did not expect to be as into this as I am but Good Dirt Pottery Studio has become my favorite thing…read moreI've discovered this year. went with a friend on a whim for a wheel throwing class and we were both completely hooked by the end of it. the instructor was patient and encouraging without making you feel like you were being babysat. there's something genuinely meditative about having your hands in clay for two hours and walking away with something you actually made. the studio itself is beautiful. bright, clean, thoughtfully designed. it photographs really well but it also just feels good to be in, which matters when you're trying to be creative. they do classes, open studio time, summer camps for kids, memberships if you want to go regularly. the options make it accessible whether you want to try it once or actually commit to learning the craft. Bullard Ave location is easy, parking is fine, and the staff is genuinely warm every time I've been in. Fresno honestly needed a place like this. somewhere to go that isn't a restaurant or a bar, that's actually good for your brain, and that you leave feeling proud of yourself. Good Dirt is that place. already signed up to go back.

We recently visited Good Dirt Pottery for the first time last month because my son wanted to paint…read morea ceramic piece, and we had a great experience overall! They offer both ceramic painting and pottery-making classes, and I'd love to return to try a pottery class. The only downside is that classes aren't on weekends and are held on weekday evenings for a few hours, which can be a bit hard to fit into our schedule. They had a nice variety of pieces to choose from. There's a $10 studio fee per painter plus the cost of the item. You pay for your piece first, then select colors and follow their painting instructions. My husband joined me and my son he didn't paint so was not charged a fee. The studio is about a 25-30 minute drive from Clovis, so it was a bit of a drive, but worth it for a fun, different activity together. I didn't realize beforehand that painted ceramics typically take about six weeks to be ready, though it makes sense since they also fire pottery and may have limited kiln space. Ours were actually ready in about three weeks, which was a great turnaround. Pickup was easy--they quickly located our items on a rack using the name slip attached. They didn't have the items wrapped either. One small thing I wish I had known is that they write your name and the date on the bottom of the finished piece. The ceramic I painted was a gift for my son, so I would have preferred not to have my name on it. If I had known, I would have asked about other options. Overall, the staff member who helped us choose our piece and paint colors was very friendly and helpful, making our first visit enjoyable. We'll definitely be back--especially to try one of their pottery classes!

Despite visiting from Minneapolis, which is apparently the corporate headquarters of Kidcreate, I'd…read morenever hear about this concept until visiting Fresno. We decided to take our 3 year old to the Fresno Kidcreate since she is really into arts and crafts. In her hour in the studio, she got to work with clay and also make some Christmas ornaments. She was engaged the whole time and talked afterwards about wanting to go back. The staff was all super friendly and worked well with her. The studio was clean and parking was easy. We would definitely come here more often if we lived nearby!

Great place for kids in Fresno area. Paint, clay, crayons, watercolors - they use all different…read moretypes of medium ! Very clean ! They have different lessons every week ! Amazing staff !

This artist (Pam?) was so fun and cute! She made the painting easy and filled with laughter…read more I really loved the choices she offered (Lion and Dragon Eye were epic) and it was all so fun. I would totally do this again!

Pixie was a sweetheart and major props for her patience with me!! I'm loving the finished product…read morebut along the way I was sceptic. With like 10 people in the class and we all work at our own pace, we still seemed to finish at the same time. The equipment/tools were all provided with class fee. I paid additional for frames because I don't do art every day and decent work should be recognized. My youngest went in afraid because he didn't think he could do it. He left with his chin up and a smile on his face. Nice confidence booster! Thanx pixie :)

I can't believe there aren't lots of reviews for Sublime Time. It is the best paint night(or day)…read morestudio. Denine was absolutely great with us. Gave my family a special class, stayed longer than the two hours planned, fed us treats and did a great job instructing us. She is a great teacher and also has lots and lots of choices of beautiful paintings to choose from. We are all looking forward to going there again. Thank you so much Denine for a memorable evening and art we can hang up!

