I took the Intro to Blockprinting class this past weekend and overall, it was fun. I have been…read morelooking into picking up a new hobby or get into more craftin' to get in touch with my creative side. The class was $42 from 10:30a to noon. It is an open space with all sorts of art supplies, tools, and just about anything your imagination can muster up. Lots of inspiration. I was hoping to make more than just one small block and have different supplies like fabric for printing. It was very therapeutic to carve my small block. The class felt a little scattered - but it was a very easy going environment, super relaxed. Our instructor was friendly and encouraged us to tap into originality without overthinking it instead of looking up patterns or inspo on our phone. I really liked that. And she offered us all coffee, freshly made. You can basically come in to do all the arts and craft your heart desires, on a donation basis. Affordable and unique way to release your artistic side without investing too much in all the supplies and then an abandoning a hobby. I'd come back with a friend and check out a different class.

I went here as part of a work event to make lanterns for Lunar New Year . Stepping inside, I was…read moreimmediately greeted by an organized haven of craft supplies. They had construction paper, ribbons, highlighters, stamps, hot glue guns, and anything you might find at Michael's. Our instructor was very knowledgeable and showed us how she made her lanterns. She walked us step-by-step through the process. Now, I'm not a crafty person, but I was inspired enough by the ambiance and overflow of art supplies to get some creative juices flowing. At the end, I was able to create my own lanterns with some creative twists. I had a fun time and will recommend my crafty friends to check this place out!

The Dojo is full the brim with skill! You'll find yourself learning from teachers and students…read morealike. There's a certain level of dedication that exists within these falls that you can feel in your bones! I meet people all over the city sprouting compliments, which says a lot because I host drawing socials and bounce around art studios all over Austin. It's been said that Atelier Dojo is the place to be! Pictures feature : student work from Danny Grant's 6-week, 6-session Intro to Figure Drawing session from a few months back!

Artists and people who seriously want to "up" their drawing and painting skills should take a good…read morelook at Atelier Dojo Fine Arts Academy in Austin. The instructors Jennifer Balkan and Roz Seriz are accomplished artists AND excellent instructors. They teach a traditional academy approach in a relaxed studio environment with helpful fellow students. The experience is virtually guaranteed to sharpen your artistic eye and improve your techniques in the media instructed. Not inexpensive but the outcomes are well worth the financial investment in yourself.

I went to this mosaic workshop and honestly, it was such an amazing experience…read more The space is very well equipped. They have so many colors and materials to choose from and everything is so organized. The people who work there is always walking around offering help and suggestions so you never feel lost. They also gave us mocktails and had snacks available, which made the experience even better. Everything was really good. If you like arts and crafts, this is such a fun activity. It's very relaxing, I felt so calm while working on my piece. Time definitely goes by so fast when you're focused and creating. Just a heads up, they include different mold sizes with your reservation, but if you choose a bigger one than what's included, they do charge extra. Overall, I loved it. It's perfect for a date night or for having a fun time with a group of friends. I would definitely do it again

What a fun evening! Have always wanted to learn how to do a mosaic. This was a simple, 2 hour…read moreclass and was so enjoyable! Great for a girls night out! Some of the pure art work on the walls was literally breathtaking! So much talent! The instructors were so very helpful and the mocktails were yummy! Will be back to try a larger piece!

I met Richard Samuel, owner of RichesArt (artist, curator, and creative leader) for the first time…read moreat an Art contest on yesterday. He said the gallery's name is a play off his name with an art emphasis. Rich shared that his gallery was the only African American art gallery in Austin, thus I was intrigued. Since we finished the Art contest judging sooner than anticipated, I popped by his art gallery also located in East Austin. RichesArt is mind blowing! The gallery feels like a full-on creative space. This is not your typical art gallery vibe with stark white walls where you cannot touch anything. This place is beaming with bright, bold colors that scream...this is art!!! The walls exude color, texture, life! There is a strong graffiti influence, mixed media, and pieces unapologetically authentic. The art gallery also serves as community hub. They host poetry slams, live jazz, a figure drawing class, art classes, and comedy shows. According to Rich, it's a creative playground for grown folks. While it was free to enter the art gallery, some of their events have an associated cost. The gallery environment is incredibly welcoming. A few folks were waiting to start a graffiti class. It appears folks come to RichesArt to connect and create. According to Rich, inclusivity is intentional and the gallery was built to reflect and celebrate culture.

