The Artist Lab is a nice little art space on Wilshire, in Hancock Park, conveniently located close…read moreto my house. It offers art classes for all ages, though I suspect most of its students are kids. My six-year-old Leo B. has become something of a regular, and he absolutely loves the place. For my part, I appreciate that there's always a camp available when I need it, sometimes even at the last minute. Popular classes sell out (if you want an anime/Pokémon/Hello Kitty kind of week, get on it), but most don't seem to reach capacity. There are camps for pretty much every school break, including one-day camps for various holidays. Parking is easy, as are drop-off and pick-up. Leo did one day camp last year, then two weeks of summer camp last month. He's a fairly shy kid, and was only willing to sign up because he had friends from school who would be with him. I was pleasantly surprised when he requested to come back for a second week this summer, knowing he wouldn't have any friends in that class. Artist Lab has different themes for each week, and he went for under the sea and pop art. There were different teachers rotating in and out, and to be honest, I never really talked to any of them, though they all seemed quite nice. I dealt with all the administrative stuff through text and email and enjoyed getting photo updates in the text thread. Leo had fun every day, and came home with all kinds of artwork that we're now stuck with until all parties are willing to get rid of them. He made sculptures and paintings and even sewed a little fish. I also liked that he got to learn a little about pop art after a somewhat difficult visit to the Tate Modern earlier in the month. I'm sure we'll be back to Artist Lab next summer, and possibly earlier. Leo will ask for it, and before long, his brother will want in on the action.

Incredible! I just took my first adult Wednesday class. And there was no hesitation in my mind to…read moresign up for a package. This is such a gem! To learn these skills in a supportive environment with wonderful classical music surrounded by art everything included it's amazing! Just in a 2-hour session. I took home new skills to apply to my own work. The teacher was phenomenal! Incredibly well-versed, very talented, and passionate, along with humble and inspiring. Love it.

We went to Design Hive for the Sneakers and Beats summer camp. I was dropping the kids off and I…read moredidn't want to leave! I think they may have had to push me out! :D The studio is so cozy and the art work is so inspiring! I literally asked them if they have classes for adults! My kids LOVED this camp! The sneakers they made were extensions of their creativity! It was also so cool to hear the music they made and interesting that their songs matched their personalities! They even sent us the mp4s so we can save their creations! They want to come back for another summer, we can't wait!

Our team had so much fun! Thank you to Jen and team for being accomadating and hospitable to our…read moregroup of clients who absolutely loved their sneaker workshop experience! We got so many thank you emails and we look forward to hosting more events at design hive!

I popped into These Hands Maker's Collective this afternoon after having driven by it countless…read moretimes but also because I was trying to find a needlepoint kit that I thought they might carry (turns out they don't). Not sure why unwind.studio lists them as a Stockist but alas, it was great to finally have a reason to check this place out. It is a maker's collective so there are various forms of art available for purchase. But, also, they have a variety of classes that I am definitely going to explore their schedule because I am interested in the Dubai Chocolate Bar class and candle making, among others. Definitely a neat space and you can get some inspiration by checking out the crafts available for sale.

Love this place!…read more Great for gifts-- handmade wares (jewelry, paper goods, art, etc) + craft kits with everything you need to create your own work of art. Lots of classes/workshops. I took the paper flower wreath class which was SO FUN. The instructor was great. Ample high quality supplies (we're talking Paper Source, not Michael's...) The space is lovely. Parking can be a little hairy, so give yourself time. SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESS & LOCAL ARTISTS. Spend your money here, it's worth it!

*** 40th Anniversary - Drums, Blues & Jazz Festival ***…read more Wow, I must admit that this event evoked heartwarming memories of growing up in the 'hood ... that's something that my son will not experience since we live near a beach. However, I did have a childhood in the inner city (of Detroit) so I can truly appreciate the charter of Saint Elmo Village... to be a community outreach program for urban children with artistic aspirations. They offer workshops in photo and painting for children living in the 'hood ... sweet! Needless to say, there are several lesser appealing options for idle kids so it's always nice to see community involvement. The festival this wknd was to celebrate its 40 years of operation. That's amazing when you think of it ... an artistic youth outreach program that has succeeded on its donations and volunteers. So I applaud all the organizers, participants and artists who have worked to make St Elmo possible ... commendable! *** I enjoyed the blues band that I saw today ... nice! ***

I have Been coming here since I was 3. Come here ever Saturday and on summer vacation come every…read moreWednesday and Saturday. Great place to Bring your Kids. And the best part is it's FREE !

I am not sure why there aren't more reviews here. I actually came online and searched their reviews…read moreso I could say how wonderful this class is! I've been bringing my son here for almost a year, he just turned 3. It's been really great for both of us. 2-5 is such a transitional time period full of all kinds of feelings. The teachers here really understand this age group and their needs. And the activities they do are so creative. Every day they are learning and creating, some days cooking. For Halloween they made their own costumes and presented a show for all the parents. They also learn letters and shapes and how to express feelings. And they always celebrate the kids birthdays. I have seen my son really blossom in this class. Most mornings he pops out of bed and names the teachers and some of his classmates, excited to go hang with everyone. It also has been wonderful for me to get a little time for myself. It's just the right amount of time, for me anyway. Can't recommend this place enough!

