If Matt Trammel paints your portrait and you find yourself staring into those lifelike eyes, don't…read morebe surprised if you hear Shang Tsung from Mortal Kombat whisper, "Your soul is mine!" That's how real his art feels--like it reaches out and grabs something deep within you. His paintings are so stunningly realistic, it's hard to tell where the photo ends and the brushwork begins. Matt's talent is undeniable, and his work is nothing short of extraordinary.

We got to witness Matt, at a recent wedding, paint the ceremony site. It looked just like it! I was…read moreamazed. He is a true talent and very kind. . His work is stunning. I hope to one day use his services. What an awesome keepsake to have forever.

We had Jon draw our guest for our wedding in November. All of our guests were so happy with their…read moredrawings! I had so many people tell me how fun not only the caricature drawings were but how fun Jon was as well! It was one of the best parts of the wedding and we are so thankful for these memories.

Jon was an absolute pleasure to have at my wedding! I could not be happier with his work, and I…read morewould DEFINITELY recommend him to anyone looking for a caricature artist. He is well worth the price he charges (which is very reasonable!), his work quality is impeccable and he was so friendly and easy to work with. We weren't sure how popular a caricature artist would be at our wedding since most of the guests were older. Jon was a TOTAL HIT! Literally every single guest had their caricature drawn, and at the end of the night everyone was RAVING about how amazing and fun he was! He made the guests feel very comfortable and actually asked guests if they wanted a specific theme or style to their drawings which was really nice. All the caricatures were also fairly flattering and true to form. Nothing was overly mean or exaggerated like some artists draw which is perfect for an event like a wedding. During the event, Jon connected up a webcam and streamed his work to a TV (which is all part of his typical set-up) so that people waiting or nearby can watch as he draws. This was a really nice touch as it provided some entertainment for everyone and also is a great way to get people interested in having their caricatures drawn! Jon himself is an absolute pleasure. He is so friendly and sociable. He got along well with all of the guests and he was so fun to work with in person. All in all, everyone loved Jon. He was practically the only thing our guests talked about it because they were so excited by it. Logistically, Jon is easy to work with, and I was able to set up everything through email. He offers several different packages to meet different needs and price points which is very nice. He also allows you to pick a border or logo to have printed onto the paper if you want. On the day of, he brings absolutely everything he needs. All you need to do is supply him an area and some power. He even has his own tent if it's an outside event and raining. He offers several suggestions / means to deal with line control as well. Since we had a smaller group, we opted to have people just line up or jump in when there was an opening. He can also do a ticket system or a signup sheet with times if that may work better for you. Jon was also really flexible. We weren't sure what time to have him come as it depended on the weather, and he was perfectly ok with a last minute decision. I would wholeheartedly recommend Jon to anyone looking for some entertainment for their event! He is an AMAZING caricature artist and is really wonderful to work with.

No I am not just writing this because Barry is a great personal friend and arguably the most…read moretalented soul to arise from our mutually-endured art classes many, many years ago. But Barry has developed a clientele of some very talented individuals themselves who have profited immensely from his advice. Heck even I learned something new from Barry after visiting his studio myself, and that's saying something, since he has always been so much better than me, (as a painter) -and I'm a hard case, anyway. The studio is pleasant and everyone who's come to learn gets a space of their own to work in, and it's right thar on the main drag o' the ol' Mother Lode front. He'll even play cool music whilst you work that will soothe your ears as well as inspire and spark your inner gift. Make room for it in your life, it will reward you.

Barry is a really fun pastel teacher he is patient & unassuming. Not only does he let you have your…read moreown style but he is funny and plays cool music and tells funny stories while you are painting.

I received a gift card for my birthday for this fun store! If you like boutique quirky not your…read morerun of the mill shopping this is your next stop! I don't like small shops bc I feel pressured but not here! The beautiful sweet young lady that helped me made me feel at home and I spent about 45 minutes browsing and enjoying the shopping experience . She made all the difference!! I started to thank her for making me feel so welcome and I am a bit shy so I wanted to leave a review bc meant a great deal! This was my fun shopping haul! Go support your local business!

While in Historic Folsom I was looking for a particular restaurant. Well I was out of luck on the…read morerestaurant, it no longer exists. But what I did find in the process was the Not Too Shabby shop. Right when I stepped into the shop, I knew right away I might be in trouble. Not only was I greeted and welcomed, I eyed lots of gift-able items that I wanted. They sold new home decor items, seasonal decorations, and a pretty intense chalk paint selection. Everything was vibing a chic farm house style. They even have a cute class space for DIY workshops. Check out the website for upcoming events. They have a November DIY chalk paint workshop.