I hired Samantha from Painted Palettes to hand letter mini pumpkins for a fall themed event and it…read morewas THE HIT FROM THE PARTY (even three months later, in the dead of winter my personalized pumpkin is still going strong and it's so beautiful I do not have the heart to throw it away). Samantha was easy to work with from start to finish and was able to stay professional despite the long lines at the party (I mean, how could you not want something so beautiful as a keepsake?). I could picture using her for corporate events, bridal showers, baby showers and any other celebration that could you a personalized twist. She can write on any material and even engraves on glass! I have not had the chance to check out her Intro to Hand Lettering classes yet but for now, I'll leave it to the pros. Painted Palettes is simply the best!

I first saw and met Samantha from Painted Palettes at a Yelp Elite event back in 2018. Then I…read morestarted following her work on Instagram (@painted_palettes). A couple months ago, my friend Kim and I took an Intro to Hand Lettering class with Samantha at Steadfast Supply in DC. Oh that rush hour traffic and $20 parking was sooo worth it! Turns out, Samantha used to be a teacher, and it shows in the way she articulates the class. It was easy to follow her instructions, and she was very hands-on with showing examples. Plus we got a pretty decent set of tools and goodies to take home with us! Since, I've purchased some of her watercolor artwork to hang at home. I am such a fan! The artwork can be found on her website or in various shops in the area. And her classes are actually affordable! Next I want to take her Pointed Pen class!

The 200 I (Eye) Street Galleries is located inside a government building, and its exhibitions are…read morecurated throughout the year by DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (aka, CAH). I was lucky enough to check out their exhibit, 'A Toast to the Boogie: Art in the Name of Funk(adelic)' - this collection showcased a celebration of Parliament Funkadelic, featuring 20+ artist' original artworks, archival works, and memorabilia. I'd love to see what they exhibit next! This gallery is free and open to the public, and there is security off to the side; unless you have an advanced appointment or access, this area is restricted. Metered street parking is available in the area. +free and open to the public! +metered street parking available

Very accessible and exhibits are arranged to appeal to school age students as well as the general…read morepublic.

Over the holidays, I was searching for a caricature artist and was lucky enough to connect with…read moreAlexandra (Alex) Cheek from Caricature Artists Group LLC on Christmas Eve. She patiently listened to my vision for a retirement gift and immediately put me at ease with her friendly, professional approach. Alex gave me a realistic timeline that allowed time for review and edits, which I really appreciated. She quickly delivered a draft that perfectly captured my colleague's personality, and the final inked and colored caricature exceeded my expectations! Amazing talent, great communication, and a wonderful experience from start to finish. Highly recommend!

I recently commissioned Audrey to create a caricature as a gift for a high-profile individual, and…read morethe entire experience was exceptional. From the very beginning, Audrey was incredibly patient and thoughtful. She took the time to understand the vision, asked insightful questions, and made sure every detail was handled with care and discretion. Her communication was clear, timely, and professional throughout the process, which gave me complete confidence--especially given the importance of the recipient. When it came to delivery, she exceeded all expectations. The final piece was not only beautifully executed but tasteful, polished, and perfectly suited for such a distinguished person. Aubrey has a rare combination of artistic talent, professionalism, and grace. I would absolutely work with her again!!!

I recently came across Mr. Goisashvili art purely by accident. I was shopping at St. Veincent de…read morePaul and saw these 2 beautiful painting with vibrant colors. I was suprised to see the price of each painting. I bought both paintings for under $4. They are matted and signed on the lower righthand side in pencile.(16x20 watercolor). I found myself a treasure.

Pridon is the sweetest and most talented person! I bought a painting from him at the Eastern Market…read moretoday. It's so beautiful and vibrant and has received tons of compliments already! His paintings are gorgeous and beautifully priced. Highly recommend!!

In my haste, I caused a small but unsightly imperfection on a drawer in my new bathroom vanity…read more Fabian repaired it beautifully -- his craftsmanship and attention to detail really showed. I'll absolutely be using him again for future projects.

Fabian did an incredible job restoring our antique table. He showed a deep appreciation of the…read morepiece's history and was knowledgable about the piece's construction. He did a beautiful job repairing the piece and ensuring that it would be structurally sound for years to come. His pricing was fair. Highly recommend.