Discovered this gem through a LivingSocial offer: BYOB mixed media arts class for two for $55…read more Booking: Due to the demand for such a unique class and the typical size of classes (4-8 people), you'll want to book 2-3 weeks in advance. I called in early January and booked a class for the last Friday of the month (about 2.5 weeks out). The Location: Nice, quiet neighborhood tucked in the hills off the 192. She's at the end of a cul-de-sac, so there is a good amount of street parking. You walk down a long driveway, take some stairs down into the hillside, and then you enter LeAnne's adorable and intimate art studio. There's a canopy overhead made from yards of fabric loosely draped over tree branches. Two little tents house vintage aprons to protect your clothes, LeAnne's own artwork examples, drawers full of arts supplies, and more. There's a cute little wicker patio furniture set off to the side, next to the rabbit cage. And everything is lit by strings of twinkling lights. Wonderful atmosphere to get the creative juices flowing! The Group & the BYOB aspect: I went with a coworker, and we were joined by a couple. There was supposed to be another couple coming, but they cancelled. Personally, I was pleased with the small size of our group, because it facilitated great conversations and we all really opened up to one another! My friend and I brought our own beer and some cheese and crackers. The other couple brought wine and cheese as well. Highly recommend bringing a good array of treats to snack on while you work; it makes the whole thing seem like a fun weekend gathering among good friends. The Experience: The class is listed as a 2.5 hour class. We stayed from 6pm to nearly 10pm. We got so into our artwork and our conversations, and everyone was having such a great time, I had no idea we had been there so long! LeAnne was amazingly patient and never rushed anything, always allowing us to take as much time as we wanted on each layer of our artwork, and really encouraging both our art and our conversations to develop and grow organically. Her instructions were the perfect balance: enough guidance and suggestions that I didn't feel totally lost, but without strict boundaries, gently pushing me to take creative risks and explore. Not only was the art process itself a great experience, we had a great time getting to know the other couple in our group. I feel like this is the type of class you could make some great friends in! Recommendations: 1. You do have an apron, but you should still wear clothes you wouldn't mind getting paint on! I made the mistake of coming straight from work and almost ruined a pair of nice work pants... (my coworker saved them though!) 2. Bring snacks! If it wasn't for the second group, our snacks would have been long gone early on. 3. Bring a plastic bag or a tarp to put your painting on when you drive home! You put a lot of layers of media on your canvas, and it may not be dry when you leave. All in all, I'm incredibly happy I stumbled upon this LivingSocial deal. I would go back for another session in a heartbeat, and I highly recommend it to friends, couples, anyone at all. There's nothing else like it in the Santa Barbara area, and it's an experience worth trying at least once. Even if you don't think you're creative! You will make a masterpiece, and it will be associated with a great night.

The whole event was great but the towards the end when it came down to pay most of my groups of…read morefriends had groupons and the owner seemed very irritated like as if she didn't want us to use them.

There is a lot of everything for any artist of all shapes and form. You will find lots for mixed…read moremedia too and it could definitely take me 3 seconds for inspiration! If you're feeling down in the dumps from being stagnant... visit here and you won't be disappointed! Now the staff we encountered are probably the most perfect staff members for a place like Art From Scrap. They were so friendly and I felt at home amongst what some would call junk! So, considering that I found more treasures than your average typical artists... then the staff would be considered diamonds amongst the rough. Prices were well within my starving artist budget and I can say that the value of what was sold has me dreaming of returning everyday! Alas, my creativity has been sparked again and I am grateful for the staff for all the help they provided but mostly because the selection is priceless!! Love love LOVE this place!

Loveeeee Art From Scrap! I can spend at least a couple hours in there every time I go. I am always…read moreinspired and the employees are so kind. The prices are great and the selection is amazing. I hope to participate in a workshop soon. They sell everything from pencils, pens, photos, books, magazines, art, jewelry, knock knacks and more!

I went to a holiday card-making free event that Brian offered as a holiday gesture. It was really…read moreenjoyable. He did a good job demonstrating how to draw a snowflake (the theme), plus he gave us some background about how Snowflake Bentley was the first person to photograph actual snowflakes. Super interesting. I'm not very talented, yet that wasn't the point. The point was to be creative and have fun, both of which occurred. If I did wax art again, I would do a cream-colored card so I could see what I was drawing. I would also sit under a strong light. I recommend Brian's art classes to adults (and their families).

