Awesome teacher, great technique and fun. We learned a lot in just one 8 GR day. We definitely…read morerecommend this place. You get your money's worth.

This review is for their gingerbread lane event which they host a few days in December free for the…read morepublic. We just went this weekend while in town and there are two more dates coming up on Dec 13 and 20 from 11am to 5pm. The event was fantastic! At the event, they have photos with Santa, gingerbread cookie decorating, gingerbread ornament decorating, face painting, a bubble station, a hot cocoa station, and live music. All the volunteers were kind and welcoming. The ambiance is festive and fun! It was quite busy when they first opened with all the little ones trying to get a picture with Santa before their nap time. It was less crowded by 1pm. Would recommend stopping by if you're around!

Pottery painting with daughter and granddaughter was fabulous. Thorough explanation by staff,…read moreexcellent brushes and paint selection, clean facility, and great music to boot. Highly recommend! Will be back for sure.

I've been a member of this pottery studio for about a year and a half, and I truly can't say enough…read moregood things about it. I first discovered the studio by signing up for a class, and from the very beginning it felt special. When I initially came in to sign up, the studio itself was very open and active, which felt a little overwhelming at first. But almost immediately, a few members greeted me, gave me a tour, and made me feel genuinely welcome. That sense of warmth and community stood out right away. The class format worked perfectly with my schedule as well -- I work during the day, and the afternoon class times made it easy to commit and stay consistent. The talent in this studio is incredible. The members are skilled, generous, and always happy to offer advice, tips, or encouragement as you build your pottery and ceramics skills. It's an environment where learning feels natural and supported. On top of that, the sense of community goes far beyond the wheel -- members regularly bring in homemade baked goods, and some even organize potlucks and gatherings outside of the studio. It truly feels like a creative home, not just a place to take classes. During my time as a member, I experienced some personal hardships and had to travel due to the loss of a family member. I wasn't able to come into the studio for weeks at a time and eventually considered canceling my membership. When I came in to talk with the owner, Deric, I was prepared to take a break. Before I even mentioned canceling, he kindly offered to hold my membership while I was away. That level of understanding and compassion honestly made all the difference and is a big reason I stayed.

Silica Studios is a fantastic place to learn pottery. I took a couple of classes with Daric, and…read morehe's a patient, skilled instructor who really knows what he's doing. The members are also incredibly friendly, welcoming, and always happy to help. 10 STARS!!!!

Thank you Franco & Violet for an incredible experience & for making Janelle's bachelorette party…read morememorable! If you are looking for a fun way to celebrate the bachelorette, that is sexy & risqué yet classy. This is not a stripper experience! No sweaty man grinding on your thigh. You are admiring the male physique from afar. Your model will be full on naked, & a few girls were shy, but in the end, everyone agreed it was definitely an experience worth having Contacting The Artful Bachelorette was easy & they were always so quick to respond & answer question. The class is 2 hours long & you get a teacher, ours was Violet, & a model, ours was Franco. They bring easels, paper, charcoal pencils. Make sure you have a speaker so you can get in the mood to unleash your inner artist with their soothing playlist. Franco is so handsome & sweet! & Violet guided us through several drawing techniques. A few in the group were already known artists but some of us were shy because, like me, I am not an artist. But we were all so pleased with our artwork thanks to the encouragement & teachings of Violet! Thank you Franco & Violet for such a cool experience, I will sure recommend Artful to all, especially because they have several locations throughout the US! & if you are in the LA county, make sure to ask for Franco & Violet for an amazing experience!

For a bachelorette activity, you can't go wrong with the Artful Bachelorette! Our whole party had a…read moregreat time and loved the class. Everyone was helpful and patient with us. I would definitely use their service again!!

Great service. Wide array of green ware to choose from. A bit pricey but considering the process,…read moreit's understandable.

Our daughter absolutely loves Art Major! She did the paint and sip and loved it so much she came…read moreback for open crafting, and then participated in the drop off camp this week! She asked me today when she can go back to "see Allie and her new friends" and "make more cool art projects"! There are so many different options of things to do and mediums to use to let her creativity shine! So grateful for this wonderful new addition to our neighborhood! This place is exactly what the desert needed!

We blundered into this art center and had a pleasant surprise. We were warmly greeted by the…read moredocents at the front desk, who explained that they were featuring high school art. I replied that I had taught art, and was eager to see the work of the local students. The show took up the entire art center, which was spacious and well lit. I was very impressed by the talent and expression of the students, as well as by the creativity of the assignments given the students by their teachers. Each artwork had a statement accompanying it that displayed thought and reflection by the artist. The docents had also shown us a book sale, and we got a great book on art technique for our grandson, who is enjoying his art class. I also browsed the lovely art clothing in the gift store, created by local artists. The bonus to the visit was that there was a vintage care show being held in the parking lot adjacent to the art center, and we were able to mingle with the owners of the vintage cars and remember past trips in our autos!!

