This is the most complete and wonderful art studio I've been to. They have pottery making, pottery…read morepainting, glass and fabric art to do. The teachers are very friendly. The owner's dog is also super sweet. I painted a pottery, didn't make it from scratch but picked the unpainted one from the shelf and paint it. They have special colors that can make very pretty texture and requires no skill whatsoever. It's very relaxing and fun. They'll fire it for you in 1-2 weeks, then send a text for pick-up. It's a long drive from me but the pottery I got is really worth it!

We went for a Valentine's Day throwing class! It was the best time!!! Alyssa was such a great…read moreteacher!! We will be going back to paint our pottery and will definitely take another class of some sort! Sarah the owner was also an amazing host!

We started the teen curriculum for my 11 year old over the summer. The program was well done and my…read moredaughter loved it and learned new techniques. She really looked up to her instructor/mentors and enjoyed seeing them work on their own projects. We would have loved to continue but unfortunately we had to move out of South Bay. We know they have a second studio in Santa Monica so we hope to join that one once we can move back to our home in West LA. The tuition prices were a great deal for what we gained from the classes. Thank you for the inspiration and a great program for my budding artist!

This studio was not a good fit for my 6 year old…read more I stayed for the entire 90 minute intro class. My daughter completed her butterfly artwork within the first 20 minutes, after which she was left with nothing else to do. Unsurprisingly, she became bored and restless. Afterward, I received feedback framing this as a focus issue and inability to remain seated, despite the fact that I had already disclosed her speech delay and autism to staff upon arrival. Rather than offering accommodations, enrichment, or flexibility, the studio treated her boredom as a readiness issue and suggested another trial to "evaluate" her. Expecting a six year old to sit still for 90 minutes after finishing the assigned work with no additional engagement is unrealistic. The program appears rigid and not well suited for younger or neurodivergent children.

We are so lucky to have this gem of an art program for our kids. My daughter has been attending…read moreweekly since it started - I think it's been about 5 years now. Rafael has opened her eyes to the beauty in details around her and created a space where she is free to explore different materials and methods. While she has produced creations from impressive macro photography images to mural-sized abstract paintings (no one believes the one hanging in our home was done by an 8 year old), the process of centering herself and tapping into her creative flow is the true gift of this program. She is a shy girl who has found confidence through art. She looks forward to her weekly class and always leaves peaceful and happy. We are truly thankful for this unique place.

My daughter LOVES these classes! She has been taking them for a couple of years now and I love…read morethat they allow her so much creative freedom. It's different than any other art class she has taken. They give guidance, but don't tell the kids what to create. There are so many different styles of art happening all at once from spray painting to photography. Mindfulness is incorporated right in the beginning of class so that the kids can shift gears and more easily tap into their creativity. Love it and HIGHLY recommend this class for kiddos who love art.

I cannot BELIEVE I didn't leave a review for this gem of a place! So my husband actually found this…read moreplace and suggested it for our daughter's 6th birthday. I contacted the owners, Terri and Sarah, and they were so incredibly gracious! They invited me over to check out the space. I really like the layout of this art studio because it's divided into different sections/rooms. One room would be where the kids do their sketching, and then another room is where the kids would take their sketching to go paint. The third room is where you can put all the food for your party and they have an awesome patio area that's right next to the food room where parents can also hang out while the kids can sketch and paint for the instructor in the other rooms. There were 19 kids total and it was so nice not to have the parents stand behind their kiddos the entire time to watch them paint because there's no where to go!! All of the parents told me they had NO IDEA this place existed. Because it's on Artesia , which is quite a busy street that people take to get from one place to the next it's really not the kind of place that people stroll around on. Sarah and Terri will work with you on what kind of theme/ sketch to guide the kids. It was an amazing party! Everyone loved it! And my daughter said it was the best birthday ever! Yay! Success! If you're planning a birthday for your little one! BOOK THIS PLACE!!! Cheers!!

My two children attended camp at SBAD for one week during the summer. My biggest regret was not…read morebooking more weeks. My son, aged 5 (who I was worried wouldn't be able to sit still), learnt so much about different artistic methods. SBAD focus on a different topic/theme each day so the children have plenty of time to be creative and really think about what they would like to make. My daughter, aged 7 loved going each day and came home with some stunning pieces of art. She also LOVED the teachers who are not only skilled artistically, but are genuinely kind people who make all the children feel welcome and at home. This is the only camp (ever!) that my son and daughter have attended and been very grumpy that I only booked one week! Needless to say, we will be returning for the Thanksgiving camp!

Art with Heart! Resin Gallery Celebrates Artist and their…read moreart! Something for everyone! A special place where all art lovers and collectors are welcome!

It feels retro and relatable here. At the same time, our local gallery has some pretty innovative…read morecontemporary art. Recent exhibits include: - Augmented reality - Video - Real time live action demos There's a kids program that looks great for kids of various ages. This gallery is small but very impactful. The community involvement is also unmatched.

