It's my only source for taking classes. It def has a preference for pottery over paintingread more

Excellent art school in the BerkShires that offers a wide array of art classes all year round. The…read moremain building is also a historical landmark and looks like a ginger bread house or a house out of a cartoon.

How can i forget Women's Studio Workshop???…read more There's no way I could gush enough praise of this place that would come close to describing how wonderful it is! gosh, where do i start?? 1) The studios: They transformed an old hardware store from the 1800s into a two story art studio that includes areas for: paper-making, printmaking, letter pressing, bookbinding, ceramics, photography and silk screening. It's set in the woods and surrounded by nature 1 mile outside the small, Hudson Valley town of Rosendale, NY. 2) The artist opportunities: They offer fellowships, studio rentals, residencies, paid-internships and grants for artists (mainly women, but not exclusively female) to come use their studios and create work. --- I, myself, was accepted as a studio intern and lived and worked on the premises for 6 months in the fall of 2005. I learned more in that six months then i did in 4.5 years in art school. 3) Classes: For artists who don't have the time to take off 4-6 weeks to work as a fellow or resident The Summer Arts institute offers 3-5 day classes (lunch included) in all of the studios areas: paper-making, printmaking, letter pressing, bookbinding, ceramics, photography and silk screening. 4) The women: Ann, Tana and Anita (the founders and owners) are all talented artists, friendly, compassionate and inspiring women. ... for everything i missed their website is a wealth of additional detailed information on classes and artist opportunities: http://wsworkshop.org/ .... sigh... I have a little piece of my heart set aside for this place.

From the owner: Women's Studio Workshop is a visual arts organization that runs residency and internship programs,…read moreintensive Summer Art Institute workshops, year-round ceramics classes, an award-winning art education program, and a sustainable ArtFarm for growing papermaking fibers. Since 1974, WSW has operated studios for printmaking, hand papermaking, silkscreen, ceramics, letterpress, photography, and book arts.

I was so impressed with Art Centro Ceramics! I went here for the first time today and had so much…read morefun. I decided to get a private beginner ceramics lesson for my mom and I as something fun to do. The private lessons and classes are really affordable! The staff was very quick responding to all inquiries and questions before my class. Our teacher Alexis was so helpful and friendly. She first did a demonstration and then walked us through all of the steps. In our 1 hour private lesson we really learned a lot about the basics. Starting from scratch you definitely won't be able to make any masterpiece in just an hour class. At the end of the class you can recycle your clay, have your creation fired with a glaze for a little bit extra, or come back for another class to glaze it yourself. They have open studio for very low rates an hour, you can use their clay and wheels. There definitely seems to be a community of artists who use this space. But even as a beginner I felt very welcome here. My mom and I are both excited to go back! I would highly recommend this place.

We arrived well after the school was closed and there was no one here. I'd read on…read morehttps://www.atlasobscura.com/places/woodstock-school-of-art-sculpture-garden about the sculptures and so we managed to find our way. To the right of the school building, there's a "Welcome to our Sculpture Park and Nature Tail" sign but not much nearby. Yep, the nature trail part and you'll end up walking at least a half mile and maybe more before you start to spot the sculptures on a trail that branches off to the right. If you're here in the warmer weather, you'll want to be prepared with some bug repellent spray as they were all around us today. But we managed to find the sculptures and enjoyed the trail. I'm definitely a fan. Note that there is going to be limited cell coverage in this part of Woodstock, so as always, bring a friend when you're hiking! [Review 11493 overall, 1273 of 2019.]

Wonderful instructors, knowledgeable and welcoming. Wide variety of classes to choose from and the…read morestaff is so helpful. Easy to register on line and a wide variety of basic classes and advanced classes, depending upon where you are in your practice. A mix of professional artists continuing to hone or learn new media and first time or returning artists who have had other careers. Fantastic environment and equipped studios.

This is an amazing place ! I improved my skills at Reilly, I…read morerecommend this place, is convenient, parking, easels, etc.

I love this gallery right in the heart of the village but also love the classes Betsy teaches…read more She's constructive, kind, helpful and inspiring with her own work. The students are welcoming and warm; we bond! And I can't wait to travel with Betsy to paint abroad some time. As good as it gets!

From the owner: Exhibiting works in watercolor by Betsy Jacaruso, the Cross River Artists, and guest artist…read moreexhibitions. Art classes and workshops offered year-round, located in the Village of Rhinebeck, New York. Watercolor schedule: Mondays 10-1 Tuesdays 2-5 Wednesdays 10-1 Saturday 10-1 Online booking available on website. Betsy Jacaruso, received her BFA with honors from the Pratt Institute of Art and Design in Brooklyn, NY in 1979. Through the years, she has gained the reputation for being not only a talented painter, but also a gifted instructor who teaches drawing and painting techniques as a way of realizing individual vision. Her students find her mastery of watercolor painting invaluable in the process of learning to handle the complexities of the medium.

I bring my 11 year old daughter there for oil painting and ceramics and she is loves it. She has…read moredone other classes there and they have nurtured her artistic abilities for years now. BTW I went there as a child and had a great experience as well.

A fun place to visit, to see all the statues & other assorted art they have around. I particularly…read morelike the huge sculptures and the multitudes of mobiles.

Disgusted with this center and how it handled a serious medical emergency involving my child…read more Without getting into too much detail, video footage was captured documenting an incident that took place. However the director, in her infinite wisdom, made the executive decision to have that footage deleted before allowing me, his parent, to see it. Apparently a "no phone policy" is more important than the wellbeing of a child in her care. Let that sink in: there was documentation of a serious medical event involving a child in their care, and the director in question decided the best response was to have that video evidence destroyed before providing it to a parent to review. In fact, went out of her way to make sure of it. That decision speaks volumes about the judgment and priorities of this center. This is an expensive childcare establishment, and with that comes an expectation of professionalism, accountability, and above all, sound judgment when a child's safety is involved. In the very least, maybe a little common sense? While I really appreciate the teachers there that spent time loving my son and helping him grow (really, if you are reading this I thank you guys from the bottom of my heart) I cannot say the same for sad excuse of so-called management... Because of that, I STRONGLY encourage other parents to think twice before ever placing their children at The Learning Experience. Ironically, this was in fact a "learning experience" ...just not one I would recommend!

From the owner: The Learning Experience is a leading daycare in Poughkeepsie providing infant care, toddler…read moredaycare, preschool, and pre-k programs for children ages six weeks to six years. Families searching for dependable child care in Poughkeepsie trust our safe, nurturing classrooms and engaging early childhood education programs. Our proprietary curriculum supports kindergarten readiness through hands on learning, STEM activities, music, fitness, and social emotional development. From infant daycare and toddler programs to private preschool and after school care in Poughkeepsie, our experienced teachers deliver structured learning, enrichment programs, and reliable child care near Poughkeepsie for working families.