Okay, so I have to admit--this wasn't really something I would normally go out of my way to see. I…read moredidn't realize just how young these artists were--grades 9 through 12 from around the Coachella Valley. But hey, I'm an artist myself and I LOVE art, so I thought, why not. And wow... what I discovered really stopped me in my tracks--but not in the way I expected. The talent was defnitely there. These kids are wildly creative. But the theme across so much of the artwork was intense. Dystopia. Destruction. A future full of chaos, hopelessness, and AI taking over everything. A future where they don't see a place for themselves. That hit me HARD. I walked through this exhibit thinking--what KIND of messages are we sending our youth. Instead of sparking hope and drive, it feels like they're being trained to give up before they even begin. Submitting to a world they feel powerless in, like a slave to a master. That's the energy I felt in a lot of the work, and honestly--it shook me. We should be teaching these kids to harness AI and technology for their own success. We should be empowering them NOW to build, create, and run their own businesses--because the job market as we knew it is changing fast. College degrees won't guarantee anything anymore. But digital skills, entrepreneurial thinking, creative independence--that's power. These kids are way more advansed than we give them credit for. So many are already ahead of the curve, but if we keep feeding them fear instead of freedom, we're doing them a disservice. The art was raw, emotional, and telling--but a little too fatalistic for my taste. I'd love to see a future exhibit focused on vision, innovation, and how this next generation can rise with AI--not fall beneath it. Let's shift the narrative. Let's teach them to lead, create, and thrive. Because they can. And they shoud.

Had Tina do my sisters bachelorette party and she was absolutely amazing!!! This paint night was…read moreeverything we wanted and MORE! Highly highly recommend using her for your paint night event! She will come to your home, bring all the supplies, and create such beautiful paintings!! Definitely will be doing this again

From the owner: Tina’s Paint Social – Mobile Paint & Sip Parties in the Coachella Valley…read more Looking for a fun, creative way to celebrate? At Tina’s Paint Social, we bring the paint party to you! Since 2016, artist Tina Escobar has been hosting engaging, mobile paint and sip events for birthdays, anniversaries, girls’ nights, team-building, and community gatherings. No experience needed – Tina’s warm, step-by-step instruction makes painting fun and stress-free for beginners and seasoned artists alike. We supply everything: canvas, paint, brushes, easels, aprons, and plenty of encouragement. From private paint parties and corporate events to family-friendly art workshops, Tina’s Paint Social is all about sparking creativity, building connections, and leaving every guest with both a unique painting and unforgettable memories. Serving the Coachella Valley and surrounding areas. Book your exclusive mobile paint and sip party today and let’s create something beautiful together! "The classes Tina facilitates are very popular with the residents. She’s naturally engaging, friendly, and supportive of everyone’s efforts." – Steven B. "Wonderful experience! Great pace, easy to follow instructions." – Angie "I’m a first-time painter… was fun! My painting turned out better than anticipated." – Elle Paint and Sip Coachella Valley Mobile Paint Parties Palm Springs / Palm Desert Private Paint and Sip Events Team-Building Paint Parties Girls’ Night Out Paint Events Family-Friendly Art Classes

Oh how I'm a sucker for pottery! I went up to Idyllwild this past Saturday to escape the heat of…read morePalm Springs and ended up here. This shop is next to the Stationary store I came up to visit. Beautiful pottery by local Artisans. I was welcomed in by one of the shops owners who promptly asked me if I was there for the Mayor's Birthday... Max is his name and he is a beautiful Golden Retriever, sadly I was unaware of such an occasion but it is duly noted for next year. Gorgeous mugs, bowls and plates are here. If you are like me and prefer one-of-a-kind service ware, make your way up the mountain and peruse their offerings. I got this neat garlic grater that is so beautiful just grate the Garlic and then pour the olive oil into the same dish Voilà your good to go! They also offer pottery classes here as well. One item I wanted to purchase but refrained was the candle that had the scent of rain after it's initial descent on the earth Petrichor - there were 2 choices one with pine forest scent and one with wild flowers... they come in lovely pottery urns (not very large). Respectfully Reviewed

My husband and I traveled up to idyllwild for the day to take a pottery class - first timers. The…read moreowner is such a nice lady and very patient/accommodating. We were able to make 2 items each included in the couples price and got to pick the glazing color. Only downside is it took 4 weeks to dry, but overall such a fun experience. Wish we lived closer.

I would like to change my review due to the owners prompt response to my review and level of…read moreattention and care they pay to their customers. Caitlin reached out to me personally to ask about the situation, express apologies and offer a gift. Although the gift was not necessary, the fact that a phone call and sincere apology makes me very confident that our experience was a one off event and we feel very comfortable to return. Thank you to you and for caring deeply about the impact your business has on the community.

We have been to other ceramic painting locations and this is my favorite because of their…read moreselection, the fact they rotate their ceramic merchandise frequently and their excellent customer service.

Sometimes 5 stars isn't enough. God bless the people who made the Hanson House exist. My wife and I…read morelive in Joshua Tree and just gave birth to our firstborn at Desert Regional. It was suggested that we deliver down here as it has a NICU (just in case). Unfortunately, "just in case" became a reality and our boy is in the NICU. After a few conversations with the on staff social worker at the hospital and a few of the nurses and doctors, we were guided to the Hanson House as a place to stay nearby so we didn't have to drive an hour between home and hospital. My wife and I were completely brought to tears at the accommodations and hospitality that we were greeted with and given as we navigate through these tough days. Thank you.

Stay here for 5 weeks. It was nice and peaceful, and the facility did everything to make our…read moresituation better. Everyone was so kind and thoughtful during my husband's stroke. We live in LA County and well.... this became our hone away from home. Wished there was a fridge because of late night munkies after the day at the hospital. Other than that, it was a great stay, and the location from the hospital can't beat it!