Been here many times and have always had a great time! Pick a painting you like and enjoy the…read moreexperience. The instructors are all upbeat and funny in their own ways and will entertain you while teaching you how to paint step-by-step. They have a class schedule with plenty of options to choose from - there's something for everyone. The music is always fun and some songs will get the whole class singing. There's a bar inside for the indoor classes that offers wine and local and craft beers. There is usually street parking but that can be tricky depending on the time, so plan to give yourself time to arrive accordingly.

I went here with my friends for a birthday & we had a fun time! They have a special birthday apron…read moreso make sure to let them know if there is someone celebrating. Our instructor was kind & there was another staff member walking around refilling our paint. It was a very large class & the last time I did a Paint n Sip, I felt like we had more hands on instruction with the instructor. The class did take longer than anticipated so it felt a bit rushed towards the end. Dress light because it is very warm in there. They have wine & beer you can order & snacks.

We went for the sculpting class and had an absolutely amazing time. The owner and her daughter were…read morethe teachers, and they were beyond helpful, welcoming, and encouraging! Neither of us knew what we were doing, and by the end of it, we had made salt and pepper shakers and a little clay lamp! Absolutely great place for art and a must-stop. If you're vacationing like we were, make sure you will still be in San Diego to get your piece later as it takes a few days for them to get everything fired in the kiln.

Came here for date night with my partner and had the absolute best time! The instructors are…read morepatient and helpful. They want you to get creative and really be artistic. My partner isn't into artsy stuff so much as I am but he also has a blast. We're planning on going back to get our clay sculptures glazed and cannot wait to go back. 10/10 would recommend for a small group or date! Also, maybe come with some ideas so you're able to spend more time sculpting than planning out your creations!

Teacher was not friendly never smiled looked like she didn't want to be there. My grandson didn't…read morewant to go back.

My daughter loves taking classes at Monart and asks to go back to camp every summer. During Covid…read moreit was nice to have Monart as an option to let her creativity flow with structured lessons in a safe space. She as brought home great pieces of art and the lessons she learned stuck because the drawings at home and school are impressive for an 8 year old ( maybe a bit biased, but they are way better than I could do!). I appreciate that they teach not only drawing but used different mediums such as water colors, oil pastels, and colored pencils. Monart is also offered at her school for after school programs. It's been very popular and another great addition to her school curriculum. I can't write enough good things about Mozart. From the kind, patient and helpful staff to the ace instruction they provide to the kids. The location and classroom is a safe space filled with happy children learning to express their creativity while having fun!

How interesting that SDCC replied, after eleven months of silence, and are now accusing me of…read more"being disrespectful to their staff." And what a huge coincidence that their reply just happened to come right after I left a review for another business, one with a an unhinged owner known for trying to doxx and retaliate reviewers. He mentioned he'd be contacting other businesses I had reviewed negatively, and now -- lo and behold -- here is a reply eleven months later suddenly accusing me of being "disrespectful" instead of taking accountability for the things I mentioned in my review: no air conditioning, hot and muggy, SDCC staff badgering the instructor during the class, and the fact that there are no signs or anything saying where to go once you arrive. What interesting timing!

I was scheduled to take a $220 weaving class today. My dog died suddenly last night and I'm in no…read moreshape to drive or take a 7 hour class. They will not allow me to use my payment for another class!!!!! How heartless is that?!?!?!? The person I spoke to told me she hoped everything was ok with my dog after I had told her he had died!

Leslie is an amazing art teacher! I had never taken art classes, yet it's something I've been…read moremeaning to try. She made my experience fun and laid back. She gives direction yet isn't overbearing. Her classes helped me also unwind/destress since it was easy to get lost in a relaxed flow state while painting. She is also very flexible if you need to reschedule, she works with you. Overall, I'd highly recommend taking classes with her!

I stumbled upon Leslie's website after deciding I needed a creative hobby. I was initially…read moreintimidated and nervous, but Leslie quickly curbed any anxiety with her sweet and patient demeanor. She provides information in under six weeks and moves at your own pace. You learn more techniques in her course than in any semester-long college class. Knowledge is power and this is a great way to decompress while learning simultaneously.

