I am so impressed with this organization…read more I first became acquainted with them about five years ago and have quietly watched their impact on the Central Iowa arts scene. They provide a valuable resource for an underserved portion of our population and I whole-heartedly endorse their mission. Watch for special events to showcase the work of some of their young budding artists, musicians, writers, etc. This is an opportunity to encourage creativity.

An absolutely wonder and unique organization. Their approach of using the arts as a way to teach…read moreand heal from trauma is something that needs to be more widespread.

Had the best experience! Wanted to have some fun with clear instructions on how to throw some…read morepottery on a wheel. The entire family at Kunzler and their awesome shop/studio was just above and beyond my expectations. Well worth every penny of class. 12/10 stars

A friend and I decided to take a pottery class here without any experience whatsoever. We had a…read moreblast. There are only four people in the class because the instructor stays in the middle of four pottery wheels so she can assist. She did not take the project over she just verbally instructed with one or two instances of having hands on to shape or repair the clay. I was shocked at how wonderful our projects came out. It was one of the most therapeutic things I have ever experienced . My friend and I are both in the nursing field so this was greatly needed. We want to take another class so we can get even better but we are waiting till cooler weather since we are both outdoor girls. I would highly recommend taking this class at least once.

This is such a great place to create! Families can walk in and pick a project right off the…read moreshelves and start creating. From simple projects like painting a piece of pottery (you take it home THAT DAY!), to projects that are more intricate, there is something for everyone! Owner, Stacy Schuurmann is so creative and offers many ideas for kids and adults to have fun with art!

We were so excited to come in and make our own pottery for a reasonable price. The class was fun…read moreand we were given the option of painting it then or we could come back at a later time and paint it with studio paints and make designs, so we chose that option this class was in November). We went to paint these on February 13. We did very detailed pieces with flowers and intricate designs. The studio told me that they would be done within two weeks to a month. After a month passed, I called to see if our pieces were done, they weren't. After this, I called every week as the studio never followed up with me. Our pieces were finally done on April 3rd. So, I went in on the 4th to pick them up at opening. I waited an extra 15 minutes after opening and they had no one there, I knocked on the door and no one came. They did not have it anywhere that they were closed. I finally picked up our pieces and this studio absolutely destroyed our pieces. They melted the glaze and did not heat them in the proper temperature and ruined all our work designing them. So after 6 months, our pieces are going in the garbage. There was no apology for trashing our pieces or offer to reimburse us or to come in and redo them. It was so unfortunate that the team did not care to make things right.

Where is the line between art and not art? Usually the…read moreframe. -The above is a joke, and yet, sometimes the frame really does make a piece. Frame works is wonderful! We had a couple important photos that I was really worried about getting framed. One was a big 24 x 30. I was stressing about what to do with it. Their service is fast, easy, and simple. We stopped in and they made things way easier. Walked us through all the steps and helped us in what were looking for. This location has been around for a long time. We will definitely be using Frame Works in the future for all framing needs. The communication on the time and price was upfront and honest. Got to pick up my pieces and see them before I took them home. They were perfect and love them.

Frame Works has done a number of significant framing projects for me. Tom's frames, matting, and…read moredesigns are best in class and combined with his creativity, he develops pieces that are unique and special. They can often become family heirlooms. You won't be disappointed in trusting him with your framing projects. Ed Brown: West Des Moine, Ia.

Update. 3rd time here. Another company outing. They middle…read moreof a work day and we reserved the time to make our projects. We had the whole shop to ourselves and all the help we could want. From start to finish, this is a well organized production. If you do groups, they send you links ahead of time to pick out projects. They work with you for payments ahead, so you don't have to worry about that the day of. Excellent email communication so that everyone is set up. Lots of time to shop online and figure out what you want to do. Team bonding experience that puts you to work. Like I said,don't be fooled. You are going to work for your project! You walk in and are warmly welcomed by the staff. She directs you to your table. They have all the projects that you pre-purchased laid out. Snag a drink, they are available for purchase. The individual assigned to you goes over all the details. You throw on your work apron and get going. Pick out your stain. Sand your project. (Hope you picked a smaller one) Stain your project. Decorate your project. Paint your project. You can easily spend a couple of hours working on your project. Sanding, staining, painting, detailing. You do it all. If you want to have take-home projects too. They are there through the whole process. It was a lot of fun, work and recommended.

Had such a great experience!! I am not artistic and this made me so confident in my artistic…read moreabilities!! Will definitely be back!!

This is a unique artesian homey/crafts store for and about Iowa, with local artists. As you can see…read morein my pic of their sidewalk sign, they offer a variety of classes. The classroom is in the rear of the store - all set to go. As you can see from my inside pics, there are tons of Iowa items - locally made and sourced. The store has been around for several years, but has recently moved to this location. It's a great local addition for browsing.

Between her passion and love of art, coupled with her love for teaching children, Jana offers the…read morebest art classes in the Des Moines area.

From the owner: The Art Spot on 25th art studio in West Des Moines offers After School Art Classes, Art Workshops,…read moreand Spring and Summer Art Camps for Preschool through 8th Grade. We also offer art classes for adults. Painting, Drawing, Mixed Media, Ceramics, and Fibers taught by experienced art teachers who are also practicing artists. Serving Waukee and Urbandale as well as Clive and the surrounding Des Moines suburbs. Find us at artspot25.com and on Facebook/Instagram.

All you have to do is look at my stash of paper and ephemera to know I would buy everything in this…read moreshop, if money were no object. The first time I walked in someone from the staff asked if they could help me and my response was, "I can tell I am in trouble." If you are a paper crafter of any level, this is the place to visit. They carry exquisite papers, embellishments, die cuts, inks, etc. I have also taken a class and found it to be very fun and I learned a lot of new techniques. Every time I am in Ankeny, I stop in and tend to drop more cash than I should...but then I go home and admire my purchases for hours on end.