My nephew married the love of his life at one of their venues at Southwest School of Art. The staff…read morewere wonderful there making everything run smoothly.

We experienced disability discrimination here a few years back.This is a social media platform so I…read moream going to speak freely about it with out intimidation though I realize they may try... Definitely left a bad feeling about this place regardless of a few of the good teachers that do work here my son met in the teen summer program. As a non profit based accredited establishment it just still doesn't sit well with me..The way everything was handled after my written complaint against the teacher was atrocious. It's a lot to process in ones heart and mind when something like this happens and the situation was It's a long story but In short.A glass blowing teacher who was working with the school reached out to me by telephone because my 16year old sons mild stimming (he is autistic) was making the 4 adult members of the class uncomfortable and they as well as the teacher seemed to conclude that the place was not for him because the other students and herself thought he was under the influence of drugs or alcohol... He has a mild fluttering of his hands and occasionally giggles subconsciously.. A common trait in folks with ADHD and on the autism spectrum. The teacher added insult to injury by claiming to "know how to work with autistic children and wanted to work with him 1 on 1" and she didn't think he was a good fit because he "could get hurt" Like I should trust a person like that 1 on one.Made it through the call and just let her rattle on then started up a email to Barbra the president of the SWAC at the time. FYI he has taken 2 welding classes prior from another company and been in metal jewelry making classes and worked with furnaces before. He is quite mature and intelligent. To Infantilize people on the spectrum IS discriminatory.To assume they are on drugs IS discrimination and gross. The arts community should be more accepting. This info I held back because the president elected of the school Barbra at was experiencing illness and I had sympathy for the situation but everything about this situation was mishandled.The theme was to try and prove my son was incompetent of being in a class without a appointed attendant by the school to watch over him only there wasn't any available and they didn't allow him to take any other classes he was signed up for because they concluded by the advice of the glass blower woman he was unfit and a danger to the class.This was untrue. Offered me most of my money back with the exception of a $900 credit they never honored.Still get mail and emails asking for contributions but when they redid their website my credit and history of purchases just disappeared... What happened was disability discrimination and injustice. Ran off with my credit for a $900 class too.Disappeared completely and I am not about to call them to have some bureaucrat mamm me and tell me how they won't return my money because I'm sure they have no record of it now.. Try and do what you can to ensure a good life for your kids and when you are met with this kind of thing it's not only discouraging but heartbreaking too. Made sure my son didn't know a thing about the awful things the teacher said but he was disappointed the classes got canceled and just didn't feel like a safe space for him anymore so never used my $900 credit of what they didn't refund me.

I always check in to see what the latest theater performance is. All of the students, faculty, and…read moreparents work hard to put on amazing performances. I'm glad that San Antonio has a resource for theatrical arts. Don't sleep on picking up tickets and enjoy the live orchestra, the dances, the costumes, and vocals.

A five star performance by the NESA dancers in "Steppin Into The Holidays" at Robert E. Lee High!…read more If you can get a ticket you'll be pleased as Christmas Punch! This weekend only, box office opens at 1:30 today. Don't miss "Art Unplugged" on December 13th!

If you are not an art enthusiast, I strongly believe you will still enjoy this fantastic facility…read moreand the historical art it brings to the city. I only had two hours and asked the ladies at the front desk what they would go see if they only had two hours to view art. I took their suggestion and went to the modern art section. On the way I saw numerous paintings that have been infamously displayed in school books and other sights. It was very difficult to find the 3rd floor art (had to ask for directions several times). I would recommend that the Institut solace clearly marked arrows on the walls directly Art viewers. The employees throughout the facility were responsive to the hello but seemed exhausted or disappointed to be there.

So far, great experience in graphic design program. Online program for first 5 weeks…read more Informative, interactive teachers and students and helpful staff.

Great sculptor Pompeo Coppini (the Cenotaph, Alamo Plaza), at 115 Melrose Place. His home is the…read moreCoppini Academy of Fine Arts. Coppini's artistic legacy lives on in hundred of artists around Texas and the world who have attended art workshops and classes for the past 85 years. Check it out! thecoppini.org

The Coppini Academy of Fine Art is a non-profit organization that is member-run and member…read moresupported. I frequently attended open drawing sessions on Wednesday and Thursday evenings. As far as I know, it is the only place in San Antonio , outside of the Universities and colleges , that consistently offers open drawing sessions in a professional studio, using live figure models. It even has open session for portraits on Friday mornings, using live models. Additionally it offers adult classes in oil painting, for beginners, intermediate, and more advanced painters. It has classes for children through its "Coppini Kids" program, and a "master class" in drawing for kids 11 - 17. As if this isn't enough, it offers workshops for members and the public, taught by popular and world-class artists who come in from across the country. If an artist is focused on representational art, the Coppini is a great place to investigate!

