I definitely recommend this for your kids! I have an 8 year old who loves this! They have different…read moredays and different times! Such a nice location too! Great staff!

Wow! My son has been attending on and off this class for a little over 2 years and going on 3. He…read moreloves it and we love that he loves it. He started with Pastels, he's now onto watercolors and he's excited to go to oils. The reserving of classes is easy. The staff helps you out if you have questions. Shout out to Jelisa!!! (I hope I spelled that correctly). She's been so cool with my kids. The prices are fairly priced. The prices of the supplies are actually better than Amazon. Trust me I've looked. This place is not just for kids. I took some classes here too but unfortunately due to my schedule I had to stop. What's really great is that my son is really learning how create art from the basic foundations. For example, I didn't have extensive art classes, I was pretty much self taught so the way I do things is my way. So my kid sees me do something and says to me, "why don't you try this" and proceeds to show me something he was taught there. Immediately I'm like, "Dang, that would have made it easier." My point is, he's being taught and he's getting it! His artwork has definitely improved and he's super proud of his artwork and that's what's this is about. The classes are about 1-hour long and if you're a parent who likes to wait outside I highly recommend Oceano's on the corner. Get some food and a drink and it'll be your own weekly date. Art with Larisse also offers private parties and events. Check them out.

Awesome school for performance arts students. The Seniors are allowed to paint their parking spots…read more They are very talented. They have performances with theatre shows, dance recital, instrumental concerts, etc. here. There are so many ways that they showcase their talent. This school has produced celebrities, and we support it. Love that on the day that we visited, there was a 4 foot blue heron bird visiting campus. Great school.

Some students are terrible to others, there are so much people being weird and making their peer so…read moreuncomfortable. There is so much assignments that time for hobbies is so little I cant even do art anymore, which is sad because this is supposed to be an art school. It needs stricter rules and they should really do what the name suggests and help artists really pursue in their dreams.

I've always been drawn to nature and revisited landscape painting with oil paints about 7 years ago…read moreafter having not painted since grade school. I've been quite fortunate to have painted with several very talented painters who happened to be instructors, as well. The Art Academy has given me the impetus to paint not only more often, but with confidence, especially, at the painting's sometimes difficult initial stages. I dove into the class after having had it recommended by an artist friend of mine. After several years in Stuart's studio class I've learned an entirely new approach to both studio painting and my original goals for plein air techniques. I'd recommend this course for painters at every skill level. Jim M.

Highly recommend Art Academy of San Diego! Stuart is a skilled artist and personable guide to…read morecreating your art. -CynC

I've been taking art classes with Kris for about a year now, and I can honestly say it has been one…read moreof the best decisions I've made for my growth as an artist. Kris is an incredible instructor, knowledgeable, patient, and inspiring. I've had the chance to take a variety of classes with him, including plein air, portrait, still life, and open studio, and in each one he provides clear guidance while also encouraging creativity and personal expression. He has a way of making every class engaging and approachable, no matter your skill level, and he always shares techniques and insights that make a huge difference. Thanks to Kris, I've not only improved my technical skills, but I've also gained more confidence and joy in creating art. His passion for teaching and genuine care for his students really shine through. I highly recommend his classes to anyone who wants to learn, grow, and be inspired as an artist. Also very affordable classes for all the knowledge passed and personalized attention.

I happened to come across Kris painting outdoors with some students, and after chatting with him…read morefor a few minutes, I felt that he would be a wonderful teacher. Two years later and I know I made the right decision! Kris is an outstanding teacher and an accomplished artist. He is clear and specific in his instruction, and provides personal guidance with a positive attitude, kindness, patience and humor. He immediately puts you at ease and helps you develop a successful painting. I've learned so much from Kris and strongly recommend his courses.

Bathrooms are always a disaster and never clean for students taking night classes. The study rooms…read moreare "first come first served" basis and are ALWAYS occupied by one person watching movies or taking naps. I never see anyone studying ? It's unfortunate for groups who have exams that come in before 5 to study in a group. This is something that needs to be regulated by library staff to ensure everyone is able to use the study rooms. The library however does have the cleanest bathrooms on campus. Stalls are wider too so you don't find yourself with your legs touching the toilet as you try to close the door LOL. Science building is super nice! Bathrooms are a bit of a walk for those taking micro.

