Sheryl did a reading for me after I felt a strong urge to look for a medium. A close family member…read morehad a terminal illness and I knew she was days if not hours from passing. The reading came the day after I lost my family member. Sheryl was 100% accurate in regard to everything she told me and what didn't make sense has now made sense. Looking back now 4 months ago Sheryl helped me start healing and couldn't be more grateful. Until this day I continue to thank her. She is a wonderful person and was kind enough to do a phone appointment with me. Thank you for helping me Sheryl!

The ladies teaching the class maybe shouldn't be SO mean and calling out painters in the middle of…read morethe class!!! I will never be back. Do not give these ladies your business or waste your money on them. Mind you this was years ago for a friends birthday party but I don't appreciate rudeness.

Rachel was awesome! Easy to book online- such a fun evening of new friends and wonderful memories…read morewith my daughter visiting from LA! We brought pizza from our favorite restaurant in Rohndrock( 600 degrees) and wine and chocolate to share with new friends ! Rachel our instructor was wonderful! She helped us get comfortable, shared great techniques and saved some of our "oppsies" turned into creative personalized artwork ajd made art a true form of creative expression, healing, relaxation and FUN!! Thank you Rachel- we definitely will be back!!

Eye of the Dog Art Center is worth checking out. Today was San Marcos Art Tour and Eye of the Dog…read moreArt Center was part of the tour. The art center is worth checking out. Nice drive to get to the art center.

This is the second time I have been here and both times I felt like it might just be the 8th wonder…read moreof the world. Went to the "Dirt Dauber" festival here which was a celebration of local pottery. Artists were set up everywhere, there were workshops/demos/contests, live music, pets and kiddos running around, hot dogs, and free beer (you were simply encouraged to purchase a vessel in which to pour it in). Everyone was ridiculously talented - and so friendly. The local community (san marcos I guess) is so supportive, but folks came out from all over in support. One highlight was they had the pottery wheels set up to play! SO. MUCH. FUN. (especially after beer) I totally want a wheel now, but it's easy to see it takes quite a bit of practice along with significantly more artistry than I possess. (Oh, and that scene from Ghost? Totally realistic because it's seriously erotic for some reason.) I am fortunate enough to be friends with the niece of the owners of the property (Beverley and Billy Ray rock!), and am unbelievably grateful for the opportunity to get a tour of the whole place. This includes their personal home which is a magical maze full of treasures. I have never seen so much art and sculpture and pottery and trinkets and souvenirs and momentos...the list goes on. It's a feast for the eyes. Everywhere you look there is something to explore. The house is divided up by season as well; for example, there is a "summer room" downstairs that has A/C, or the "Spring room" which has a handmade wooden murphy bed platform ON THE BALCONY that pulls down to sleep on. There is a fishtank for a wall by the tub indoors, or one could use the outdoor shower they crafted. They even have their own giant bar attached to the home. Walking around there is surreal; it makes you want an entirely different life. We also got to see a couple studios in which the owners (and visiting artists) work. So friggin cool. They do all sorts of workshops and also host celebrations/festivals/exhibitions of sorts (like the one I went to, or a salsa competition (the kind you eat ;). I encourage you to find any reason you can to get out there. The whole experience felt hippy dippy trippy to the max; by that I mean it didn't reek of patchouli or pot, but rather of a better place and time gone past where everyone was encouraged to be whoeverthefuck they want to be and express that however they wish (in dress, through art, or the way they live, who they love, and so on) and all were accepted, and appreciated. Good music, drank, and people all mashed up. Love.

After driving to Lockhart honey Co and being disappointed they were closed, I was so happy to find…read morea jar at this gallery. The gallery was an unexpected surprise with really nice clay pieces. There were some hand woven pillows with interesting scenes and some western paintings. There were also these fluffy drink coozies that I should have taken a picture. If in the Lockhart area this is a great place to peruse.

Texas State University has jumped headlong into the big leagues with the addition of this…read moremulti-million dollar Performing Arts Center to nurture and showcase their talent. It includes a 400-seat auditorium, the Patti Strickel Harrison Theatre, where we saw the inaugural performance of the musical, Anything Goes, this weekend. Clearly outstanding, Broadway-worthy productions such as this deserve this professional venue. Not only is it equipped with state-of-the-art technology, it's architecturally beautiful and comfortable for patrons. Our seats were on the floor level, but the wrap-around balcony is positioned so there isn't a bad seat in the house. It's an intimate setting, which is nice for connecting with the live shows, but it also means the shows sell out. Buy your tickets in advance online rather than driving out and chancing getting one at the door. Tickets for this performance ranged $15-$18, for a total of $20 with the purchase fees. Such a deal that I'll have no problem making the drive from Austin often with family and friends. Texas State Students get in for $8. Right across the street is the Edward Gary Street Garage, built in tandem with the PAC to allow for easy parking. We paid $5 flat rate. The PAC also houses a 300-seat recital hall, rehearsal and classroom space, so there's a lot more going on in that building than the shows. No wonder their programs are becoming nationally known.

