This summer and fall, I took two watercolor classes (each six-weeks long) with Robin Bundi through…read moreNorth Seattle College Continuing Education. Both classes were fun, informative, and affordable. I learned so much and my love for painting with watercolors grew with each class. The North Seattle College campus is easy to get to and has plenty of parking. The buildings aren't labeled in the best way, but it's a small campus, so take time to walk around before your first class and you will figure it out. The campus is clean and the classrooms were comfortable. I like all the art work there around campus and the supportive signage inside the buildings. Even though the architecture is Brutalist, I find that there is a warmth there. I look forward to taking more classes at North Seattle College in the future.

I've had the pleasure of taking classes offered through NSCCE regularly for about 3 years now…read more Whether it was a matter of getting out of my comfort zone to try my hand at performing (Stand-Up Comedy, Acting) or just indulging in some wonderfully terrible movies (Schlock Cinema), I've always gotten my money's worth and then some. The instructors have been delightful and generous with their time throughout, and on occasion have the distinction of being local public access celebrities (Hi, Professor Fred!). I know I'll keep coming back for more.

We tried this art studio last spring during a camp and loved it! My boys then took weekly lessons…read morefrom Valerie and a summer camp when summer came. Valerie is very excited about working with the kids and it shows. She gets great joy from the children's explorations in art and in sharing her love of art history. My kids love going there, have learned quite a lot of art history while making art projects that connect with the theme of the class. All sorts of art media are explored including painting, drawing, paper making, pottery wheel, hand formed clay projects and glazing, even Jackson Pollack style splatter painting on a large tarp outdoors! Once a guest artist came in and talked about her paintings, and I hear that field trips to art museums are in the planning stages. Give it a try, your children will develop a love of art and art history.

I have taken two classes with Barbara and just signed up for my third. Classes are excellent - a…read moregreat blend of hands-on teaching and self-directed work. Barbara is patient, attentive, and really cares about the work she's doing. I'd highly recommend taking classes with Barbara - the studio is cozy and small, with just enough room for everyone to have a wheel or a spot to hand build. It's a great way to create things that are useful, and even to make awesome holiday gifts!

Barb is an incredible teacher. I love the mix of beginners and returners in her classes. She has…read morelessons each day for beginners, and returners can just throw for three hours if they'd like. She is also available to more experienced people for advice and suggestions. She runs a tight ship and I have so much respect for the system she has created.

Don't waste your money here!! This is not an organization or school that cares about their…read morestudents; only the bottom line. Response to Lily from PCNW: Response to owner: As mentioned in my Google Review, if you are going to respond to a review, be truthful. I never asked for a refund as indicated in our written correspondence. Secondly, any non-profit that claims to support the community, yet treats its benefactors/students unfairly and without empathy should re-evaluate their values.

I would like to share my AWFUL experience with The Photographic Center Northwest. At the beginning…read moreof this quarter, I paid full tuition (Photography black and white: 700 $ ) I took my first class, and everything seemed to be ok before the teacher gave us the "BIG SURPRISE". Every student has to pay extra money for the lab; around 200 $. Even you've already paid 700$, BE READY TO PAY 200 DOLLARS MORE! The day after, I received more bad news when someone from SCCC sent me a email telling me that one of my classes was overlapping with this class. I went back to the Photography Center Northwest trying to speak with someone and figure out how to solve my problem. Because I really needed to take my other class for my degree. When I arrived there, the secretary told me that she couldn't do anything for me. She gave me the email of the coordinator and suggested me to email her to find a solution. (This happened the next day of the first day of class) I was sending her emails every day, but she only answered me at the end of the week. My nightmare with this school started at this point. I emailed asking her if I could change my class on Tuesdays to Mondays; I saw on the website that this class wasn't full on Mondays; but how lucky I was when suddenly she replied back to me saying the class was full. However, they couldn't transfer me, even if I already paid the full course. I asked her if I could go to Monday class, and asked if someone wanted to change their class with me, but she said it wasn't a good idea. I was very stupid because I didn't go there, and what I found later was that the class had a waiting list. (So people who didn't even pay was before me) Guess why? Because they keep the 50% of your tuition even if you cancel the next day. I can not understand this because by law students have the right to cancel within 30 days (at least ,that was what I read in Washington website) In addition, the darkroom has more than 15 enlargers, but the maximum of students is 10. I can not understand why they have so much enlargers, if the maximum number of students is 10. I went there the next week, trying to cancel my class; there wasn't anything I could do, but the girl behind the desk told me that maybe there was a solution: transfering my money to the next quarter, so I wont loose 350 dollars and I ll be able to go to class. This day was the last day to refund my money, if not, they would keep the full tuition,700 dollars for just one class! unbelievable! I asked her to speak with the coordinator and let me know if they could do it. I though it was a very good solution. I received the last answer for this school telling me how sorry they are, even though I have been waiting almost 1 month trying to solve the situation. But they didnt do anything for me. It seems the dont care about their students, the only care about your money! I won't recommend this school ever! They charged my 350 dollar for just one class! Watch your backs with them!

