I had my birthday celebration at The Little Studio along with 9 friends! We all thought our…read moreprojects were going to be awful, but Kay was amazing! She assisted, encouraged and joined in with us on the birthday celebration! This was our 1st time doing any type of pottery and we all loved it and will definitely be going back to do additional projects! I highly recommend The Little Studio for celebrations, team buildings or just togethers!

Came here for a Christmas ornament class and had a great time! The class was full but we were…read moreluckily on the end of a table so we could get up and move around to get texture pieces and cut outs. It was fun to have some general direction but then to really go at it however you wanted. We glazed everything before we left and now we're just waiting to see the final products!

I feel extremely lucky to have discovered this school, hard to believe that Charlotte has a…read moreresource this first-rate. Classes are taught by the excellent Mark Gucciardi, a former teacher at the Florence Art Academy, teaching in the Florence tradition. He has a fabulous eye and never runs out of suggestions and techniques, yet he remains kind and encouraging. At first I wondered if this training would be a good idea, as I've always enjoyed making art that does not look classical. But what I've found is that my eye is getting better and that what I am learning here is strengthening my more abstract work. I also love that the artists taking the class are focused and dedicated, another source of inspiration. Most of them work full time, so the fact that they are making time for this activity shows a degree of commitment that is energizing to be around. Pascale Ropert runs the school with passion and intelligence.

A laid back, non-judgmental environment to truly hone/develop figure drawing/painting skills. The…read morestudents have all been great and the the teacher, Mark Gucciardi, is absolutely fantastic. I consider myself really lucky to have found the Academy. It's like bi-weekly meditation.

My kids have been taking Mr. Steven Ray's art class and we all love it! They have art and music…read moreclasses in different Charlotte locations. I would only consider them for any arts instruction.

From the owner: At Arts+, we envision the transformative impact of arts education illuminating every corner of the…read moreCharlotte region. Our goal is to make outstanding arts education available to students of all ages, skill levels and socioeconomic backgrounds. From private lessons to summer camps to community outreach programs, we strive to help each student unlock their full potential through the power of arts education.

I just want to say that I went here in 2018. I paid $190 for an art class and was treated like…read moreliteral trash. I was treated so badly that I just left and allowed them to keep my money. I even wanted to show support for the gallery by purchasing the supplies from the instructor and she refused to sell me supplies and was just awful. I don't think I've ever given my money to a human being that treated me worse. If I could stand at the door now in 2020 I would to tell people what happened. 2 years later this still leaves a nasty taste in my mouth.

I was lucky enough to happen upon this place. The owner, Joni Purk, is so talented in many medias,…read morefrom oil painting to pen and ink, watercolors, and even photography. She has many talents and shares them in classes to help others express their artistic side. I really enjoyed the variety of artists and price points. I will definitely return here again.

What a wonderful experience this was. Our artist, Lee, was so knowledgeable and readily available…read moreto give compliments and gave advice in regards to painting techniques. The session felt a little more intimate and one-on-one since it was only my sister and I. Although we took longer than the time allowed, we were able to finish the charcuterie board with no rush. Lee said not to worry about the resin, since we ran out of time. Lee finished the resin for us and the boards were ready to be picked up after 2 days. Plenty of parking since the establishment is within a shopping center. The only detail is the shop is upstairs of the shopping center.

Third time here and had a great time! I came twice recently and painted a Boo tote bag and Boo…read moreCharcuterie Board, both led by our instructor Lee. Was very patient with us and friendly! My sister and I were the only ones for the Charcuterie board so it felt like a private party just for us as we were hosted in a smaller room away from a kids birthday party they were having. Overall, such a great time. Board came out great and the vibes were amazing. I love how they have a variety of different options other than painting canvases. They offer Charcuterie boards, wine glasses, knit a blanket, coasters, ornaments etc. Definetly returning to create some more amazing pieces. They are opening another location in Matthews. This is off East Blvd in a shopping center. They have plenty of parking.

A photography gallery in Uptown, right next to the 7th Street LYNX Station. When I arrived, the…read moreplace was quite desolate. The security guard had me wait in the lobby while he went in to the gallery to turn the lights on. I got the impression that there wasn't a whole lot going on here. It's a good thing that it's free, because 30 minutes of looking at pictures wouldn't have been worth much. And even at 30 minutes, I was still moving pretty slow. When I visited, the exhibit was "Streetwise", a collection of pictures of America's troubled 60's. Capturing images of not just our troubled times, including Boston's "Combat Zone" and close-ups of the Black Panthers, there were also shots of just regular people and places. All in black and white, which gave it a feel of being very like a documentary. Pictures of the pictures are not permitted, but I took that as meaning not taking a picture of the individual pictures. Instead, my wide shot of the gallery doesn't give away the detail but helps you see what you're going to see there. I might come back for the next exhibit, but I think this is a "See it once" kind of thing.

I had never been to The Light Factory and saw there was a very interesting reception called A…read moreShared Elegy. I was so happy I made it out to see what it was all about since I live so close by. Great intimate space, the artist were so insightful and the crowd genuinely appreciated the artist panel and the photography. It was very well curated. Great space, seasoned artists. Well done.

This was my first time attending this type of painting event. I had a great time! Flo was an…read moreexcellent instructor, patient & encouraging. I would recommend this activity to anyone looking to create memories with teammates, friends and family.

Awesome experience! Hosted 14 tween girls and they had a blast! paintings turned out great!read more

Obsessed with Hot Glass Alley! It's such a fun experience for a date night and even solo date. I…read morecame back a year later to make a vase, which came out even more beautiful than the tumbler I made previously. Instructors are very knowledgeable and allow you to do certain steps with their help of course.

Hidden gem in Charlotte. Owner Jacob was our instructor. I made an ornament and my husband made a…read morebowl. Jacob was patient and guided us through the process letting us do just about every step. Great idea for a date. We enjoyed a nice charcuterie selection along with wine, beer, water or soft drink options. They have a great showroom where yiu can also purchase items made by local artists. Free demo night the 3rd Friday of each month from 6 to 9.

Super cool spot where you can peruse and purchase art from Local Charlotte Artists, both newbies…read moreand well known alike. The artists are set up mostly in stalls that they rent from the Art League. The pieces range from all sorts of different mediums: Resin, canvas, sculptures, photographs, etc. I've walked through several stalls and while most of the artists set up and go about their day-jobs, you'll occasionally find an artist using their stall as a studio and working on whatever project they're focused on at the time. Everyone I've talked to here has been friendly and inviting. This isn't your stereotypical "snobby" art place. These people are down to earth and eager to see you. Prices range from the super affordable to the super expensive, with a happy medium in every price range in between. One stall I saw had 24x36" resin piece on canvas that was going for $700!! Way out of my price range but I'm sure someone will see it and decide that they aren't leaving without it. If you find something you like, you can take it up front where the cashier will run your purchase on behalf of the artist. Keep in mind that mostly everything is for sale, but some pieces are works in progress or display only. Everything I've seen in here is labeled properly to avoid any confusion. It's a community cornerstone that hosts events, supports charities, and spotlights some of the most prominent artists in the QC. What's not to like?

The website listed it as open and also when I mapped it. I got to the business and the door was…read morelocked. When I tried to call, there were a couple words spoken and it cut off. Now I don't know if I can visit here because there's no way to contact and no way to know it's open.