From the owner: Local art studio with Art (exploration, technique, mixed-media and language-based art) classes for…read morekids and adults alike, mommy/daddy and me classes for little ones, art and story classes, workshops, art camps as well as creative party nights!

I had an amazing experience here and would highly recommend. I took the live drawing class with…read moregraphite and the model did great! The class was calming and Ann just let us do what felt right but also guided at the same time. Materials were provided which makes it perfect. In Addition, so many great places to eat around for a fun day in k-town.

Ann is a brilliant artist and teacher who patiently guides beginners in developing their artistic…read moreskills while helping more advanced artists refine their abilities. Her studio is warm and inviting, making every class an enjoyable experience. A few years ago, I brought my daughter to one of her young artist classes, and she enjoyed it, too.

The best art teacher. Rama is very talented! I am so appreciative of the space Rama has given my…read moredaughter. A personal experience no one can duplicate. You will not find a better art teacher. Her and her son are truly loving and good people.

Rama and West LA Art Center is truly amazing. This place is life changing and transformational…read more Rama, the owner and art teacher has been a mentor, support system, and the most amazing art teacher. I have been going to her for over 10 years and the level of respect I have for her is unmatched. She not only is an amazing human being, but she is an amazing artist herself who teaches you the fundamentals of drawing, painting, and beyond. I have made masterpieces with her and she guides you through it all! She puts her students first and makes sure they succeed in every single way. It is a privilege to be one of Rama's long standing students. I have also been able to help her grow her business and she is such a pleasure to work with. Her energy, her calming presence, and love for her job makes painting so enjoyable. I am so ever grateful for Rama and her work! I only want to see Rama succeed and grow her business even more. I am so grateful for her and I hope anyone has the privilege to take at least one of her classes!

Very kind, beautiful, professional lady. In her pottery you feel different sides of our life and…read morebeauty

The studio is really cute ! Maital went over all the steps in great detail and then walked you thru…read moreit when you started . It's not as easy as i thought it would be . I Thoroughly enjoyed it. Lots of options of different things to make. And Maital's energy and vibe was beautiful definitely coming back soon

I'm a HUGE fan of Pot Gardens. We need more inclusive spaces like this in our communities. Art is…read morehealing and PG is giving us a much needed creative outlet. I was introduced to this place when a friend had their bday party here and I'm so grateful that they did. PG offers a variety of workshops. I've brought my boyfriend here twice, and we've already talked about bringing friends here when they visit from out of town. My recommendation if you do one of their 2hr workshops is to go in with a plan and design for what you want to make. You would be surprised by how quickly 2 hours goes. Use your time wisely.

Came for a 1x throwing class with my partner. The teacher was personable and very knowledgeable. We…read morefelt super comfortable and had fun- not stuffy like some of the studios in LA. My piece came out great, my partner had theirs crack during firing- guess we'll just have to do another class!

Had an amazingggg time here! I joined an online women's group for activities and get togethers and…read moreone of them organized for us to do a class here. Had taken ceramics in college for a whole semester but really could not remember a single thing...so was super excited for this. We got Joy as our teacher for a single session of no frills, basic pottery class and she was great. She was patient and pretty friendly to all of us beginners. Class was super organized. You grab your aprons, your wheel, your slab of clay and watch her demo. You go step by step because some steps will cause you to "lose it all" lol. She explained that their typical classes would allow you to see your clay through from a blob all the way to the firing process which takes several sessions of classes (gotta wait for things to dry etc). There is also a little board with all the firing colors and oxidization/reduction differences which is cool to see it nearly organized. I remember in school there were just huge vats of color hanging around for us to visualize. Afterwards we all helped clean up and labeled our pottery. Entire session was about 2-3 hours. Our bowls will likely be finished in a month after they dip them and fire them up for us. Would totally come back for more classes if they weren't so far... We also had some snacks and drinks some people had brought along but typically I don't think there would be much eating involved...hands are dirty. Theres also a parking lot so parking is handled.

I am someone who has very little artistic ability, so when I signed up for a 3 week beginner…read morepottery class at Echo, I was not expecting much. I'm so happy to have been proven wrong! The instructor, Yuli, is so patient and knowledgeable. She spends time on building fundamental skills and building confidence working with clay. The weekday beginner classes I've taken have been such a fun and productive way to wind down after a long day at work. Each class is 2 hours long, but after the first session, you can arrive an hour early to practice and throw additional pieces. Yuli walks through every step of the process and offers guidance along the way. I'm so proud of the stoneware I've made in her classes, and have signed up for my third class at Echo next month!