Unfortunately I came on a Saturday and no artists were working. But they have open galleries…read more There are maybe 20 or so individual artist studios here where they actually work. You cab peek in on them and I suppose chat with them. Maybe a weekday is the best time to visit.

The Pacific Grove Art Center always has a wonderful variety of art. Many times they display our…read moretalented youth's efforts. Every space is imbued with a history of creativity. If those walls could speak, oh the stories they would tell!

Coolest shop with lots of interesting and artistic gift items. Handmade jade jewelry, stained…read moreglass pieces and repairs, quirky greeting cards and stickers, original art - and so much more! Absolutely worth a visit!

Had a great time at the stained glass workshop with Jen. She was very knowledgeable and patient to…read morewalk through all the steps: glass cutting, grinding, wrapping in foil and soldering. So much fun and love the final product. Highly recommend following their instagram (@studio171.pg) to see when glasses are offered! There are four separate studios within this one shop with lots of cool items.

The workshop I attended with guest artist Ruo Li was a rewarding experience. Owner/partner Rich…read moreBrimer creates a warm creative atmosphere. I learned from Ruo as well as Rich and all the other students. It was a great way to work with a master without feeling overwhelmed. . The studio itself is bare bones, so you need all your own supplies (easel, brushes, paints, mediums, etc.). The lighting is great and there is room to paint outside on the brick walkways and deck. Come early and indulge yourself with some of the best bake goods on the planet at the Lafayette bakery in the same Barnyard complex.

This was an a great experience for my company offsite. I called Rich on Monday and we were able to…read moredo a 10 person team painting event on Friday. Rich was informative, laid back, great host. Recommend this again!

I heard about Zoya through a friend and took her Van Gough-inspired classes at the Palo Alto Art…read moreCenter. I don't normally paint but I really enjoyed the class because it allowed me to receive guidance from a professional on my work while doing something new. Zoya would give us direction on the art and then supervised while we recreated it in our own work. While mine veered a bit from the inspiration, I still had a lot of fun and got to paint a picture of a bike. Zoya also has good feedback at getting your painting to look the best it can be. Thanks!

Zoya Scholis is a very qualified and skilled educator, with strong academic and practical training…read morein various art practices. I highly recommend the classes that she offers. Her own work as a practicing artist is strong as well.

What an aptly named little slice of paradise. Only a few minutes from breathtaking views of the…read morecoast, you take one turn and suddenly you are immersed in a lush redwood forest. This place is magical. I have so many good things to say about the Jewel in the Forest and Sofanya. I feel connected to them now as they are a part of my story, and I'm so grateful for that! On October 1st, I married my best friend in a small 10 person ceremony at the Jewel in the Forest. It was the most perfect day of my life, and there could not have been a better place for it. We rented out all 4 of the cabins on property to accommodate all of our guests. That allowed us to stay together and bond through the whole experience, while still providing ample privacy and sleeping space for our guests The Dome House is the most beautiful place I have ever stayed in my life. From the skylights that allow you a peek of the tops of the redwood trees, to the eclectic and beautiful furniture and decorations, to the wood burning heater, topped off by Sofanya's amazing artwork, it is truly an immersive experience. Sofanya provides games, movies, books, musical instruments, and a full kitchen. Everything you need for the perfect escape. We cut our cake and drank champagne as a group of about 12 in the living space comfortably. Most of our guests stayed at the Jasmine house, which has 3 private rooms and a large living space where we all enjoyed dinner the night before the ceremony. Sofanya even strung up the cutest string lights on the patio for us so we could enjoy the outside space as well. My parents stayed in the adorable Calla Lily cabin, which is perfect for a couple or small family. It is cozy and charming. Our photographer stayed up in the adorable Lotus Blossum, which had the most spectacular windows and a one of a kind outside bathroom. So cool! We held our ceremony near the stream amongst the redwoods. It was breathtaking. Overall, the space was beyond perfect for what we needed. Each of the cabins are unique and have so much character. I recommend that EVERYONE visit and escape from reality to this magical place at some point in your life. You won't regret it. Now, I have to say a few things about Sofanya. She is wonderful! She really went above and beyond making sure our wedding was perfect. She hung the aforementioned lights for me, provided several bouquets around the property, received packages with things for my wedding for me ahead of time, and ensured everyone's comfort the whole stay. Thank you so much for all you did to make my wedding truly perfect Sofanya.

