I highly recommend Studio 316 & Bob Noonan for art instruction…read more Studio 316 is a wonderful place to explore your artistic talents! Bob Noonan is a phenomenal art instructor, who has amazing knowledge, talent, patience, and great personality, that makes learning easy & fun! I have been taking watercolor classes at Studio 316 for more than a year and I have learned so much, and enjoyed every minute. I didn't have any watercolor background and at times felt lost, but Bob helped me find my way and I think I'm becoming a rather good artist!!

I've been working with Bob Noonan, the owner of Studio, for many years. Bob is great at helping his…read morestudents advance in whatever mediums they choose. He's great at helping students understand key concepts related to drawing and painting. His adult classes offer the opportunity to work independently and the other adult students are friendly and supportive. Younger students also thrive there. I recommend this studio wholeheartedly!!

My daughter has been taking classes at The Arterie since the beginning of the school year. I can't…read moretell you how much she loves it! She loves going in, getting her things together and starting to make something. She loves that she has freedom to express and create... with some guidance and feedback but also enough room for her work to be HER work vs a cookie cutter composition that looks exactly like some other artist. She gets to see and play with art the way she wants to, AND I love bringing pieces home and hanging them on the wall. (Talk about a self-esteem booster for her!) I love that Cara and her team bring real art concepts to the kids in a way that they understand and relate to. I highly recommend The Arterie to anyone who is looking to support their child's artistic expression. It's sooooo important... And as an artist myself, I just love creating a love for arts with kids without judgement or assessment.

We love the mixed media class! Having art time is such a special thing for my girls. They can let…read moretheir imaginations run wild and explore all kinds of artistic techniques. The teachers and owner are so sweet and such big hearts for teaching love of art to all. Highly recommend for kids of all ages.

I can only offer an observer's opinion of this facility. I was there several weeks ago as one of…read moreseveral guest speakers from a local nonprofit organization. Another charitable group gathered there to introduce mothers and daughters to options for places they can volunteer over the next six years to fulfill their goals. While I waited for my turn to speak, I checked out the large main room, filled with bright, colorful art projects. Mostly paintings were featured, since they're easy to hang. Still, I could see that other types of art mediums are taught. My understanding is that this is a popular destination for kids' birthday parties, though I could see it as a gal pals' get-together spot, too. I hadn't heard of them before being given the address to come for the event. I was really impressed with finding such a fun, inspiring resource in the community for artists of all ages to release their creative juices.

I went there with my friend for one day and in the morning we did fantasy house. Then we had lunch…read more After lunch we were supposed to do stained glass painting but all it was, was a paper painted with watercolor to like stained glass! I could have done this at home. I was disappointed.

What a wonderful local experience! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warmth and…read moreexcitement. My husband and I attended a private class where Esther guided us through making three bowls each from scratch. She patiently explained the process and worked closely with each of us to mold ours. Once our three bowls were done, we chose from a variety of glazes. Esther and her husband ensure you feel welcome, supported and most importantly, have fun! The location is in a quiet neighborhood in Thousand Oaks and love that they have clearly marked parking in front. This is a great experience if you just want to try something new, have a date night or for a girls night out. I had so much fun and can't wait to go back to try again!

Pure magic at Clay Studio -- a soulful, hands-on escape…read more I can't say enough good things about my experience at Clay Studio! From the moment I walked in, I felt both completely welcomed and quietly inspired. The space is beautiful and unpretentious, and the energy is something special, grounded, artistic, and full of heart. Esther and her husband (the dream team behind it all) are such gems. Down-to-earth, kind, and truly invested in making sure everyone learns and creates something meaningful. The class was hands-on in the best way. I got to really do the work, but with expert, patient guidance. I learned more than I ever expected to and left each session feeling so deeply revived. I actually looked forward to every class like it was a treat, and I almost cried when it ended. That's how impactful and soul-nourishing it was. I'll absolutely be signing up again. Also... bonus: Esther makes the most delicious homemade pizza. Warm, real, nourishing -- just like the entire experience. Run, don't walk. This place is a treasure. -- Tanya xo

Great place for kids (and adults) to learn painting. They have great staff and they are very…read moreenthusiastic. Kids are having a great time. They also have art shows where turn the place into a gallery where various class work can be viewed by public. Tom is very involved and he is good with kids. He is very relaxed and easy going. Their teaching technique is such that every painting a student does has only been touched by the student. The instructors show the technique on a small scale and the student applies it on a larger scale. At the end the painting is completed %100 by the student. I am very happy with this place as a parent. Give them a try.

