I sent my daughter here for a 4 day drawing camp this summer August 2019. Matilda was 8 years old…read moreand the drawings she did were so nice to see/keep! She also loved the materials and the "studio" (though it seems very cramped to me) The downside for us was instructors style of teaching. She was harsh and not really welcoming or kind. When I tried to speak with her and share my concerns on the second day she made a big speech to me about how important it is making sure the children aren't comparing themselves to one another so they need to be isolated to their own work with no talking to one another. I think in a 4 day summer camp my expectation was more about light-hearted fun than something serious like that. We won't go back for this reason so I can't give it 5 stars. I wish it had gone differently because Matilda's work is really great!

From the owner: Monart Drawing Studio teaches a step-by-step realistic drawing method to students ages 5 through…read moreadults. The students are surrounded with the philosophy that there are no mistakes in art and everyone can learn to draw. Our teachers support a healthy, positive sense of self-esteem in students through a relaxed, nurturing, and educational environment. Just as musicians learn notes and scales in order to play instruments, Monart students learn skills necessary to translate their perceptions onto paper. The Monart approach offers the right balance; enough structure to be successful and enough freedom to be creative. This method removes the mystery and fear that keep people from drawing. Anyone can tap into "the artist within" through this method. We offer Getting Ready, Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced Painting classes.

Such a cute place! Came here on a whim when plans fell through for a friend's birthday weekend…read more Maddie was incredibly kind and great at explaining the whole process of picking out a pottery and all the colors of paint. There are so many pieces of pottery to choose from. Everything from kitchenware to holiday items, to potted plants. The choices of colors are endless. Its BYOB, so we enjoyed a few sips of wine and painted, and it was very relaxing! Once you are done painting your piece, you will get it back within 2-3 weeks after it has been cured. Will definitely come back here!

I love their selection of bisque ready to paint but I almost fainted from the prices. Too expensive…read morefor me.

My friend organized her birthday party at this place. A dozen adult women came with snacks and…read morewine. I'm always enthusiastic about having a good time, but I would not have guessed it was going to be so much fun. We all have to do the same painting and got a lot of instruction, and yet each painting was unique. And it was so much fun to do this together. After painting we went to dinner at Chatterbox which is steps from the studio and that rounded the evening so well.

I attended a 10- person art & wine party. My friends and I provided the wine and appetizers, Roshel…read moreRivellino provided the art class. There is nowhere else where a wine and art class is this affordable and this much fun. Rivellino taught us technique and style. She took the fear out of art. She made us all artists. The class was fun and engaging. Rivellino was patient, funny, and helpful.

Instructors are not trained very well in accommodating their beginner students. 0 stars.read more

My husband was there on May 8 and posed for the students and for Frankie Johnson Frankie's is the…read moreowner so hers was amazing but all of the students got him spot on! Frankie is obviously a wonderful teacher! Very, very happy! Good job with your students they captured him perfectly!!!

In today's society, things that are broken are often discarded and thrown away…read more I attended a kintsugi workshop at The Art Center Highland Park. Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery by mending the areas of breakage. Kintsugi treats breakage and repair as part of the history of an object. The broken pieces are mended together then painted with gold, silver or platinum paint. The result is that the broken piece is now transformed and by highlighting the flaws and accepting the imperfections, this is now a completely different and beautiful object. Our workshop was taught by Takahashi, Mami, a skilled teacher from Tokyo (by Ghibli Museum she told us). All materials were provided, even the broken pottery (an advanced student brought their own broken vase). The upstairs studio was open, well-ventilated and set up with all materials laid out in an orderly fashion. I appreciated the knowledge and experience that our teacher had, as a skilled working apprentice under a Grand kintsugi Master. She walked around, demonstrating and providing hands-on instruction. As a philosophy, kintsugi is similar to wabi-sabi, an embracing of the flawed or imperfect. Maybe I can incorporate a bit of this practice myself, and accept flaws or imperfections rather than deeming something less than perfect and thus must be discarded. I've taken classes here before and attended gallery showings. This is a close location to downtown HP, has a parking lot and street parking.

I've lived in north shore sixteen years now and never heard of this place. After moving to Highland…read morePark and becoming aware of it, I recently attended their art sale and what a fun event it was. They do classes, workshops, and you can also rent the space for events. I LOVE a good third place, and this seems like one of them.

This art school really teachers students to draw edgy and polished, actually teaches them to…read morecomplete art pieces very neat. Portfolio classes are recommended for higher grades preparing towards art colleges as students here went to the top art schools in the U.S. They offer trial classes as well.

The instructor is condescending and her perspective on art is purely about what she thinks looks…read moregood and nothing about the interesting styles and perspectives one may have. She takes the fun out of painting.

I have been going to the Mosaic School since January 2025 and have taken 3 classes. The teachers…read moreare great, the atmosphere is welcoming, and I tell all of my friends and family about this place! Nowhere else in the U.S. is there an art school that has such a focus on mosaics. I've learned so much -- they provide the materials and the expertise. I've met some really wonderful people and friends and am already signed up for their stained glass class in September!

Just spent the most amazing weekend at the Chicago Mosaic School. I traveled over 500 miles to get…read morethere and it was well worth my time and effort. I felt the atmosphere to be warm and accepting, accommodating those with little experience and those who spend their lives being creative. It was a perfect balance of informational, historical and hands on Glass work. All my questions were thoroughly answered and I left feeling inspired and eager to utilize what I learned. I would recommend this school to any and all. An added bonus is the eclectic neighborhood, warm and charming teacher, Lydia, inclusive atmosphere and creative vibe that persisted throughout the class.

I'm so glad I got to visit this store for the first time today! 1) the customer service is so…read morewonderful! Sue helped me, she was very kind and patient as I picked out multiple bolts for her to cut. Mary (I believe that is her name?) was also so nice to me. They have a BEAUTIFUL selection of fabrics. I'm 2 hours away from them but I will surely make the drive again for more fabric!! Totally recommend this store!!!

I started going to Linda Z's in the late 70s early 80s. It was such a fun and creative place. Then,…read moreI moved away and lost touch. However, I sent my mom to Linda's to buy a new machine in the mid 80s. That machine is still alive and well. Since then, I moved back to the area. I am now addicted to Linda's all over again. I have purchased new high-end machines. My sister and sister-in-law have both done the same. The staff is lovely. Linda and her daughters are just the best. I recommend Linda's for sewing, quilting, and embroidery; everything. If they don't have it, they will find it for you.