Great experience for a first ever attempt at glass blowing. Filip was an excellent instructor and…read moreartist. He took care to ensure our selected pieces didn't look like a novice made them. Clean, impressive studio. Well worth the price of admission.

I REALLY wish I could write like an actual novel for this lol. I also know I'm so far behind…read more Better late than never. Luckily, I rarely forget experiences...especially one like my first experience blowing glass. What an INCREDIBLE time we all had here. Like so many who have recently wanted to try this...I watched Blown Away on Netflix. For the record tho...ever since I was a kid and we went on a field trip to the Corning Museum of Glass I have ALWAYS wanted to get into glass blowing. I think I could actually create some beautiful pieces IF I actually jumped in and started doing it. I've wanted for years to do it. So when you have a passion like that...I feel like you give it your all and then some. This past Winter I finally tried. We just made drinking glasses. Which is fine. It was a good start. Oh, when I started watching Blown Away, that show helped me confirm that I have waited long enough to try this haha. So a group of us went. There's 5 of us in our little circle of close friends. That made it extra special for me: Ok! The studio is very well laid out. Displays are absolutely beautiful. There is plenty to look at whether you are there to shop or you're there waiting for your class to begin. Look at all of it. It's all so inspiring. People create those pieces! Which just makes me think even more how amazing humans are! The people who work up front, incredibly nice. This place is run beautifully. The layout is next level, cleanliness...again, next level. The Hot Shop is great. Totally different than I was expecting. You see them on Blown Away, online, other various studios and you kinda expect them to be these hot boxes lol. This one is very open, not hot at all. I dressed in all kinds of booty shorts, tank bc I have neuropathy and heat makes the pain ...super intense. Even when I stood at the glory hole turning the rod (lol) to set in the colors and shape the piece, my neuropathy didn't bother me at all. Now, I'm sure if you were there for awhile, making bigger pieces, etc that you'd break a sweat. All of us tho stayed relatively dry for the duration of our class time. Wonderful experience. I still can't get over HOW. MUCH. FUN. THIS. WAS!! Josh was our instructor. What an amazing guy. I feel like we really lucked out getting him as our instructor. Super chill, easy to talk to, he wasn't judgey at all for all us 100% amateurs haha. Just an all around great guy. I kinda had a low key crush on him haha! He has this incredible beard too. Made me jealous. I can't grow one like that haha Anyway! Josh has been doing this a long time. Works at 2 studios here in Boise/Garden City area. VERY knowledgeable. Explains the process absolutely perfectly. It's always fun for me to see someone like Josh and love what he does. It's very obvious how much he enjoys what he does and I believe that added to the amazing time we had there. The pricing...well, I leave that up to yall to look up haha. It's glass blowing ffs lol, so expect to pay. Maybe that's why I haven't started it ... yet. It's an experience hobby. I hate calling it a hobby tho especially bc I'd like to get into and have it more than just a hobby. It's one of those experiences I've always wanted to try, finally did, and felt pure joy in my soul. It just made me so happy. I'm sure when/if you try it..you'll feel the same way. There's nothing like it. And even tho we just did drinking glasses, I look at my piece and think....damn! I created this! Green and brown are my favorite colors..:especially together. My piece was darker than the others. They give you a selection to choose from. They're nice choices, but I wanted to create my own with my own colors and own swirling type design. So much fun! I could go on, but I know Yelp is gonna cut me off. If you have ever thought about doing this....why keep putting it off? I put it off for decades! Literal decades. One of the biggest mistakes. Seriously can't wait to go again! Thanks for reading, Yelp'rBlowers! Cheers!

Wonderful time with friends! They have an interactive staff who teaches you everything...& no…read moreexperience necessary. They have tons of glass pieces to choose from and sooo many templates too. There are easy projects and harder ones. The easy ones are trays and coasters, or little dishes. Medium are dogs, horses, etc. Harder are lazy Susans, 3D objects, etc. I think it can take one hour, or 3+ for the harder ones (if you are particular!) They also have wood painting for smaller kids who you want to bring along but don't trust handling glass!

