The best place I've found in the camas area. The staff is so kind and friendly. I love that they…read morehave TWO bathrooms, FREE coffee (with syrups too!) and additional children are only $10 extra. So many places here have no compassion for multi-kid families. The snacks are reasonably priced though you are ALLOWED to bring in outside snacks (as long as it isn't peanuts). My kids had a blast and there are so many additional classes and activities.

Little Otters is the perfect place for parents and kiddos to come and play! My 13 month old son…read moreLOVED exploring all the play areas, and had positive interactions with the other kids too! A great place to meet up with mom friends for a stress-free play date :)

Our daughter has been going to Norris Arts every week for 6 years, and we finally understand the…read moremagnetic pull to Ted & Anna's studio! My husband and I enjoyed a date night lesson last night and IT WAS SO FUN!!! Can't wait to return in 2 weeks for a glazing lesson and to be in community with creatives. It made all the heavy stuff fall away for a couple hours! Ted was an amazing teacher and so patient and encouraging. We're hooked!!

If you are looking for a fun and relaxing way to unleash your creativity, I highly recommend Norris…read moreArts. I took a class (well technically two in a valentine's day special class which was an amazing value) there over the last 2 weeks and I was amazed by how much I learned and enjoyed. Ted is not only a talented artist, but also a patient and inspiring teacher. He showed me how to turn a lump of clay into a beautiful bowl, step by step, with clear instructions and helpful tips. He also encouraged me to experiment with different shapes, textures, and colors, and to express my own style and vision. He made me feel confident and proud of my work, even though I had no prior experience with pottery. The studio itself is a cozy and inviting space. There are plenty of tools and materials to choose from, and everything is clean and organized. The atmosphere is friendly and supportive, and you can chat with other students or work quietly at your own pace. Ted is always there to answer your questions, offer feedback, or just share his passion for art. He creates a stress-free environment where you can relax and have fun. I had a wonderful time at Norris Arts, and I can't wait to go back for another session. I learned a lot and brought home multiple unique pieces of art that I love. It is a hidden gem in the Camas and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to try something new and creative.

Love the art classes! Helpful, instructional, kind, open and fun. The only downside is if I do my…read moresign up early enough, space is full! Great teacher. Kids love it too! Great for beginners, or the seasoned artist/crafter.

Fabulous evening at three and me. Claire makes it fun, easy, and I feel like I am truly creative.read more

It was so cool to see the glass blower working and all the beautiful examples of art they had done…read more If you are ate Edgefield, don't miss this fun experience!

I bought a blown glass picture from Peter about 10 years ago, it was for my mother's Christmas…read morepresent She passed last Decembe. I am at her house now and holding the piece of dark blue glass with gol swirls It is a beautiful piece and I am so glad that she got to see and display it The Gorge shop is one of the best places in the Portland area I want to Thank the shop and Peter Neff for the beautiful work and for being there that December! Jon Reynolds

First I was thrilled, then I was disappointed. I'd visited this gallery for several years as part…read moreof my trips to the the Columbia Gorge and was saddened to see that it closed back in 2011. The thrilled part came in when I was strolling through the Historic Troutdale District and started practically tripping over his life size wildlife statues. But, it wasn't random. Turns out the gallery relocated just a few blocks from the original location, so you can still see his fine work. The disappointment part is that the current gallery space, which the staff calls transitional, just doesn't showcase his grand work to the same degree. The gallery is probably 1/8th of the former size and can't accommodate some of the larger pieces. Half of the space is the artist's studio where he both creates his statues and offers classes to the public. The gallery contains just a small portion of his work and also houses exhibits by other artists in various mediums (sculpture, photography). Caswell's current subject matter, based on a series of special commissions, is also overtly religious. Not everyone's cup of tea or chalise of wine. While I will still visit the gallery when I'm in Troutdale, it won't be as frequent and no longer merits a special trip. The Columbia Gorge itself is the real wow factor.

I had no idea this place was so close in Troutdale, until my fiancee found it on Yelp while we were…read morestaying at Edgefield for the weekend. Great place to taste some wine and check out some amazing art. Everyone is extremely friendly and welcoming. The art ranges from Rip's spectacular bronze sculptures to Ali's beautiful one-of-a-kind jewelry to various photographs, paintings, bells and glasswork. It's all bigger and better than anything I've seen in a long time. I understand this place has a First Friday artwalk, plus other art/wine/food events, so we'll be back here soon for sure.