Took a painting class with Paul and had a great experience! Paul was super informative and kind…read morethroughout the entire class - everyone in the space was also so nice!

Took my 11 yr old there for a couple of classes and Paul is so helpful! Really inspired her to try…read moresome new stuff with her art. We signed up for the summer class next week. Can't wait!

Well as of last year the Mistlin Gallery closed permanently. It was taken over by the City of…read moreModesto and a good community of artists of all ages were left disbanded. We had a wonderful gallery with events and shows and volunteers committed to the arts. Sad to see it go........

A local treasure that many cities the size of Modesto don't have: a good-sized gallery devoted to…read moredisplaying local art, with a gift shop that sells pieces by local artists, including very affordable prints and cards. Some of the same local artists whose art you can buy also give classes in the learning space. Exhibits rotate often, and there are always announcements for the next one. Now here's the thing with a place that displays a lot of local art: the aesthetics will vary. There are artists I think are top-notch (and I buy the print versions I can afford because my current budget doesn't stretch to originals to go over the sofa). There are artists I think are.. having a great time with self-expression (so I don't buy). Regardless, it is delightful that these are my neighbors (more or less), and many are depicting the local landscape in a part of California that tends to get neglected. Where else can I buy prints of actual Modesto-area places, rather than the "more important" beauty spots elsewhere in the state? I adore this gallery and go as often as I can. Occasionally they will feed you cheese bits or whatever, in a festive way.

this is mom and I didn't go, but my daughter was escorted by my husband. Having disclose that, I…read morehave not stopped hearing about how wonderful the place was and how much my daughter wants to return. We are in a transition with her school, but after that settles down, I expect we will call to find out their availability. Our daughter loved that she could learn just so she could horseback ride she could paint these are all things that she enjoys; so, the variety and care is amazing.

This is a FANTASTIC camp for kids! My daughter has attended for several years and she looks forward…read moreto going back each year. She enjoys riding the horses and learning about how to care for them. She enjoys taking care of the barn animals and making new friends. She loves the swim and art time. I highly recommend this establishment! Cheryl is wonderful and the property is beautiful.

Barbara and Pat do a great job. They have classes they cater to children with disabilities with…read moreautism, please and many other classes teaching Girl Scouts all kind of stuff. I think it's a great place to create and hang out with like-minded people.

I hosted my friends bridal shower here and it turned out so good! Barbara was the best, the space…read moreis such a vibe with all the local art, and it's just a friendly atmosphere. We all got to do a painting and that was a lot of fun. If you're looking to host an event with an activity, this would be a really good option.

I took the sealant class They explained everything on…read moredetails They answer all my questions I definitely would recommend it!!

If I could find my original post and change it, I would. The instructor's were very nice so this is…read moreno fault of there's. I took this course a few years back and even recommended friends shortly after I started. I feel horrible for that now. I applied and had interviews at many locations in the Modesto area as well as surrounding areas, all of the businesses said they do not hire from this school. I was very confused because we were told that it was a reputable school and paid a lot of money to attend. I feel scammed because I have yet to find a job in the field and have ended up taking another career option because by now I wouldn't even remember the things that we learned in this course. I graduate 6/29/2019. It's sad because they claim to be able to help you with job placement and help after but that never happened. Please don't take this course. Marissa Cupples I see that they are commenting on other bad reviews stating that they are fake. To prove I'm not fake and took the course and passed I'm attaching a video of the day I graduated with my certificate.

I have hired Andrea for various events and my daughter has attended events/parties where Andrea was…read moreface painting. Her artistry and skills compare to no others I've seen. Both Buster and Andrea were part of the Holiday Bazaar I organized in December 2013 at my daughter's elementary school. All the children in attendance were thrilled to get a special balloon created by Buster and then step to their right and have their faces transformed by Andrea. Buster and Andrea are a great team, detail oriented, super attitudes and the patience of saints. They love kids and kids love them. The duo always have smiles planted on their faces and positive energy. Their talents are beyond your imagination and add that "something special" to any party/event. Creative Faces and Balloons also give back to the community in various ways which only makes them that much more awesome. Can't wait to have them at my next event!

We had the pleasure of working with Andrea for my daughter's 11th birthday party! It was PERFECT!…read moreWe had 7 very chatty and animated preteens and Andrea had no problem keeping everyone's attention, fostering creativity and just being FUN! She played music and even did some cool body art afterwards! I can't be more pleased with how everything turned out! 2 very enthusiastic thumbs up!

What a beautiful, state of the art Middle School! Great area of town & great teachers! It's located…read morein Village One, North East Modesto. Wonderful gym too.

Such fun classes and there are a wide variety of projects available to make. They make it so easy…read moreto make and you don't have to be "crafty" in order to make something here. Employees are attentive and super helpful. Had so much fun at their recent doormat class!

First time doing a paint project and I had a blast! Kelly & Rachel were so helpful. We had a large…read moregroup and having them there to give tips to us newbies was needed and appreciated! We all can't wait to go back for another class! Thank you Board & Brush!!!

Such a great horseback riding experience! First off,…read moredefinitely use Google Maps to get here--Apple Maps took us to the wrong spot. The entrance is a bit tucked away off a driveway and dirt road, and depending on the signage, it might not be super obvious. But if you follow Google Maps, you should be fine! We did the 1.5-hour ride and it was totally worth it. You cover a lot of ground, and the property is massive--it really feels like you're out in nature. Even though everything was pretty dry and golden this time of year, it was still beautiful. We saw cows, open fields, and got to take in the peaceful surroundings. Laura was an amazing guide and host--so patient, kind, and knowledgeable. She matched us with the right horses for our level and even took pictures for us during the ride, which was such a nice bonus. Also, shoutout to them for providing water--it was super hot and I was not prepared for that sun! Definitely wear sunscreen if you're going during the summer months. All in all, a really memorable experience and I'd absolutely recommend it. Great for beginners or anyone just looking to unplug and do something special outdoors.

I went on a trail ride with Laura along with my cousin and two friends on March 27, 2026. We range…read morein age from mid 50s to mid 70s. I had not been on a horse in 45 years. It was one of the most enjoyable experiences of my life. It was also a miraculous gift to my 73-year-old friend Lisa. She has been completely blind since an auto accident on the way to a horse show in 1969. She was only 16 years old and in training for the 1972 Olympics in dressage. This ride was her first since that day. Laura is incredibly compassionate and an absolute expert with horses. She is exceptionally safety conscious. She set Lisa up with a gentle horse named Mama, and at Lisa's request, Laura led mama from a few horse lengths away. The experience was amazing and Laura made it possible. I cannot recommend her and Trails of 49 highly enough. Laura is also a great historian. My mother's family has been in Calaveras County since the 1850s. While I live 300 miles away now, it's good to know that the history, horses, and land is so well cared for by such an exceptional person. I was born in Calaveras County and will be buried there, and I'm glad Laura is taking care of it in the meantime!