I took art classes here as a young girl, and the experience my sister and I had was so bizarre and…read moreinappropriate that I still think about it over 15 years later. Although I was very proud of the art I made and enjoyed the process, Renee and the women she employs would bully students into buying art supplies from their studio only. Although I value the importance of supporting local business owners, my family was not well off and my mother put us in these classes so we could do something productive while she was working extra hours to support us... When I came to the studio with supplies purchased from other retailers, I remember the instructor very intentionally broke my palette knife and said, "Well you just need to use one of ours!", which then my mother had to purchase when she picked us up from the studio... rather than the instructor offering to pay for breaking my palette knife... Renee would occasionally make appearances during lessons, but she very coldly scolded my sister and me and told us to go take lessons somewhere else if we were not going to purchase supplies at her studio. I was 9 years old at the time, and my sister 11! I was so embarrassed and hurt that I cried, and Renee showed no mercy. After that, my mother discontinued our lessons. I really did enjoy learning to paint, but it was not worth the bullying I experienced from a group of adult women.

My first time taking oil painting classes and after interviewing a few in my area , I found this…read moreplace . I have heard all the instructors are good but my timing only works out with karen . She is so patient with us and I love going there . I have already finished a beautiful painting and started my second one all by myself :)

Excellent place for a shy and creative kid. Good for socializing and creating art they absolutely…read morelove. Great, kind and helpful staff.

What a wonderful little art studio nestled in the west hills suburbs! Kid and teen friendly. Very…read morecreative space and fabulous artists are there to help each individual find inspiration and development. I highly recommend this studio!

We moved further away and therefore haven't been able to take lessons at VAW for years. The…read moreopportunity to join the World Building Workshop came up for us, so we decided that the drive would be worth it for my child to participate in it. My child is on the younger end of the age range, and I was concerned that the long session might be too much for them. When I went to pick my child up, they were BEAMING from ear to ear about what a great time they had. They said they were not bored at all and that they were now a BIG KID because they were able to be in class and sit along with older children. It motivated them to continue to create and explore more.

Valley Art Workshop feels unique. I cannot keep this valley gem to myself. Miles Lewis, owner, has…read morebeen teaching my kids for so long. I have tried to quit VAW but The Force is too strong. The price is reasonable, the location is charming and the teacher is a skilled, smart, kind, supportive, talented artist. When you walk into the studio, you are surrounded by different styles of art. I was floored to find out that they were mostly created by Miles. He's the real deal, a fine artist with patience and personality. I feel lucky that my kids attend. It's just a cool, peaceful place to be if you want to become a better artist.

I've studied with some of the best artists and illustrators working in the L.A. area here--the ones…read morewho teach as well as make art, that is. Most of them do workshops and classes here, in the great facilities. LAAFA is a great resource, and you meet many fellow working professionals in classes here too. Check it out if you are in one of the Iatse Locals, maybe you get a deal! I only wish in wasn't so far from me. I live in actual Los Angeles. Smile.

If you want to pursue a career in the arts, where you learn the ways of the old masters, and by…read morethat I mean learning how to REALLY draw, how to REALLY paint, how to REALLY sculpt then LAFFA is the school for you. No school now days will teach you how to draw and paint like Rembrant, Bougerou, Ingres, In fact many art schools now days do not teach you the most important concept of drawing and that is that in art learning is life long it does not end with a degree. LAFFA emphasizes that. Furthermore many art schools focus simply on art being just paint splattered on a canvas or some weird as hell sculpture that sells for millions and where the "artist" i.e. like KOONs and Andy Warhol do not even do any work at all. LAFFA is very much like how people back in the ECOLE Beux arts were taught, or how those in the high renaissance were taught, in the atelier style, by the end of one class you will have learned how to truly draw which is the basis of all art! The accreditation, accreditation is a good thing, however it will not mean you will magically teach you how to draw and paint, much like some assume a degree means. no a true artist has YEARS of practice and does not stop because a true artist knows that to be able to truly know that they are good at something, they must remember they always know nothing like the renowned cellist Pablo Casalas once said when he was asked at 93 why he still practiced the cello 3hours a day" i think i am finally improving" that is what you will see here TRUE MASTERS of the lost art of drawing and painting, modern day Bougerou's, Rembrants, Franz Hals, Titian, Ingress etc. Who embody the true spirit of the lost arts which many so called art schools sans Cal Arts and 3 kicks do not teach today. One teacher i highly recommend taking is Rey Bustos, he is harsh, he is firm but his passion will drive you. He is truly an amazing instructor.