Awesome little pottery studio! We stumbled upon this studio, cruising the art shops at Liberty…read moreStation. We stopped by while Leah was teaching a private class and it looked like so much fun. So.... We immediately made a reservation for a class and got a private class 2 weeks later. And here we are... The class was so fun! We started with a clump of clay and ended up with wonderful, functional, and pieces of art. Our teacher, Leah, was a great teacher! She was patient and explained everything! She had the perfect balance of teaching and then letting us work the clay a little of our own way. She kept us on track so we actually made 2 very unique pots. Very unique is my way of saying crooked and lopsided but lots of character. Lol We had a solid hour and got to work a few different pieces. For the price and friendliness and fun, I suggest this class for beginners or any level really. Oh! And check out the awesome pottery for sale! Leah is an amazing artist with some very nice pieces for sale.

Nancy is such a great instructor! Highly recommend taking classes with her and the studioread more

My kiddos did an Art Camp last week (W-F from 12-3pm) and absolutely loved it. They learned…read moredifferent techniques, got to express their creativity and were so excited every day to tell me what they did and go back the next day. They come home on the last day with at least 10 different projects. I've already recommended the next session to friends and want to go myself with my husband or friends!

Great time celebrating a friend's birthday!! We were able to visit with each other while creating…read moresomething we will always have to remember the special day. We were guided every step of the way to create very special pieces in an easy and fun way.

Wow I've come here a few times now in the past couple of years! The first time we came here was…read morejust stumbling around from being in the area. We came back again because they were advertising their free admission online. What better pastime activity than to be viewing some great watercolor art by local artists. This spot is in Liberty Station, which is in general a hub surrounded by so many amazing things to view and see. This is a great free spot to go to in the afternoon (I believe they are only open 11am-3pm most days). You can park next to the building or in their lots. Planes fly overhead pretty often since you're near the airport. Inside, there's usually an activity you can do where you can cast a vote to which pieces are your top ones. You can see which pieces have the honor of being first place with the badges. The people at the front desk are always incredibly friendly and welcoming. You can spend a good 15 minutes here to take a look at each piece!

I was just having a day with my mom and sister. Walking about and darting in and out of different…read morestores and businesses at Liberty station when we stumbled upon this place. We weren't initially going to go in but the people at the front desk beckoned us in and with a warm smile and the word "free" we decided to come in. It was much bigger than we thought. Ended up spending about 40 minutes here as we looked at and immersed ourselves with the international art pieces that were on display this month. Every month there's a new exhibit and a competition (you get to vote for your favorite piece on a slip of paper and caste your vote in a box in the front of the business). There's two ish rooms with pieces on the dividers and on the walls. It's bright and airy place. Pieces are available for purchase and they range from 500 dollars up to 3k and more.

I have been to The Hot Spot a couple of times now, the first time I made slime with my 4 year old…read moreniece. She and I had a great time, when i saw that someone had their birthday here, I knew I had to too. I reached out to them via Instagram and set up a date and time and it was simple and easy. You can even have outside food too, so I brought a pizza, cake, waters and chips and my friends brought snacks too. When I arrived with my friend, we were greeted and brought to our table. The team here are so sweet and kind, they decorated the table and painted Happy Birthday, it was soo sweet. Typical Virgo, bought a banner but didn't have to use it because they were so kind to do that for me. It was definitely busy and packed so I'm glad I made reservations, my friends all started to trickle in until our whole table for 20 was full. It's definitely Pick Your Own Adventure, most of us chose to paint pottery, while others made slime and create a mosaic, it was so fun. I ended up choosing a heart shape plate and painted it, it was so fun getting to celebrate my birthday with my friends painting cups and plates or guitars or whatever any wanted to do. We usually go and have a dinner or brunch so this was definitely a fun change. I had my nieces and nephew draw a little part on my plate, I can't wait to pick it up on Thursday!

Took my guy here for his birthday so we could do some ceramic painting together. Thank gawd they…read morelet you come back to finish because we took way longer than I'd like to admit on these, but they came out super cute! It can get really crowded on the weekends so be prepared. Would come back here especially since it's in a great location with plenty else to do. Great way to spend hours of fun with friends, family, or as a date.