I have never heard of "I'm An Artist Community Studio" before but think I stumpled upon a Facebook…read moreevent for "Art Journaling". I've always had a creative side and enjoyed the idea of learning more artistic outlets, so when I found out that they do classes, I had to join in! My friends have always talked about doing a watercolor class so when I went on to their site, I saw quite a few for the day but none in the evenings. I messaged them on Instagram and they immediately shared with me the upcoming watercolor evening classes to sign up. They do a lot of day time classes for kids but also have a variety of classes that you can sign up for throughout the month. Facebook seems to be the most up to date spot for events. This class was the "Watercolor Rainbow" where the owner provided each station with practice paper, a larger watercolor paper for our "creation" and our own paint palettes. We walked through different techniques of wet on wet, wet on dry, how to add more texture and even remove some of the paint if it was too wet. It was a great experience to dabble back into watercolors and I will definitely be looking into other classes here in the future!

A group of us went to a class with Jen at Pursuit in Ada. We had so much fun with Jen. She was a…read morepatient, caring teacher to us. By the end of it, we all walked away with something to be proud of, and a new hobby to bring home. Thanks for the fun class!

Moving from California, I felt completely lost. The community, the friendships, and the familiar…read morefaces I relied on were suddenly gone. For years, I had poured my time and energy into Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai, but when I arrived here, I couldn't find the right training environment. I was looking for an atmosphere built on inclusivity and genuine community, and without that, it just didn't feel whole anymore. I wasn't sure I'd ever find my footing here until I finally mustered up the courage to try something completely new, pottery. When I tell people what I'm obsessed with now, they're usually shocked. It feels like a massive departure from Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai, but the truth is, the most important part of it to me was always the community. If it weren't for the incredible team at Pottery Lane, I would still be searching for something to fill that void. Big shout out to Kelly, Kate, and Cat for making me feel so incredibly welcome since day one. Today started out as a terrible day, but having a place like this to go completely turned it around. Pottery Lane has truly become my home away from home and I'm so grateful for Pottery Lane.

I was given a gift certificate to attend a class and chose to do wheel throwing. We attended the…read morefirst day in the new location and it was quite spacious and well attended! There's ample parking and the space is easy to find. There was a hand sculpting class going on at the same time, with members and staff working on their own projects as well. Everyone was extremely friendly and I really liked the atmosphere. The class itself was challenging but I really liked having a full demonstration before doing things ourselves. The instructors were really helpful and I liked that there were several so it felt like people didn't have to wait as long for help. I had a bit of an advantage having thrown before in high school but had forgotten a lot. I felt it was pretty beginner friendly and they did a great job explaining the names of things without going too heavily into the jargon nor feeling patronizing. I felt really confident with the bowl I made and liked being able to add my own design to it at the end as well. I do think it would be nice to know about the glaze options ahead of class just in case that affects how we structure or design our pieces. Overall, I definitely think the one-time class was really fun. The memberships and 8-week courses really intrigued me so I definitely think I'll be looking into those!

We enjoyed our time at Painting with a Twist in Grand Rapids. Our instructor was very talkative and…read morefriendly, Vinny. It was a class of 4 including us, so we wish there were more people in the class, but that's okay. That just means we have to spread the word about this location! The space was upbeat and there was music playing while we painted which was nice. There was also a photo op station. We would go here again for sure. I also love that it is woman owned AND a veteran! Thank you for your service

Painting with a Twist in Grand Rapids is such a fun, welcoming, and creative space! Whether you're…read morean experienced artist or just looking to try something new, the instructors make the experience easy, enjoyable, and encouraging. They create a relaxed environment where everyone can unwind, get creative, and leave with something they're proud of -- no pressure, just fun!

This studio space is super cute! From the road I would not have guessed how large it is!…read more A friend asked me to sign up for a DIY doormat class with her at Spruced Studio. At the time, I didn't even know it was there - and so close to my house! I like that all materials were set out for us, and step by step instruction was provided. It was easy to follow along, and our mats turned out great! 2 sizes were available, and lots of different designs. At first I didn't love that I had to commit to a design beforehand, but seeing how it was set up for class I understand why. I had fun at this class and space - if I see another class option posted that I'm interested in, I would sign up for another one!

I saw these beautiful 'burned' hats on TikTok and found out they were made locally at SPRUCED! I…read morefound the next workshop invited a couple girlfriends and we made a night of it. We had a great time! We were all a little nervous to start burning our hats at first, but once we got into it, it was easy and not at all intimidating. It was really fun to see all the finished designs and how different all of our hats looked. We were provided excellent guidance. Theguidance. The two instructors were amazing. The space was beautiful! We have already started talking about the next class we are going to take! If you are a novice crafter, not crafty at all or consider yourself an expert, I think this is a fabulous experience for everyone.

I'm not an artistic person, but this is super fun!! Chelsea is a wonderful artist and an even…read morebetter teacher. Her casual, patient, and mildly irreverent personality makes this event something that you don't want to miss. I've done a few of these and I will definitely do more, they are great for client appreciation, group fun, or even just a date night.

Great painting classes and really cute items for sale! Tia is a fantastic, talented teacher!read more

I was walking around Wealthy St. When I came across this spot. I went inside to check it out and I…read moream so glad to have come across Unwind GR! Its so wonderful to have a hub like this in our community. The staff is friendly. I was able to browse and look at the yarn they have. They host classes and workshops. The prices for the class isnt too bad, but you do have to bring your own materials. Every Monday they have open craft night, which I plan to attend.

The service was above and beyond. I know nothing about yarn or knitting but went in to see if I…read morecould find some yarn to fix a hole I had in a sweater. Carly was friendly and very helpful and totally fixed me up with what I needed.

We in West Michigan are extraordinary lucky to have this gem of a theater. We attend at least two…read moreshows a year and are never disappointed with the level of talent and we are frequent Broadway and major city theater goers. There is never a worry that we will have a bad seat in the house and they're very comfortable to boot. I love the system of ticket verification- just give your name and they check the list.

Built in an abandoned pie factory, this arts center is vibrant and engaging and a valued part of…read morethe Saugatuck community - providing a good-sized theater, arts education in a bold, creative space and hosting free exhibits in its galleries. We visited for the Kayla Powers exhibit which was fabulous and inspiring.

This place is AWESOME!! I have been to classes here a few times - made a paper weight, flowers &…read morean ornament. The owners are super friendly and great at what they do! I very highly recommend this place. Not just for classes - you can buy glass products they make too!!

This art gallery a fun place to visit. They are open for the First Friday Art Hop every month, and…read moreit seems there is always something new and unique to see!

From the owner: Kalamazoo ARTisans is an artistic cooperative based in Kalamazoo, Michigan. It is made up of…read moreceramics artists who seek to provide a space where artists can share inspiration, expertise and resources, and enrich the community with art and art education. Visit the gallery & visit our EventBrite page for available classes, or email kzooartisans@gmail.com to find out more!