Buyer beware! I can't actually review the $40 class that the artist cancelled on myself and my two…read morefriends. But I can attest that she will not issue you the refund you have in writing that was agreed to unless you repeatedly message her. The class was cancelled on 2/22/25, here we are on 3/18/25 and I'm messaging again to get a refund. The art classes may be wonderful. I will never go there however since it took this long to get a refund. I had to message rather aggressively to get my money back. This is absolutely appalling business practices!

This summer my little boy and I attended a Fairy House class at The Artist Workshop. We paid $50…read moreand my son spent 2 hours building a clay fairy house he was very proud of. We were told we would be notified when our houses were done, it was estimated it would be about 2 weeks. Weeks passed and then months. I contacted my friend who also attended with her daughter- they also had not received any word about the finished houses. My friend called and was told by the owner a bunch of excuses about the kiln being broken and various unforeseen circumstances but was assured the fairy houses would be available soon. Fast forward to a few weeks later and the shop is closed down and empty. No contact from anyone from this business. Where is my childs fairy house that he worked so hard making? If there is no finished house, where is my refund? This place was quick to take my $50 payment for the class and never made any attempt to reach out and explain anything that may have happened. There were many many kids at this class and I can only imagine they made a lot of money that day. So upsetting to see a business scam children.

The best part about the Forge is the community of member artists who ply their crafts in this…read morespace. Virtually everyone I met during the 2+ years I was a member was encouraging and supportive of creative work and process. The Forge also has basic equipment for a very wide range of creative expression. The equipment capacities are designed for entry-level folks. If you want to learn welding, or glass blowing or industrial sewing, this is a great place. Sadly, if you want to grow your skills, this may not be the right place. One of the owners manages what you can and cannot do in the making space. He treats this as his private home with cool toys to which you as a member have been granted admission by your monthly payment. If he doesn't like or want you to play with his toys, you are SOL. Longtime "studio guides" implement the owner's wishes, regardless of what is in the best interest of members. That owner refused to give me access to a fairly simple piece of equipment for over a year. The rationale provided over the course of a year and more never held water. During that time I paid over $1000 in membership fees without ever being granted approval to use the specific equipment, despite the fact that other people had regular access to it. I was not treated as a client, I was treated as a supplicant..and I found that untenable. This is not a "professionally managed space" and you would be happier elsewhere as the owner described it to me in an email when I was "invited to leave." You will be happy if the current provisions meet your needs. If you need any upgrades, fixes, adaptations...forget it. This place is managed on such a tiny margin that there is zero room for improvement.

I'm delighted to say The Curious Forge has become a significant part of my life where I love to go…read moreto make stuff while enjoying the company of bright, thoughtful, creative people. There are endless opportunities to learn the particulars of how to make absolutely anything! Area guides have world-class skills they enthusiastically share. Members seem to be of the same helpful mindset. The two founders are 100% present for brainstorming, feedback as well as being able to accept kudos and hugs. Every time I'm there it's a different experience. Sometimes I'm the only one sawing metal for a piece of jewelry I've dreamed up. Other times I'm in a class with several others who might be honing a skill or learning something entirely new. A weekly text lists what is happening each day that week and a newsletter comes out with exciting upcoming events to attend, volunteer with, or help create. This is a community like none other! Someone can be on their way to the metal fabrication area and stop to see what another person is making in the clay, fiber arts, or any of the 15 other studios. It is fertile ground for cross-pollination of ideas, creativity, support and friendship. We are so lucky to have this resource close to home! I hope you come check it out.

It is so cool to meet people who are very passionate about what they do and at bear river…read moreglassworks Sean and Roxanne will guide you every step of the way. Their workshops were easy to reserve online and the pace was perfect. We enjoyed making jellyfish that we were able to take home the same day. Going to Grass Valley was a day trip for us, but we enjoyed hiking nearby and lunch in Nevada City . We recommend this to anyone who is curious about trying something new or ready to learn a new skill.

The Beginner's Glass Blowing Class in Grass Valley at Bear River Glassworks is such a fun thing to…read moredo In Grass Valley! You make your own beautiful glass jellyfish with as much help as you want from an instructor. I had a great time melting the glass and pulling out and shaping the legs was my favorite part. It's so much fun and a great way to spend time with friends! I highly recommend!

