This is a great addition to the Kensington community near the neighboring Antique Village…read more It occupies the entire building next to the post office, and has a large parking lot in the rear (with a few spots reserved for the dental practice). It's a unique art school combined with artists' workshops on three levels. They offer an array of classes for artists and for novice looking for a fun hobby. The classes posted that I saw were for drawing,painting, and live model drawing. Some studio rooms were quite small, while other room were larger for classes/workshops. I came for the grand opening celebration. The founder's young son was greeting people at the door and giving a well rehearsed explanation of all they had to offer. I was impressed. It was quite fun going in all the rooms and meeting some of the artists. I hope to visit again soon... maybe partake in a class one day.

The teachers and facilities are second to none! I can't say enough good things about Compass…read more Large classrooms plenty of lighting the people and place is so inviting.

I signed up for the MAP program. I paid $4,500 which was supposed to be attributed to the last…read morepayment for the program. I got very sick a month or more after I signed up. I got a very rare disease called Sarcoidosis which is very debilitating. I felt I could no longer do the program due to its demanding schedule. I wanted my $4,500 back. Kessler said "he wasn't in the habit of taking money from people and not providing a service" in one conversation. However, he refused to give any of it back. The program was not full and he probably was hurting for money. Just be careful this guy. Make sure you've done your due diligence. He offered to hold the money and I could sign up in 3 years. No thank you. I'm out $4,500 and he's sitting pretty.

So glad I found this little gem! I've been taking watercolor classes at Compass for the past…read moreseveral months and have truly enjoyed my time here. The studios are full of natural light and the entire place is warm and inviting. I've learned so much and truly look forward to my art classes each week in the quaint historic district of Kensington.

Anastasia is a wonderful teacher and an incredibly talented and unique artist! Our kids absolutely…read morelove her classes, and it's always such a joy to see all the creative new art projects they make together. Highly recommend her art studio!

If you are searching an art teacher that is very attentive and flexible to each student…read morevishes/point of views/skills individually while still making you learn and aquire good skills in a right way, she is the best one! I was trying a few teachers before finding her, and i am so lucky to have her as my teacher! She is very knowladgable and have so many to teach! She is super nice and funny, and pleasant to be around. I am having a sharable semi privet painting weekly lessons of two adult students with her, and also a privet drawing lessons. But, next I want my 4 year old to start taking classes with her too :)

I had my first outing alone with my toddler, attempting to do some pottery painting. I was super…read morenervous not having my husband or anyone with me. We had such a fun time and everyone was so nice and gracious of my busy toddler. The woman working was so beyond amazing. She saw I had my hands full and offered to help us with the stencils and hand painting! She was so amazing with my little guy and so patient with us- I know we were chaotic and crazy. She was just so wonderful and kind to us even helping us while handling & answering the front desk phone. Things like this really mean a lot to us. Definately recommend & will be going back!

My husband and I had a wonderful experience here on Valentine's Day! We signed up for the nighttime…read morecandlelight pottery experience and were blown away with how special they made the evening. Our pottery was ready to pickup 14 days later and pickup took less than a minute (they also send you a picture of your completed pottery when they say it's ready for pick up!). Parking is super easy and cheap (lot nearby using the Park Mobile app) and they had lots of pottery options to choose from to paint. Definitely will be going back!

Shalom EC is a unique place - the combination of Jewish Russian and US culture in a kind…read moreeducational environment. We love this center! Teachers are kind and patient. We love friendly atmosphere. My 3 kids are with Shalom EC for 2 years.

From the owner: We have several programs: Shalom classes, Teen Leadership program, B'nai Mitzvah preparation course…read moreand family programs. Shalom EC is a place for families with Russian-speaking Jewish background to become a community! Our students learn Hebrew and Russian and tackle problems in math and logic; they learn about Jewish customs and traditions and sample Jewish food; they hear classical music and sing Jewish songs; they draw and paint and learn art history. We have several programs. Our program for kids 4-12+ is in Russian. We aim to find an individual approach to every student. This includes using English to help those children who are less than fluent in Russian. Our B'nai Mitzvah preparation course is in English.

Great family business. I've seen it driving past my husband's work but didn't realize they offer…read moreclasses until I googled. So glad my friend and I came to take a short project class. We really enjoyed ourselves and will be back. Great instruction, designs offered, and value. They also have small gifts up front if you don't have time for a class, but want something hand made locally.

Fiscus Glassworks is a gem in Alexandria. I have now taken all of their classes from beginner to…read morestructure/dimension and design and build. I even entered my pieces I created in these classes at the Arlington County Fair and won the Reserve Grand Champion for my division! I now frequent their studio during open hours with their studio time passes. Brad and Maré are kind, welcoming and extremely knowledgeable! They can help you create patterns and make your stained glass visions come true. Definitely check Fiscus out!

Debbie was fabulous start to finish. I was looking for someone to host a very small group of…read moreladies for a birthday paint class. She helped me with every aspect from contacting and arranging a location (Serendipity Market and More) to ensuring that we got to paint a very challenging piece of artwork within a limited amount of time. Everyone was extremely delighted with their lesson and with their final product. Thank you Hue Art Works!

From the owner: Sip and Paint - Customized art parties! We paint on canvas, glass, wood pallet boards, and more!…read morePlan your next party: anniversary, birthday, holiday event, client appreciation, team-building, etc. I come to you with all supplies and instruction at a location of your choice.

Super professional service, quick turnaround, great finished product, and went the extra mile, too!…read more Robinson Forged Metals quickly assessed what I needed (a custom steel drain grate), designed it, and fabricated it beautifully in short order. They went the extra mile by putting a nice finish on the product. Jesse was especially careful to build it just right and it is handsome and functional. Very good craftsmanship! Highly recommended.

One of my muffler hangers on the car body had fallen off so there was no way to keep the muffler…read moresafely hanging. Jesse shaped a piece of steel rod into a hanger perfectly matching the location of the old one. Then he welded on a metal plate and now my muffler is nicely centered again without hitting anything when on the road. Otherwise no car shop was willing to help but only Jesse!