We did a very cute little Christmas Shell Tree Workshop with Ellie Piper at The Artist Mill on a…read moreSunday afternoon. We had such a fun mother-daughter day. Millie was so sweet, and made it feel as if we were doing crafts in our own home. We can't wait for the next project at the Artist Mill in the heart of downtown Hermosa Beach!!

From the owner: Not your "run of the mill" art gallery, The Artist Mill is a whimsical boutique that offers an…read moreeclectic mix of part fine art, caricature, and creative workshops. It is surrounded by beautiful palm trees and located mere footsteps from the ocean. The Artist Mill is a place to find interesting and thoughtfully curated art. However, it is also an environment for individuals to grind and sharpen various artistic skills through different workshops, taught by hard-working artists that care about their craft and want to share it with others.

We had Julie and her team at my son's chef themed 3rd birthday…read more Planning: Julie was very responsive and had so much enthusiasm for customizing the experience for my party theme. We landed on a few great activities that kids from ages 2-7 loved. I had a few adults that wishes they could participate. I loved that the kids get a creation to take home. For our event they customized grocery totes. Execution: Julie arrived early and had a very professional set up. I was hosting the event at home so had some worry about color getting everywhere. But her team was diligent about making sure the kids were cleaned up when they were done. My guests loved the activities, I have a friend that is a teacher and she thought the activities were amazing for kids. I would definitely recommend this business to anyone looking for a creative, fun, and crowd pleasing activity for their event.

Julie and her team are amazing with kids of all ages! My toddler and six month old loved the art…read moreprojects and getting messy. They had high quality really creative projects that were fun for everyone. It's such a fun, new, unique way to enjoy time together with friends and family. I'm already in the process of planning another family friendly party with Corner of the Sky Art for a get together with some work friends and their kids at a local park. The best part is that they provide all the supplies and do all the clean up!! Best kids birthday party ever and way better than an overcrowded kids center or overused kids gym. Definitely recommend for any birthday or family friendly gathering.

Hosted a birthday party here for my daughter. Ms Lin was incredibly attentive and easy to work…read morewith. The girls all had a great time. I highly recommend this studio.

I've had the pleasure of meeting Teacher Lin while teaching at a local Chinese After School in the…read morefall of 2017. I got to observe while she was teaching kids ages 5 and up in a weekly art project class. Her patience and creativity was inspiring! Not sure why it took me so long to visit her art studio in Torrance, and I fell in love at first sight!! I had organized an art painting event at church. So I had to learn how to paint some mountains so I could teach some folks at church. I'm no Picasso or Monet, but Teacher Lin taught me some basic concepts of painting and how to use light and airy brushstrokes to paint tall trees. It's been several years since I've even picked up a paintbrush and painted for fun and I had a blast! If I can learn how to paint for fun and let my inner child come out, so can you!! Definitely give this place a try and you won't be disappointed. I highly recommend to all of my students and their family and friends. Private and group lessons are available and please inquire about their summer camps or after school classes. Thank you Teacher Lin for showing me and igniting a passion in me to create and paint and do crafts and combined with a coachable spirit and attitude we can learn new skills and hobbies no matter what age in life! =)

I've been coming to Paint N Pour for years. The team is kind, patient, and caring, making every…read morevisit warm and welcoming. They recently helped me memorialize my sweet pet with so much tenderness--it meant the world. Highly recommend and will definitely be back!

We had a unique experience with Theresa instructing us (just my husband and I in the class). We…read morewere allowed to choose our "project" since we were the only students for the evening. Theresa is patient, professional, personable and fun! She will be reason enough to come back for more the next time we are visiting the area!

While there are plenty of instructors that teach surfing, with many of them, I don't know what I'm…read moregetting. I found Surf Blessons at a local beach event, and he totally seemed like a good guy. I soon followed him on social media, where I was intrigue and entertained- sometimes laughing at his posts. He's very animated and very knowledgeable of the ocean's movements. I was a little bit uneasy at first. I have always wanted to learn how to surf, but didn't feel too cool about being unable to head into the water to learn. Kawika brushed it all aside, and made me feel like a duckling as he led me into the waves. Before long, I was just like a baby duck, happily splashing and learning to ride the waves safely to the shore. My body is asymmetrical, so my balance isn't like a normal person's. With his long time of experiences, he was able to tailor me accordingly to my astonishment. I've had multiple lessons with this fellow now, and I've learned something new each time we go out into the ocean. Which is perfect, because the conditions change almost always.

Amazing Surf Lesson with Kawika My son (11yrs old First Surf Lessons EVER) had an incredible…read moreexperience learning to surf with Kawika. My son of course is new to the sport, I was a bit nervous, but he made everything feel easy and fun from the start. His teaching style is laid-back but very professional, and he gave clear, step-by-step instructions that were easy for my son to follow. He was patient and encouraging, which helped my son build confidence easily. The conditions were perfect, and Kawika knew exactly how to guide him through the waves, making sure he was safe while having a blast. By the end of the lesson, he was able to stand up and catch a few waves almost on his own. I highly recommend booking a lesson with Kawika (Surf Blessons) Darnell J.