My 11 year old son and I have taken many art classes from Dena. She does an amazing job helping…read moreeveryone to feel welcome in the class. She encourages you to personalize each painting with your own style. Each painting looks very much like hers, but with your personal touches. We always walk away feeling like we created a masterpiece. She is always very patient and encouraging to my son. This was his first experience with painting. She helped him to build his confidence in both his painting and in himself outside of painting. We really enjoy painting with Dena. We will continue to participate in her classes. We have created an amazing art space full of great memories at home.

Dena is such an incredible artist and an amazing instructor to those of us who have never painted…read more(and those that have)! My friend and I attended one of her classes at Firesteed Cellars in Rickreall. It was so fun and the camaraderie she creates with the students makes you feel right at home! We had a blast and now I can't wait for her private party she will be doing for me soon!

Such a beautiful store full of display after display of wonderful crafty items! The owner and her…read morestaff were fabulous and very attentive- The class area is spacious and well equipped with all the things. I cannot wait to come back for another visit.

These folks are so helpful. They will help you choose the supplies you need to create your vision…read more They also have some fun classes to help you build your skills.

Corvallis Central Park is a great place located just a few blocks west of downtown Corvallis…read more Hidden on the edge of the park in what looks like a protestant church is the for sale gallery of the Corvallis Arts Council. If you love art, especially locally produced art then you have to check this place out. The statues outside in the park are great, but the real treasures are on the inside. Definitely worth a visit!

Oregon is a place for the arts- from Bruce Starker Arts Park to Eugene's Hult Center, and…read morePortland's Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall. The Corvallis Arts Center is in a converted church right off Central Park. Its landmark is a ballerina statue out front. It has a pleasant setting. They highlight local artists, with a diverse gift shop. There are plenty of treasures. The Corvallis Arts Council showcases the arts of Linn-Benton County. Beautiful little spot. A gem hiding in plain sight- truly outrageous!

I have discovered that I really miss taking classes in different art techniques and media. It's…read moretrue -- I paint all the time. And it's also true that I'm not much good at clubs and associations and societies and other joining kinds of groups. But -- that's where a lot of seminars, classes, workshops and other learning opportunities can be found. So I bite the shyness-bullet and hold on tight to my paint brush and jump in. There are so many artists (both amateur and professional) of all kinds on this stretch of Central Oregon Coast -- it's a great place for potters, wood carvers, metal workers and glass people because of the endlessly moderate temperature. It's a great place for painters and sketching because of --well -- the SCENERY, the light, the ocean, the air quality -- you name it. You can't swing a pencil without hitting something worth drawing. The ASA offers classes -- both for adults and school age artists; as well as classes for all levels of experience. Class topics vary depending on what instructors are available -- sometimes focusing on a specific technique; sometimes exploring a new tool or even a specific subject. They offer open studio space at least once a week if you just want to come up and make your art in good company. They offer wall space so you can share your art -- and enjoy what everybody else is making. They even come together once a month for a meal and some conversation. The space is adjacent to the Artists Co-Op Gallery on the Pacific Coast Hwy -- which features the work of many of the ASA members. (It's a great little gallery -- well worth a stop-in if you're in town.) And the classes (at least the ones I've been to) have been enjoyable and a chance to try new things. -- and a chance to meet new people Membership in ASA gets you a reduced tuition -- which pays for itself with just a few afternoons of class time.

Treasure trove of local art displayed in the back room of gallery. The artist studio is busy with…read moreclasses and open studio time. Stop by to discover all the local artists and their unique perspectives of Lincoln City

Ive taken classes at Sitka Center for many years..its a bit of summer I look forward to…read more The atmosphere is fun and peaceful, the instructors are all talented artists who teach well and there is an increasingly broad number of different classes. If yo like are of any sort, from watercolor to clay to fiber and journaling Sitka will have a class that fits your needs. Small classes guarantee the opportunity to learn everyone and have the instructors attention. I always try to walk by the estuary after class to stretch and appreciate the wildlife and sunset over the water. Perfect.

