Every budding artist should come here for inspiration. This is not just a typical clay, throw on…read moreyour own wheel, sort of deal. Classes vary and can include crochet, painting, etc. I took my little girls and they just happened to have paint with a Princess where there was Anna and Elsa and they spent so much time engaging with the kids. They have lots of kids classes for all ages like make your own monster. Great staff and if you love to support local this is a great place!

We took two grand kids (ages 5 and 7) to Creativity Warehouse for a pottery class that was…read moreadvertised in the January Cibola Neighborhood alerts. The pottery class was $40 per child. There were only 3 children signed up for the "Kids Clay workshop", so there was plenty of opportunity for the teacher to provide one-on-one attention to them. There was not much direction or instruction from the teacher on how to prepare the clay or proper painting technique to use on clay. She did demonstrate how to attach items to clay by scraping. For this age, we felt there should have been more instruction on designing of the objects and directions on how to paint the clay, so when fired, the color would be more vibrant. The color of the completed pieces was very washed out, almost if they had been just painted with water color. The teacher said the project would be ready in 7 to 10 days and that we would receive a text when the pieces were ready to pick up. It took 21 days and we were never notified for pick-up. We had to personally check 3 times to see if project had been completed and was ready to pick up. Very disappointed in the service after paying over $80 for the class.

Great teaching! Knowledgeable instructors! Awesome tools. Friendly environment. Wealth of advice.read more

For anyone desiring to make their own jewlery, I highly recommend Meltdown Studio. Lauren and Sarah…read moreare amazing. They give individual instruction and assistance. The attached ring was just the latest of my efforts. I named it Loopy because it isn't perfect and I like it that way.

I had high hopes for this place as a beginner woodworker looking to advance my skills, but…read moreunfortunately, my experience was very disappointing. The orientation was helpful, and the hand-tool instructor who taught it was welcoming and supportive, which I appreciated. However, beyond orientation, I quickly realized that this space is geared towards people who already have considerable experience with the specific machines. Beginners like me are expected to know how to operate everything or invest in multiple paid classes before being allowed to use key equipment. During my visits, I was made to feel unwelcome and unprepared despite my efforts to learn and follow safety guidelines. On my first day, I was questioned about the design choices of my project and left feeling judged. When I asked for help configuring the router table, I was told an instructor would have to be present each time I used it, which limits my ability to use in the future without causing problems. I was also repeatedly interrupted while using and trying to learn the machines, told I was unsafe, and eventually asked to leave due to the arrival of scheduled classes. I decided to follow the owner's advice to come on a less busy day, she said that Friday wasn't as busy. Two weeks later on a Friday, I was told I needed more classes before I could proceed with my project as I put the wood on the table. This was frustrating since I was there precisely to learn how to square lumber using the shop's equipment, which I was told even by the owner, that it was the first step. While I understand the need for safety and structure, this place did not meet my expectations as a community woodworking space welcoming to beginners. It feels more like a paid class environment that discourages those new to the craft unless they commit to multiple paid sessions. I hope the owner considers clearer communication upfront about expectations for new users. For anyone new to woodworking looking to gain hands-on experience independently, I would recommend exploring other options.

Awesome concept. Erin the owner is a visionary and is providing a valuable service to the…read more'community'. So, I found this place by searching Google as I looked for a workshop that could teach me about various tools to use in some basic DIY carpentry projects. I had never used a table saw or a chop saw before this class, nor had I understood the difference. I came away feeling a little more knowledgeable and a little more empowered to tackle some small 'to dos'. Whether you have zero knowledge of how to cut and work with wood, or if you are an expert, this place has services and plans that can help you to accomplish a lot of your projects. You can take a class, buy a 10-hour punch card, come for a day, or even get consultations on how to approach projects. Erin and her staff are expertly positioned to assist.

Our group had a wonderful time learning glass blowing! We were able to make two different items,…read moreJohn made the process simple and fun, while making sure we stayed safe. We're already planning to go back for more fun in the future! I would absolutely recommend this activity for anyone looking for a unique and fun experience.

Came to Albuquerque for the Balloon Fest and saw an add for a glass blowing class. My husband was…read morea good sport and came along. We both were pleasantly surprised at how much fun we had while actually learning how to do it. Spoke with John, the owner who couldn't be more accommodating to our availability being in town just a few days. Max, our instructor was very knowledgeable and encouraging. He was very focused on safety and patient teaching us how to make both a paperweight and hot air balloon. We left very satisfied with the experience and would highly suggest anyone that's interested in trying a class there. Can't post pictures today but will after we get home and they ship them. We are leaving for home early tomorrow so they didn't have time for them to cool.

