Very cool artists that create magical and original paintings with spray paint, some newspapers,…read more sponges and various misc. tools (like a ripped piece of paper out of a magazine or flyer), no brushes, but anything they can get their hands on within reach. Watching this in action is down right amazing. Karissa is the artist that painted the "fantasy themed" picture for my daughter. She was awesome, approachable and fun to watch. She listed to what my daughter wanted ... My daughter picked out the color scheme and the type of style she wanted which was fantasy based. The painting was painted on poster board. The size my daughter picked was approximately 14" x 22" and the cost was $30.00. With that in mind Karissa worked her magic and entertained the crowd that quickly gathered around to watch. It was a live art show that definitely entertained. So if you are in the area at Pike Place or at the Aquarium look for them. They are pretty much a street vender that sets up directly in front of the Aquarium. If you don't commission them for your own piece of art stop by to see them in action and if you are lucky enough to catch them in action throw in a few bucks in their tip jar. They have other pieces to choose from on their wall for purchase or you can find their story online at: theartsurgeon.com. The online website has video and other cool things to learn about their talent and how the art of spray-painting got started. The website looks like they offer all types of things for purchase as well like T-shirts, hoodies, phone covers, tote bags, etc. Check them out. While on the street - they accept cash only. If you want to hire them out for your next Corporate event; they do that too! According to their website.

Karissa is an amazing artist. We three pieces and happily willing to continue collecting and…read moresharing.

I've been wanting to visit Brooke's gallery for awhile now but always seem to be in the area when…read moreit wasn't open. Finally timed it right yesterday and swung down while she had a 25% off sale going on. Picked up a few items for holiday gifts. Seriously one of the sweetest people you can meet and have been admiring her work when I first saw a piece at Red Cedar and Sage. Pop in when you have a chance!

Brooke's versatility as an artist is impressive. Starting with her specialties in abstract…read morepaintings, Seattle-themed pieces, and amazingly bright hues.. Brooke has managed to transform her art into SO many forms! In my brief stroll through her gallery I saw full-size paintings, clever grid prints, cards and more. For my own purchase, I had noticed a Valentine's Day card she had posted on the gallery Facebook page. After reaching out, Brooke went the extra mile with customer service - she was so kind in showing me all the design options for this specific card. The one I picked was perfect for the occasion! I was so pleased with the whole experience. Can't wait to explore the gallery again soon.

We hired Vince for our wedding in May 2024. He was punctual, super positive, and flexible. The…read moreservice requested met and well exceeded the expectations of our guests. His drawings were an absolute hit during cocktail hour. 5 stars and highly recommended!

Awesome caricatures! Had him over for 50th birthday party. Extremely friendly. Great with a…read morecrowd/audience.

Srujana made my graduation complete! I had an idea to honor my relatives in a unique way on my…read moregraduation cap, but I knew I needed some artistic help. I found Menakshee Designs on Yelp and scheduled a call with Srujana. Srujana couldn't have been nicer and agreed to help me even though I only gave her a week's notice. She worked diligently throughout the few days we had to get my cap finished for graduation. In the end, my cap looked beautiful and I received many compliments. My family and extended family loved the design and we plan to have my cap framed now after Srujana's beautiful work. I highly recommend Srujana and plan to use her services again in the future.

For my wedding gift to my in-laws, I had an interesting idea: since a part of my wife's family is…read morefrom the Indian state of Kerala, I wanted to give them something meaningful, and get a calligraphy print of my mother-in-law's favorite Bible verse written in Malayalam (the primary language spoken in Kerala). However, I ended up frustrated after reaching out to various calligraphers with no success. I ran into roadblock after roadblock, as Malayalam is not an incredibly widespread language and most calligraphers A. don't take commissions in languages that use different scripts than English, or B. are willing to try it, but for a much higher price and with no guarantee that the finished product will turn out as expected. After months of searching, I was referred to Menakshee Designs by another calligrapher who had been unable to take the commission, but said that Srujana may be able to help me. A few weeks later, I had two completed prints that were miles above anything I thought I would be able to have done. Srujana did such an amazing job. The customer service and attention to detail was astounding throughout the whole process, from ensuring that the commission was completed, shipped out, and received on time (even when it was on short notice) to making thoughtful suggestions like including a specific type of flower significant in Indian weddings - something that I wouldn't have even considered! Through every step of the way, she was communicative and offered me options so that she was sure the work was exactly what I wanted. My in-laws (and grand-in-laws!) were thrilled when I gave them the finished product, and they have gotten nothing but compliments on the framed prints that they now have hung up as a centerpiece in their living room. This was six months ago, so this review is much later than it should have been (the months after a wedding can be hectic!), but I wanted to do my part to support and draw attention to this amazing artist. I would not hesitate to urge anyone who is looking for amazing customer service and outstanding results to give Menakshee Designs your business, and I will be doing the same to every member of my wife's large family once wedding season starts in a few months!! Thank you for everything, Srujana - I'm looking forward to having the opportunity to work with you again.

