I've studied with some of the best artists and illustrators working in the L.A. area here--the ones…read morewho teach as well as make art, that is. Most of them do workshops and classes here, in the great facilities. LAAFA is a great resource, and you meet many fellow working professionals in classes here too. Check it out if you are in one of the Iatse Locals, maybe you get a deal! I only wish in wasn't so far from me. I live in actual Los Angeles. Smile.

If you want to pursue a career in the arts, where you learn the ways of the old masters, and by…read morethat I mean learning how to REALLY draw, how to REALLY paint, how to REALLY sculpt then LAFFA is the school for you. No school now days will teach you how to draw and paint like Rembrant, Bougerou, Ingres, In fact many art schools now days do not teach you the most important concept of drawing and that is that in art learning is life long it does not end with a degree. LAFFA emphasizes that. Furthermore many art schools focus simply on art being just paint splattered on a canvas or some weird as hell sculpture that sells for millions and where the "artist" i.e. like KOONs and Andy Warhol do not even do any work at all. LAFFA is very much like how people back in the ECOLE Beux arts were taught, or how those in the high renaissance were taught, in the atelier style, by the end of one class you will have learned how to truly draw which is the basis of all art! The accreditation, accreditation is a good thing, however it will not mean you will magically teach you how to draw and paint, much like some assume a degree means. no a true artist has YEARS of practice and does not stop because a true artist knows that to be able to truly know that they are good at something, they must remember they always know nothing like the renowned cellist Pablo Casalas once said when he was asked at 93 why he still practiced the cello 3hours a day" i think i am finally improving" that is what you will see here TRUE MASTERS of the lost art of drawing and painting, modern day Bougerou's, Rembrants, Franz Hals, Titian, Ingress etc. Who embody the true spirit of the lost arts which many so called art schools sans Cal Arts and 3 kicks do not teach today. One teacher i highly recommend taking is Rey Bustos, he is harsh, he is firm but his passion will drive you. He is truly an amazing instructor.

I don't recommend this school based on my personal experience. They forced me not to attend my…read moredaughter graduation for wearing heels, not high heels but it was heels. While just right in front of me a parent with real high heels, they just yelled making scenes and they let them go in. They do discrimination . If you are bully you can survive, but if you're a quiet person and cannot yell ; they'll walk over you. I'll never forget and forgive them. I'll never recommend this school. My daughter Graduated in 2022. It's 2026 now and I still remember.

As a parent, I've had three children attend VAAS. Two have already graduated and one is currently a…read moresenior. Each of their experiences has been different, but one thing has stayed consistent: their confidence has grown and they've learned how to advocate for themselves. I remember when my oldest started as a freshman. He was nervous and trying to figure out where he fit in. He's part of the LGBTQ community, and as a mom you hope your child will be accepted for who they are. At VAAS, he was. The diversity here is real, and you can feel it every day. He joined the dance team, got involved in theater, and eventually became president of several clubs. Watching him grow into a confident leader showed me how much this school was helping him develop as a person, not just as a student. My other two children were excited to attend after seeing his experience, and I've watched the same kind of growth happen with them. They all have different personalities and interests, but they've each learned to speak up for themselves and take ownership of their future. As a parent, that means everything. What makes VAAS special is the smaller environment and the relationships with teachers and staff. Students are known by name, and the teachers genuinely care. I've had teachers reach out not just about concerns, but to share progress and ideas for growth. It shows they're truly invested. Both of my children who graduated from VAAS have now graduated from college, one from UC Irvine and the other from the University of Hawaii, and my youngest has already been accepted into college. That tells me VAAS really prepared them for what came next. One of my favorite experiences as a parent has been Digital Portfolio Night, where students present their own work and reflect on their growth. Seeing that confidence firsthand is something special. VAAS is more than just a school. It's a supportive community that prepares students for life after high school, and I would absolutely recommend it to other families.

This school has an amazing atmosphere where I as a parent feel welcome and included as a member of…read moremy daughter's educational endeavors. They also have a wonderful music program that feels reminiscent of the past when extracurricular arts were commonplace at school. It is good to see the focus and balance of academics with extracurricular activities being interwoven into a unique educational experience at a public school. This school gives me hope for the future of public education. I feel like the staff (including administrators) are all on the same page and they are all about putting the unique needs of the kids first. Thanks Again! -R B

