I enrolled my 8 year old at the art classes offered here and she loves it. The instructor really…read morecares about his students and teaches the whole group in an age appropriate way. They've discuss topics like light and shadows and perspective and used various materials. I can't recommend this place enough. Make sure to stop in for any art supplies you need and give Ziggy so many pets :-).

My daughter's birthday was this month. She is 1500 miles away, coping with the state of affairs in…read moreher chosen field of medicine during COVID-times. At a loss for any kind of meaningful gift without personal access to N95 masks and other PPEs, I decided to restock her art supplies. Maybe this old love would give a little light. I combed online options to avoid stores and post office. Then I thought to support a local business in my daughter's chosen community. Art Mart & Academy is just minutes from her home. The store was not officially open, but the owner responded to my email. John talked with me at length about what I was looking for, texted me photos and was very helpful in matching the types and quality of products I'd selected online. Though he had no gift bags, he managed to find a sweet way to package all the items then texted me a photo to see if "the presentation" was ok. He also kept the required social distance from my son-in-law during pick-up. He kept a sense of humor, too. Art is a good thing to do in COVID-times. John will help you start or get better. Art Mart and Academy has customer service and the goods!

Angelia was great, she scheduled us last minute while on a weekend get away. We had the best…read moreexperience painting a difficult picture. She was funny yet provided great instructions while supporting us to be creative in our own way. I highly recommend, great atmosphere and obviously well experienced at teaching art to the most inexperienced individuals.

Absolutely loved this experience! The owner was so kind and actually added an impromptu event for…read moreus because we wanted a spontaneous date night. She was super kind, fun, and experienced! Very encouraging. She even set the scene up cute with a little vase of roses in the center and gave us a double canvas so our paintings worked together as one. Definitely will be doing this again!

I love this place. Everyone is so nice, and it is beautiful and chill. It is seasonal, so be sure…read moreto stop by when they are open.

Love this place!! Haven't been able to see a concert or attend a workshop yet but hoping to do so…read moreon my next visit! My recommendations from the gift shop include: the white chocolate lavender bars. I haven't been able to stop thinking of it since! The lavender face mist is perfect in the morning when I just get up to invigorate and calm me before I start my day or post workout to cool my face and neck. The lotion bar with pieces of lavender in it was given as a gift this past Christmas and I use it as cuticle and nail moisturizer. I had just removed my acrylic nails after months of nonstop applications and my nails were crumbling and jagged, falling off in pieces. This stuff saved me! I use it multiple times a day and carry a bar with me everywhere I go. I swear by the products made at the Lavender House and will definitely return when I need refills.

How wonderful to discover this local tea house in the community!…read more I first visited here because of an event that was being hosted. Sampled one of their teas, Apricot Brandy, and it was amazing! My second visit was for a Japanese culture class. Another wonderful experience shared with many along with delicious tea. First floor is cozy with plenty of nooks to sit and be comfortable. I see patrons working, reading or crafting enjoying a drink or a pastry the establishment offers. You can also purchase loose leaf tea they serve as well as their branded merchandise along with local designers. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful and I am looking forward to many more visits to the Philosopher's House.

I have become a regular here. Whether it's just dropping by for a cup of tea or coffee or attending…read morean event, I have been impressed by the venue. It goes beyond a typical coffee or tea shop. It is a place to gather with like-minded people, expand your horizons and just relax. I recently attended a Japanese sushi class making, it was a blast!

Such an amazing class and studio! Ms. LaDonna has so much to teach everyone and is such an amazing…read moreinstructor to young children. My daughter had the best time in her spring art classes, ending with an amazing art show and reception. My daughter loved it so much that she's signed up for 4 weeks of art camps this summer... designing, drawing, painting, clay, and all sorts of other medias. Thanks for bringing so much art and excitement into Johnson City and sharing it with these kids of all ages!!!

This studio has managed to expand it's artistic horizons far beyond expectation, not limiting…read moreitself to only one field of art, but embracing the vast variety of approaches toward it.

I absolutely love this shop! When I travel to the mountains, it's a must stop. They have beautiful…read morepottery from talented locals. Husband wife owner team Adam and Molly are so sweet and down to earth. Great gifts and decor found here.

I just took a pottery class to make a patch work bowl. Adam, the instructor was informative and…read morehelpful. I finished early and he let me work on a second project. very fun afternoon!

John recently visited the area and spotted the Pottery Lot and made a mental note to stop in when…read morewe made our trip in November- wow! I love the space! Bright storefront for ceramic artists and I was so enamored with looking at all the different artistic styles I initially missed that it was also a working studio space! Wheels behind the checkout counter, a kiln room and more. I picked a treasure to take home and chatted with the young woman who rung me up. I asked if she made pottery and she did- we ended up trading some art! My fav for connecting to other artists. I cannot wait to be up in this area again to explore The Pottery Lot again!

We participated in the 2 hour self led experience and it was wonderful! Michael was very nice and…read morehelpful, making it quite a fun and beginner friendly experience. And it's a great activity for a rainy or snowy day!

Great way to spend time with friends doing something fun. We laughed and had a blast.read more

This is a great evening out! I went with my adult daughter and enjoyed a bottle of wine together…read morewith some snacks and... painting! I am not an artist and have only painted on a canvas one other time (at a similar business). Abby was our sweet instructor - very helpful in directing us so each of us walked away with a painting that we liked. I definintely plan to come back.

Love Kil' n Time. A very creative place to paint pottery…read more The staff is helpful and can give you great ideas for your creative needs.

This place is absolutely amazing if you're just planning on painting ceramics. However I would 100%…read morenot recommend the canvas class. The worker was extremely rude and had no patients. I personally do not like being talked to like a little kid and I felt this was extremely unprofessiona