The Neighborhood Center of the Arts is housed in what I'm guessing is an old hospital. Or a…read moresanitarium. It looks old and crazy, stale and, to use the parlance of fast food, melty. If it had teeth then they'd be about to drop off onto your head. The center has a wing on the far end (I don't know what other parts of the building are used for, but I've heard there's a glass studio). It's upstairs, and you can either take the stairs or the elevator. At the base of the stairs you'll see a series of totemic ceramics. Art lies ahead. The center is an expansive working art studio, as well as an open art gallery. The aim is to provide resources and art classes for adults with developmental disabilities. They work in many different mediums, including paint, photography, ceramics, weaving, computers, and pen and ink. Further information can be found on their website. They have a new exhibit every few months. Hours are 10am to 4pm. Until about 2pm the studio is active, with artists working, milling about, and attending classes. But visitors are free to step in and check out what's going on. Basically, this is my favorite gallery in the world. It's such a positive place, free of pretentions, and the work is great and presented well. The staff is very friendly, and the artists are nice and available to speak about their work. I (and my family) have a whole collection of art from here. Some of my favorite pieces that I own are from here. Once you walk inside, there are a few rooms walling the latest exhibition. Past that you get into the studio areas, where there is also more art to look at. Basically, every room has art on the walls. One time I was browsing some abstract religious icon paintings, and one of the artists came up to me and asked, "Hey, do you want to know what happened yesterday?" I said, "Yes." And he handed me the newspaper. Then walked off. Then I bought a piece of art -- a woodblock with an all-text Volvo advertisement printed on it, and sprawling on top of the text, in various mediums, are words and nonsense. My family and I recently invested in a huge painting, a collaborate effort by a few of the artists. It looks somewhat like a Basquiat. I highly recommend visiting the Neighborhood Center of the Arts. The artists produce amazing work, and it's very accessible, engaging, and enjoyable. The center does a wonderful job at cultivating their talents. A lot of care and hard work goes into the place, and their efforts are rightfully deserving of praise.

I love all the art that the artist makes and that is for sale. They are all very special people and…read morethey are all talented people too.

I've been going to Ben's for years for my framing, and over the past several years I've been going…read morespecifically to work with Erika. She's on point with design options and always does amazing work for me. I've added a few works of art she's framed. I've worked with the whole crew in the frame department, and everyone is awesome. I've had framing done all over California and Ben's pricing might seem a little on the high side, but take it from me, it's very affordable in comparison to SF or LA, as it should be.

The store is huge with wide, roomy aisles. The fabric selection is good and fabrics are reasonably…read morepriced. They carry novelty fabrics that I have not seen elsewhere. The selection of batiks was very good. Staff was great.

My kids absolutely love the creative space that Deanna has created. Her classes are perfect for…read morenovice or experienced artists- teaching them techniques and theory all while being super fun. Such an awesome experience every time!

Amazingly gifted teacher. Wonderful range of art classes for all ages and many mediums.read more

This place is absolutely bonkers awesome! Top shelf art here. Everything is masterfully curated and…read moredisplayed, and the events and featured artists are always high level and filled with talent and innovation. Highly recommend checking it out.

From the owner: The Chambers Project stands as a beacon of psychedelic art and culture, representing some of the…read moremost influential contemporary artists in the field. Founded and curated by Brian Chambers, a passionate advocate for the psychedelic experience, the gallery has become a global hub for artists, enthusiasts, and collectors alike. With its long-standing relationships with renowned figures such as Ralph Steadman, Roger Dean, the Rick Griffin Estate, Oliver Vernon, and Mars 1, The Chambers Project holds an esteemed position as the world’s leading psychedelic art gallery. Beyond being a gallery, The Chambers Project serves as a cultural hub for the psychedelic art community. It hosts regular events, workshops, and talks that bring together artists, researchers, and enthusiasts to engage in thought-provoking discussions about the intersection of art, psychedelia, and consciousness. This vibrant exchange of ideas and perspectives further enriches the experience for both seasoned admirers and newcomers to the psychedelic art scene.

We went into the gallery earlier today, not looking for anything in particular, but we found lots…read moreof great pieces! Great selection of local artists, and the salesperson was very helpful and pleasant!

I purchased a piece of jewelry from this Gallery while visiting Grass Valley. Their system was not…read moreworking correctly so, they had to manually do a receipt and advised that I would be charged later. I was not charged the correct amount. I called and the lady that answered the phone "Sharron" was very rude! She stated that maybe it was the tax that was wrong or that the credit card company has a service charge. I stated that you should have charged me what the receipt had been written for while I was present not a different amount later. She then states that this is for .06 cents. I was like is that really the point...NO! The point is that you did not charge what you wrote up the receipt for. I will not shop at this store in future visits!