped her out at her regular school. Highly recommend for any child or teen who loves to design,draw,paint or just wants to try something new! read more

My 8 year old son attends the Bonita location. He developed an interest in drawing during the past 2 years. He is a bit on the shy side so we were looking for a place he was comfortable. He is enjoying his lessons and is very proud when he finishes each one. He is still using pastels and is so looking forward to watercolors. The staff there has been great. read more

I really enjoy these art classes. I'm an adult looking to learn something new and it's been great! The staff is very helpful, and able to adapt to students' ages and abilities. I feel like I'm really learning a lot and the definitely let me explore different things. I'm so glad I thought to try it out! read more

Great teachers, wonderful atmosphere and amazing results from my kids. Very impressed what they can do now. Great school!

My then 12 year old daughter (now 13) started taking classes at this studio in the late fall of last year. They offer a first free class to try it out, which she did and she loved it so much we signed up for a month worth of classes and then another and another and she has been going ever since. She is starting her 7th month! She loves the teachers who are supportive and engaging. I highly recommend this studio for your budding artist young or old! read more

My daughter has been attending classes here for over a year. All of the instructors are very caring and great at what they do. The kids progress through step drawings then graduate through different stages such as water colors etc. My daughter has learned a lot and loves coming here. We also had her birthday party here and it was a big hit with all of the kids. I highly recommend attending these art classes if your child enjoys art. The first class is free; so you have nothing to lose! read more

The classes offered here are awesome. My 2 daughters ( different skill levels) both attend. Because the classes are progressive both girls are doing great! They both love coming and would attend everyday of the week if possible. The instructors work so well with kids. I highly recommend Art by Larisse if you are looking for art classes for your kids or yourself because they cater to adults as well! read more

I've been going to Art With Larisse for about 2+ years now, and in that time I learned a lot of things I thought I already knew. I learned where and how to add shadows, tones, reflections and learned how to add basic shapes to drawings. If you're looking for an art class and you're new to art I highly recommend Art With Larisse. The first day of class is sure to keep you coming back, the instructors teach you the main steps you need to know on the first day there. 5 stars! - Lauren P. 11 yrs old read more

I have a question? Aren't art teachers suppose to teach art? My daughter took my granddaughter, who loves to draw, and will be 6 in a couple of months, to the free class that is offered. My daughter with great anticipation to register her daughter was told to wait about 1 year before registering her daughter... again aren't Art teachers suppose to teach art. My granddaughter asked her mom if she was going back and my daughter just told her "let's find another Art class" which she did and where I'm sure the teachers don't tell parents to wait to register their children.. it's so sad that business have to act like this. read more

My kinder aged kid just started taking classes here at the Bonita location and she loves it. The instructors do a great job helping the students start their pieces and guide them to completion. They're greatly encouraging. The entire process including their weekly share out/art show cultivates the growing artists. Our favorite part? Everything... (Inside joke). read more

My 13-year-old artist loves going here learning new techniques so far so good They do an art show at the end asking what they like about their own pictures read more

What wonderful place and great teachers. My grad daughter has learned so much. Highly recommend...

My daughter has been attending for More than a year and she loves it I'm so happy with her progress the Girls are wonderful so glad they opened in Bonita read more

Art With Larisse - Art Classes Near Me - Bonita, California

Every week we know our 8 year old son will enter in to Larisse' art studio which exudes a calm atmosphere. Here, with the soft music playing, he learns much more than just how to draw. They really teach the students how to create masterpieces with the abilities they have. They teach them new skills, all while being incredibly encouraging and affirming. Mr. Brett and Ms. Jalissa are a great team, skilled at working with children, and walk along side each student as they create amazing art! (Those who are homeschool families with charter school funds are welcome and they are very accommodating). read more

This place was nice for a month . Then they said my son has to much energy, gets out his seat, and should wait until he gets older to do more classes.. He is in kindergarten ,and this is his very first art class.. I'll admit he's high energy.. but these "art teachers" do not have the patience or expertise to work with young children, and to show them that art comes with patience, and that it may take 2 or 3 sessions to complete one pastel drawing, so add texture or highlights/shading.. They told me my child doesn't sit and has trouble listening, and is a distracting to other students and they don't want to lose business.. what I see is folks who call themselves "art teachers", but lack the skills or simply want easy money and don't really want to do their job, even when put to the task of teaching a kindergartener not only how to draw art with pastels, but to teach him the basic procedures and patience that it takes to complete art with a systematic approach.. It's all good my son doesn't want to go here anymore. He says they draw real slow there.. probably so they can make each pastel drawing take 3 class sessions ,and each session costs 20 bucks, so each picture your child draws is 60$.. Also, gotta buy certain brand of pastels from them too 50$.. this place is close to home, and my kids love art, but I'll find a place with more compassion for the children.. These folks need to realize that the world is full of people/kids with different personalities.. and my child did not harm, threaten, disrespect, or be unsafe.. His art was really improving the 4 weeks he was there.. It just sucks that these folks don't have patience for "high energy kindergarten boys!" read more

My daughter has always been into drawing and painting, when we ran into their booth at October fest in la mesa we had to sign her up. She has attended this art class for over a year now and they have really helped her with so much. I don't know much about art but i can to tell you that I'm very impressed with how they have helped my daughter improve and she loves it read more