I attended Monroe for all 4 years of high school (2020-2024), and it definitely wasn't a good…read moreexperience. There was several sexual misconducts happening towards students, including myself, that I feel the faculty did not take seriously and did not implement proper disciplinary measures. Throughout my 10th to 12th grade experience, I have had Mr. Mat Diamond, Mr. Hamoshita, and some Policy Academy faculty belittle my multiple sexual assault experiences and favor the safety of my abuser's, Johnathan Martinez and Daniel Osorio; both who were a part of the Police Academy program--over my own. If not for teachers and faculty like Mr. Wilf, Mr. Torres, and Mrs. Guillen, I would have not been able to finish high school alive. I have finally built up the courage to speak up about my high school experience and hope that future parents will take precautions when enrolling their child to this school. With what's happening with our government and society, how I was treated only further enables behavior's like corruption and sexual harassment/abuse that we can see reflected in well known politicians and "figures" like Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein. Now I did have some good experiences here, but overall my mind, body, and health mostly remember the bad even today. Hopefully the administration has changed by then, but I still wanted to share my experience as a former student.

I wanted to enroll my daughter in a dance class because she always dances & sings to Disney songs…read moreI looked up dance classes nearby but somehow I came across this one & ironically they have a princess academy where they learn to tumble & dance to Disney songs as well ! She started last year perhaps around august & did her first recital in January . The staff is super friendly ! Ms Parker is an absolute doll the way she teaches the children especially my daughter who is very shy & not as experienced ! My daughter loves every class & it's been an amazing experience for her !

If I could give zero stars, I would.This was hands down one of the most unprofessional…read moreorganizations I've ever had the misfortune of working with. Two months into their program--after a cast list had already been posted--they attempted to collect additional payments from already-enrolled families, despite there being no prior contract or communication outlining these supposed fees. They also demanded that students come up with their own costumes, and even threatened to pull kids from the production if payments weren't made. Anyone with even basic theater experience knows that threatening to remove children from a show two months into rehearsals is outrageous and unacceptable. Everything--fees, responsibilities, schedules--should be communicated clearly in writing upfront, not sprung on families halfway through. They added extra rehearsals last minute and tried to charge for those too. After enough parents complained, they finally took over the costume responsibilities. But again, none of these requirements were mentioned at sign-up. While we're incredibly grateful for the teacher (who was absolutely wonderful), the owner and office staff were completely disorganized, unprofessional, and frankly, rude.Mothers were berated for wanting to sit in on their young children (ages 6+ and up), being mic'd under their clothing and were screamed at for wanting to monitor that because it was "closed rehearsals" It gets worse. After deciding we'd never return due to the awful experience, we noticed a charge for another session we never signed up for. When we kindly reached out to have it removed, we were told that "Musical Theater" was now considered a year-round commitment, even though: * That was never communicated. * Our child hadn't attended in months. Did they call to check on our child's absence? Nope.They just charged us. In this economy. Don't be fooled by their polished social media. Behind the scenes, it's just smoke and mirrors. On one performance day, they called the cast for a 3:30 arrival time--and no adult staff showed up until 5:15.Fourteen children were left under the supervision of just two volunteer moms, and the office admitted they "forgot to call" the rest of us to let us know that no one would be in attendance, nor that they needed help. Just kids expected to be left alone. Left to run their own warmups and choreography. So not only are they charging families absurd fees without consent, but they are also putting children's safety at risk while being paid to not even show up. It reeks of: "I want to run a children's theater company but have zero idea how one is supposed to be run--and I'm counting on you not knowing either." Spoiler alert: I was raised in one of the top youth theaters in the country. This ain't it. Just chaos.Chaos, dishonesty, and a complete disregard for families. PATRONS BEWARE.

My son learning piano at this school. After few months he shows me a huge progress. His mentor and…read moreowner Iren is very professional teacher. Kids love her. I'm glad we have a great opportunity to learn at this school!

Iren is very kind and cares a lot about her students. My daughter has started playing violin and…read moreshe encourages her as much as she can. Her violin instructor Maria is very knowledgeable & enthusiastic about my daughter progress. Her session is 30 min every Friday and once she gets a little older will start progressing to more sessions

Melanie Florio is a phenomenal art teacher. Out of five art teachers that I have had, she has been…read morethe only one that has helped me improve my art. As an example, the images attached show a before/after of a painting I did. The assignment was a self-portrait. This was my first time painting a portrait, and I was having significant trouble. After several hours of trying, and failing at home, I decided to wait until the next time I had class. When I got to class and asked for help, within fifteen minutes--literally--Melanie taught me the applicable knowledge, and some great advice that allowed me to immediately improve the painting to a satisfying outcome. Anybody interested in art is guaranteed to benefit from her classes. Her energetic passion for art is contagious. It is also very clear that she understands, and has the solution to many problems that an artist may face. She has an equal amount of patience and understanding for the beginner student as she does for her most advanced. She is very professional, yet has a genuine humility that creates an excellent learning environment. The knowledge and experience that I have gained through Melanie's classes have been priceless. Even art books, which are my other source of instruction, are so much easier to understand now. There are endless things that can be said about Melanie's dedication to her students, but what she has to offer must be experienced. So, if you are looking for a place that will provide the elements needed to improve your art skills, then M Florio Studio Arts should definitely be considered as a choice that will deliver that and so much more!