I had a great experience taking a wheel throwing class here for about 3 months. my instructor Jason…read morewas truly amazing. Jason is truly dedicated to his craft i hope his journey takes him to better places. (5 stars for him) The ONLY bad experience (the reason for this review) was with a woman named KAREN but goes by REN. She was unnecessarily rude when my sister and I came to finish glazing our pieces during studio hours after coordinating with my instructor. She speaks to you in a very dismissive tone and makes you feel unwelcome, I understand we are not members however to treat potential members this way is unprofessional. Karen made the atmosphere so gross and unwelcoming that we chose to simply leave the studio without glazing our pieces because she seemed to have an issue with everything we did. I wont ever consider joining or recommend this studio to anyone simply because of this unfortunate interaction with Karen.

This is a great space with nice people/artists. The level of ceramic work is extraordinary. It is…read morelocated in a dynamic area of the Art District downtown. They have the best Art Hop crowd. The shows are always very interesting. They have wonderful gift items if you are in the shopping mood. They also offer classes as well as different levels of membership.

I've been taking both of my children here for quite some time now and felt it was time to leave a…read morereview. My 5-year-old is enrolled in acting as well as a combined music and art class, and my 3-year-old also attends the combined music and art class. Both of my kids genuinely enjoy their lessons and have a lot of fun while learning. I've also appreciated all of the teachers we've worked with, they are fun, engaging, kind and patient! That said, I've found some of the office policies to be challenging. I've received differing information at times, and what I've been told verbally hasn't always aligned with what I signed regarding makeup classes, which has been confusing. Additionally, when the office is closed for holidays, the full monthly rate still applies even if a class is missed that month. There was also an instance when we arrived for class and no teacher was available. While an apology was offered, it was disappointing given the amount of coordination required for our family to attend, and a class credit would have been appreciated. On the other hand, when my children have been sick and unable to attend, makeup classes are not offered. I hope this is useful for others considering the program.

After research throughout Fresno/Clovis, I settled on giving this place a shot as my niece and…read morenephew also attend for piano lessons. The place is very clean - from the private to group classrooms (even their restroom). There is a yearly registration fee along with a prepaid monthly fee. My child's tuition at the time was $160/month which equates to a once a week/30 minute guitar lesson. They do have a rescheduling policy if the student cannot make their scheduled lesson but chances are they might be assigned to another open instructor if their designated one is unavailable. Unfortunately, my child no longer attends (after 2 years) but only because she has the foundation to progress on her own. The staff here are friendly and I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to start learning an instrument.

A huge selection of clays, tools, and glazes, and the most helpful and amazing people ever!…read more 10/10!!!

great shop, love the studio space and employees, everyone is so kind! Stocked up on some clay…read morematerials, great selection and fair prices.

The cutest little shop located in downtown Fresno!! Maarte celebrates filipino culture, the queer…read morecommunity, and artists of all backgrounds-- and it just opened this last week! With a studio space right on Fulton, it can be easy to miss when walking by. However, once inside, it's a very roomy space! The decor is super cute, there's tons of plants, and the artwork for sale is all handmade (I didn't get pictures of all of it). I even got a sticker for stopping by. Christine also has yoga classes on certain days with payment options that best suit your budget (and I think there's a monthly option as well). There are a few chairs and a couch for lounging, and the staff member that I talked to was super sweet! Definitely a great hangout area or even just for a quick stop by to check everything out!

This store is owned by the loveliest woman and is a well curated bead shop with Preciosa and Czech…read morecrystal beads. Stephanie teaches classes and will give you help and tips if you come in and ask questions. The selection is great but I do miss some of the curated small quantity customs beads. I know crystals sell, so I don't mind, but I used to get the MOST unique beads there! The store is clean, well organised and a great place to spend an afternoon. The value is comparable to other bead shops and it's so convenient if you just need a few beads to finish a project. I will say, the crystals are pricey, but they'd be close to the same price at pretty much any bead specific store and if you're just making a pair of earrings or a bracelet you can't go wrong shopping here!

Stephanie created the perfect birthday gift. Her expertise & attention to detail is definitely a…read morestrength noticeably throughout her shop. The Aurora Borealis is my favorite because my military time in Alaska. Cost for duplication is priceless. There is a variety of "Bead Artistry" products available for the beginner or advanced skill levels. I highly recommend visiting Stephanie for all your projects or activities.