Sofanya came through for us to make our wedding dreams come true despite super chaotic…read morecircumstances. When our wedding venue fell through a week before our wedding because they refused to let us put up a canopy to get out of the rain, she was kind enough to let us rent our cottage two days early and gave us several location options for our ceremony, whatever would suit us best. She helped me get ready & offered as much love, kindness & support as she could offer. Then, when the weather turned south & started storming extremely heavily during our outdoor ceremony, she generously opened up her own home to us in the top floor of the beautiful dome house to complete our special day. She truly saved the day for us, and treated us like family. The location couldn't be more beautiful. Everywhere you look, beautiful art peeks through the landscape as if placed thete by fairies, and the beauty of nature here creates a sense of tranquility among the redwoods crawling with ivy. Beautiful photo opportunities everywhere you look. A true hippy paradise! The Cala Lily Cottage was cozy, private and intimate, and we felt right at home. PLEASE avoid wasting your money at overpriced, inhospitable cabins/campgrounds out at big sur and come here instead, where you'll be treated like a treasured guest. My new husband and I look forward to returning on an anniversary!

From the owner: We are an Art studio located in the West End Art District (Sand City) of the Monterey Peninsula…read more MGW is home to resident artists who use our dedicated space and equipment to produce their own artworks, and provide art classes and events. We specifically offer 3 services: 1. Studio Access/Membership - MGW offers both monthly member access memberships for local hobbyists and artists that would like to use or professional equipment and space as well as dedicated space for professional artists that need industrial class studio space in a collaborative collective artist environment. 2. Commissioned Art Works - Many of our resident artists accept commissions to create public or private installation works. We have resident artists that specialize in several mediums: Cast & Blown Glass, Contemporary Painting, Photography and Ceramics. 3. Classes & Events - Many of our resident artists provide both classes and private/corporate experiences for people who would like to experience making art with their hands.

We had a wonderful experience at her summer camp and look forward to seeing and participating in…read morethe new studio!

From the owner: Ooze Studio is a community-driven art studio, oozing inspiration and contagious creativity!…read more Kids to Teens can explore their imaginations, build humble confidence and foster creativity through the super fun process of oozing with art. We are very different from most art workshops in that the focus is on creative thinking, not so much on technical skills. We teach kids and teens how to build on their ideas, push concepts further and refine their art. Ooze is all about playing with the artistic process, connecting with your creativity and learning to enjoy the challenges that may arise by letting loose and oozing more. Our specialty is guiding Oozers to create their way, purposefully and playfully! Ooze Studio's mission is to provide a comfortable and safe space where kids & teens can explore their imaginations and foster their creativity through the process of producing art. The ultimate Ooze vision is cultivate creative thinkers who will confidently carry their creativity into every aspect of life, helping the community bridge cultural divides and grow into a more unified, culturally rich environment. Ooze offers private, group, event and camp art workshops year round for kids & teens. An afterschool program is coming soon!

Hosted my daughter's 9th birthday party at the studio with Tami. I'm so thankful I did!…read more My daughter and her friends had a great time painting, eating pizza and cupcakes. Tami made the painting of the unicorn easy that every girl enjoyed the event and they were proud of their artwork. I highly recommend planning your next party with Tami. She made the party planning stress feel, and my daughter loved picking out what her friends would paint. The space of the studio was perfect and so cute with twinkle-lights and artwork all over. This place is such a gem for Gilroy! My daughter looks forward to going again to paint just for fun on one of studio's themed painting afternoons.

We've been coming to this art class 3x now and intend to continue coming for the kid's art class on…read moreWednesday. My daughter truly enjoys the class and intends to turn her room into an art studio. Tami, the owner, is a wonderful art teacher and truly great with kids. She also provides snacks and drinks for them as well. I'm looking forward to trying one of their craft classes. The studio itself is clean and inviting. We just love this place!