Awesome art classes…read more Great for beginners like myself. They break down drawing to the basics and make it easy to follow and understand. They teach you how to use all mediums like watercolor, acrylics, oils, etc. They have many classes from beginners to advance. I took the Adult classes, which was only available on Monday mornings, but they might have additional classes now. Most of the afternoon classes are for kids. Seems like they are having a great time and gives them an avenue to express their artsy side.

great gallery for local artists. non profit voted best gallery in Ventura County. check their…read morewebsite for current hours & info. Camarilloartcenter.org.

Friendly and talented staff made me feel welcome…read more I can't wait to show my paintings to the local art community.

The owner is so kind and inviting. I attended a workshop and loved it. The environment is warm and…read moreinviting. They are kind and patient. Truly an asset to the community. Highly recommend supporting this business.

So sad to not support The Makery any longer. I was a very early adopter of the original shop, going…read morewith friends as well as regularly getting Take and Make kits. When the subscription club started, I was in the initial round, paying over $100 every couple of months for a long time for blind projects. Veteran family, woman, POC owned company - and cute fun. I taught friends to love them and brought several new subscribers to the business over the years. But the customer service has left me in complete (negative!!) disbelief! Unfortunately, Jolie and The Makery have lost my support. There were some super bowl Facebook "games" in February of 2022. I engaged with the posts for fun, expecting nothing. Then was notified I had won a free sign and to contact them for shipping. I did. As you can read for yourself, for over 6 months I've been told different stories while nothing has ever shipped. It's shocking because the website is full of items for sale that match the give away. Jolie and team simply needed to send something surplus they never sold and be done with it (it was a random design after all). It's become principle. Companies ask you to engage to grow their social media presence. The giveaways need to be followed through with. Especially for a long standing customer. Honestly, even letting me know the timeline or that they couldn't afford to send something would have been enough. Acting annoyed I asked didn't sit well with me - With a little communication, I would have said no worries, I didn't need anything! I have entire boxes in my garage of her projects not started as I supported for so long but never had time to do most of them. About 5-6 months after the back and forth there were items posted for sale. I simply asked if any of those were available for the giveaway never sent. My comments were deleted, I was blocked, and my messages and since been rejected. I was treated as an aggressive troll, not a customer that had been respectful and spent quite a bit of money. Simply put, The Makery uses customers to increase their social media engagement and sales, yet doesn't follow through. Support has been lost - from me. Don't fall for the "we love our customers so much". They don't. You could be taken advantage of too! Lots of similar kits from small businesses out there from great, small businesses - some even cheaper! Shop elsewhere!

A totally hidden gem.Date to Create is tucked away on the second floor so you wouldn't know it was…read morethere. We had our own personal happy hour with 8 of us. Our teacher/hostess was wonderful. We enjoyed creating beautiful watercolor cards while sipping wine and munching on yummy snacks. Perfect for a group of girlfriends or even a date night with a bunch of couples. I'll be going back.

I went to a class at Date to Create last night and it was so much fun! I've been to other wine /…read morepaint places in the past which are fun but what made this project class unique was that we weren't copying someone else's creation but rather creating our own. Donna provided all the materials we needed as well as yummy snacks and wine. She really encouraged us to find our inner artist, even when we thought it didn't exist. I will definitely checking her calendar for other projects and going back. I'm very happy with how my memory box turned out. Highly recommend this studio!

Wonderful community museum with amazing outdoor space and special events. We have enjoyed the…read morebirthday parties and pop-up events for years, so much that we were inspired to contribute. Now that phase 1 of the museum is complete and open we are amazed. A beautiful little outdoor theater, a play cafe and farmer's market, a real greenhouse and a Channel Islands themed playground are just a few highlights of the outdoor experience. The indoor has a nice little classroom and shop area and a really cool maker space including a cardboard "chomp saw" and lots of crafts! The staff are really kind, patient, polite, and helpful. They help transform this from a fun space into an inviting experience. You can tell how passionate they are about family learning. The museum is already amazing and a fitting successor to the library that used to be on the site. We can't wait for phase 2, when the rest of the indoor space is renovated and available!

Wow! What a wonderful place for the children and families in our community! My family of 5 are…read morethoroughly impressed. The membership is a great value as we have already been 4 times since the grand opening last week :-) The staff are so welcoming and friendly even on the busy opening weekend days. My 6 year old adores the makerspace area. They have had a different project lead by the knowledgeable staff every time we have gone. There is also a large variety of supplies on hand for kids to create whatever they think up! The airways tube wall is so engaging! The outdoor area is beautiful and fun for all ages! Even my 8 month old has been able to join in the fun! He has enjoyed climbing around in the cozy reading corner area. There are multiple exhibits for open ended play that encourage building, creating, problem solving, collaboration, and fun for all ages. We are big fans of phase one and can't wait to see everything that will be coming next!