My 8 yo son and his friend took the comic drawing class with Brian and they loved it! They already…read morelove making their own comics and they said they had a blast and he helped them with their drawing and with creative ideas. They've asked to do another class, which we'll prob sign up for in a couple months. Great experience and I recommend for anyone looking to take art classes!

Saul and Saul- Thank you for a wonderful experience and so much interesting information on glass…read moreblowing history. My husband and i will be back and we'll be bringing our loved ones so they can experience the joy you put into your work. Just excellent!

Saul Jr. is a wonderful instructor! He's very patient, kind and knowledgeable! I surprised my best…read morefriend from FL with this experience when she came to visit me for my birthday. You could say we're rather "classy" ladies as we both love to take art and craft classes. Hands down this was the best class and finished product either of us has ever made! Thank you Saul, Jr!!

I took my 11 year old daughter and her friend for a summer paint fun at the park! They had a blast!…read moreThey were so excited about their finished art work! Ella was so patient and helpful! Highly recommend and we will be back this summer!!!

I cant recommend Painted Lemonade enough! Ella did a class for my 12 year old daughter and my 10 +…read more7 year old son. It was too much fun and gave us a bit of the painting bug! Ella is just so wonderful you will be thrilled to get a few hours to paint with her!

After meeting local Artist Danielle Renee at an Elite Yelpers event, I was inspired have her at a…read moreBirthday party I was planning. What an Amazing opportunity. On February 17th 17 of me and my Friends gathered at the Palace Grill on the Patio! Yes they have a party space ( which had gone unused for years). The Palace Grill patio is a great spot to have a Great Party. Danielle Renee brought her Amazing talent and she captured the groups desire to make Great art . We drank great Wines and painted with wine Danielle taught us how to work out the brushes along with other techniques. Her wonderful personality and outgoing manner created the perfect atmosphere. Thanks Danielle Renee for turning a party into an Event! Ronnie S

Danielle is an amazing artist, teacher, wine enthusiast, roller skater and dancer!! There is…read moreabsolutely nothing this hustler cannot accomplish. She's so approachable and professional in all of the different ways I've utilized her businesses. I love coming to her art shows to see her beautiful custom art work, purchasing her postcard and greeting card watercolor art at maker markets, and attending her exciting private and group wine classes. Danielle is so talented and I love seeing her creations, but I also love that she makes art accessible to everyone. She's lovely to work with and makes sure everyone leaves happy. Her wine art classes are not only fun, but a great way to learn about amazing local wines and how they work as an art medium. I never would have imagined (even though I've spilled plenty of wine in the past)!

My daughter has been riding with Sadie for the 2 1/2 years now but am just now writing a review…read morebecause a) I feel I have enough background at this point to share an informed review, and b) I see some negative reviews that confuse me. RP was recommended to me by another parent at my daughters school and I was taken with RP immediately. Sadie loves her animals, and passes that love and respect on to the kids. While my daughter is not required to muck or feed, she loves taking part in these essential activities which are part of the whole horse experience. Caring for the horses is a beautiful thing and it has created such a bond between my daughter and all the horses, even the ones she doesn't ride. This, as well as all the general horse-care instructions Sadie imparts is what has made my daughter so comfortable on and around horses. I have shared RP with 3 other families that have all had great experiences with Sadie. RP is a small, family-run organization. As I see it, they are providing the community with a wonderful service: the chance for kids to learn horsemanship and riding skills without spending a fortune. As a former horse owner, I know Sadie is not making money off RP. She's doing it because she wants to share her love of animals/horses with kids. That is exactly what she's done with my daughter and I am so grateful to have a place like this in SB.

Scammed me and many others out of camp in summer of 2024. Came up with many excuses as to why she…read morecouldn't provide us the week camp. I showed up the day it was supposed to begin (earl Warren show grounds) and police were there escorting her off the property. Stay away!!!

The service here is outstanding. I had been here for an art showing on horses in August on first…read moreThursday and it was incredible. The selection of work is good he re. No piece is like another. I think the selection of items was good. The clothing pieces were very accessible.