I feel extremely lucky to have discovered this school, hard to believe that Charlotte has a…read moreresource this first-rate. Classes are taught by the excellent Mark Gucciardi, a former teacher at the Florence Art Academy, teaching in the Florence tradition. He has a fabulous eye and never runs out of suggestions and techniques, yet he remains kind and encouraging. At first I wondered if this training would be a good idea, as I've always enjoyed making art that does not look classical. But what I've found is that my eye is getting better and that what I am learning here is strengthening my more abstract work. I also love that the artists taking the class are focused and dedicated, another source of inspiration. Most of them work full time, so the fact that they are making time for this activity shows a degree of commitment that is energizing to be around. Pascale Ropert runs the school with passion and intelligence.

A laid back, non-judgmental environment to truly hone/develop figure drawing/painting skills. The…read morestudents have all been great and the the teacher, Mark Gucciardi, is absolutely fantastic. I consider myself really lucky to have found the Academy. It's like bi-weekly meditation.

I had my birthday celebration at The Little Studio along with 9 friends! We all thought our…read moreprojects were going to be awful, but Kay was amazing! She assisted, encouraged and joined in with us on the birthday celebration! This was our 1st time doing any type of pottery and we all loved it and will definitely be going back to do additional projects! I highly recommend The Little Studio for celebrations, team buildings or just togethers!

Came here for a Christmas ornament class and had a great time! The class was full but we were…read moreluckily on the end of a table so we could get up and move around to get texture pieces and cut outs. It was fun to have some general direction but then to really go at it however you wanted. We glazed everything before we left and now we're just waiting to see the final products!

My child, Haley, said she can sum up Holt School of Fine Art Classes in one word....Awesome!!!…read more Haley enjoyed learning in a "real" art studio. She learned about various techniques. I was amazed at how she learned shading and working with still life. We learned of the classes from the Living Social ad. We tried it and continued. Loved it. Holt is great with kids. The children really enjoy her and love the atmosphere of being in an art studio.

Holt is a great instructor. The class is low-key and relaxed, with lots of individual attention. I…read morecannot draw ... but because of this class, I am learning how to do something I thought I could never do. I highly recommend taking some classes.

This place is completely a kids art studio - we thought there were adult options, but what we got…read morewas a 5 minute tutorial on the employee's ipad we could have done at home. Paid $42 for 2 8x10 canvases worth about a dollar each and some paint and a tutorial. The ceramic pieces are not fired for you, and they cost $30 for something I can buy from Target for $5. Pretty much a rip-off in my opinion. Not a real art studio. Just a money-making birthday place.

Amazing and fun art studio in Fort Mill / Tega Cay SC. Had a blast with my daughter and my parents…read morespending a couple of hours painting ceramics and canvas. Also attended a fun birthday party here for my daughter's friend. Highly recommend.

My kids have been taking Mr. Steven Ray's art class and we all love it! They have art and music…read moreclasses in different Charlotte locations. I would only consider them for any arts instruction.

From the owner: At Arts+, we envision the transformative impact of arts education illuminating every corner of the…read moreCharlotte region. Our goal is to make outstanding arts education available to students of all ages, skill levels and socioeconomic backgrounds. From private lessons to summer camps to community outreach programs, we strive to help each student unlock their full potential through the power of arts education.

Super cool spot where you can peruse and purchase art from Local Charlotte Artists, both newbies…read moreand well known alike. The artists are set up mostly in stalls that they rent from the Art League. The pieces range from all sorts of different mediums: Resin, canvas, sculptures, photographs, etc. I've walked through several stalls and while most of the artists set up and go about their day-jobs, you'll occasionally find an artist using their stall as a studio and working on whatever project they're focused on at the time. Everyone I've talked to here has been friendly and inviting. This isn't your stereotypical "snobby" art place. These people are down to earth and eager to see you. Prices range from the super affordable to the super expensive, with a happy medium in every price range in between. One stall I saw had 24x36" resin piece on canvas that was going for $700!! Way out of my price range but I'm sure someone will see it and decide that they aren't leaving without it. If you find something you like, you can take it up front where the cashier will run your purchase on behalf of the artist. Keep in mind that mostly everything is for sale, but some pieces are works in progress or display only. Everything I've seen in here is labeled properly to avoid any confusion. It's a community cornerstone that hosts events, supports charities, and spotlights some of the most prominent artists in the QC. What's not to like?

