Such a fun experience taking a class! The instructor Ray was AMAZING in their demonstration and…read morehelping throughout the class. Truly an expert at the craft. Even the front desk is super nice and knowledgeable when checking in. Easy registration online, location is quiet with enough parking spots, and LOVE that there are pieces to purchase form local artist. The class itself is a nice small size. You can try to make as many pieces in the 2 hours, but only pick 1 final piece to fire. I learned so many new skills and was covered in clay at the end of the class. I'm eager to take more classes and recommend this place to friends.

Fired Up Studios is a place to build pottery, take classes and become a member. They have two forms…read moreof membership. Firing membership allows you to fire pottery and rent wheels by day. A full membership allows unlimited use of wheels and firing. They have a huge assortment of glazes and tools. It's open 24/7 and feels very safe. It's a great place to join and explore your pottery adventure!

I have been taking classes at the art academy for 15 years, on and off. When I look back at my…read moreprogress, I know that what Jim and Sarah offered really made me a better painter. they have a method that works. I would recommend their classes for any and all ages.

I joined the school this summer and returned back to it this fall. It was one of the best decisions…read moreI have made lately. The teachers are very pleasant, accommodating but at the same time try to push to be a better artist. If you are a returning student you get an approx 30 dollars in discount. Its 150 dollars for a whole semester. The art supplies can be expensive but they will last you a life time and you have to buy them only once. Ample parking in the school parking lot. Plus some of the fellow students are really cool people so all in all it makes up for a very positive experience.

Loving the new place! I used to go to the old location as a child for rainy days & birthdays so it…read morehas a special place in my heart. Jane & her staff always have a very warm & friendly atmosphere for children. Plus it's a very accessible space & paint brushes for all disabilities!

So much fun! A few girlsfriends and I found an amazon local deal for $10 for studio time and up to…read morea $15 canvas piece. We came in on a Friday night from 6-9pm. There were about 10 other people taking a "pain the greats" class - looked fun but a little too high-skilled for me... You can bring your own wine and have a night to relax, be creating, and paint a cute canvas, bowl, etc.. I've heard of painting pottery places that turn out more professional - my canvas isn't anything I'll be putting on display. but what a fun way to spend a friday night with a few friends! I'm not sure I'd do the same for $25, but the deal was much worth it!

When visiting Minneapolis, a friend recommended a glass shop I just had to check out. I love…read moreworking with glass and my current obsession is flameworking. Malcom Potek, the owner, really knows his craft. He has been a flameworker for years and now focuses mostly on fusing and stained glass. He gave me a tour of the shop, which is filled with every type of glass and tool you could want. We even discovered we had friends in common. This place is a true find, and I highly recommend Potek Glass if you are interested in any kind of glass hobby. I only wish I lived closer.

We were in town for a flight and found this place by chance. My wife had just started with stained…read moreglass as a new hobby. The people here were extremely helpful and patient. Wish we lived closer so we could attend a class or two. Amazing service and amazing facility.

This place is fabulous!! If you're looking for a fun new hobby or if you've ever wanted to learn to…read moremake jewelry, I highly recommend Quench. Every time I walk through the door here, I instantly smile. The positive vibes and warm welcoming energy meets you at the door. It is located in the Casket Arts building but has its own entrance on the side. The owner, Sarah, and all of the teachers that lead classes here are very helpful and enthusiastic about seeing and help students succeed. They have multiple ways and ideas to do things. Classes start with a hand out being given and an overview of what to expect. They put you at ease and help troubleshoot issues. I gain more confidence in this craft every time I come here and am more excited and enthusiastic about continuing. If the scheduled classes don't work for you schedule or you have a group of friends with whom you'd like to have a jewelry making party, consider hosting a private class. I've done this and had a ton of fun! After taking classes and learning the basics, come back for open studio hours. I can't say enough about this place! It is an absolute joy to learn and work among the people here.

