A great place to learn and expand your art skills. Friendly instructors and plenty of attention for…read morestudents of all ages. You can experiment and learn new techniques to your heart's content. I tried creating glass beads with a blow torch and ended up making some very nice Christmas presents.

From the owner: Are you ready to unlock your creativity and embark on an artistic journey with us?…read moreExperience visual art classes, at low or no cost, in a supportive environment that encourages and expands creative expression. Workshops for people of all ages and skill sets. We offer- glassblowing, painting, collating, sewing, printing, and much more! A vibrant & inclusive space available to rent for classes, workshops, and lectures. A Mobile art truck to bring art activities to all areas of the valley. Available for private events, team building, corporate retreats & more! Visit our quaint gallery featuring artwork by local artists of all mediums and ages.

We are so grateful for Blue Oak. The emphasis on community is felt in so many ways. It feels like…read morea family. The different grades interact so much. The music program is another highlight. The performance at The Uptown was amazing. There are so many things to appreciate. In early grades, there is an emphasis on strengthening growth mindset and nurturing a love of learning. The teachers are continually educated in current and evidence-based teaching practices. Blue Oak aims to empower the next generation of changemakers.

This school has been such an amazing place for our daughter the last three years. We have found the…read morebest community of families that have become a huge part of our lives! Highly recommend BOS for any family looking for a school where their child is really seen for who they are, given appropriate and challenging academic goals, and guided to be a kind human and critical thinker.

Diana Belenky is the Bee's Knees. There, I said it…read more If there's one thing Diana knows how to do, it's to teach. I have had a great many teachers who know how to draw and paint--even the legendary Henry Yan--but very few who know how to teach it. With a great sense of humor, a veritable wealth of information, and a heaping dose of patience, Diana excels at sharing her knowledge and demonstrating its application effectively. If ever you were uncertain of how to, say, capture a specific kind of fold in your gesture drawing, then you need not look further than Diana for just how to do it.

Diana is a DREAM of a teacher. I am an adult beginner and new to drawing and painting, and wanted…read moreto get the foundations down. Diana is SO knowledgeable and organized. She took me from drawing in flat, 2-D to a beautiful 3-D drawing in pencil, in only 3-4 lessons. She is so thoughtful, organized and flexible - she sequenced and adjusted her curriculum to my needs and adjusted to my style of learning seamlessly. In addition, she interweaves art history into her lessons so you understand what she is teaching in context. And she is so nurturing and encouraging! I've gone through a few teachers and she is one of the very best. I recommend Diana for anyone looking to improve their skills.

OH. MY. FREAKIN'. GOODNESS. Doing this was fabulous!…read more Standing on the top platform, strapped in and someone holding you from the back as your leaning over the platform with both hands on the bar...I didn't know what I was thinking when I organized a group of people to come here and learn to swing like they do in the circus. I know I was thinking it'd be fun and that indeed, it was. For $35/person (cash or check only), you get the basics in learning the safe and correct way to swing on the bar, letting go of the bar, doing a back flip as you land and last but not least, being "caught" by a Trapeze Pro staff member. Marek and his staff of Daryl, Hope and another lady were so friendly, encouraging and patient that they make you feel at ease as your fear of falling or hurting yourself sinks in as you climb the ladder up to the platform. They're first concern is your safety and of course, making sure you have fun. What I learned is that you gotta give 110% trust these guys. They've been doing this for ages and when they bark their orders, you just gotta do as they say without thinking about it...even if the order is to let go of the bar so you can fall down to the net. The location is definitely lovely. A giant trapeze rig in the outdoors, surrounded by trees and sometimes, rattlesnakes and mountain lions (we had the fortunate pleasure of not seeing either). There are picnic benches and seats for you to sit at. You can bring food but they just ask you to dispose of your own waste. There's a port-o-potty on the grounds as well. Come wearing track pants, sweats or leggings and flip flops or sandals are ideal since when flying, you should be shoe-less or you can wear socks. T-shirts are fine, but since you'll be hanging upside down, you'll either want to tuck in your shirt or you may be flashing your fellow friends. My group of 8 got around 8 swings each on the trapeze. Group are usually 7-10 people and if you have more than 10 you get a 10% discount. In planning a group, I suggest you collect money from everyone BEFORE you arrive because if someone bails out last minute, at least you've gotten their money and aren't stuck paying for them out of your pocket (which is what happened to me). So hold onto that white trapeze bar, look at the Tibetan flag and when Hope says "Ready!" you make sure you bend your knees so that when she says "Hep!" you jump up and there you are...swinging on a trapeze.

