Fraud sent a $500 deposit through Facebook and she blocked me…read more I can not believe that she took the deposit and blocked me.

I first discovered Leslie on FB Marketplace. Her work caught my eye, as someone who appreciates a…read moretalented plein air oil painter--though it turns out she has many more talents. Initially, we purchased a painting of the local area for our home and just love it. Then, we commissioned her to paint a special place that lives in our hearts. And, wow, did she exceed our expectations! She will continue to be someone whose art we'll collect over time. Finally, she's focused on making her clients happy and does so in a very humble, passionate and detailed way. I highly recommend her work, which is a true gift to art lovers.

I was fortunate enough to meet Shannon at a networking event about a month ago and decided to hire…read moreher for a large networking event for the wedding industry. She created beautifully designed chalk boards that are perfect for any event or wedding. I have seen a lot of people make their own boards for weddings but they never look very elegant. Not so with these. They are placed in the appropriate frame to beautifully go with whatever decor you are having at your event. This event had a lot of elegant entertainment to include an Opera Singer and a ballet dance group. Shannon was able to capture the mood and theme of the event by putting the nicely drawn signs in a beautifully ornate gold frame. I would highly recommend her services for all of your event and wedding signage needs.

From the owner: Renowned across the Bay area, Studio Shannon specializes in hand-crafted luxury acrylic Pet…read morePortraiture, capturing the love and joy that our furry friends bring to our lives. Each piece is uniquely created from still photographs of your pet. Photography services for the portrait, and rush delivery jobs are available at extra charge. My paintings are acrylic painted on a cradled board or on a box I build for 24″ x 24″ or larger. Prices vary with more figures and added complexity. Contact Shannon today for the perfect holiday gift for the animal lover in your life.

I met Debi through a friend and ended up visiting her art studio in San Francisco. I was…read moreimmediately inspired by her pencil portrait work, so I decided to ask if I could commission a drawing made for my adorable grandparents. I had a nice photo that was taken of them many years ago, and Debi truly brought it to life. I couldn't believe how realistic the portraits were when she was done. It captured them so well, and was more life-like than the original photo. It's so nicely detailed, with a sparkle in their eyes - I absolutely love it. Every time I see this illustration hanging in their den it makes me happy I went to Debi's studio that day, because it inspired a unique gift that surprised my whole family for Christmas and immortalized the people I care about the most.

I commissioned Deb to do a portrait of my and my wife from our wedding for my first year…read moreanniversary, and it is beautiful. My wife absolutely loves it and got tears in her eyes when she first saw it. It was a black and white oil painting, her first of this particular style. Deb is not only excellent at her skill; she is extremely efficient and was a JOY to work with when discussing the commission. This portrait will be something my wife and I will treasure forever. Thank you, Deb!

My girlfriend and I were lucky enough to stumble upon Sam's studio while we were in the area…read morechecking out some antique shops. Sam was gracious and engaging, I loved picking his brain about his work. His art is captivating and thought provoking - everywhere you look there's something new to discover. Go in with an open mind and prepare to go down the rabbit hole!

I stumbled upon the Rabbit Hole Art Gallery & Studio last weekend while visiting Sebastopol. I…read moredropped in and met with Sam and was amazed by his incredible artwork - it's really amazing how versatile and diverse his work is. He's truly a talented artist and the Rabbit Hole has a very open, welcoming feeling to it. Sam was there to answer any questions and shared the background on some of my favorite pieces. If you're in the area (or even if you're not), it's definitely worth a visit! I'll be a regular visitor and can't wait to see what Sam's up to next.

Calvin is not only a great artist, but also an excellent teacher. He is a sophisticated painter and…read morea generous instructor who shares his techniques that bring his art to life. He takes you through every stage of painting while he paints and explains; and pays close attention to your work to make sure you've learned the lesson. I feel very lucky to get the chance to attend his sessions and can't wait to see my progress.

Calvin Lai is an incredibly talented artist with a detailed eye and extraordinary capability of…read morecapturing and preserving a moment in time. I have commissioned Calvin to create two paintings of memories that I forever wanted to be preserved through his art, and it is a pleasure working with him throughout the entire process. I am always blown away by the end result, every time it's more beautiful than I could have imagined. I have also worked with him as a model for his artwork which has been an absolute pleasure as he is professional, organized, and a joy to work with. I currently have 3 pieces of Calvin Lai artwork in my home and they are by far the pieces of art that I cherish the most.

My sister-in-law brought three friends from the Chicago area to visit the week before Valentine's…read moreDay. We decided to book a painting class with Alex at Alex Cole Studios. What an incredibly fun and inspiring event.! Just a great opportunity to play! I think as adults we forget that aspect of ourselves. Alex brought that out in all of us. Alex has a way, of bringing out the creator in all of us. Her studio has a wonderful feel and full of natural light. I highly recommend her for any event. You should also take a moment to view her beautiful paintings.

From the owner: Creative Painting Workshops * Private Group Workshops…read more * Corporate Group Workshops Put away technology for a couple of hours, get out of your head and into the fun of playing with your hands again. Using acrylic paint we will collage, paint, scribble, and splatter your way to beautiful paintings. Whether you have never painted before or are a skilled artist, Alex Cole's workshops are designed for all levels. Location: Private Home Studio or I can travel to your location Minimum to book: 9 on-site or 10 offsite alexcolestudio.com

I am speechless! Erica is the absolute BEST artist! She created an image and worked with me to make…read moreit exactly what I wanted. I mean exactly what I wanted, but the outcome is even better than I could have imagined! Her ability to look at my home and create a design that I'm obsessed with is like no other! Not only is she the most amazing artist, but also the kindest person too. I opened my home to her without a second thought! My friends and family are in awe of her capturing my whole home vibe! If you want a beautiful original look to your home, Erica will make it happen!

Erica did an amazing job painting a very special galaxy themed mural for my son's room. She is…read moretruly talented and was so fun to work with. She is a perfectionist and often worked long hours just to make sure everything looked fantastic and the work was completed on time. We highly recommend Erica! She made our son's vision come to life!