While Southwestern College offers a diverse range of degree programs, their admissions process is…read morelacking. Communication is terrible, often delaying the ability to register for classes or even make a counseling appointment. Unlike other colleges I have attended where to be a transfer student is a simple handoff with realistic processing timeframes with transcripts and responses, the staff at Southwestern College do not answer their phones and take weeks to respond via email with often misinformation. I submitted my transcripts March 15th, and emailed the counseling office to request for an appointment for an education plan. It took them 2 weeks to get back to me only to say they must be evaluated first. Reasonable, although other college allow you to book a general appointment so they can clear your prerequisites to at least register. I email the evaluations department which another 2 weeks go by with them saying that they can't view my transcripts and to contact admissions. I then proceed to email admissions for them to say it takes 4-5 weeks to upload my transcripts. At this point I'm absolutely astounded by the amount of inefficiency at this school. I have been to various community colleges and never had this amount of difficulty to just to enroll so that I may be able to register for the Fall semester. Finally, I received notice after a follow up email that my transcripts are visible and to contact evaluations for review, which I do, and they verify they can view my transcripts and will take 4-5 weeks to process, but to contact the counselors office for an education plan. I finally get through via telephone only to be told I cannot set up an appointment until my transcripts are evaluated. I can't even drop in for a general appointment so that I may register or clear prerequisites. I have never had this experience at other colleges and now contemplating if it's even worth continuing because if this is reflection of their school that promotes opportunities and resources, how am I to have trust that their will not be constant roadblocks in the future, pawning me off to be someone else's problem in another department. If you really want to transfer to this school, I suggest starting 6 months in advance and prepare to be going around in circles like a carousel.

From my experience as a student, I feel Imahni is knowledgeable and passionate about the artistic…read moresubjects he teaches. It was fun to learn about singing through exercises I didn't expect like singing while laying down or doing crunches in-between runs of the song. From his lesson plans, I felt very considered and was enthused about working with someone who cared so much about personalizing my training. As soon my schedule calms down, I will be booking more singing lessons.

From the owner: Now is the time to develop your piano, vocal, or dramatic abilities! The training process never…read morestops and it is our NUMBER ONE priority to make sure you are in top shape for the performance world!

My favorite Art Gallery in the Eastlake Chula Vista area! It's comprised of an amazing team,…read moreupcoming artists, and exceptional works of art. I've experienced both adult and kids art shows and as an outsider, you can tell the amazing work being done at this art studio. I recommend visiting any time during the week and see the art for yourself. The costumer service is amazing and the lead art teacher makes one feel you art at home. It's a welcoming experience! I am already signed up to take classes there starting in 2020!!! Extremely excited to start my art journey.

From the owner: Our Art Houz team is comprised of passionate art educators and working artists. Seeing talent…read moreemerge from a blank slate is what drives and inspires our own personal creativity. Our goal is to open doors in art careers for burgeoning artists. We are fulfilled by preparing our students for a fruitful art career or simply fostering an exploration into their personal art journey. We believe creativity, imagination and experimentation are the key aspects in creating a masterful art piece.

My son required special attention last school year. I'm happy to have my child enrolled there and…read moremy daughter will attend there very soon. They send me updates and the teachers he's had are very professional. Kudos. The Principal is also attentive in our son's performance. This is very important to me. And you will always see the Principal in the front gate every morning. Angie Thanks.

This is coming from a student who went there, and my point of view. The teachers are really kind…read moreand it seems that they really appreciate their job, they have always been very supportive and helpful no matter what. I went here after a bad school year at my old elementary school, and i had really made incredible friends and connections. So i miss this school truly. But, there had been fights and drama, so that was one of the only problems

I loved the teacher painting ability and it was a very funny experience because I got to do my…read morefirst painting and it came out great.

We hired Leisure Painting for a birthday celebration! They were very professional. Brought in all…read morethe tables, chairs, and canvases for all the guests. They were patient and explained the process for painting. I would hire and recommend them again.

I enjoy the process of creating. Don't necessarily see myself as artistic though so I figured with…read morea mosaic, it would be easier to create something I enjoyed. It was the 2 afternoon glass on glass mosaic class I took. Lauren was the instructor. She's warm, approachable, works well with beginners. Got lots of good tips from her. I have never created something that I love as much as I love this piece. I'll be coming back for more classes and continuing to make more mosaics. I feel a bit like an artist now. It's awesome!!!!!

I finally got a chance to do the indigo dyeing workshop with Lauren and brought my two friends with…read moreme! We had the best time. What an incredible way to spend an afternoon or two learning a really fun approachable new form of art, working with your hands. Lauren was a great teacher, very supportive of our crazy ideas and was a great balance of structure vs. going with the flow and allowing the students interests guide the class. Opening each piece and revealing the pattern was almost better than Christmas morning! Cannot wait to return for more alumni days.