Such an amazing class and studio! Ms. LaDonna has so much to teach everyone and is such an amazing…read moreinstructor to young children. My daughter had the best time in her spring art classes, ending with an amazing art show and reception. My daughter loved it so much that she's signed up for 4 weeks of art camps this summer... designing, drawing, painting, clay, and all sorts of other medias. Thanks for bringing so much art and excitement into Johnson City and sharing it with these kids of all ages!!!

This studio has managed to expand it's artistic horizons far beyond expectation, not limiting…read moreitself to only one field of art, but embracing the vast variety of approaches toward it.

Great business, a variety of items to choose from. Also offers knit and crochet classes.read more

I recently discovered this awesome boutique. It has a great selection of specialty yarn as well as…read morecute women's clothing and gift items. The owner is very knowledgeable and helpful. There are a couple designated times during the week when people meet there to do crafts and chat. Lovely place!!

I enrolled my 8 year old at the art classes offered here and she loves it. The instructor really…read morecares about his students and teaches the whole group in an age appropriate way. They've discuss topics like light and shadows and perspective and used various materials. I can't recommend this place enough. Make sure to stop in for any art supplies you need and give Ziggy so many pets :-).

My daughter's birthday was this month. She is 1500 miles away, coping with the state of affairs in…read moreher chosen field of medicine during COVID-times. At a loss for any kind of meaningful gift without personal access to N95 masks and other PPEs, I decided to restock her art supplies. Maybe this old love would give a little light. I combed online options to avoid stores and post office. Then I thought to support a local business in my daughter's chosen community. Art Mart & Academy is just minutes from her home. The store was not officially open, but the owner responded to my email. John talked with me at length about what I was looking for, texted me photos and was very helpful in matching the types and quality of products I'd selected online. Though he had no gift bags, he managed to find a sweet way to package all the items then texted me a photo to see if "the presentation" was ok. He also kept the required social distance from my son-in-law during pick-up. He kept a sense of humor, too. Art is a good thing to do in COVID-times. John will help you start or get better. Art Mart and Academy has customer service and the goods!

Service and variety of fabrics and panels are awesome! I love cats and there are plenty of prints…read morewith them :) Variety and tons of colors to do different s projects such is patchwork

I went in needing help to hang a blanket with family pictures for my elderly father so he could…read moreenjoy them. Lisa, the owner, was extremely friendly and helpful with great ideas. She had the blanket done for me quickly, it looks GREAT and at a more than fair price! I couldn't have been happier with the service I received and will be recommending the shop and the owner to anyone I know!!!! I have never left an online review before but she was so outstanding I had to!

Before walking over to the Lazy Lady , we were greeted to the Fischman gallery. Though the vendors…read morewere close today you can still see all of their art on the wall to be displayed. And you can even dine in the bigger room after you ordered your food from the lazy lady. There are a lot of great artists featured here with all of their art for sale. It's free to check out, it definitely shows off some of the city's best talent too. Overall, I thought this place was really worth checking out.

Fischman Gallery, an art gallery showcasing local and regional artists, also houses 14 studios for…read moreresident artists. Nancy Fischman, the gallery's founder, has a long history with clay. She began working with it more seriously when she turned 60 and was able to audit classes at ETSU sans tuition. During her time at ETSU, Nancy developed her own signature style, combining decorative and functional elements by incorporating slabs and various bisqued molds into her work. Spending time pursuing her passion sparked a desire to one day open her own community-centered arts studio. Opening in May 2022, this unique gallery space has hosted a series of monthly exhibits, featuring artists from the TRI, over the past two years. The fourteen studios that comprise Atelier 133 provide work spaces for 14 dedicated artists, working in various media. Nancy's daughter Maren owns a bakery and café, Lazy Lady Bakery, that's housed in the same building. With their new joint venture, they seek to provide a great resource for local artists who often feel as if they need to move to bigger cities, in pursuit of their passion for the arts. Furthermore, Maren states that folks after travel to Asheville or Atlanta to purchase art unaware that talented artists reside here in Northeast Tennessee. This new gallery, featuring a distinct Ashevillian vibe, offers a space for local artists to pursue their respective creative muse, while also being recognized.

What a beautiful store and so many items to buy, from handmade gifts and crafts to candles and…read morehome decor. Staff was friendly and welcoming. Great prices too! One of my new favorite stores!

Me and my wife recently visited the downtown area and we stopped into the store to see what it…read moreoffered. Staff here was very friendly and the stores layout was well organized too and it had vendor space upstairs as well though half of the space of stairs was already taken up by miscellaneous storage. Plenty of great seasonal items to find here as well and Home Decor to fit every occasion.

Right next door to Mast General's original store, this shop is filled with handmade arts! This was…read morelike a toy store to me! I spent this vacation collecting various pottery pieces and both several from this fabulous shop! I had bought a mug at another shop- an artist I had seen a couple times in other shops and I was delighted to see her works here as well. Prices here are slightly less than the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge- so you can save a little. Support small businesses, and artists!

Located next to Mast's flagship store in Villa Crucis, Rivercross is a must-visit. Rivercross…read morefeatures pottery, jewelry, and other gifts from local (NC and surrounding) crafters. I saw several displays from potters I've seen at local craft shows, and their selection is just fantastic. Their prices are what you would expect from a specialty store, but I lucked out on a 20% off sale during a holiday weekend. I'll definitely return the next time I'm in town to visit Mast!

Interesting items / love supporting local artists. This is a wonderful place to find gifts.read more

Adorable shop! I purchased a beautiful pair of beaded earrings. I will return the next visit to…read moreBoone