If I ran an art space, this is what it would look like! A little dark, a little moody, with high…read moreceilings and all sorts of art hanging every which way. This place is super cool! I visited during a recent Art Walk when they even had a great band playing, and some tasty nibbles too. The art when I was there included oil paintings and charcoal. There was also an extensive class schedule (now doesn't that sound like fun). This place is definitely staying on my must-stop list for the next Art Walk.

My ten year old comes home excited to share about everything he is doing at his art camp every day…read more I had no idea this place existed until recently and it's awesome to find a fun, new summer camp experience for our kiddo.

My daughters (6 & 8 years old) have really loved their experience at BellinghamArt and the art they…read morehave created is awesome! The did the Cat Camp during the summer and a weekly class this fall. Both were well organized, had interesting projects, and my girls learned a lot. This was apparently the first year of the new owner running the school after taking it over from her mother. We never tried the "before," but under the new ownership, it is great so far! During Covid times they have also made efforts to keep the children safe including distancing in class, mask wearing, and taking temperatures before class.

I have taken classes at the Baker Creek Ceramic Studio for 1.5 years. I have learned so much from…read morethe expertise, coaching and support from all the studio's instructors. Brecken, the studio owner, creates a fun and safe place to make mistakes, learn and grow. I am not quitting my day job quite yet to make a living as a potter :), but I am improving with each class and am having a blast. I highly recommend giving your creative side an outlet at Baker Creek.

My 13 y/o daughter and I took a beginner throwing class with Brecken. I cannot say enough good…read morethings about the class and the studio as a whole. The instructor is very knowledgeable and really takes the time to ensure the students understand what they are being taught. There are regulars taking classes to continue their skills. Everyone is welcoming and encouraging. I really found the community aspect refreshing. We will be taking another class in the future. This was a lot of fun, and a great way to express creative energy.

First time visit to this University on Sunday, 6/22/25. Arrived at 11:00 AM. There were a few…read moreBasketball Camps going on at the Wade King Rec Center. We got to tour the fitness center, gymnasium and pool area. Then took a leisurely walk around the campus to see the different buildings - Fine Arts building, the Library, Residence Halls, Science Building, and the Viking Union. All were closed since it was a Sunday, but still enjoyed walking around to see the layout and creative structures and different building locations. The natural environment with views of the Cascades and hills full of trees across the ocean was very calming and peaceful.

CAUTION: Don't come here…read more This university changed a lot, seemingly for the worse. If something goes wrong, watch out for the caring front some professors put up. I fell for it and it costed me. I truly believed that when another student told my professor that I felt suicidal, that I would be helped. Instead my tuition was wasted. I was told to enroll in courses that had no site placement. Then when I asked my professor about the shared concern from my classmate regarding how I felt suicidal, she gaslighted me. She forgot that my classmate said I felt suicidal. Mind you, my classmate shared this information without my permission. We had a three hour meeting after class that I can't believe she forgot... I thought I'd be supported but instead I was ignored for the rest of the year due to the courses that did not exist. I was then suddenly removed from my program because I was told I was not ready for my final quarter. I would have been ready if I actually had learned what the missing courses failed to provide due to not existing at all. All of my classmates noticed how I was treated, but nothing was ever done to help me, because then the school year ended and everyone graduated. The program I was in had high suicide and mental health stats, which I learned after I graduated. In hindsight, the pressures of how challenging the program is was a huge source of stress, which was basically mocked at the front door, during orientation. Do not expect this university to actually care about you as a person. You only seem to matter if you can contribute financially, but otherwise, you're completely on your own. Other things happened too. I'm not sure why there weren't better actions in place. After my sudden program removal, I was actually preyed on by a student who took advantage of me and raped me. And if that wasn't enough insult to injury, I never used my college degree for anything because my credentials were incomplete and all my financial aid ran out, even though I had a full ride, which was all wasted and never reimbursed, when I wasn't provided courses. This was all extremely painful for me to go through and i would argue that I never deserved what happened to me. I hope that this isn't the standard for how this university treats students who feel suicidal. Before my classmate shared anything about suicide, no professors could tell. So I felt exposed and then discarded. This was so brutal and unexpected at the end of college. My life has not been the same since. There are better colleges that won't make you go through what I went through. WWU is a high risk and a gamble in my honest opinion. You don't get a nice college name in the end. Anywhere else is better. I hope this helps.