Some of the best things in life are the experiences that follow you through your life. I am a…read moreperson absolutely petrified of high places. I am also someone in control of my daily destiny, as well as that of others. This makes for a double whammy with the Trapeze Pro experience. . . Enter Marek (Maw-Rek) and his incredible crew. First, the location is set in the beautiful back country area of Sonoma. You can't help but relax as you drive through the trees to your destination. Everything is set up outside, so YES, you are going to be flying up in the trees (well not IN the trees, but with them). There are trampolines and other hanging apparatus to enjoy yourself with while waiting for your class to begin. Second, Marek, and the entire staff are all so very nice, funny, and encouraging. You feel safe, and you "know you can do this". . . Instructions are clear and concise. Listen to the instructions, . . then turn that logical (which will suddenly become illogical when fear strikes you) brain off, and listen to your instructor! They know exactly what they are doing. I feel for Sharon, as I had a tendency to 'freeze' while on top of the platform. But, she would keep talking, and I would eventually get myself back in order. Keep Smiling!!! . . . You can do this!!! And, Marek, scolding me for 'trying to think it out'. . . Let go of the control button, and just listen to your instructor! With a couple practice swings to get you familiar with the process, and comfortable with actually being on the trapeze, you will find yourself getting excited to complete the process, which will be to release and have someone 'catch' you. It's very exciting, it's very scary (at first), and it's all very much worth your efforts. You will leave with a bit more confidence in what you can accomplish.

Teacher Cordie is WONDERFUL! Her long time background in childhood education and her passion are…read moreunmatched. We took our kids to her pop up class and everyone had an amazing time. Highly recommend!

Teacher Cordie is the best with kids! My older daughter attending classes from 2-3 years old and…read morenow my young daughter is attending at 1.5 years old. Classes incorporate so many aspects of art like music, singing, and working with mediums of all kinds. I love the art that the girls have brought home. The Soda Canyon location is stunning. It's surrounded by nature with outdoor/indoor options depending on weather. Couldn't recommend more for littles to be introduced to art!

This year, I have had several opportunities to use my art and Art therapist skills in facilitating…read moreart projects with participants of the Brown Street Gallery in Napa, adults with developmental disabilities. What a wonderful bunch of warm and upbeat people! I gave them opportunities to design and paint fine art notecards; paint on fabric to make a pennant and a group personal "Flag project"; collage and paint a "Treasure Box" using vintage cigar boxes (thanks to Community Projects store in downtown Napa); cut, design/layout in pattern- colored paper shapes like artist Matisse did in his later years; design and glue natural objects-beach glass, twigs and smooth stones-into people, cats, dogs, lighthouses-painting the backgrounds, for 3D effect works of art. The resulting art was incredible, and the camaraderie between them was heartwarming. Such creative minds, and intriguing personalities! A wonderful time was had by all, including me!

From the owner: Brown Street is a small, art-focused day program providing services for 30 individuals with…read moredevelopmental disabilities. Individuals have the ability to earn money through the sale of their creative expressions. We host Art Shows regularly with opening receptions at the gallery. We provide support to increase individual abilities and skills to make use of community services and further extend independence.

Janna was wonderful and professional to work with, I needed headshots with a quick turn around and…read moreshe was able to accommodate my needs exactly. The location for the photos was a beautiful and special spot in downtown Napa, and her calm demeanor put me at ease while we took the photos. It was quick, easy and affordable. I will be definitely using her going forward for all my photography needs and recommending her to anyone who needs it. Thank you Janna!

We couldn't be happier with our experience working with Janna for our elopement. From start to…read morefinish, she was punctual, kind, and professional. As we weren't local to the area, her knowledge of the location was invaluable. She went above and beyond by taking the time to tour the winery property beforehand to find the best features and ideal lighting. Her attention to detail truly showed in the photos, which turned out absolutely stunning. She captured every special moment perfectly. We are so grateful to have these beautiful memories to look back on and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented and dedicated photographer!

The good: Food was excellent, server was polite & knowledgeable. Facility grounds were lovely…read more The bad: Timing of food service. 6 adults - took approximately 10 minutes from first person served to last - etiquette suggests that all wait until all served, so first served food was cold. Check included 23% "surcharge", with gratuity expected in addition. Why not just add 23% to menu prices?

Not sure why I didn't know this existed but so happy it does. The 'CIA' is walking distance from…read moreOxbow Market so me and my daughter just decided to walk in. The outside area was so nice we agreed that we'll have to return in Spring to enjoy it. Inside there's a CIA store with so many kitchen items. I spoke with the employee there and she shared her knowledge of the two CIA facilities, there in Napa and the other in St Helena. She was super friendly and it was nice to meet her. We ventured into the museum which for me, someone who enjoys and appreciates food and cooking, I loved. This culinary collection was amazing. We also got to view the long wall of viticulturist which was interesting. Take a look at my photos to view CIA's testing kitchens. Very cool. This facility also has a restaurant, The Grove and an open area to rent for special occasions. Since the restaurant was closed, when I'm in Napa again, I'm definitely going to try it.