I needed some custom Christmas ornaments and Denise did a fantastic job. She even put a fishing…read morelure inside one of them and painted to look like it was in the water... I highly recommend her!!

This place is good for your soul. Period. I have ZERO artistic ability so I was a little nervous…read more Most welcoming vibe EVER. So easy and suddenly you're reconnecting to a creativity you haven't seen since you were a kid. You start to get your vision for the piece you are crafting and it becomes an extension of YOU. Would go back 1,000 times.

There isn't really a category that I can post this to. This…read moreis space that provides artist workshops, art instruction, painting demonstrations used by local and traveling artists that come into Nashville to give painting workshops to those that want to improve their ability to paint and see perspective. If you have any desire to learn to paint, to work on your passion, your hobby, then get on Jeannie Smith's email and she'll send you info on who is coming to town or which local artist is giving workshops. I LOVE this space, I love the artists that come through town and give us the opportunity to work with our passion... Art. Those devoted to the arts, love this place, worship this place and try to go to as many workshops as one can afford. If you have a passion to paint, to learn to paint, the desire to improve your painting skills, this is the place to be.. And you will love those that come here as well, to share your passion. Be a part of an eclectic group of creators, devoted to the arts. Come join others for a workshop, a painting demonstration, get your hands into color, passion, art. We are a very special group of individuals that come to this space and share our love of art. I am one of those artists that can't get enough practice and this place fulfills my passion.

Great place for art classes. Reasonable prices / good value, nice people, great music.read more

When R and I visited Nashville in November, we stopped at Loveless Cafe for lunch. However,…read morebecause there were so many people ahead of us, we had to wait for our time slot. Thankfully, customers can browse through some stores, including Shimai, on the Loveless property while they're waiting. Shimai features art, crafts, pottery and other creations produced by local artisans. When I walked in, I had a sense of calmness come over me. It helped that this store was well lit and the sunshine flooded the place through the multi-paned windows. This little store seemed like a museum, with everything being so nice. I can't even begin to imagine how many total countless hours it took the many local artists to create everything that was in Shimai. The were pottery pieces, handblown glass art, paintings, jewelry, women's articles of clothing, and so many pieces of art that can be hanged on the wall. Just know that most of these art pieces come with a high price. But they're very beautiful!

Wonderful gallery with local artists! We purchased art by S…read more Kaufman. We miss beautiful, green TN.

Fort Houston is a unique place. It has a full metal shop and wood shop with professional equipment…read moreand working space. It has the new State Art Gallery, a place to encounter new artists. It has small offices and studios for rent, and a large co-working space (think Starbucks without the expensive coffee). It is one of the few places in Nashville where the coin of the realm is not social class but passion, commitment, and a willingness to learn and share. Tours are free, shop memberships are available at www.forthouston.org

This is by far one of the most exciting places I've reviewed. As someone who LOVES making art,…read morewalking into this space is like a kid in a candy-shop. Branded as a "makerspace", memberships start at $150/mo and cap at $500/mo. Open 24 hours a day (to members only), this is the perfect resource for artists looking to get their business of the ground without the commitment of purchasing studio-space. The shops include screen-printing, metal work, and wood. You can use your reserved space for pretty much any type of art if you don't want your livingroom overflowing with tools and clutter. You are responsible for providing all material supplies, the equipment is the responsibility of the establishment. While some might have a hard time justifying the cost of a membership, I personally don't have the funds to purchase the equipment they allow members to use for free. For me, this is the key selling point. There is a gallery on site and a cafe which features some of the artists work on its walls. During off-hours the space can be used an event space. Scheduling and availability is all done online. All in all, it's a very straight forward agreement, and a fun space to collaborate with other artists.

Had so much fun here! The class is nicely paced and easy to follow along while enjoying yourself…read morewith some wine! The staff was super friendly and helpful and I definitely recommend this place for a date night or just a night out with friends!

Great Location! Convenient Parking…read more Great studio- very clean. The staff was great very friendly! The additional tv screens that were zoomed in on the instructors painting was a great addition. Music selection was great! The instructor was fantastic and made sure everyone was doing ok and checked in a lot. I will def visit this location again!

I am so impressed with the service. I brought in two pieces to be framed and the gentleman was so…read morekind and helpful with picking out the frame and the mat and style. Just picked them up and they look fabulous!! The framing is such high quality! And he even included the nail and hook so I could immediately get it on the wall. I will give come to this place for all my framing needs! He told me it would take a couple of weeks and it was done as promised and the price was very reasonable.

Gary was a great help to me. He took the time to walk me through all my options and provided great…read moreadvice, making the finished product amazing. He kept me in the loop when there was an issue with one of the pieces he was working on, and worked on a quick and amazing turnaround. Highly recommend.

So much fun! Sarah, the instructor was great. They host at different bars/restaurants every week…read more- we went at the Tin Roof. They provide everything you need for the painting and offer clear directions for making your own version of whatever the painting is for that night (you can see ahead of time on their calendar). You buy the drinks and follow some instructions and come home with a pretty painting to hang on your wall! The crowd definitely skewed female - obviously a great girls night activity - but we had fun doing it as a date night and I highly recommend it for other couples or for anyone just looking to meet new people.

Thanks Paint Nite for a fantastic date night! My boyfriend and I had so much fun annnnd came home…read morewith lovely artwork. The sushi bar that this particular Paint Nite took place at had delicious food as well. The sake definitely helped us get a little more creative. We can't wait to do it again.

Just come here and throw your life away!…read more Located on the Old School Farm property this cozy ceramics studio is a great spot for beginners and those with a few years of pottery experience. I practiced ceramics for about five years and then school, work, and life got in the way. Fast forward to 2019 and I'm back on the wheel thanks to OSP. The classes here are super chill and offer all the basic needs for a successful novice potter. There are about ten wheels here which includes three standing wheels. There's also a slab roller and clay molds for hand building, if throwing on the wheel isn't your thing. The classes here will run about $190 for eight weeks which includes tools, discounted clay, unlimited glazings, and kiln firings. If eight weeks is too much of a commitment, they also one-off date night classes so you can take the class for test run. I know $192 may sound steep, but this farm is 100% a non-profit organization. So you're not only supporting the arts, but also a fully functioning farm as-well. Friday are free days if you're enrolled in a class, but will cost non-students $6.50 am hour. Bonus, you can grab beers from the restaurant upstairs and bring them to the studio. Yay for clay!