Art/Work/Place has been an amazing experience for our family. Our 8-year-old has been in Mrs…read more Billy's class for over a year, and we knew it was something special when he came home and gave us a drawing lesson! Our son is naturally quiet and shy, but Mrs. Billy has helped him build confidence by encouraging him to express his own ideas and interests in his artwork and we can't thank her enough for how that has helped him come out of his shell in the classroom and beyond! Mrs. Billy also takes the time after class to update us and offer insights and constructive feedback on his creative growth. Based on our experience, I'd advise parents to take negative reviews with a grain of salt. All the teachers and staff here are genuinely so nice and unlike programs that focus mainly on copying pictures, Art/Work/Place balances technical skill building with creativity, imagination, and play. As someone who works as a designer in the gaming industry and has an art background, I can honestly say they're teaching kids the right way to learn art. Our son is already excited to be back in the fall!

I have to say I'm disappointed in Ms Billy. Initially she seemed like a great teacher - as my son…read morehad positive feedback and seemed to enjoy the class. Gradually my son would come home sad and upset. At first, I brushed off his complaints as maybe he just had a random rough day. Today, I picked up my son and Ms. Billy complained about his projects and all kinds of stuff right in front of my son. My son came to the car crying feeling terrible about his artwork. I asked him several questions about what happened as I didn't want to make any rash judgements about the teacher. He explained that he felt that Ms. Billie was being mean to him and that he was really struggling with clay (it's a new skill for him). I asked if she helps him with his clay a little extra since he's obviously struggling more than the rest of the more experienced students (I'd think she'd spend a little extra time with him). He said no - she was drinking tea and when she came back he had made a snail project where its tongue broke off and couldn't put it back on. He said he destroyed it and my son said she made another mean comment to him: "ohh so you're breaking stuff, instead of making stuff". He was struggling to put on the tongue, which you didn't help him with. Ms. Billy told me it was Gary the snail which didn't go with the CA theme they're working on. Ok. My question is: how is one of your struggling students able to make an entire snail project without you noticing until he's that far along with it? Then, the tongue falls ogf of it, you make a comment to him about it being wrong, he destroys it, you make another comment to him about him about breaking things instead of making things. Ok. If she's going to drink tea instead of helping struggling students then she shouldn't be surprised about them struggling. He said she was helping the other students - not him so much. He also said he got up to grab a toothpick, and she said to him "you're disrupting the entire class" and he was embarrassed that all the kids stared at him. He wasn't being defiant but she keeps treating him as if he is. My son said he was really surprised at how mean Ms. Billy was treating him - he genuinely didn't know he was doing anything wrong, She did sound agitated when she was complaining to me about my son. I know my son - he's not a bad kid and he's super kind. I'm not just saying that because he's my son. He truly is. I'm the type of person that takes criticism well and I'm happy to help correct behavior when necessary. In this case, I really feel that Ms. Billy is not spending enough time with struggling students - in my sons case not understanding instructions according to her. I didn't appreciate her putting my son down in front of both my husband and I. Ms. Billy made it sound as if my son was being defiant - I can assure you my son is not defiant - he genuinely is just having a hard time with the project! He's asking for help from his teacher in his own 8 year old way. He just turned 8 by the way. Mrs. Elizabeth in the front is amazing on the other hand! Very helpful and kind lady.

My some has been coming here for about 9 months now and he loves it. At the beginning I was…read moreskeptical - why the hell am I paying for my kids to color and draw? Seems like he does have fun though and every time he brings something home it looks really nice. Staff are great too as I haven't heard any complaints from my son.

My daughter has been attending this art school for the past 6 months and I have to say that Ms…read more Vicky and the teachers have exceeded my expectations. Everyone is kind, supportive and extremely talented. The staff has taught my daughter art techniques that have blown me away. I highly recommend this art school for anyone wanting to learn about art or for those who already have natural talent and are looking to take their art to the next level.

626 Art Studio provides more than just art lessons, it's a really engaging and fun experience…read more Henni has always been extremely friendly, nice, and instructive in her teaching methods. My child attends her 4 to 6 age class First Strokes and he always has a good time. The teacher is extremely patient and works well with the kids despite the rowdiness of their age group and amount. She keeps the classes small to ensure each student gets the attention they deserve. There is plentiful parking in the back of the plaza, and she has water, a restroom, and AC for artists and waiting parents. We've been with 626 Art studio for about 2 to 3 months and we've been very happy so far! We definitely recommend this for your aspiring artists young or not!

I enrolled my 5 year old here for art lessons and she loves it! She loves using different art…read morematerials and supplies, and she's able to make a very dynamic art piece! The art instructor is so encouraging, gives great directions, and very accommodating. She's taught her new techniques and art fundamentals that has sparked new creativity. We look forward to coming here every week!

