Maggie is amazing! Each person's finished painting is unique, yet totally successful!read more

I just came back from my first class. This was so much fun. I defiantly will be back for more. It…read morewas truly a wonderful experience

Although I wasn't part of the experience, my daughter went to a birthday party here yesterday. She…read moresaid it was fantastic and she would love to have her own party there. There was an instructional portion for the ceramics and then the kids were allowed to make their own items. She made a bowl and a cat. The family was also able to bring pizza and cupcakes in. She had such a great time that we have been checking out other classes that are held here. Very neat spot.

Open Arts is a studio offering classes in drawing, pottery, sewing, voice, piano and guitar. Most…read moreclasses are for children/teens, but they do have a fair set of classes for adults as well. John, the director of Open Arts Studio, is a dynamic guy who is so charismatic...it's easy to envision him sitting at a piano, leading a bunch of people in song around a piano a la Cole Porter. He's the voice teacher and drawing teacher and he's great at both. Home schoolers note: they offer classes during the day for home school students! For me, one caveat is the price. It's not astronomical, but most classes are about $125 for a session, about 5 classes, and it adds up. I believe it's because of this that some classes aren't very full. On the up side, if you take more than one class, or have multiple children enrolled, you get a 10% discount. They hope to add cooking classes somewhere down the line. We are looking forward to the addition as I know my daughter would learn a lot because they are both organized and inspiring at Open Arts!

LovingLocal Lets hear it for another #tacoma #hiddengem and…read more#smallbussiness. So tucked behind the Human Society is a great little studio for those who want to go & try their hand at something new, those who want to create & those that want to explore. This is not the usual #sip&paint experience, it is more. Now, I suggest that you go in the daylight to find it the 1st time, wear something comfortable & be prepared to be inspired. I participated in the Love Letters to Self class and met some really nice ladies. This is a safe place to be yourself, to compliment & encourage others. Big shout out to Nadine for extending hospitality and ginger snaps! No doubt, I'll be back for more classes.

I love taking classes at Artful Dreamers Studio. The owner, Nadine seems to attract a wonderful…read moregroup of women. I've taken many classes and I always feel nurtured and safe. Never any judgement. Nadine is a wonderful teacher that helps me get the best results. Always a fun time.

Great place to bring someone that is into art and coffee. The staff were pleasant and friendly,…read morehelpful to someone that is new. Many options to choose from (figuring, cups, plates to seasonal items). Staff will take your coffee orders and bring you your favorite drinks. Stop on by, there is street parking and a small lot designated for the shop.

What a great family place. Business was packed on a Saturday and lots of pottery being painted…read more If you have never been here before, you show up pick out your pottery and find a seat. All the pottery is in another side room with more seats. All pottery have different prices and they have many different colors and styles. The staff was absolutely fantastic to work with and so very kind to one of our kids who accidentally knocked over a pottery item and only chipped the bottom of it. Staff was so kind it made the time here so memorable. Highly recommend again and again.

I've been to Craftopia a couple different times now, but the girls and myself went to her new…read morelocation for the first time the other day for her candle making class. It was great. The place is really big, easy to find with a nice big sign right on the building and parking right in front. Has a lot of different rooms and a lot of art displayed in each. I loved walking around everywhere and looking at it, it was definitely encouraging us to want to come back and partake in even more classes she has to offer! Cora was even nice enough to give us one of the pieces that she had done that the three of us liked the best. Definitely recommend this place and we'll be back soon! Thanks Cora!

My friend and I came for a candle making class today and we had a great time with Cora and Adira…read morethe staff dog! Cora was really good at explaining our options and helping us make our selections. Her space is very welcoming and cozy, I appreciated how she was available for questions and assistance but also gave us free rein to pick and choose scents/colors/materials. For the class fee, you really get a lot out of the lesson time, definitely worth coming to a class and I look forward to coming to some of the other classes in the future!

This place is awful and needs to be shut down. I'm surprised it's even open honestly! The lady that…read morespoke to me, Angie was completely rude towards me and my son. Judging me by how much money she thought I had. I simply went in to ask a few simple questions about the studio and art. After this interaction with her I'm completely disappointed. Obviously she doesn't have people skills. Above all else let along implying I was too poor to afford to sign up for any classes. Shmm she couldn't be more wrong.

What a great place to get your paint on. Great teacher and great atmosphere. Whether you want to…read morepaint in a class or private class this is the place. Cheers cant wait to paint next time. Thank you