Here's a refined and slightly expanded version that keeps your tone genuine while adding clarity,…read moreflow, and a bit more texture--perfect for Yelp: RichesArt Gallery is an absolute must-see for anyone visiting or living in Austin. The gallery showcases work from a truly diverse group of artists, each bringing a distinct and thoughtful approach to expression. There's a real sense of creativity and intention behind the curation. You don't feel like you're just walking through another generic art space. The owner is an exceptionally talented and kind young man, and that energy clearly sets the tone for the entire gallery. From the moment you walk in, you feel a warmth and openness that makes you want to slow down, look closely, and actually experience the art rather than rush through it. Beyond the main gallery space, there are outdoor installations that add another layer of interest, as well as a vintage boutique tucked away in the back that's well worth exploring. It feels like a place that's constantly evolving, with new details and updates that would make repeat visits rewarding. This is definitely the kind of spot I'd return to regularly just to see what's new. Unfortunately, I live in another state but for those of you in Texas, take full advantage of having a place like this nearby. It's absolutely worth the trip.

Free glassblowing class was amazing ! It's next to the old skylark lounge RIP my friend and I had…read morea fun adventure the staff is super helpful everyone is really friendly here ! May try to make take some other classing in the future . Not for the family though. But I am a crazy cat lady so I fit right in !! Secret drag show . So I went to the airport location that I can't find here I yelp .

My favorite staff and the best peeps on the block! selection is large and consistent. best bang…read morefor the buck. pay $4 dollars more at Royal Blue Grocery Store.

I absolutely love, love, LOVE the painting I did with Kimberly Keller!! I had so much fun and she…read moreis a hoot to work with! The cool thing about the paint pouring is that you can do the same colors each time and get a completely different painting each time!! 5 stars for sure! She is also excellent with the kiddos!

Looking for fun and a way to completely relieve the stresses of life? Then sign up for a "Paint…read moreWith Me, Kimberly Keller" class! She's fun, entertaining, and let's you be you, with your creativity! She's a local artist and will give you tips and instructions to help you create your own art masterpiece in an unintimidating way! Bring your friends, family, grandmas, grandpas, children, co-workers or neighbors and you'll discover how fun being an artist can be! Melanie Anderson, Georgetown, Texas

I love this place. This is easily the best pottery studio in town. Excellent firing options:…read moresoda, raku, cone 10 & midrange, and shino. The studio glazes are awesome. The community is awesome. The owners are amazing teachers and there is always someone available so you can pester them with questions or bounce ideas off of them, but the studio hours are somewhat limited due to that. It can be tricky to get into this studio too as registration fills up quickly, so good luck!

Love, love, love ESPS! Best place in town for pottery classes…read more Huge, clean, spacious studio with a ton of light, up-to-date wheels and equipment. Frequent firings and an extensive professional selection of glazes. Classes aren't crowded and instruction is excellent. Added benefit are the extensive studio (free time) hours where you can come in and pot to your heart's content. Need more clay? Right next door is Armadillo Clay, Austin's pottery supply store.

Our group had an AMAZING experience for my sister's bachelorette party! Our teacher, Sara, was…read moreawesome and offered all sorts of creative ways to draw our model... and of course our male model, Brandon, was super hot and had a great personality to boot. Totally classy yet very cheeky, my sister said it was her fav part of the whole day we'd planned for her. Artful was very accommodating, communicated clearly about pricing and how things would work the whole way. Our teacher/model duo brought music and all supplies and took requests for music we wanted to hear. There was no touching and no crazy dancing... just cheeky art, fun banter, a very handsome nude dude, and lots of laughter and good times. The PERFECT event for any bachelorette or special birthday! Can't recommend this experience enough to others looking for a unique, adult way to celebrate with girlfriends!

As an artsy bride who was treated to this special surprise, I was blown away by the creative idea,…read morebeautiful gallery venue, and super professional host and model! 10/10 AND I'D HIT IT AGAIN!! Val was so funny and talented, and Dwayne was so sexy, and so kind. They were an awesome duo, and our bride tribe LOVED it. As for the arts - we actually learned so much, while having fun. Val even got us drawing blind and switching canvases. Definitely give this event a try if your curious and want to have a good time. They'll have you coming back for more!! ;)