Last summer I signed my son up for Steve and Kate's. He was so unhappy to go the first day. But…read morewhen I picked him up he said his day was 10 out of 10. Those were his words. And every time he's gone it's been a 9 or a 10, depending on the friends he meets. The camp has friendly staff and fun activities. Thank you to everyone who works there. He finished summer camp and I put him in Winter Camp for 1 day this year (Friday, 29th). When I picked him up that day I realized it was the last day of winter camp. Unfortunately, the dates I need for my son to be in camp are the first week of Jan. rather than the week of Christmas, since he's off both weeks. I think their schedule is different than my sons school, which is understandable. Either way, it's a great camp and he will be returning in the summer.

My 9-year-old LOVED the winter camp. Highlights were the sewing room (why don't all camps have…read morethis??), the super nice counselors, and the freedom to choose activities. It's a great place for kids who prefer things like video production, animation, and gaming instead of the usual athletic camp activities. It was also super easy to sign up online, it was affordable, and I felt very safe leaving my kid in their care. My ONLY complaint is that they haven't aligned their winter camp dates with the local elementary school vacation schedules. I realize it's likely an issue of location (the camp is held at a school on a different academic calendar), but this is such a great program, it would be life changing to have it available for us working parents of creative/indoor kids throughout the first week of January, too. Either way, we're looking forward to coming back soon.

Camp Galileo was wonderful. My son attended the build your own go-cart week. I thought the subject…read moreand the work levels were absolutely child appropriate; giving them an experience to use tools was great. My son has a sensory processing disorder, it is like ADD. They were very nice about the issues he caused, and discussed them with us. Unfortunately, they give kids Gatorade. My son can not have the Red 40 dye, he does not regulate well with dye. The director was beyond thoughtful and went to the store to get him an alternative! Considerate and kind! I loved the staff.

My son attends Ms Alice's art classes on the weekend and have brought home many amazing Art…read moredrawings. He has consistently enjoyed the classes- while he doesn't say it, it is one of the curriculum classes in his Top favorite list. Ms Alice and Mr Edward are wonderful teachers, they are lovely, patient and kind to the kids. They help my son and other students of various ages to express themselves with drawing and gain appreciation towards art and having good side manners during class time . The studio is clean, spacious and bright with many eye pleasing students art canvases! We are happy and grateful to find her studio.

Jeff from Top Notch Plumbing was amazing. He was honest with his assessment for my kitchen sink…read morereplacement. The price was fair. He came on time and finish the job in half the estimated time which was great. I would call them again in the future for plumbing projects.

Forest Playgroup is one of the most nurturing and fun outdoor classes for young children that Los…read moreAngeles has to offer. And my son absolutely adores the class leader, Miss Betsy. Positive childhood memories are founded on a core of simple acts like being in and around nature, gathering leaves for art projects, studying caterpillars, listening to and pretending to be wildlife, taking time to breathe good old-fashioned fresh air, and singing down-to-earth songs with other little ones in the presence of their loving caregivers. I deeply wanted to make such pure experiences available for my son, but was initially at a loss for exactly how to offer that in a way that was compatible for a young toddler and manageable for me--a busy working mom. So I did what everyone does when seeking out the beauty and meaning of nature... I searched the internet. Little did I know that one fairly bland phrase, "outdoor preschool LA" was about to have such a positive and meaningful impact on my little family. We have been attending Forest Playgroup for over a year. My son was just starting to walk and talk when we first enrolled, and now he runs and holds full-on conversations. From the very first class, Miss Betsy created an environment and class structure that made it seamless for even the youngest children to have a compelling experience. The age expectation of the "0" as well as the "6" in the "0-6" age range are totally legit (though I do think the parents of some of the youngest babies in class can be fairly challenged by transporting an infant to Bailey Canyon...but most of them come every week anyway.) Miss Betsy's knowledge of child development, early education, and her gentle modelling approach really set PlaygroupLA classes apart. Forest Playgroup offers fun, compelling and thoughtful experiences for my son. HIs self-assurance--in saying his name at group time, initiating art projects with a variety of tools, and navigating the social complexity of other different little beings--has skyrocketed over this past year. And he's not the only one. Miss Betsy offers plenty of education, insight, coaching, empathetic perspectives, and a few funny asides for caregivers too. I often go home to my husband quoting Miss Betsy and feeling proud of my own growth as a parent. Forest Playgroup has become a vital experience for my son and our family. Miss Betsy truly creates a loving, light space for children and parents to be in. Something I feel lucky to have been able to share with my son.

Joining playgroup with Betsey was one of the best decisions I've made as a Mother. Both my daughter…read moreand I look forward to it every week. There is nothing better than experiencing this magical education outdoors. I've enjoyed seeing my daughter flourish and grow in ways I didn't imagine. I couldn't recommend it enough.

Just did a private cooking class with Cathey for my nieces 8th birthday. We had the best time…read moremaking spaghetti bolognese, garlic bread and chocolate chip cookies! Her truck is awesome and she uses great ingredients for all of her recipes. Would definitely do this for a birthday party. Thank you Cathey!!

Ms. Cathey & Ms Sunshine were great. We had them come out for our Girl Scout troop, earning our…read moresimple meals badge. They did a great job teaching the girls basic cooking techniques utilizing a variety of tools and encouraging healthy food choices. The girls made chicken spinach tomato & cheese panini and smoothies with veggies, coconut milk and fruit. They loved it.