This is a truly peaceful and sacred place. The staff were all so kind and so helpful. I took a…read morejewelry making class here last week and it was absolutely wonderful, the instructor Debra Carus was excellent! I look forward to taking more classes in the future.

They have the best teachers and classes! Such a wonderful place and I love the new studio!read more

Wonderful, positive atmosphere with great classes and helpful staff. Instructors are very…read moreknowledgeable and encouraging. Highly recommend.

I've done a painting class and attended craft club. Both experiences were great! I had fun and got…read moreto create something that I loved.

Took a painting class at Vortex Pub and Eatery. Loved it! Great 2 hour+ social activity with the…read moreGal-Pals. The instructor was a hoot and she made it pretty much idiot proof... there were 30 non-artists and not one bad painting in the end - some versions were AMAZING! Highly reccommend! Note: arrive early and sit toward the middle so you can hear the instructor.

Fabulous spot to create in central Lincoln City. This class was painting on denim. Other classes…read moreare scheduled on their Facebook page.

I was looking for some art projects to do with my niece and nephew and found the perfect kits here!…read moreThe owner was so helpful too. Plus, the art kits were a huge hit with the kids and we all enjoyed NO screens and connecting with eachother and enjoying a little creativity in our hearts! I'll keep going back for more!

Is it still okay to say enchanting because that's the hit you get when you enter here. Between the…read morewonderful paintings, to the quaintness and quietness of the studio it's there. The fresh flowers that she sells are so pretty and very reasonably priced Her tea cups and saucers are fantasy based and the paintings she creates are full of whimsy, lightness and blissness. Aria the owner is easy going and you can tell she's happy in the space she's created. She also has art classes here. We came here for a tea party and we got that and more. There were many unusual and delicious tea choices. From lavender grey tea to pink lemonade tea to amber bliss etc. There were tiers of goodies from little quiches to these amazing fruit cheesecake layers of awesomeness to a french bread/brie/berry jelly topped off with rosemary etc. She has some wonderful options of different flavored sugars such as ginger and lemon as an example. You may buy these wonderful delights and then include them in your tea or you can just lavish in sugar cubes. We actually ordered this amazing rose hips iced tea with frozen fruit and mint ice cubes. As part of the special tea party you also receive a lovely bouquet of flowers to take home. This, and Ms. Alice the amazing white fluffy bunny that would visit you from time to time. Romantic and delightful. It's all part of the beautiful ocean surrounding this lovely town and fits in so perfectly.

There's nothing quite like this beautiful little shop! Walking into this place is one of the most…read moremagical experiences you could encounter on the coast. Everything is so tastefully presented and decently priced you'll just never want to leave. I came in to buy a bouquet and left with a bunch of other things too! I ended up doing a tea tasting which was so much fun, I highly recommend the "house blend" made with wild huckleberry. The book selection deeply impressed me, lots of cool titles I hadn't seen before anywhere else. It was amazing to get to talk with the artist and see such a wide range of artwork, SPOILER ALERT they're all gorgeous! On top of everything else, the owner teaches art classes, hosts tea parties, AND you can even book the tearoom for a baby or bridal shower. There's no end to the number of awesome things to fall in love: Alice the rabbit, artisan pastries, and the positive energy in the store (just to name a few.) Simply, you'll be blown away totally worth 5 stars and much more.

What a great experience. The owner and expert on all the sharp things did a wonderful job on my…read moreknives and the turn around was fast! Her word of the day is always safety (necessary and appropriate!). I had brought my knives into her shop wrapped in paper and she instructed me to bring a couple towels for pickup. I'm in the market for new kitchen sheers and garden clippers and She also gave me advice on what to look for and a few brands that she prefers organized by price range! I really appreciated that because I'm trying to buy better quality that will last me forever. Highly recommend this business. I'll definitely be back. Side note, there is a dry cleaner and a shoe repair shop just up Sandy from here so it's convenient too.

The service was friendly, incredibly fast (less than 3 hours after dropping off) and the lawn mower…read moreblades I had sharpened were indeed SHARP. The lawn is looking great now. I whole-heartedly recommend supporting this small business.