Wow. I am one lucky girl…read more I've been trying to find a creative endeavor that I enjoy and am half-way decent at (throwing ceramics wasn't it). I've done a bunch of welding and metal work, mostly on a larger scale, but I recall taking a jewelry metal smithing class back in college or high school -- not sure, it all kind of blends together now. But I liked it, and I like the idea that I can make something that I not only enjoy myself, but possibly sell at some point. Anyway, being new-ish in town, I asked around at some jewelry events where I would be able to take classes and everyone I spoke to recommended Quench. I signed up for the Bezel class to get reacquainted with the tools, and was especially excited that we would leave with a piece of jewelry we made! The teacher, Sarah, was fantastic. She demonstrated everything meticulously & expertly, emphasized safety, gave us little tricks to correct mistakes, and was all around just great -- very encouraging & supportive too. The students were too -- really varied, but everyone was supportive and sharing. A great group of ladies. There was a daughter and her mom there, friends together, people just there because they wanted to improve their skills -- women of all ages. I thought the instructor was just a really great teacher and thought that Quench was so fortunate to have someone so good on their teaching team. And the whole studio seems so well-thought out from the layout to the classes and open studios -- I thought it was maybe a large operation that several people had invested their time and money in. After asking some questions, I learned that, Sarah, my humble instructor is THE sole founder of Quench. I am impressed. I've heard the other instructors are good too, but I feel really fortunate that I got to learn from the woman who started the studio and is really a hub for the jewelry arts in the Twin Cities. I can't wait to take more classes and make more jewelry. Check out their website for classes and open bench times. If you're experienced, you can use the studio for $10 an hour on many days.

Over the past year, I've taken several graphic design classes at MCAD and would definitely…read morerecommend them. I've taken intro classes in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign as well as an intermediate course in InDesign. While online resources have made these programs somewhat easy to learn, getting a few days of in person instruction has really taken me further. If you've got a weekend to spare, the two-day workshops are really great!

I was able to expand my art experience by using the print shop facilities. Great weekend course!read more

Happy 13th! It's how I opted to welcome my daughter into her teenage years. - swinging through the…read moreair. Total success. My daughter is athletic and adventurous. We are always travelling on her birthday and I always try to wow her with a new activity. Twin City did not disappoint! First off- her instruction was kinds of like Paul Reubens (Pee Wee.) That entertained her aunt and I. Super nice guy who was informative, let her try and was a good cheerleader. He had her up there with her legs wrapped around the bar, hands free, flying upside down on her first attempt! AMAZING! The was flipping and the finale- Pee Wee got on one bar and he had each person leave their bar and caught each person mid air! Her lesson lasted an hour and was super reasonably priced. Everyone who was working was a great cheerleader! All the others 'flying' with my daughter were super supportive. They were either looking to master the craft or trying it out. Pro tips: -Wear tight fitting athletic clothes - bring a band aid or two (you might get a callous from holding the bar) - A cat resides at the center, heads up for allergies. The cat was super lethargic and nice. HIGHLY, HIGHLY SUGGEST Giving TCTC a flying chance!

I came here for the first time 6 months ago when I was in town, and couldn't wait to come back in…read moretown so I could go again. I was scared for a whole day before my evening class, but once I jumped off the platform I had nonstop fun for the next hour and a half. Time really flew (yes, I went there). What's even better is that I'm enrolled in the adult winter camp, so I have two more days left! I can't wait for acrobatics and German Wheel! The staff are wonderful and friendly while being professional and safety oriented. It's actually eerie how many things they do to keep you safe that you don't even notice. The other students are very supportive and happy to socialize between turns. It's even warm in the wintertime!

It is easy to spend hours here just working on one craft alone. Coming with inspiration is good,…read morebut they have plenty of samples on display. 1) I like that you can browse around to see what you're interested in 2) everything is set up for you and they also take care of clean up 3) the playlist is great 4) walk ins are welcomed and easy There isn't any parking right by the location, but it took under 5 minutes to park and walk.

Beautiful space, so many crafting options and materials, a great place to hang out! Excellent…read morecustomer service, truly went above and beyond. They also have a very sweet cat who kept us company. Highly recommend!