After lesson number 1, I am really impressed. Impressed with the instructor, the studio, the…read moresupplies and the equipment. I'm hoping that I can become good at creating mosaics. It appears to be difficult, but forgiving. I am excited to move through the lessons and see how I do! Wish me luck!

We had a great time experiencing hands-on glass shaping on a Saturday afternoon. Matt was able to…read moreget us in with short notice and everyone had an excellent time. Matt was an excellent instructor that's both an artist and a innovative craftsman. He provides as little or as much assistance each person needs to have a great time, while maintaining safety as the highest priority. This was an opportunity for our group to get more hands-on experience than we've ever had at a commercial glass blowing operation. There's also an element of background and glass theory that provides each student with a deeper understanding of the grade and characteristics of glass. Don't miss out on this unique experience working with glass with a native Idahoan that's patient and committed to his craft.

Have a desire to start or hone your photography passion? I would gladly recommend Lenses & Brushes…read moreas your starting place. Having recently rekindled my desire for photography, I've taken Heidi's Photo 1 and Photo 2 courses. The one on one or classroom learning experience just can't be beat. Questions can be answered right away for any confusion you may have. Heidi does an excellent job of clearly explaining the process of photography. I've a much better understanding of how to correctly use my new camera, and I keep practicing to put my new knowledge to better use. I hope to one day take the analog course and delve back into actual film! But wait, there is more. Not only can you do photography here, you can also take art painting lessons, and summer camps for kids are also available. Heidi also does an introductory course using Adobe's Lightroom for editing your digital photos. Lenses and Brushes is located in the lower level of the Mercantile building, and the easiest door is located on 8th street directly across from The Warehouse. Check out the website for all of the courses and activities offered, and keep watch on the Facebook page for photo gathering and happenings.

The owner, Heidi, has a true passion for art and passing on that love to others. We signed up for…read morewatercolor Wednesday and it was relaxing and very enjoyable! She is a great teacher and chooses scenery that you'd actually want to hang up on your home or office. Looking forward to visiting again!

This cute little store may be slightly hard to find but it is wonderful! The staff were friendly…read moreand knowledgeable. The book selection is good but so are all the bookmarks and other "trinkets" they sell. Add in all the painting classes they offer and you have yourself a wonderful escape for a book club, friends painting night, etc. They even sell artwork as well! It's truly a wonderful and magical place. Highly recommend a visit!

I sincerely love this store. Lots of cool things to look through. A good selection of books. And…read morethe vibe is awesome. I sat and read a book, that i had gotten a great deal on, for like 2 hours. On another visit I bought a beautiful, one of a kind painting. Kayla, the owner is very knowledgeable and has excellent customer service.

I went with friends and had so much fun. The atmospheres was comfortable and Dezi was a wonderful…read moreinstructor with such a friendly, pleasant and encouraging nature. The price was great and the whole experience was fun.

Work virtual Holiday party was a paint session with Michelle. She was so engaging and fun! I would…read morelove to do an in person session with friends. I would recommend The Angry Easel for any painting event! Great prices, super fun host!

We have loved our pottery class! A very inviting environment for beginning students. They really…read morewant you to love the art not make a bunch of money off of you!

I thought this place would be pretty cool for my daughter who is interested in art. I bought some…read morepackage (expensive) offered with the expectations that she go to class every week. Unfortunately, I had more days when I had to console a crying daughter whose art class was cancelled that day (with no notice), than I had at the studio. All because the business owner is too absent minded to be able to keep a schedule. When I complained, the girl at the front desk looked down at her feet and just mumbled some excuse. I would give this place a zero star if I could. AVOID THIS PLACE LIKE THE PLAGUE. The business owner is rude and inconsiderate.