I enrolled my 6yr old son in Renaissance fine art class when I noticed he enjoyed doodling on his…read moreclasswork, not only has the art class given him structure but it also helped him stop doodling on classwork since he enjoys drawing on an easel now. The staff is extremely kind and knowledgeable ,we are happy we found Renaissance Fine Art.

I have nothing but great things to say about this place! My son has attended 4 art classes now and…read moreso far so good. Michelle and her staff are always so patient, supportive and positive. They really nurture and just really motivate the children here. The art work that is done by students here is just fantastic. Michelle and her staff really take their time and gives attention to each student. In addition, Michelle is very quick and prompt and has wonderful communication. They are closed on Wednesdays but their class times and days are very flexible. They even offer a first time class as complimentary, the classes are 1.5 hours and 15mins prior to the class they have a showcase of all the childrens art that they completed that day and they talk about their success, this really allows the child to share what they thought was a success about their artwork. All in all I am very pleased, each student has their own work station, and each student is doing something different from water color to painting to drawing. Each student has their own unique style and Renaissance Fine Art really allows children that opportunity to give it their best. Prices are reasonable. Parking is ample, it's right in the Chi-chi's, Big Lots parking lot which shares with other businesses but definitely no issues with parking. Would recommend! Very pleased!

We have loved coming to classes here and my daughter has learned a lot from the instructors. She…read morereally enjoys her time each week and always looks forward to going. The instructors and kind, patient and supportive. Very happy we chose Drawn2Art and will continue coming!

My two children have been attending Drawn2Art for over a year, and it has been such a wonderful…read moreexperience for them! They absolutely love their weekly hour in class -- it's a special time they look forward to every week. The teachers are incredibly kind, patient, and genuinely care about each child. They take the time to give every student individual attention, helping them learn real drawing techniques while also encouraging their creativity and confidence. I've watched my kids' artistic skills (and pride in their work!) grow so much since starting here. Drawn2Art is such a nurturing and inspiring place -- we feel so lucky to have found it!

Our daughter (10yo) went to this camp last summer with a friend and loved it. This was at the…read moreNorthridge location and their staff was friendly and informative. She has been interested in musical theater recently and this place does a great job of putting on a great show for family and friends, at the end of the two week session. They did Barbie and it was so fun. Speaking of fun, she and her friend had such a fun time together last summer that we're already preparing for a few sessions this upcoming summer. Looking forward to Wicked and Hogwarts which she loves! Thank you PAWs for the great experience!

My daughter is so excited about the summer musical theater camp at Performing Arts Workshop. We…read morehave heard amazing things about the program. My daughter is 10 years old and loves being on stage, but doesn't have any formal acting or singing lessons. So she is really excited to sharpen her skills this summer. We are part of the ambassador program and it makes it really affordable. We are looking forward to a fun and memorable summer and can't wait to see her first play!

My son learning piano at this school. After few months he shows me a huge progress. His mentor and…read moreowner Iren is very professional teacher. Kids love her. I'm glad we have a great opportunity to learn at this school!

Iren is very kind and cares a lot about her students. My daughter has started playing violin and…read moreshe encourages her as much as she can. Her violin instructor Maria is very knowledgeable & enthusiastic about my daughter progress. Her session is 30 min every Friday and once she gets a little older will start progressing to more sessions

I went to WVOC 10 years ago and got an amazing profession, fantastic life long friendship and sweet…read morememories. I recommend this occupational center to everyone who is thinking of a career change - they have so many interesting courses, if I lived closer, I would take all of them,- their classes are very affordable and designed to take you as a complete beginner and help you get knowledge and hands on experience, so after graduating you will quickly find a job. Wishing prosperity to this place!

I went looking to get into the cosmetology program. They make you test for a 3 day orientation to…read moresee what grade level you are for certain program, which I do get since it's an occupation adult school, but It's a requirement to make you test even if you have a high school diploma or a college degree. After you finish your tests, for certain programs you are put onto a waitlist and they tell you they will call or email you if there are spots open. I took a test back in September and was waiting for the November waitlist. I eventually did get a call/email that were was spots open and you must register at 8am on a specific day. I didn't follow through as I decided on another school but now I constantly get spam calls from this school. Even when blocked, I get calls from different numbers from this school.