I've been taking my daughter here for art classes for a while now. I signed her up through…read moreBrentwood recreation center. I love how each session has different art projects so she's never bored doing the same thing. She really enjoys taking art classes here. Laura, the owner and instructor is very kid friendly. She's very knowledgeable and does a great job explaining directions to the children. You can tell she has a passion for art. She also offers variety of classes including wood signs, ceramics, canvas, and you can even throw birthday parties too! There's also a corner of the store where you can purchase items from other artists/students. There are premade signs all around the walls which is available to purchase as well. I really like the carpet because it has paint all over it, very artistic!

I miss the potter's wheel or even color me mine! This place is not good if you are trying to create…read morea piece of art you want to gift or keep a lifetime. The mugs and dishes are unusable. They are up front about them not being able to eat off of or drink out of. They do not glaze anything. It's like an acrylic paint that smell up everything, even when dry. I was very disappointed in this place after going to color me mine and the potters wheel! Maybe if you go, try doing one of the wood pieces?

Nancy is FANTASTIC! I met her when she was the instructor for many paint nights in Galt. I loved…read moreher so much that I followed her to a few more in Lodi. Everything is set up for the participants, plenty of space to work, and an all-around FUN time. She is full of energy and life! She explains each step and let's everyone know creativity and fun are the goals for the evening. Her pacing is excellent. She walks around with a head microphone to address the entire group and meet everyone's individual needs. She does all this while smiling and creating the most relaxed environment. Nothing is rushed and her positivity is inspiring. Again, I loved her so much that I purchased one of her original art works that I proudly display in my home today.

Had so much fun with Nancy at one of her recent Paint nights at Mettler. It was very relaxed and…read moreshe was so helpful! She made sure the environment was focused on fun and made everyone feel welcome. We had an amazing time and will definitely be back!

"There is no beginning, there is no end. The end is another beginning"…read moreQuote by; Shi Qiu. Artist. The above quote came to mind when I recently visited "Elk Grove Space 4 Art" at the new location 2350 Maritime Drive, Elk Grove, CA. 95758. Phone 916-209-0283. The interior setup reminded me off that philosophy. Starting at one side of the studio, going around the building, again meeting up at the beginning, starting all over, forming a "Circle of Art" never to end. Dedicated rooms, for the many facets of Art. Drawing, Painting, Ceramics, and many more activities. Starting at 5yrs old, also and a great place for adults interested in expanding their interest in Art and or improving their skills. I found the visit, the personal tour from Jezebel, a most pleasant, and impressive experience. Not only looking at the facility but recognizing the very skillfully layout and thinking behind the curriculum speaks off an ounce again successful Art Center.

We recently tried Space 4 Art because we thought it might be a great creative outlet for my…read moredaughter, especially since she really enjoys art. Going in, I think we were expecting something a little more free flowing and open creatively, more of an environment where there wasn't really a right or wrong way to create and kids could fully lean into their own ideas and style. What we found was that the class felt a bit more structured than we were personally looking for. That's not necessarily a bad thing at all, and I could definitely see how that style would work really well for kids who prefer more guidance and direction. It just ended up not being the best fit for my daughter's personality and the kind of creative environment we were hoping for. Everyone was nice, and the space itself was welcoming, it just ultimately wasn't quite the art experience we had envisioned for her. Helpful tip: If your child enjoys more structured instruction and guided projects, this may be a really good fit. If they prefer a more open-ended creative style, it's probably worth asking questions about the class format beforehand. Unfortunately it just didn't end up being the right fit for us personally.

Betty is an amazing artist and an even BETTER teacher! She…read moreexplains how to do each step with patience and calm. I felt like a pro after just one class!!

My girlfriends surprised me for my 60th birthday by having Betty patiently instruct our group on…read morehow to paint a beautiful mermaid scene. I'm a ocean lover so the theme was perfect and every time I look at the painting I think of the memories made and laughter! A gift I will cherish always!

Fun place to hang out and spend quality time together with all age friends or relatives!read more

Instructions and the instructors help and patience was a pleasant joyful experience you have very…read moreamiable personal with very good tips

My girls go here and teachers are extremely nice and friendly. Such a hidden gem in Tracy!read more

My daughter is thirteen and has been attending OAM Studios for the better part of eight years,…read moresince she was five. Before her very first trial class, I was afraid she would have trouble focusing and following directions. (Let's just say that in dance class she had mostly made faces at herself in the mirror or freestyled it unless I expended 200% of my energy making her practice her routines at home.) She went into her first art class wanting to draw a peacock chasing a cat, with no idea how. After an hour, her teacher had modeled a drawing for her, and she had paid attention beautifully, following his directions carefully. The teachers who work there have, from what I understand, been trained to teach art by building skills in sequential stages, helping students accomplish one skill and one project before moving on to the next. I believe this works well for all types of kids, not only for self-guided, serious kids, but especially for the playful ones, who need direction for their ideas. The staff knows how to be serious, but they are also wonderful at relating to some of my daughter's interests and talking to her in ways that I can't. She takes both pottery and the regular two-hour art lessons. Miss Molly and Miss Anissa are her teachers now, and she truly values their instruction and her time with them. OAM Studios continues to teach my daughter the importance of patience, perseverance, and attention to detail, values not only important to artistic growth but also in life. It takes a village to raise a kid, and OAM Studios has been a valuable part of our village.

Regina has a special way with her students. Emphasizing training the artist eyes, drawing skills,…read morepainting in all mediums throughout the year.

Miss Regina is an excellent experience teacher super sweet just a complete professional…read more The studio is a great after school and during school breaks, arts and crafts fun educational activities for kids to do, prices are so reasonable and we are so lucky to have this art place in Stockton and so close to Lodi. My son who is 5 years old is not only learning art skills but also patience and cooperation. The studio is clean and neat and she follows all Covid-19 protocol. My son just enjoys being in the class so much he just loves it!

I am very pleasantly surprised that my children have improved a lot after a few lessons with the…read moreteacher

From the owner: Art Classes for Kids Small group for better learning…read more Project based approach. Kids learn stuffs according to their skill level.

I loved this place! It was the first time taking my grandson of 9 to a paint day. He's an artist…read moreand loves to paint. I thought it would be a great place for him to paint his first painting. The instructor was great! She helped him one on one to get his painting started. It was a great experience for my grandson. He loved the experience

I have been to several events at Starry Nite Studios and it's always a good time. It's a great…read moreplace for a date night or a fun family outing. Staff is super friendly. Highly recommend.

There are many interesting sites along the River Roads winds along the Sacramento River. None of…read morethem had fascinated me more than the building this gallery is housed in. For years I've stopped to photo this yellow tiled building and its red doors. I was concerned when I notice that the doors had been painted and the windows in the doors were no long covered with faded Chinese newspapers. I always thought that the building was a long abandoned restaurant. I was wrong. The gallery is housed in a building that has been has been described alternately as a joss house, a Chinese Free Masonry Hall, and a benevolent tong association building. The building looks small but it is roomy inside. There is a large kitchen and the bottom floor opens on Main Street and the there is a balcony that also looks out of the street. The gallery had a different artist featured on each floor. If you are not in the market for a painting or iron work, there was also cards and jewelry. Or maybe just enjoy the building. A trip to Walnut Grove makes a nice day trip. There are other galleries in the small towns that line the River Road and a few iconic restaurants to enjoy a meal.

The Tong is a dope ass building in walnut grove. I am sure the inside is also dope. Do I know for…read moresure? Yes yes I do. It is a dope place all around. Make your pilgrimage here and experience the dope.