Billy's art is very unique and and perfect for any room in the home. Nothing compares to handmade…read moreart rather than store bought/ mass produced art. Highly recommend!

I commissioned Matt for a large, custom Pee Wee Herman / Double Dare piece. After seeing his other…read morework, my expectations were set petty high as I was very impressed with his example paintings (LOVE B.I.G. in a canoe) After finalizing my basic ideas between us, I was first presented with a rough design and Matt was very open to any adjustments I wanted, and worked with me to get all the ideas I had in there, and made very helpful suggestions making me feel like he really wanted to get what I have in my head on canvas. I thought it might just be "I have these 2 ideas, I hope it turns out well" but Matt made every effort to make sure I was happy before starting, along the way, and finishing the piece. I could not be more happy with Two Thangs, the work is AMAZING, bright, funny, and extremely well done. Additionally Matt has excellent customer service skills and really made me feel comfortable with my order and my ideas. Thanks!

When I first heard the idea "customized pop art" I'll admit I was a little "Oh internet..." but…read moreafter looking deeper, seeing the work, checking the prices and talking to the artist I can't help but feel that this is a genius business...I just wish I could decide on my Two Thangs, but at the price I can afford to get a few thangs!

I was gifted a Trek 1000 bike that needed some work. No saddle, rusty chain, and missing pedals…read more Kirk took the time to diagnose the bike and personalized the riding experience for me. I chatted with him while he fixed my bike and all of the prices were transparent with no hidden cost. What I love about recycled cycles is the fact that I can learn as I go and at my own pace. Kirk, like the rest of the staff appear passionate about cycling and the rider. I love knowing that parts that I am using are being given a new life. With the diagnosis, we figured out what we I'll address now to ride the bike and what I will need to up keep and maintain 3 months from now. What a great service and experience. 10 stars.

I rented a bike for an afternoon while visiting Seattle. This place had such reasonable prices and…read morea friendly, low-key atmosphere. Exactly what I wanted!

I've been buying art from Caitlin for years this was the…read morefirst time I tool a class from her. My friend and I like to do experiences together for our birthday instead of gifts so we decided to do calligraphy this year and I knew Caitlin's class would be perfect. The class went from 10-noon we had a small class only five people which was nice. You are given a nib, holder and ink to bring home and use in the class along with paper and sheet that has guidelines and an instructional book which has info about materials and where to buy them. She makes you feel very comfortable and is encouraging I think everyone in the class walked away feeling like they learned alot and was money well spent.

Tino is an absolute gem behind the camera! We had a cherry blossom photoshoot with our three…read morecorgis, and not only did he beautifully capture the stunning spring scenery, but he also managed to showcase each of our pups' personalities perfectly--no small feat with three energetic dogs! Tino made us feel completely at ease throughout the session, giving gentle guidance while still letting us be ourselves. The photos turned out dreamy, vibrant, and full of warmth--every image feels like a cherished memory. His attention to detail, color, and composition is just top-notch. If you're looking for someone who can capture real connection, joy, and the special bond you have with your loved ones (furry family included!), Tino is your guy. We'll definitely be booking with him again!

Tino is amazing! He was friendly, communicative, informative, and punctual throughout the process…read more The photos we received from our building event came out spectacular. I highly recommend Clicks & Canvases for any event you want to be photographed such as, weddings, parties, portraits, and more!