Staff are Helpful, resourceful and knowledgeable. There is a great selection of supplies for any…read moreclay-related arts.

Just starting out with clay work and pottery and the staff were very helpful and helping me find…read morewhat I was looking for. The place is very well stocked and the staff is very knowledgeable.

It's rare to find in-person classes (the best way to learn a new skill) and the NMAL has a good…read moreselection for artists of all styles and levels. Some of the classes are geared for more advanced levels than beginners, though, so be prepared. Overall, a real gem.

The gallery is always open and there is a warm welcome for visitors at the Art League. They have…read moresome amazing shows with art work that is both top notch and affordable. Be sure and check out their Holiday show in December and early January.

Digital Arts and Technology Academy (DATA), an APS Charter is blossoming into a quality choice in…read morethe assorted and diverse amount of Free Charter schools in our area! Teens from Albuquerque and its surrounding areas select DATA and come here to learn skills in Auto-CAD, Architecture, IT/ PC Repair, Drama, the Media, Film, and of course, Academics. Location is between the i-25 and i-40 so parents find the prior to 8 am drop off to be convenient. It's near Menaul Blvd., NE, Albuquerque. I rate this as a 5 because this school is a comfortable fit for creative young individuals who need both structure and the freedom to explore technical careers. I am an educator and a parent who has scrutinized many ABQ charter schools in the last six years. This is why I understand that DATA is a school that can diversify its opportunities for the Hope of the Future, our teens!

Great mid and high school with growing focus on hands on, student centered learning that relies…read moreheavily on authentic experiences to build student knowledge and tie in skill development from those experiences.

I'll admit a bias, as a regular voice of popular review on this here site: nonprofits just win me…read moreover. Very, very few of 'em don't get the five star love. It's true, right? Like, when was the last time you entered a nonprofit and said to yourself, Hey, while I can appreciate that this organization works hard to promote a great cause, that teal paint job in the bathroom was the wrong call, man. Three stars. Working Classroom delivers enlightenment on so many levels they get ten stars. Based out of probably the most storied 'hood in ABQ (Barelas) they're a tiny beating pulse of creativity, cultural pride and community engagement that shines. They're working with schools, kids off the street, upcoming artists, the gamut, and they have a resume to support their stardom. Plenty of teens who've seen hell wrought upon them have found salvation in these walls. And the last theatrical production I saw in this place burned down the house. Incredible. If you're looking to spend your philanthropic bucks on a worthy organization, this is it.

From the owner: Working Classroom is a multi-ethnic and diverse community of students and professional artists,…read moreactors and writers with a conscious commitment to supporting new and diverse voices and visions in the ARTS. We contribute to a more nuanced understanding of American identity by training aspiring artists and actors from historically ignored communities and creating art and theatre by, for and about these communities. We offer ongoing classes in Theatre and Art in our of our 9,000 sq.' facility in the heart of the Barelas neighborhood, to participants 11 years old and UP. Please call or come by for more information on the next series of classes open for enrollment.

My husband and I enjoyed it very much. We painted the same picture with instructions each strokes…read morewhich came out amazing my well even though I don't paint.

I have heard of this type of wine+paint event so many times but never really tried it...because..I…read moredon't really drink and never was really an art person or anyone with artistic skills or much interests in arts at all. Heck, before attending an event at Painting with a Twist, I never really painted in my life even! So, trying a painting event here was completely outside of my comfort zone..and I was so glad I tried it! The space was welcoming and I loved that Barbara the teacher for my glow in the dark painting session made me and everyone feel comfortable. Never even once did I ever feel like I was so bad at painting! The instructions were easy enough for me to roughly follow..and I loved that Barbara left a lot of room for us to do things on our own and not have to follow her guidances at all if we don't want. Heck, if any one of us decided we wanted to paint something else on our own..she said it would be ok, too! I loved that the 2.5-3 hours sessions went by fast! It was a friendly, easy going session and just a fun thing to do..something new to try if you never been to one for sure. Try attending an event at Painting with a Twist out if you never tried it! For a price of around $40...you get a few hours of fun event to attend..to try out some of your artistic skills...and..the best thing..your painting from an event to go home with you, too! After attending this event, I would definitely love to explore and attend more events there for sure. For events like..paint your pet portrait, for example was super interesting and an attractive option for me to check out as my next class!