Incredible! I just took my first adult Wednesday class. And there was no hesitation in my mind to…read moresign up for a package. This is such a gem! To learn these skills in a supportive environment with wonderful classical music surrounded by art everything included it's amazing! Just in a 2-hour session. I took home new skills to apply to my own work. The teacher was phenomenal! Incredibly well-versed, very talented, and passionate, along with humble and inspiring. Love it.

My kids are age 9 and 13 and really love coming to the art classes here. The instructors are…read moreattentive, there is diversity in the type of artwork that they can do, and there is ample space for them to work. There is also great flexibility in scheduling because the classes do not expire. I feel that my children are enriched by participating in the Artist Lab!

21/100 I didn't know…read morewhat to expect when walking into the Animation Academy, but after a half hour lesson in how to draw a Disney character, I walked out with a pretty good rendition of Tigger drawn by my own, two little hands. I'm not an artist, but the instructor made drawing so easy that anyone can do it. They take you through step by step, using basic shapes and strokes like triangles and circles, and make it all so easy. I can't wait to go back again to see who I get to draw next.

I wish I knew about the Animation Academy earlier! It is literally a hidden gem for all the…read morewannabe artists out there like me. I came across this place on my most recent visit to Disneyland/California Adventure over Thanksgiving break. Since the lines for all the rides were horrendous, my boyfriend and I tried some new things in the parks that were not rides. The Animation Academy was the highlight of the trip. There are "shows" every half hour where you sit inside a mini lecture hall and learn to draw Disney characters. There is a Disney animator who walks you through each step so that you come out with a picture that actually looks pretty good! Things move pretty fast so make sure you keep up with the animator and pay attention. Things can go from simple circles to eyelashes really quickly so here are a few things to keep in mind so that you don't seem so flustered during your first visit to the Academy. 1. Get there at least 10 minutes early so that you are guaranteed a seat. People start to line up. 2. When you choose your row, move down all the way to the end of the row and don't leave spaces between you and the next party. They don't have cooties. But most of all, don't be annoying and stop in the middle so that people have to climb over you. You can see everything from the right or left sides, trust me. 3. Follow along with the animator and don't freak if you make a mistake. Erasers are not allowed. If you come to the Animation Academy and follow along, you will honestly surprise yourself with what you can create! We went three times and drew Tigger, Mickey, and Dale. You can ask the guy at the front to see which characters are coming up so that you can plan your visits around their lesson plans! It is basically a free drawing lesson that can be just as fun for adults as it is for the kids. Actually maybe even more fun for adults.

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!

My son has been taking classes here for a year and he's made some beautiful artwork. This is…read moresomeone who has never been interested in art so I give kudos to his teacher, Ms. Lauren. He can be difficult and temperamental but she's been incredibly kind and patient with him. He loves her and her class and the fact that he keeps going back every Saturday for an 1.5 hrs away from his video games is testament to this place. Everyone I've spoken to there has been super nice and helpful, even if we'd had to reschedule a class at the last minute. I must note that my son did not love his first teacher and class, like I said, he can be difficult, but the director was incredibly patient and considerate and after listening to our feedback, switched him to a different class and teacher, which was much better suited for him and he's been loving it ever since. This is just to say, even if the first class doesn't work, you might give it another chance and try a different one. Highly recommend this place!

I have never had a better birthday experience in my eight years of raising my daughter. ArtZone was…read morepure magic from beginning to end, and Giselle is truly one in a million. We had a family loss the week of my daughter's 8th birthday, so I came into the party scattered -- I forgot plates, platters, and honestly half the things parents normally remember. Giselle stepped in and covered everything with so much grace and kindness. She didn't just help; she went above and beyond in a way I will never forget. The space itself is incredible. Giselle hosted the kids through the most thoughtful art activities, and every child went home with at least three creative projects. You can feel her purpose in the way she runs her studio. As she shared her story about being an adventurous child who loved the outdoors, it became so clear that she has created a space where children can truly thrive. It's not just a venue; it's an experience. The environment is unique, warm, imaginative, and filled with details that clearly come from someone who genuinely loves what she does. My daughter and all her friends are already asking to go back and arrange playdates there -- the play area alone is unlike anything else in the neighborhood. The party was incredibly affordable for the value we received, and worth every single penny. ArtZone is a Gem - Highly recommended

Amazing and nothing negative to say. My child attending a…read moreday camp and she can't wait to go back. The owner Giselle has literally thought of everything to keep kids funny engaged and entertained. Come check it out and you're child will love you for it.

