I am writing to express my concerns and disappointment regarding my recent experience with Painted…read moreBayou. Unfortunately, my experience has not been satisfactory, and I believe it warrants this review. We had been patiently waiting for over two months for a piece to be bisque fired at this business. Throughout this period, I made numerous calls, only to be informed each time that the piece was still sitting on the shelf with no anticipated firing date communicated. Weeks later, I was told that the piece was ready for pick-up, but no one from Painted Bayou had bothered to called to inform us. Upon arriving to pick up the piece, an employee committed that it would look beautiful glazed and fired, I agreed and I explained my daughter had made the piece but went away to college before finishing. The employee assured me that my daughter could come into Painted Bayou, glaze paint it and have it fired. Excited, I agreed and pre-paid for the service. My daughter came in for Christmas, and I surprised her with the news. She went in painted the piece and left it with Painted Bayou to be glaze fired. Since then, there had been no communication regarding the status of the piece. On February 5th, 2026, I called to check on the piece and was informed that they didn't know exactly where it was but would locate it and fire it, again, asking me to check back with them. Today, when I called back as instructed, I learned that the piece still hadn't been fired. I requested that a manager call me, and I received a text from the owner "Simone" informing me that the piece would not be glaze-fired because we had only discussed and paid for a bisque fire. I explained to the owner the bisque fire had been performed by her company and that we were now waiting on a glaze firing. Simone clearly had no idea as to what was happening. She then mentions that she wouldn't fire the piece because she didn't know where the clay came from. While I understand there are concerns in this the process. it puzzles me as to why this was not communicated to me back in December or on February 5th. As I attempted to explain my frustrations to Simone over a call, she immediately began interrupting me. I politely asked her to allow me to finish, and i would extend her the same courtesy. She did listen but responded with "I don't tolerate bullies," and clarified that I was a bully because I ask her to allow me to speak first. I am assuming this was an attempt to change the whole dynamic of the actual call. Being called a bully while expressing my frustrations as her customer has left me shaking my head in disbelief. I'm not certain what "gaslighting" or 'woke" really is, but I feel i may have experienced both. It was apparent they weren't going to finish the piece. I mentioned that I had already pre-paid for the firing and very frustrated I said that she could keep the monies as a parting gift. I just really wanted to come pick up the piece before something happen to it. Her response was, "I don't need your money; it has bad energy." How about bad business practices? After she hung up on me there were other texts sent back and forth between us. The one that shocked me read, "I'm not engaging with you anymore. I will be happy to fire the piece tonight and if it melts so be it." Why would it melt, you're the professionals right? Was that meant to be some sort of a threat? I found the overall experience to be bad business, filled with arrogance, and a lack of responsibility or professionalism. It is quite unbelievable that this place is still in business with such poor customer service practices.

We went as part of a big group and the owner, Simone, was awesome! She walked us through every step…read moreand kind of let us "fail" at first on our own, but she was on top of helping us through every single thing that we did. I think it comes from her years of teaching? BTW - yep, this is for guys too. She was an amazing leader and we will definitely be back! Thank you Simone for a great time!

ULL feels like a scam. The administration doesn't care about anything or anybody besides athletics…read more& money, hence the reason they are in debt. The students that goes here faces alot of things such as molded dorms, overlooked attention, housing is never on top of the work orders that are put in by students & a lot more. If something is needed to be fixed in an on campus apartment, it takes for the parents to constantly call in order for something to be resolved. No matter how much the student puts in work orders, still nothing gets done. Summer/Fall move in was in June of this year & my friend noticed that the microwave in her ON CAMPUS APARTMENT was unaligned, she's still waiting for her work order concerning that to be completed & fixed just like the vanity light in the bathroom & a swarm of fruit flies that SHE has to deal with because no one from housing is doing ANYTHING about it. June-December is ridiculous. Also, her dryer has been down since late October early November & nothing has been done about it. We're in December, what the heck is taking so long for anything to get handled? Maintenance, took the knob off of the dryer, didn't notify her nor did they repair it. Just left the screws on the floor & went about they day. Multiple work orders put in, no accommodations nor fixation, but always want their tuition paid on time. Check on your students mental health, it's so much that goes on at this university that gets swept under the rug. UL, do better as a university, instead of worrying about handing out parking tickets & building a new stadium, it's starting to be a headache.

They tell a lot of jokes here, but nothing has made me Laughasofyette…read more This University brings a lot of kids from around the state to Lafayette and a lot of colour to town with their redness and brightness as it were. There's a lot of local pride for the school around town, more so than in a lot of other cities, and for this reason I think it's a great school, and it does a great job rallying the community and what not.

Walked past this unassuming location and decided to learn more about the program and various…read moreservices available to an actual client. This is a vocational school that has a broad spectrum for men and women. The students here are learning to properly cut hair as well as perform massages and other beautician specific services that you would expect to find at hair salons. The prices are reasonable with the knowledge that all services are supervised by licensed and professional instructors. I was a able to speak to Crystal, who linked me with Josh as my student. I think I was his first client which was exactly my reason for giving them my business. If you want to do a great job, it's only fitting that you experience real world situations versus mannequins or other objects that can't provide feedback. I went in for a $10 cutter trim, just a simple clean up on the sides. Josh nailed it, took his time and was very professional and confident. Very, very satisfied with my experience and I hope more clients find their way to Blue Cliff to allow their students to train in 'real-world' conditions.

I was suggested to visit this school to get a simple wash and flat iron of my hair, well to my…read moresurprise the students were very professional and made me feel comfortable. I even met the instructor who was also friendly and welcoming. Definitely a good experience deserving 5 Stars

Great school that has many great programs. So much better than it was in years past and I am happy…read moreat how far it has come.

I would not recommend this college to no on. The staff have no clue on what's going on, no one…read morehelps you with anything. I had to go up to the school at least 10 times and they still didn't help me. If I could give this college a zero star review I would because it is terrible I would just recommend not even applying to this college and just choose a different college to apply to and attend.

Amazing place, Unique decor made all by yourself! I've only made one piece so far but I can't wait…read moreto go back and make more!

From the owner: We are a wood working workshop. We host corporate events, team building, bachelorette parties,…read moreadult parties, and girls night out. It is BYOB and food is welcome