I arrived on a Sunday at 1:30pm while it seemed the galleries were in transition or preparing for a…read morebig sale of items and art in the week ahead. A lot of artists coming and going with their art and supplies and other donations that appear to potentially benefit the organization and/or the artists. Everyone was kind and welcoming as I browsed what art was on the walls for exhibition or sale, as well as what items were laid out on tables for classes and for sale. I've included a lot of information brochure photos to help offer a sense of what classes and events are held.

Very nice art gallery with 2 separate shows running simultaneously. Great organization to join and…read morebelong to. They have a small gift shop for artists to sell smaller items.

The BAA is an association of artists, both amateur and professional, who meet bimonthly at the…read moreInstitute of the Arts in Wyomissing for a demo or other art related presentation. They also have workshops every Thursday including portrait and figure study. Very supportive group. check out www.berksartalliance.com

Took a ceramics class and had a wonderful time. Great studio, fantastic teachers and open studio…read moreoptions too! They have events for local artists. This is a great organization!

I have been to the CCAA a few times for events and classes. Their recent renovation has made the…read moreplace look modern and inviting. I really love the style and enjoy working with the employees. It's also a great spot to stop in for a unique, local present!

My first experience at the Carlisle Arts Learning Center was seeing Dr. Eliseo Rosario's…read morephotography art show. The last time I was inside this building was at a quaint French restaurant called the California Cafe. The former Carlisle pediatrician, now photographer, is capturing striking examples of the area, animals, and nature in his art show at the Carlisle Arts Learning Center. My favorite photo is the capture of the majestic eagle. Dr. Rosario's art show ends August 2. Free parking on Saturday at the Comfort Inn parking lot across the street from CALC. No admission fee to view current exhibits at the Carlisle Arts Learning Center.

A beautifully art filled hall. Lots of inspiration and peace. Bought a couple of pieces as gifts…read moreduring the holiday season that were reasonably priced as well as much more appreciated since they were hand crafted items. The staff was very nice and informative, but not hovering. During a second visit, their display on the second floor was very educational regarding historical facts about the areas minority situations and happenings. Looking forward to returning again in the near future and perhaps taking a class at some point hopefully. Highly recommend a stop in next time your in Carlisle.

I went to the wrong location for my friend's photography exhibit. But while here, I forgot how…read morebeautiful the historic Art Association's building is and how wonderful a venue it is for showcasing area artists and appreciating visual art. I couldn't help but notice two oil-on-canvas paintings by the current artist, Sarah Mendez. Currently, Sarah is one of the featured artists and has an exhibition that ends tomorrow, April 2. If you're looking to personalize your home decor, add artwork to help define your personal space. Seven days a week, there is no admission fee for admittance to the Art Association of Harrisburg for a unique art experience. The Art Association also offers art education classes; check out their website.

The Art Association is nestled downtown just around the corner from the library. I've lived in the…read morearea my whole life and never even knew it was there! I took a wonderful paint class with a top notch artist to teach us. Her directions were clear, she didn't move too fast, and she was always willing to help. I so enjoyed myself. So much that I'm thinking of taking up classes there. They offer watercolor, acrylic, and oil paint classes. I'm really intrigued by the clay class held in their clay studio on Reservoir Park. The prices are very reasonable too.

When I went in search of acrylic painting lessons, I was very hesitant about hiring Joanna Becker…read moregiven her youth and inexperience, but I figured the risk was low since I was a total neophyte to painting and art. Now, looking back, am I ever glad I decided to "take a chance" on her! Joanna is an incredibly good teacher - dependable, dedicated, thorough, responsive, knowledgeable, and caring. In just a short time, I found I had learned so much about the physical and perceptual sciences behind creating art as well as the basic skills and concepts such as atmospheric perspective, color palette choice & planning, color mixing, light and shadow (and their use and rendering), tone, and value ... I could go on and on. She listens well, she provides excellent and responsive guidance, she answers questions directly and clearly, and she delivers intelligent, insightful, and helpful feedback and criticism in a kind and tactful way. Joanna truly seems to be a natural born teacher. I could not be happier with the quality and quantity of instruction she has delivered again and again. She has worked me hard (as I requested she do) and challenged me with each lesson's project, but the learning I have done and the progress I have made in my painting skills in just a few months truly astounds me. If you are serious about learning how to paint - even if it is at a more leisurely pace than I have chosen - don't hesitate. Hire this woman! Jonathan E. Brill, Ph.D. Voorhees, New Jersey eMail - Jonathan.Brill.wh82@Wharton.UPenn.edu November, 2020

Dance recital gives preference on stage to favorites. Paid $50 (crazy!) to see our granddaughter…read moreonly to see her in back row barely visible. Other groups rotated dancers so all could be seen. Sad

I booked a drawing class for my daughter. Everything that I booked indicated that it would run from…read morebeginning of June to mid-August. I go to drop her off last week and was told the class was canceled. So before driving her in again I decided to check online and the remaining classes were all canceled. Evidently their schedule runs different over the summer and they just "cancel out" the remaining classes. I would have never booked had I know it was only 4 classes of someone standing there and watching kids draw. My daughter learned nothing and the teacher was just a glorified babysitter claiming to know art. Very disappointed. Be very very cautious when booking. Read every little thing.