The website listed it as open and also when I mapped it. I got to the business and the door was…read morelocked. When I tried to call, there were a couple words spoken and it cut off. Now I don't know if I can visit here because there's no way to contact and no way to know it's open.

I just want to say that I went here in 2018. I paid $190 for an art class and was treated like…read moreliteral trash. I was treated so badly that I just left and allowed them to keep my money. I even wanted to show support for the gallery by purchasing the supplies from the instructor and she refused to sell me supplies and was just awful. I don't think I've ever given my money to a human being that treated me worse. If I could stand at the door now in 2020 I would to tell people what happened. 2 years later this still leaves a nasty taste in my mouth.

I was lucky enough to happen upon this place. The owner, Joni Purk, is so talented in many medias,…read morefrom oil painting to pen and ink, watercolors, and even photography. She has many talents and shares them in classes to help others express their artistic side. I really enjoyed the variety of artists and price points. I will definitely return here again.

We had such a great experience at AR Workshop! Laurie was absolutely wonderful with my boys- She…read morehelped my 10-year-old make the coziest blanket, and guided my 7-year-old through creating a few wooden signs. It was a great way to spend the afternoon in this 100 degree weather.

Nice arts and crafts studio. Plus for selling snacks! Check out their website to see their calendar…read moreof classes.

This place is fantastic for both entertainment and shopping. Honestly, the name on this page should…read morebe updated to Divine Custom Framing & Eight Legs Gallery--and since Uptown Tea Shop is literally inside the same building, that should be mentioned too! .......My friend and I spent a perfectly fun, relaxing afternoon there yesterday making fused-glass trivet ornaments, drinking tea, and browsing all the amazing art. It's truly a hidden gem in Waxhaw, NC. .......Tip: If you want to do an activity, it's best to call and schedule ahead. They might be able to take walk-ins, but since it's a casual, artist-loft-style gallery, scheduling ensures you get the full experience. If you just want to browse the art and enjoy the tea shop, you can simply pop in during business hours. .....There's so much to do: painted pottery, clay work, paintings, fused glass--definitely check their calendar. .....Side note: Their summer camps are incredible. If you want your kids to have a truly artistic and fun experience, this is the place. Instead of coming home with random paper crafts, they create real works of art. My two kids attended three camps here, and five years later we still use the plates they painted and the mosaic trivets they made.....In a word: COOL. You have to check it out!

From the owner: "Decorate Your Frame Of Mind" Eight Legs Gallery houses…read moreseveral businesses. "Eight Legs Gallery" sells Unique Local Art. We have pastels, water color, oil paintings, alcohol Ink, pottery, fused glass, jewelry, metal art, wood products,and more. All types of art classes are available. We create class around your schedule. Call and book a class. "Divine Custom Frame" provides all the custom framing services. High quality and reasonable prices. "The Art Box" is a paint your own Ceramic studio and also teaches art classes to individuals and groups. "Uptown Tea shop" is a Specialty Tea Shop that sells 100 different types of teas and accessories. Stop in and get a taste of art and tea. Located in the heart of Waxhaw.

What a fun experience! Our family of four were all beginners and the instruction was…read morenon-intimidating and fun. 3 of us made decent bowls (mine kinda was a mess but Andy nailed me out). We'd definitely do it again.

I've been wanting to do a Pottery date, so I googled Pottery places in Charlotte and I saw that…read morePottery Andrew has great reviews so I gave it a try. We were the only group there during the time of our appointment, so it felt like we were getting a private lesson. Hehe. Andrew, the owner, was very chill and accommodating. We made some small plates and bowls during our appointment, and it was a such great experience.