Just finished my wife's and i"s date night. Ended up inviting my sister and her boyfriend and a…read morecouple cousins, i think everyone thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, we brought our cab wines gouda cheeses and deli meats. Davids charisma made us feel at home and welcome. He made it look super easy during demonstration. Went into it super confident but man, definitely need more finesse. My wife and i will definitely be taking classes because we found a new hobby.

We took a duo pottery class with David and it was amazing. He was super patient and taught us all…read morethe great techniques to us beginners. Having Sokkit around was a blast, we played soccer and he's very very good. Can't wait to have our outputs back after they've been produced!

This is an amazing place to visit( They had an exhibit of futuristic cars and their library is…read morespecial. I was impressed by the talented students who combine the scientific rigor and the artistic touch.

The ArtCenter College of Design had a terrific classic car show that featured an eclectic variety…read moreof the areas best classics,vintage and collector cars,trucks and motorcycles! The cars were all excellent and the owners shared great "gear head" stories! Along with perfect blue skies and overlooking the scenic Rose Bowl Linda Vista area of Pasadena and beautiful Angeles National Forrest the event featured scrumptious food and drinks,vendors,music and a terrific group of car lovers,families and visitors ! The staff handling the event-known as "The Pit Crew"-Were all very friendly,helpful and courteous! We all had the very best time at the event! . . . . . #artcentercollegeofdesign #accod #accd #seetheusa #godisgood #carshows #lindavista #pasadena #rosebowl #pitcrew #cardesign #goodtimes #classiccars #insta360x3 #360photography #carphotography

We moved further away and therefore haven't been able to take lessons at VAW for years. The…read moreopportunity to join the World Building Workshop came up for us, so we decided that the drive would be worth it for my child to participate in it. My child is on the younger end of the age range, and I was concerned that the long session might be too much for them. When I went to pick my child up, they were BEAMING from ear to ear about what a great time they had. They said they were not bored at all and that they were now a BIG KID because they were able to be in class and sit along with older children. It motivated them to continue to create and explore more.

Valley Art Workshop feels unique. I cannot keep this valley gem to myself. Miles Lewis, owner, has…read morebeen teaching my kids for so long. I have tried to quit VAW but The Force is too strong. The price is reasonable, the location is charming and the teacher is a skilled, smart, kind, supportive, talented artist. When you walk into the studio, you are surrounded by different styles of art. I was floored to find out that they were mostly created by Miles. He's the real deal, a fine artist with patience and personality. I feel lucky that my kids attend. It's just a cool, peaceful place to be if you want to become a better artist.

My daughter has been taking classes at The Arterie since the beginning of the school year. I can't…read moretell you how much she loves it! She loves going in, getting her things together and starting to make something. She loves that she has freedom to express and create... with some guidance and feedback but also enough room for her work to be HER work vs a cookie cutter composition that looks exactly like some other artist. She gets to see and play with art the way she wants to, AND I love bringing pieces home and hanging them on the wall. (Talk about a self-esteem booster for her!) I love that Cara and her team bring real art concepts to the kids in a way that they understand and relate to. I highly recommend The Arterie to anyone who is looking to support their child's artistic expression. It's sooooo important... And as an artist myself, I just love creating a love for arts with kids without judgement or assessment.

We love the mixed media class! Having art time is such a special thing for my girls. They can let…read moretheir imaginations run wild and explore all kinds of artistic techniques. The teachers and owner are so sweet and such big hearts for teaching love of art to all. Highly recommend for kids of all ages.