I love the idea of BAAY, and the opportunity for our youth to truly engage in creative, artistic…read moreexpression, make friends and wow us all with their talent and skill. The space could certainly use some more donations and funding to help make it more open and welcoming to the performers, the staff, and those of us coming in to support our entertainers! The recent production of Xanadu truly entertained us all - laughter, giggles, sentimental moments and fun. Consider giving! Consider supporting and keep this great endeavor well-funded.

I met David Post after I signed up the girls (ages 6 & 8) into an elective choir course after…read moreschool. He told me about BAAY and the girls joined in time to each do their own show of "The Little Mermaid." After I saw what it did for their self esteem (especially bringing the younger one out of her shell) I was crying at the end of the final performance. I couldn't thank him enough for all he did for the children. David truly believes in enriching the lives of our youth with arts, dance, song, and community. At BAAY it is not about being the next famous actor, it is about being an expressive and supportive human being in the world. The girls are now always involved in some activity at BAAY.org, whether it is a summer camp, or an after school production group. If you would like to support your child's development, social skills, growth, and yes even improve their acting/dancing/singing, then this is the place to enroll. Look forward to meeting you there.

This store is tons of fun. The staff was so helpful when I wanted to know about silver clay. Gave…read moreme great ideas and tips. I will take a class there soon!

Yes Pouncing Rain close but a group took it over and turned it into a nonprofit called Bellingham…read moreMetal Arts Guild.

Unprofessional. I won't go into details because they are quite personal but for me, this was a…read moredangerous place to have my children.

Gabriel is aggressive and confrontational. New Yorker or not--her inability to work toward mutual…read moreagreement is infantile. I was given an old enrollment packet with old tuition, for the new year. The new monthly tuition for two kids for 2019/2020 increased to an additional 160+/month. I wasn't told about this change until after I paid fees and submitted 2019/2020 paperwork. What a terrible experience with a business owner in over her head. This act is fraudulent and I was never notified email or otherwise after I paid the fees. I was only notified when I asked. I wouldn't recommend Gabriel's art kids, and I will be sure to tell every parent I know about this experience

The art walk gallery tour was terrific and JP Falcon and David Tondi's live music made the evening…read moretruly wonderful.

This is a great art gallery, which features local artists working in various media. It's also an…read morearts "thrift store" with a back room full of partially used art supplies, tools, and other odds and ends which could become part of your next mixed media project. There's also a little movie theater off to one side that shows independent and art house films. The people who work here are very nice, and are doing great work to support their community. Don't miss this place if your'e doing a walk of downtown Bellingham!

Clay people: This is the place to go "locally" for classes, soda firing workshops, and even some…read moresupplies. Heather Hitt keeps a busy hub for clay artists going in Bellingham and it sure beats driving south through urban traffic to the next closest supply sources. If you need something special, I believe Heather is willing to add it to an upcoming shipment of hers, but call to be sure.

Good supply of clay, helpful staff. Some tools and a spacious studio. I highly recommend!read more

Customer service was awful. They must not treat their employees well because the vibe was off and…read moreuncomfortable

I've been getting lots of my plants from the Garden Spot for over 15 years. The staff are always…read morefriendly and knowledgeable. The plants are healthy and there is always a wonderful selection. I can find perennials I can't find other places. The employees go out of their way to make sure you find what you are looking for and are always ready to help load your car. It is so much nicer then going to one of the chain stores. Oh, and they have fun classes throughout the year. I made a Christmas Wreath last year, the Garden Spot provided all the materials. Worth a stop in!!!