Demi and Team provide a safe and reliable space for your self tapes. They are knowledgeable and…read moreoffer great feedback to get you to your booking. Highly recommended!

I had a great experience! I worked with Demi, she was very pleasant and easy to read with. She gave…read morereally good, specific feedback, too. They are very professional, but warm at the same time. Highly recommend!

Amazing, light-filled creative space that will attract a lot of artists and print appreciators to…read moreits new home on the southside. At the Grand Opening yesterday, you could feel the creative energy - the place was abuzz. A real jewel for Hapeville and for Atlanta's southside.

I cannot say enough good things about this studio. It's a wonderful space to work in, in addition…read moreto meeting other aspiring artist. Thus far, I've taken two classes with APS, Printmaking with Lucha Rodriguez and Enhanced Woodcuts with Jamaal Barber, and I was not disappointed!! Not only are they teaching you a skill, but can provide a lot of insight on how to sell your art, best practices in the industry, etc. I dabble across various art mediums, but because of my experiences here, I found my true calling and look forward to taking my artwork to the next level. You can rent equipment, studio time, and even become a member and sell your art during their annual show. What's not to love!!! If you're still hesitant on taking a class, check out their Instagram page and see all the beautiful things you can create with little to no prior formal training.

I took the beginner's class and made a ring! It was a great experience! I love jewelry! The ring is…read moresterling silver and has a jade insert!

I've been itching to take a jewelry making class at Amalgam ever since seeing a Groupon deal for…read moreit, and I finally got to go this weekend! I took the 4 hour workshop which was mostly metal working. It was an amazing experience. Wendy is an awesome teacher and explained each step of the process thoroughly. She made herself available to the students and did a lot of one-on-one work. Although we all made the same project (a ring), Wendy made sure there were many opportunities to customize it. You determine the band size of your ring, decide to have a patterned or smooth band, whether or not to have a stone set in the ring, and the color and shape of the stone. I left Amalgam with a beautiful handmade and custom ring! The 10am class went until 2pm with many opportunities for snacks and bathroom breaks in between. The way the class works is Wendy explains each step as you go along and floats around the room to help people complete that step. For the complicated steps (i.e. Soldering), Wendy works with students one by one to ensure safety and correctness. When you're waiting for your turn or letting your ring sit in the "pickling solution" as Wendy calls it, you can relax and do whatever. I snacked (bring food or buy it at the cafe right outside), socialized, and studied for an upcoming exam I had; so, bring things to do or not - just a heads up. Remember to wear close toed shoes, and be ready for an easy, relaxing Saturday at Amalgam if you take the 4 hour workshop, which I highly recommend. It's a fabulous activity for mom/dad and daughter/son dates, a girl/guy's day, or plain ol' self care. Location and parking: The studio is situated in a grouping of buildings that kind of look like bungalows. When pulling into the lot, you won't immediately see Amalgam. You will see a small cafe and a storefront with a big letter "D" on it. Amalgam is between those about 100 ft farther back. There's a small parking lot so if you're going to a class, I would highly recommend showing up early to nab a spot.

So pleased with the service an knowledgeable teachers here at Grant Park Music! I have been taking…read morepiano lessons for a few weeks now and i can't believe how much i have learned. If your interested in anything music they got you! So stoked to take voice lessons with y'all soon!

I had a very disappointing experience with Code Ninjas…read more I enrolled my child in a 3-month bundle and made it clear in person before leaving that I would not be continuing beyond that period. At no point did I agree to an ongoing subscription. Despite this, my card was later placed on auto-billing without my consent, and I was charged nearly $1,000 after the agreed period ended. I have made multiple attempts to resolve this directly via email, and have received no response, which is extremely concerning from a business that was previously very responsive during enrollment. While their program seemed positive initially, the billing practices and lack of communication have been unacceptable. Families should be very cautious and ensure they fully understand (and document) any cancellation terms in writing. I am still seeking a resolution and refund for the unauthorized charges.

they are good. a bit $$$ but at least they are good!…read moremy kids like it and they don;t usually like 'camps'.

Wanting to support this theatre but straight attitude and lack of customer etiquette…read more There are a ton of theatres in the Atlanta and surrounding area. If you want people to come and enjoy and support and encourage others to come and support for more shows, do not talk to them like you are doing them a favor for them to spend their money, energy, their time and their attention. I recommend actors to select a different theatre for acting, because the energy of the leaders is off.

I Will Never Attend Another Play By Kenny Leon (True Colors Theater) Again!…read more I had the occasion to see "Holler, If Ya Hear Me," on Thursday, September 14, 2017, but missed a great deal of the play after the opening time was changed without my knowledge. I ordered my tickets on Friday, July 21, 2017 which has an 8:00 p.m. curtain, but started at 7:30 p.m. I took the night off from my work to attend this play with my fiancé and was disappointed when I was informed that the play had already begun when we arrived. The next day, I wrote a letter outlining my disappointment to True Colors with a request to receive two (2) complimentary tickets for another play in 2018 given the fact that I would be away on business for the duration of 2017. "Holler, If Ya Hear Me" closes in October 2017. On Thursday, September 21, 2017, I received a call from Chandra Stephens-Albright, True Colors Managing Director, in reference to my letter. Mrs. Stephens-Albright acknowledged that True Colors was at fault for changing the time. When I told Mrs. Stephens-Albright that I hadn't been notified of the change of time, she said a few other patrons had also complained, and that I could see the play again for free. After informing her that I wouldn't be available before the play closed, she said that they would not provide complimentary tickets for another play, and would not refund my purchase. It is surreal for a business to admit its error, and then to not reimburse a customer as a result of the error. Edward Brown

This has to be one of the best and most fun places I've been. Latoya and Linda are two of the most…read morefun and crafty ladies around. We were able to put together a vision board that I have now hung in my office. L&L is not only fun, but also a learning experience. I definitely recommend for groups, corporate activities or even individual visits.