Hired Vigini to paint the inside woodwork in our home. The job was less than good. he has no real…read morepainters on his team. Nicola just hires whoever he can at the moment and for us, the painters were not good. Oil paint all over our wood floors, windows painted shut, job not finished. Nicola never supervises or checks their work. Just asks for money. When we finally had to stop the people he sent here, he took no responsibility. Of course he had all the money at that point (And he is quite expensive). He won't even answer communications. Nicola sells himself as an educated, expert painter from Italy. But what you get is whoever he can find that calls themselves a painter; then you are left with a mess. Don't hire him for general painting. He is not equipped for this work. We are disappointed in the quality and even more disappointed in his failure to follow up. Once he has the money he is out of sight.

Vigini Studios is the number one faux finishers and teachers in San Antonio. I've taken quite a few…read morecourses over the years and they are excellent. Thanks Leslie and Nichola for making my experience grand.

I enjoy Elizabeth's teaching style. She's quick to share her experience and knowledge and I'm…read morelearning so much from her sketching and tone series of classes.

From the owner: This "Art Study Program" offers the technical side of visual communication, the way art used to be…read moretaught for centuries. Paradoxically, once we have these technical skills, we can “let go” of trying to “do" art, and allow what is fresh and natural and authentic to emerge. Great artwork is the result of mastering these skills, and then getting the head out of the way, and letting the heart take over."

Say Si is a creative space for middle and high school students. My daughter is enrolled in the…read moremiddle school program that is held on Saturdays. Going into her second year she never hesitates to go despite having to wake up early on a weekend. She is in art and theater where they are always brainstorming ideas for new projects and plays. The staff delves into topics that are relevant to their age group. Last year they tackled the subject of death. It was a sensitive topic but handled with much care and reverence by teachers. They keep parents informed about upcoming themes and events. Students are required to maintain good grades in school and must have good attendance. There is an application process and students are selected in order to attend. Some of their artwork goes on display in the galleries and is also for sale. This is a great way for students to learn about the business side of art. I'm proud to have my kid enrolled here. She has made friends from other parts of town, diverse backgrounds and lifestyles. They are an inclusive institution and make sure everyone feels accepted and welcome. If your child is creative I highly Recommend Say Sí.

I live in Southtown so therefore on first Friday I know where to wander to see the best art. This…read moreplace is amazing because many of the artists are youngsters and really put their heart into their work. If you're looking for great art pieces that don't beat your wallet up or just to tour a gallery on first Friday, go to say si. During first Friday they also have wine for free and cheese Cubes and fruit. Their art is usually thematic and that instructors also have a section of art. This place also has clean restrooms and usually a pop up will appear outside with food during first Friday such as panifco bake shop with cheesecakes, coffee and pan dulce(sweet bread). They also have an epic gallery of large loteria cards. Check it out!

All mobile now, but Paint Palooza is perfect! Shirley and Marlo made my experience memorable. I…read moreneeded to plan a last minute birthday party and they were so accommodating! Great communication and such warm and friendly service. At the party, Shirley was fun and amazing! She took us step by step and everyone left with a special work of art. Plan your party today!! Seriously you will not be disappointed.

I loved It!!! Always wanted to give the painting thing a try and I had the opportunity last week to…read moreattend a networking event hosted by Riteway Service Co. Paint Palooza had everything out ready to go. Aprons, paint, brushes, canvas, music and a patient instructor whom was great at explaining and let us have our own touch. Even the owner was there to keep the evening going. A "girls night" at the house with wine and snacks is what I think would be a blast. Jen Dean

I had a great experience with the Mother's Day on some watercoloring supplies. The staff were very…read morehelpful. I'm looking forward to more art supplies from Jerry's Artarama in the future.

I live in another country so I have to stock up on the materials I use when I travel to the US…read more Jerry's Artarama did not disappoint! I was able to get everything on my list (plus more, of course)and did not have to go anywhere else! Asher was very attentive and helpful as he got me specific items and maintained my growing pile at the front register. The owner runs a tight ship there, and the guard cat rounds out the crew. 10/10