Great workshop where kids (probably best for 8 plus?) can legitimately make their own hand and…read morestick operated puppets that look just like the ones you used to watch on TV growing up. And by make them I mean design, select fabrics, sew, glue, the whole deal. And it ends up being something you'll actually want to keep around and they can use creatively going forward. What a neat class, I'm so glad we happened up on it as my 10 year old daughter loved it. I think this has really broad appeal as most of it is sort of inventing and tinkering, creating the puppet itself. A lot also went into teaching the kids how to actually control the puppets behind the curtains which isn't as easy as it seems. I can see this being appealing both to the typical drama kid who loves to be the center of attention (like mine) and also a creative shy kid, who has a message to convey but may not want to stand on stage in front of a large audience to deliver it. I learned that she does after school programs as well (unfortunately not at my school yet) so I hope to see her around with more programs in the Shoreline / North Seattle area, since I have 2 more kids who also need puppets someday! Highly recommend these classes for kids. Here is my 10 year old's review: Half-pint puppets was an amazing class. You have a wide variety of fabric so you can make almost any puppet you want. You do most of it, like cutting the foam to make the mouth and skull, cutting the body fabric, sewing together the body, putting on facial features, and a few other things. The instructor basically just tells you how to do the basics and finishes the puppet how you want it if is not done by the end of thursday. On friday, there is a fun puppet show. The puppet making is simple and easy, and you will probably (Mabey with a little guidance from a video) Be able to make your own puppets at home. A definite 5-star, i recomend this to everyone.

We love this play space! There's a room in the back with a padded floor for littles and the main…read moreroom in the front is bright and airy with multiple sensory and art stations. Parking is not hard to find on the side streets. Grace also provides juice and snacks for the kids for free...so you're not charged $3 for a bag of goldfish! We like the theme changes from week to week and the kids have fun exploring different aspects of the theme from sensory to art to books.

I am always impressed by the creations my daughter returns home with after spending time at Happy…read moreKids! She would go all day, everyday if she could. I'm so happy the new studio is open so we can go more often. Grace really has a gift for art and teaching.

My son has been attending Mathnasium for over a month now, and I wanted to share my feedback on our…read moreexperience so far. From the day of his initial assessment, Ryan and Roy were incredibly welcoming and patient. I have noticed that my son is now more interested, motivated, and engaged in his learning. I also appreciate receiving the reports and updates at the end of each session, which keep me informed of his progress and what he is working on. I am very impressed with the program and the positive impact it has had. Thank you for your hard work and support.

Thank you for the amazing service and love you showed our daughter. Our strong willed kiddo…read morestruggled so much last year in Math her private school has very high standards and she was feeling insecure and sad. After 4 months here our girl has learned so much about herself and that yes she can, is it perfect math yet NO but she's come so far. The instructors and owners truly care about kids and have a passion for teaching math. This summer she went to her girls math camp with so much enthusiasm and joy. Thank you and Andrew and Julie. Presley

My two children have attended this after school program for years. The owners have bent over…read morebackwards countless times to make life easier for us parents, starting from the very beginning when my oldest kid's after school program closed suddenly in the middle of the school year. On short notice, Paola and her team found an opening in her program for my kid (and his friends!) The bilingual environment, the cultural programming, and the capable staff have offered a fantastic environment in which my children have thrived. This program has felt like family for many years. I'm grateful for JOL!

My son has been going to the afterschool program for two years, and he loves it. He consistently…read moreasks to be the last one to be picked up, which is a great sign for parents. The programming and curriculum is top notch. It's more than just babysitting. They definitely work with the kids to develop emotionally, physically, and academically. I'm very happy with JOL and would recommend them to anyone in the area!