Soooo cool! My husband and I were SOOOO impressed by our experience with Smart with Art. I got a Living Social deal to use for my daughter's 6th birthday. As the party date got closer, we were slightly worried because it really could have gone either way. There was only one other review here on Yelp and that seemed different because it was at BAM, and this was going to be a party at the house. We did not know what to expect, and honestly I did not expect a lot. Kara and Eric were AMAZING! The kids were absolutely engaged and all of them loved the guided painting and drawing. They were fun, prepared, and professional. Kara had a great connection with the kids, and Eric was really attentive supporting her. My daughter chose a giraffe theme, and most of the kids went home with a recognizable giraffe in their own personal styles. They came with tables, individual easels, aprons, and all sorts of art supplies. Each child got to take their art pieces home in a bag with pretty tissue as the "goody bag" (which saved me tons of time and $! No cheap plastic doo-dads!) Be prepared though, because sometimes the guided painting ends sooner than anticipated (I can imagine every party is different based on the kids). Kara and Eric were able to do a second guided drawing with fun sparkly pens but there was a lull in the middle as they cleaned up the paint supplies and prepared for the drawing. There was about a ten minute time where kids need to be entertained, so maybe a small game for that time period could help the art teachers and keep the kids active and not just waiting for the next activity. I would in a heart beat do Smart with Art again. Thanks so much, guys!!! read more

Last Saturday we had Smart with Art come out and do a party for my soon to be 7 year old girl. It was "amazing" and Kara was the best! On time/super organized/super fun! 12 kids painted mermaids and you could have heard a pin drop they were so quiet and involved! I heard from all the parents that the girls had the best time! I would recommend this place-5 Stars for sure! read more

Smart with Art has given my students an excellent art experience and art education. I was worried about not having a quality art class this year with COVID, but Ms Amy and the rest of the team have made the art class engaging and fun with the kids! My students have used many mediums so far and have produced many wonderful projects. Thank you, Smart with Art! read more

Absolutely LOVED Natalie's (our Artistic Guide) enthusiasm & ability to make each of my 11yr olds friends feel that their heart should guide their art. That no art impression is "wrong" or "bad"! And Smart with Art makes it SO EASY to host the party at your home, they come totally prepared to handle the group of children. Amy was terrific setting up the details for the party & their invoicing system makes paying super easy. No hassle AT ALL + lots of fun! Thank you so much for making our daughter's 11th birthday so special. read more

A fantastic experience! I had Smart with Art help me host a ladies painting party. Hillary was wonderful! Her patient instruction helped us all create beautiful works of art. read more

Really awful.the teacher wasn't an art teacher the birthday party ended up being a a sad and embarrasing experience because it was very bad organized. Some kids didn't even get a seat and cake. I complained but the lady just speeded up everything to finish as soon as possible instead of adding 5 more seats and cake. It was embarrasing. As a result of her laziness the birthday ended up earlier than arranged. Other parents complained too because their kids didn't get a seat and cake but the teacher didn't care, she kept going. read more

Recently had an "art" birthday party for my daughter with these creative cats at the Bellevue Arts Museum (BAM). Very cool! All the kids loved it (and my wallet did too). I don't think many of them had been to BAM before, and I was a little concerned when they said the party would include a tour for the kids. No worries...the program was totally appropriate for the elementary age group and the staff was not only knowledgeable, but fun--as they should be. I'm not sure what my daughter loved more--the tour or the art projects the kids did. The atmosphere was laid back and still fun for the few parents that hung around. I originally thought 2 hours would be too long, but the time seemed to fly by. Everything was well organized. I would have given this a 4 1/2 stars, but the smartie artie folks went above and beyond and even catered to my small number of special requests. Well worth it! I know my daughter will remember this birthday for years to come. read more

Last Saturday night we Paula and Nancy from Smart with Art came to our house for my husbands 35th birthday party. We had a dozen friends over and these ladies wowed everyone. It was an absolute blast. They were professional yet laid back and fun. They engaged and encouraged the group and made everyone feel comfortable painting. They arrived, set up all of the supplies and then took it all down. Couldn't have been easier. I highly recommend! read more

My children took an after-school art class with Smart with Art...at least that was the plan. I had registered my daughters online, but when the day arrived, I had to cancel a prior commitment and go to the school after receiving a call from the administration office asking if my girls were supposed to be in the class. My instincts were tingling as the office administator walked me to the building, stating that there wasn't enough supplies and hinting that the art class instructor was, perhaps, "not nice" (which I later found out was the handoff report given by the computer room assistant to the administration office). My instincts were confirmed when I walked into the room where the art class was being held, and the look on my daughter's face was one of outrage. The instructor introduced herself as "Sherry" and was immediately defensive--arms crossed over her body, face was frowning, eyes narrowed. Sherry demanded to know if I had paid for my girls' attendance in the class, then called the office at Smart with Art when i confirmed that the money had been deducted from my bank account. Sherry was not happy with this news. She repeated that there was not enough supplies for all the children, then grudingling offered to have me return to pick up the necessary art supplies from the school at a later date. I declined and removed my children from the class. I called Smart with Art to obtain a refund. During this conversation, my oldest daughter shouted, much to my chagrin, that the instructor was a "B----!"...Now, I am not a mother who thinks their children can do no wrong; I openly confirm the qualities and shortcomings of my children. But my oldest daughter is an easy-going, kind, and forgiving child, so when I heard this language from her, I realized the extent of the pain Sherry inflicted in handling the situation. This, in turn, outraged me. Michelle Dutton emailed to apologize for and attempt to rectify the mistake, offering compliementary private art instruction and birthday party. I considered the offer and approached my children after a cooling off period; they immediately declined the offers. I emailed Michelle and explained that Sherry's poor management of the situation was the root of the problem, not that the situation was insurmountable. Michelle again apologized, explaining that their computers caused "a perfect storm", but in essence said "move on"...In conclusion, I give Smart with Art a one star. I believe that adults on which parents rely on to help provide an environment conducive to their children's growth and development should be able to handle situations in a calm manner without making the children feel they are at fault, regardless of the factors that lead to the unfavorable circumstances. This is not an unrealistic expectation. The owners of Smart with Art should recognize such. read more

Bought a voucher at Plum District for an in-home party for my son's birthday. The instructor, Ms. Kara, arrived on-time and quickly set up for the party with two craft tables she brought along. It was very well organized and the kids are kept busy in the two hours that flew by (which is good). The kids had great fun and were so proud of their creations. Ms. Kara also cleaned up for us and had all the goodie bags ready to go. The party was a great success. The only suggestion I have would be for the art supplies in the goodie bags (which we paid extra) to be more gender-neutral. One of my boys got a pink tote bag and was complaining he got the wrong bag. read more

I was looking for a fun birthday party for my six year old and was thrilled when I found Smart with Art. They handled everything! We had 10 girls in attendance. They arrived with a van LOADED with fun, creative art supplies. The girls were engaged, creative and joyful for two hours. My husband, mom and I actually had nothing to do but watch. My mom and I both agreed that it was certainly the easiest birthday party we'd even hosted. My daughter thought it was the most fun and all of her pals loved the creative treasures that they got to create and take home with them. Can't recommend them enough. read more