If you want to learn to paint or already paint, Melanie is an amazing person to guide you. She has…read morea contagious joyful demeanor that puts you at ease while navigating through the lesson. What ever level you are at, Melanie teaches to it. Best decision ever!!!! I used to paint in high school and in college. However, I haven't picked up a brush more than 3 times since I graduated 20 years ago. Melanie helped me to work through my nerves and pick up where I left off. While being in class I have heard lessons of technique in various styles of painting. I realized that throughout my life I pretty much self taught. I have been on a journey of unlearning bad habits and learning much better techniques. All facilitated through Melanie! The challenge is rewarding and I have come out with some of the best paintings I have ever done. Give her a chance and you'll never regret it!!!

Our experience at GPS has been wonderful. Both of our children attended the preschool program, and…read moreour family has been part of the GPS community for the past three years. The teachers (Mrs Irene, Ms Megan, Mrs Jennifer...), are exceptional--caring, patient, dedicated, and deeply committed to each child's growth and development. They foster a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, supported, and eager to learn each day. Our children have thrived here thanks to the incredible staff and the strong sense of community the school provides. We are incredibly grateful for the positive impact this preschool has had on our family and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a caring and high-quality early education experience.

The school is a wonderful learning environment. The teachers truly care about their students…read more Small class sizes, engaged administration, and a thoughtful IB curriculum make this school an excellent choice.

Had my 20 year old embroidery machine serviced because the alignment during embroidery was off. The…read moreowner was super knowledgeable on machines and they do their service in house. They figured out the issue, ordered the parts and got my machine back into tip top shape. Nice not having to worry about being upsold into a new machine. Just straight forward and honest. Pricing was reasonable and fair. The service was cheaper than other shops and the parts were OEM. My new go to spot for my machines.

Great selection of machines. Super knowledgeable owners with tons of sewing experience. They…read morereally know each machine inside and out. We've bought 3 machines here and always use them for service.

This used to be an excellent foundry! I have bought nearly 20 pieces from them over many years…read more Every piece was well made. Since early 2020 the business has deteriorated very badly and appears to be struggling to stay afloat. I have a large amount of money paid towards an order and been trying for the last year to get the sculptures but getting a response has become near impossible. I have sent more than 50 emails to their sole proprietor - Ian Killips- and I get an occasional response, but it's very tardy. No one answers the phone and the voice mail box is full, so you can't reach a person to talk to. Employees like Daniel Meyer and La Ree Drolet had become extremely rude, especially after good ones like Phillip Norkett and Eduardo Ortiz left. It's very sad because they used to be so good right until 2019. And seeing a local business get to this state is indeed a tragedy of the times. I am still rooting that the company will turn around and continue to cast fine sculptures.

Because their prices were reasonable, my experience with them certainly took less than five weeks…read morefrom initial contact to completed project. Customers include art dealers, auction houses, and private collectors. I consulted with them for a quote so you can ask about fancy finishes or patinas. I toured the foundry before I gave them a 2" wax pumpkin positive. I'd use them again. The owner has an undergraduate degree in art history. The work fabricated there is featured in an aircraft carrier as well as the White House. They cast then ship museum quality pure bronze sculptures in foam cushions. They used the lost wax method to create my bronze paperweight covered in black patina (I sanded some of that off to admire the shiny metal). This is not an art gallery offline but they have many ancient Greek, Art Deco, Art Noveau, and Roman reproductions on their shelves.

Great teachers and space…read more I have been to the Mission Hills location for a BLS class and recertifications, as well as a IV skills class. Both provided easy instruction and hands on experience. It was also very easy to schedule my classes and pay online! Great services and highly recommend always.

I was looking for a place to earn my certification in the area, and stumbled upon California…read moreMedical Training Center. They are AHA approved. I am very glad I chose it! I took an online module course beforehand for the ACLS, and came in for the in person lecture, skills, and the written test. The instructor did an amazing job explaining all the material and made it less stress-inducing. I am actually about to come in to get another certification in a few days. There are some street parking spaces right next to the building. They also let you know specifically about everything you need to do for the class. Highly recommend!