This gorgeous botanical studio is a paradise for plant enthusiasts and an insightful experience for…read moreall. If you're in the area, be sure to stop by and check out their incredible collection. Be prepared to be wowed! The studio boasts an impressive layout and is meticulously organized. My partner and I thoroughly enjoyed exploring the various plants. We were so captivated that we decided to take one home with us - a charming Hoya Hindu Rope plant. We've never seen such a unique looking plant. Staff is helpful and very knowledgeable - thank you! You do not want to miss this experience!

We've been to Wimberley several times and have never stopped in here. It was absolutely beautiful,…read moreso many varieties of plants, tools and pottery. The employees were very helpful and friendly. Such a cool spot to stop and browse while shopping in the Wimberley Square.

I cannot say enough great things about this venue and the team!! HOLY CRAP THEY ARE UNREAL! From…read moreour first tour with the owner Ken, to the very last minute of our event, they made everything perfect! We knew Enchanted Ranch was our venue the second we stepped foot on the property. But we had no idea they would exceed all of our expectations and actually go so far out to make our day unimaginable! Ken was amazing to work with (I had so many questions and he never failed to respond so quickly to every single one) .We had the in house coordination, with Penjo and her team, and while it's "technically" day-of coordination and vendor stuff, she still communicated with me every step of the way. The day-of duo of Penjo and Madison were so amazing. They kept me calm and mostly stress free. I say mostly because the stress was not from them and from my family which they can't control haha. But they were always checking on me and making sure everything was going smoothly. Literally the dream team. We had the in house decor team set up and by golly was it beautiful. I was a little worried because I didn't get to see everything until we checked in on the day of, but again, everything exceeded all expectations. We had the in house DJ, Colby. What a great human honestly. Vibes were so high all night, I don't think there was a single second that the dance floor wasn't poppin. He also was in charge of the Photo Booth that was ALSO poppin all night lol. We had an open bar as well and the bartender and team were we quick and accommodating! Also friendly AF! Drinks were flowing, people were getting dowwwnnnn! The entire Enchanted Ranch team just really made our wedding day a dream. This is getting long, so I'll stop here. But if you're looking for a beautiful venue, with a team that actually cares about you, this is 10/10 the place to do your event!! Team, if yall see this, thank you and I love every single one of you!

We had an amazing experience with Enchanted Ranch, Colby, Penjo, and Ken and all of the staff that…read morehelped set up and bartend were fantastic. We had some major issues with our photographer but Penjo handled it amazingly. Colby helped the day go smoothly aside from the delays caused by the photographer issues. And they were so accommodating when we had minor changes from the timeline as the day went on. Her and Colby were truly so amazing and helped my wedding day go so smoothly. Ken was so easy to work with and helped us get everything set up exactly how we wanted it. My mom handled the bar with some upgrades and we were able to get some additions that everyone enjoyed. Their custom cocktails were also fantastic!! Aside from some minor issues with seating availability and things out of their control the day was amazing and I'm so glad we picked them for our wedding day. Highly recommend this venue and their staff!!!

My daughter and I have been taking lessons with Virginia for a little while now. We're so lucky to…read morehave found her! She's really helped us with her vocal exercises to strengthen our voices and gain control. She's so warm and understanding and has such a great connection with her students. That was the first thing that I noticed about her when we went to observe one her "sing club" performances. She's such a great communicator. Oh, and can *she* sing! What a treat if she ever breaks out with one of her show tunes or one of her original works. She's amazing!

Virginia is a gem of a vocal coach and human being. I was initially hesitant to invest in formal…read morevoice lessons, but from the very moment I spoke with Virginia on the phone about lessons, all of my anxiety melted away. The best part about Virginia's approach is how she meets each student where they are at, and helps them reach their fullest potential as a vocalist and performer. Whether you have prior experience or it is your first time singing, Virginia molds her technique and coaching to hone your voice and uncover your inner talent. Yes, she teaches you how to sing. But more importantly, she listens and determines how to bring out the best in you. I've always loved singing, but never had any confidence in my own abilities. Virginia steadily built a confidence in me that I didn't think was possible, and helped me ease into the idea of performing in front of an audience through her Sing Clubs and band shows. She was the perfect blend of patient and challenging, pushing me out of my comfort zone to experience the beauty of singing in front of an audience. Everyone is incredibly supportive in the Sing Club, and these valuable sessions have made me proud and inspired to continue putting myself out there as a vocalist and to incorporate more music into my life. I felt a strong sense of community and love from the other students, even from our first session. If you're on the fence about taking voice lessons, I highly encourage you to work with Virginia. She'll make it well worth your while and open your heart and mind to the power that singing can have on your well-being.