I've been to L&L Crafty Finds for two different events and I know I'll be back for more! My friend…read morecame with me to the first event (Friendsgiving Mixology) and I brought my mom to the second event (Woodburning + Charcuterie Board). Parking: There is a dedicated lot with free parking. Friendsgiving Mixology Class: We made 3 different types of martinis: chocolate espresso, apple cider, and peach cobbler. They also had mocktail options for those that don't drink alcohol. I loved the way everything was laid out and how it was so fun and interactive to follow along. We even had a game inside our name tags to help us get to know our tablemates better. Additionally, they had food catered, which was delicious - we had mushroom bruschetta, pasta salad, BBQ pork sliders, meatballs, and waffle-coated chicken bites. And they even had a delicious biscoff cake for dessert! We were given a QR code to take with us with all the drink recipes an we got to keep the shaker too. Woodburning + Charcuterie Board Class: I've been wanting to take this class for a while and so happy I could make the date. I took my mom to celebrate her birthday. We chose our designs prior to class and were presented them when we arrived. Just like the last class, everything was laid out and the live step-by-step instructions are easy to follow. It was so fun to see our creations come to life! They partnered with "If These Boards Could Talk" who guided us through making a charcuterie board while we followed along with the ingredients provided. And because there were 2 people celebrating a birthday, L&L even had a cake at the end! Vibe: LaToya and Linda of L&L really make you feel like family coming into their events. Their space is warm and inviting, just like their personalities. At the beginning of each class, they talk about how the business came to be, which I appreciate. I love how interactive and engaging their classes/events are, and I know I'll be back for more!

Best Burns Night Celebration in Atlanta! Great poetry, music and dance!…read moreThanks to Academy Theatre for your support

According to their website, Aris or Arís (pronounced ah-REESH) is the Irish word for "again" (in…read morereference to "encore"). I'm telling you this because I would have pronounced it AHR-ris, and I would have been embarrassingly incorrect. It seems like this particular theater company is all about the Celtic arts. The plays they produce have Celtic influence (Irish, Welsh, Scottish, and English), which in and of itself makes this theater company different. They've been around since 2013, and I'm not entirely sure if for these past few years, they have all of their plays at Georgia Broadcasting, or not. But since that's where I saw the play I went to yesterday, I'm going to venture that they are operating out of it for now. Who would have thought that within the heart of the city, there was a gem of a theater company like this? As someone who can't do an Irish or Scottish accent to save my life (well, I CAN pronounce car and party, but that's pretty much thanks to "The Boondock Saints"), the immersion of the actors on stage able to produce this accent is incredibly impressive. This theater company doesn't seem to produce the kind of theater you take your middle school class to (unless, of course, you want to enlighten them, but since parents want to pretend the night isn't dark and full of terrors...), it's much more enjoyable to an adult audience. And I am definitely okay with that! Cutesy fluff has a time and a place, but dark and witty is more of my preference. PROS: - This has to be one of the only places you can do to downtown that has free parking! I would recommend coming here a dash early, though, as the parking garage can be hard to navigate as a first timer. -Superb acting, and the actors did a good job with their various accents. They thickened up at parts, but I was still able to pick up the conversation, regardless. -A small, intimate stage, with stadium seating means the acoustics are easily heard throughout. -It's unassigned, seat-yourself seating, so you can pick a seat wherever your heart desires. -It seems like they offer more adult/mature plays (intellectual, witty, no fluff), which is my favorite kind of theater. CONS: -The lot was kind of hard to find. I drove past it the first time. (see below tip to help you figure out where to go!) -Lots and lots of walking, which means you really need to get here around AT LEAST 30 minutes early, in case you get lost. THE VERDICT: It's a smaller, intimate theater, with stadium-style seating (the front is lower that the chairs behind). On the way into the theater, they did their best to assuage confusion, with a bunch of signs pointing towards this way or that way. They also made sure to have ushers stationed around to help. (For directions to the theater, look at the below tip) I really adore smaller theaters, and despite its petite size, I had no problem hearing the actors on stage; they utilized their space very well. It fills a definite niche market as yet seemingly undefined in Atlanta acting, and I love that they do that. I'm excited to see what else this theater has to offer. TIPS: For parking, when you see the building, drive towards it. The parking garage is set off from the road, and isn't initially evident. A small bar goes up and down (no ticket retrieval necessary). Drive up from the ground level two levels (so you go to parking level 2), and park. There will be two sets of elevators. Go towards the far left elevators, and you'll see a sign telling you how to get to the proper floor. From there, go down the long hallway on your right (you'll see secretaries set up at large tables), and go to the left of them. There you'll see a table set up for the theater. You'll then be ushered down another hall and see people handing out programs.