Rina's studio is so great. She has a lot of items that you will not find elsewhere. She makes a…read morelot of cards that are so beautiful and for every occasion. She also has crafting classes in her studio. She is open during art hop on Thursdays or you can message her on facebook to see when she is there as this is her side gig.

I was first introduced to this studio from a yelp event I attended. Not crafty person myself, it…read morewas excited that everything is provided and pre cut ect for projects. At the yelp event Rina said she will be having a vision board workshop come the new year, now that is right up my alley! I signed myself and my daughter up and we spent a lovely 2 hours on New Year's Day at Create Studio. Those two hours were just what I needed to destress and envision how I want to see my new year. I will definitely be taking another class again!

did not expect to be as into this as I am but Good Dirt Pottery Studio has become my favorite thing…read moreI've discovered this year. went with a friend on a whim for a wheel throwing class and we were both completely hooked by the end of it. the instructor was patient and encouraging without making you feel like you were being babysat. there's something genuinely meditative about having your hands in clay for two hours and walking away with something you actually made. the studio itself is beautiful. bright, clean, thoughtfully designed. it photographs really well but it also just feels good to be in, which matters when you're trying to be creative. they do classes, open studio time, summer camps for kids, memberships if you want to go regularly. the options make it accessible whether you want to try it once or actually commit to learning the craft. Bullard Ave location is easy, parking is fine, and the staff is genuinely warm every time I've been in. Fresno honestly needed a place like this. somewhere to go that isn't a restaurant or a bar, that's actually good for your brain, and that you leave feeling proud of yourself. Good Dirt is that place. already signed up to go back.

We recently visited Good Dirt Pottery for the first time last month because my son wanted to paint…read morea ceramic piece, and we had a great experience overall! They offer both ceramic painting and pottery-making classes, and I'd love to return to try a pottery class. The only downside is that classes aren't on weekends and are held on weekday evenings for a few hours, which can be a bit hard to fit into our schedule. They had a nice variety of pieces to choose from. There's a $10 studio fee per painter plus the cost of the item. You pay for your piece first, then select colors and follow their painting instructions. My husband joined me and my son he didn't paint so was not charged a fee. The studio is about a 25-30 minute drive from Clovis, so it was a bit of a drive, but worth it for a fun, different activity together. I didn't realize beforehand that painted ceramics typically take about six weeks to be ready, though it makes sense since they also fire pottery and may have limited kiln space. Ours were actually ready in about three weeks, which was a great turnaround. Pickup was easy--they quickly located our items on a rack using the name slip attached. They didn't have the items wrapped either. One small thing I wish I had known is that they write your name and the date on the bottom of the finished piece. The ceramic I painted was a gift for my son, so I would have preferred not to have my name on it. If I had known, I would have asked about other options. Overall, the staff member who helped us choose our piece and paint colors was very friendly and helpful, making our first visit enjoyable. We'll definitely be back--especially to try one of their pottery classes!

Oh my gosh! Such an awesomely fun experience! Some members of our car club went to Ballis Glass to…read moremake Christmas ornaments earlier this month. Cory Ballis was great! We each got to work on our own ornaments and he was so patient and helpful! I also got some Christmas shopping done. I highly recommend Ballis Glass when they have open classes. It would be great for a club, group of friends or a family adventure!

Such a cool experience! The most beautiful blown glass items I've ever seen. They show you how they…read moredo it and they have classes. The warehouse is full of amazing art. You must go see it!

The cutest little shop located in downtown Fresno!! Maarte celebrates filipino culture, the queer…read morecommunity, and artists of all backgrounds-- and it just opened this last week! With a studio space right on Fulton, it can be easy to miss when walking by. However, once inside, it's a very roomy space! The decor is super cute, there's tons of plants, and the artwork for sale is all handmade (I didn't get pictures of all of it). I even got a sticker for stopping by. Christine also has yoga classes on certain days with payment options that best suit your budget (and I think there's a monthly option as well). There are a few chairs and a couch for lounging, and the staff member that I talked to was super sweet! Definitely a great hangout area or even just for a quick stop by to check everything out!

I finally went to Joy's Velitas for a candle making workshop. This month is Bad Bunny themed and we…read moredidn't want to miss it. Joy had everything laid out and ready when we got there. She let us smell all the scents to decide on which ones we wanted for our candles. Joy walked us through the process. The shop is beautifully decorated and the music creates a fun vibe. I'd def go back in the future for another theme! It's located in The Sunstereo Warehouse. In the evenings parking is usually free on the street.

My boyfriend booked us a candle-making class on Valentine's Day! When we first arrived there was no…read moreone there to help us and the customers looked at us awkwardly. We walked away and came back about 5min later and then Joy saw us standing there and told us we'd get started once the other class had finished. We started about 10-15min after the scheduled class time. The scent selection process and actual candle-making was very fun! Joy explained things well and it was overall a fun experience. Our class ran late so there were a few couples for the next class that walked in looking for instruction. Now that I know how it works I'd feel comfortable coming back! It was pretty pricey but Joy was a great instructor!

Nicely organized and incredibly kind staff. Geoff was a delight to talk to, and gave great insight…read moreon pens and ink to my friend. I purchased a pad of watercolor papers for a reasonable price, and hope to come back again!

Walking in to Allard's unprepared is dangerous! You think you're coming in for an eraser and…read moreinstead, $75 later, you have a new pencil, three markers, a gel pen, a coloring book, three sketchbooks and a bottle of ink! The knowledgeable clerks can help you with almost any question and they're willing to order you things they don't normally carry. I've had specialty paint ordered for me before! The prices are comparable to other speciality art stores and the fact that I'm supporting a local shop is super important to me! Allard's also offers classes and there's usually student art on display to show off what students are learning! Located near the old Trader Joe's on Blackstone it's a spacious building filled with art!

Love MHEAS&G!! It's always such a fun visit to browse around and see all the current critters and…read morecreations there. Margaret Hudson was such an amazing artist and person. I'm so happy that her legacy lives on through her creativity. I have a collection of critters that are most dear to my heart...bears, schnauzers, bunnies, birds and sea otters. You'll be sure to find something there you love, or find just the perfect gift for someone. You can even have items special made! Prices are very reasonable and the staff is super nice. I love to watch when there's an artist at the work table. The studio is in a house, on a residential street (Swift) just north of Ashlan. It's between Blackstone and the 41. Stop by when you can...you'll for sure leave with a smile on your face and something super cute for yourself or someone else!!

If you need cute gifts and appreciate excellent artwork, Margaret Hudson's Earth Arts Studio is the…read morebest place to go! All of the items are hand crafted and very creative. We've been purchasing there for several years. The artists are friendly and kind. Highly recommend.

Always find amazing and unique gifts from this shop! We've gone several times over the past few…read moreyears and found interesting and unique stuff for affordable prices. If you like Brass Unicorn in tower district this place is bigger and has a huge variety of art and more. Also great service!! Thanks we will be back!

My late father posthumously received the highest honor in martial arts. I was willing to spend…read moremoney to custom frame his certificate. I was looking for a studio or frame shop that would meet my needs and expectations. I was so impressed with the finished product, I had them frame one of my certificates as well. Golden Coast Gallery has been in business for 33 years. The workmanship of the custom framing is professionally done. The quality of the matting and number of choices when it comes to frames is second-to-none. Moreover, the prices are reasonable considering the quality of the work and materials. Excellent customer care as well. Thank you Matt, Mary and Ken for the extraordinary service, care and attention to detail you put into your work. Highly recommended for framing all your photos, paintings and diplomas.