My daughter is having an amazing experience at the Scottsdale Artist school. They have classes for…read moreteens that are short 6 week courses. The space is absolutely gorgeous! It's a truly peaceful place for teens to be creative. The prices are very reasonable and the teachers are knowledgeable and kind.

What a special place this is for us to study! Thank you for the kind desk staff and providing us…read morelast minute supplies so we don't feel unequipped. I had the special opportunity to take a three day intensive class focused on an Impressionistic Approach to Watercolors with the world renowned Watercolor painter from Uruguay, Alvaro Castagnet. He taught us to look for the revolution within the painting & not 'paint pretty' We don't make pussy cats we make lions! And being a Leo myself this was incredible to hear. Interesting new concepts I learned like Maintain dirty water and never refresh it. Never clean the palette so one can Blend colors you have never seen before. Look for Lost & Found brushstrokes. Alvaro reminded me, To Paint with authority / Do not ever lack authority. because, If you are not confident it will show In your painting. All Three days we learned everything from figures to Cafè culture to architecture to interiors and all the time messing up or having a success on repeat ; most importantly "Our mistakes in life are our greatest teachers." Scottsdale Artists' School, you are very special - thank you for hosting teachers like this and thank you for giving us so much to learn in such a compact time that works with our travel schedules!

The Cartel is located inside the OneOhOne Gallery. The Cartel holds art classes of all types of…read moremedia. You can also visit The Cartel to use their space as an art studio. You can take your own materials. If you forgot something, no doubt the studio will have the supplies you needed. There is a small fee for studio usage. Free street and lot parking.

Everything you could possibly need to create beautiful art. And when you're done it's a beautiful…read moregallery to display it. Owner and management are not afraid to give you great insight and knowledge in all aspects of art.

I've had my kids do 2 summer camps here and they loved it. My husband and I did a painting date…read morenight and it was awesome. We thought it was a super value and will be back to do another!

This is one of the original guided painting studio experiences. I've been going since 2013. It…read morenever ceases to amaze me what we can do in two hours! Last Friday night, my daughter and I painted a desert scene and the teacher was great. The only thing I encourage them to do is provide the same canvas size to the audience as the original work was done on otherwise things need to be squeezed in or left off altogether. I asked for one and they happily provided it.

What an incredible Arizona gem. This is a place that you can take a couple of hours and be…read moreintroduced to different types of art that changes every eight weeks. There's a permanent sculpture garden outside and inside our art exhibits from Arizona artists

I love that this local art center and gallery showcases local and up and coming artists, even high…read moreschool students. The sculptures outside are all for sale and extensive in variety. Inside, this repurposed house (?) is charming with several different display rooms. We came during the New Horizons Student exhibit and I was amazed by the talent of these local teens. The staff were very welcoming and knowledgeable.

Amazing experience here at The Brush Bar. We booked in advance for our Galentines day with the…read moregirls, the cute cherries seemed appropriate for the day :) The instructor was really nice, patient and super talented. I really enjoyed their music playlist while sipping mimosas! This is not a walk in establishment, not BYOB but they do have a limited bar (beer, wine, and mimosas)

Went here for a first date and it was a great experience. Perfect date night, the staff was really…read morenice and vibes were up the whole time. The instructor was super patient and it didn't really matter if I was a good painter because it all turned out in the end. Super fun activity whether you want this for date night or for family and friends!

First time at this local art studio and what an amazing space. I did a loofah soap making and card…read moredesign class which bought out my inner child. We were able to select our fragrances and colors for our soap and I loved that we had a little pumpkin mold tray for the upcoming Halloween season. While our soap was settling, we designed a card using all sorts of paper and other items to adorn it. Such a fun and welcoming environment. I can't wait to attend some other workshops here.

10/10 I LOVED this class. The instructors teaching it were hilarious, and very personable!…read more It was a lot more work than expected, and took some time understanding the process, but they really made the experience so much fun. You get to make as many as you want within the allotted time then choose your top 3 faves. Like the instructor said, be in charge of the clay, and get rid of it if the relationship gets toxic. Also don't let the clay push you around!

Pip Coffee + Clay is one of the most unique coffee shops I've visited in Phoenix. The space is…read morebright, welcoming, and filled with local art, handmade ceramics, and fun little details that make you want to slow down and look around. Every corner feels thoughtfully designed, from the colorful seating to the vintage decor and handmade pottery available for purchase. I ordered the iced chai, and it was perfectly balanced with great spice flavor without being overly sweet. We also tried the matcha, which was smooth, creamy, and beautifully layered. The drinks were made quickly and looked just as good as they tasted. Beyond the coffee, this is an amazing place to support local artists. They had handcrafted mugs, planters, pottery, ceramics, cross-stitch kits, and other gifts throughout the shop. The atmosphere is quiet enough to work, catch up with friends, or simply relax with a drink. There are plenty of tables, large windows with natural light, and comfortable seating throughout. The staff was friendly, and the entire café was clean and inviting. Parking was easy, and I appreciated how much personality the space has compared to a typical coffee chain. If you're looking for a local coffee shop in Phoenix with excellent coffee, matcha, chai, unique gifts, handmade pottery, and a cozy creative atmosphere, Pip Coffee + Clay is absolutely worth visiting. I'll definitely be back.

This is the absolute worst experience I've had attempting to make pottery. The instructor spent an…read morehour demonstrating how she makes pottery and then basically said go for it. As a complete novice, I was totally lost. I tried multiple times on my own but no luck. I asked for help multiple times and got general advice. I was the ONLY one that couldn't make anything, yet the instructor didn't seem to either notice or to care. I eventually looked up my own video on how to do this and still wasn't able to. The instructor said she would be happy to help one on one, yet I was the was one who clearly needed help, she was and just made her own pottery. I feel demoralized and humiliated. I left this experience in tears.

Such a beautiful space! Great parking in the back. Amazing owners! Tables, chairs, bathroom, coffee…read morebar! All there! Perfect place for indoor workouts, baby showers, parties, small gatherings! Comfortably fit 40 people

This is such a cool idea, I think every city should have something like this. I forgot to take a…read morephoto of the ending, though learning how to decorate a cake is pretty cool. The teacher was amazing, helpful. Will come again.

Good locations. High season the classes fill quickly with long wait lists. Friendly environment.read more

I have been taking classes through Scottsdale Parks and Rec since 1996! :-) Some of the classes…read moreI've taken over the years are: belly dance, roller blading, vegetarian cooking, Conversational Spanish, Tai Chi, horseback riding, Bollywood dance, and yoga. They used to offer hikes and camping trips, as well, which were fantastic. The classes are very inexpensive for Scottsdale residents and slightly more expensive (but not over the top!) for non-Scottsdale residents. You can go online and sign up for Winter 2022 classes now, which start in January.

This place is absolutely amazing!! My daughter has been here for both lessons and summer camp and…read morealways has the best time!! She always leaves with the most amazing art pieces and a newfound sense of accomplishment.

We love My Painting Place! My children love the paintings they have created. Corinne guides…read moreeveryone through the painting process. My children leave her classes more with confidence, encouraged to continue striving for their success and excited to return again. Painting has given my kids more than a beautiful art. They've grown patient and determined from these classes. Highly recommended for artists at every level!! I can't wait to join an adult class! Thank you My Painting Place!!