She is a great teacher, different and amazing. A great artist herself, but wonderful at…read moreteaching others.

From the owner: The Roaming Studio offers live, private online art lessons every day, using Skype, with a…read moreprofessional artist, anywhere you live in the world. We also offer Portland area art classes, including a weekly afterschool art atelier for children and teens (ages 8-17), on Wednesdays in Southeast Portland, and a Drink and Draw session that roams Portland and Lake Oswego for adults 1-2 Fridays each month. More details are available here: www.theroamingstudio.com

Right from the start my experience with this camp was poor. I am new to Portland and was very…read moresketched out dropping my child in Kelley Point Park/ bum camp/ meth den. I had driven all the way and decided I would be leaving him with staff who would care for him. I take note of the Do Not Swim in Water signs. We arrived early as there was no traffic on the Monday before the 4th. I chatted briefly with the girl with a clipboard. Then I stood there while she checked in a returning camper. I had to inquire if I could check in my son. Her response " well we don't start till 9am". Yes, I realize Im early but do I stand here, while you stand here till then. Sigh. When my wife picks up my boy she is informed that my son lagged behind the group with a friend, the group turned and they went straight. So, they lost him! In this park I was already none too keen on. The wife also is informed he spent the day in the water and being buried in the sand. She immediately came home and googled the reason why there is no swimming. Luckily it was not a Hep A outbreak just that 2 people drowned! My son hops in the shower and when he gets out we are able to see his face is scorched. My wife was told they tried to shade him with sticks as he was buried in the sand. Hmmm couldn't borrow sunscreen or have the camp stock it? We expect a lot of responsibility from my son and work hard on independence. We discussed his role in getting lost but at best it is only half his fault, he is 8years old. Final complaint, my son did not even complete the bone activity because he said "you don't even have to do the activities". If you want your child to participate in this type of invaluable education chose Trackers PDX. My son went and gained confidence and knowledge. I was very pleased with their program. I was so disappointed with Rewild my son did not return. My wife couldn't sleep due to her concerns of what could go wrong the rest of the week. Next summer, only Trackers.

The Ivy Basket Class was absolutely superb! I would recommend this to anyone who is interested in…read morebasket weaving, wild-crafting, or just wanting to learn a new skill. Peter is an excellent instructor and a wealth of knowledge on all things ecology. The best part of the class was all of the other wonderful people that it attracted. I can't think of a better way to spend a day. Be careful though... after doing one of these classes, you're going to want to do more! The class was just yesterday (3/9/13) and I've already signed up for another by Rewild on Animal Tracking.

Just finished their slabtown backpack online workshop. It was a great experience and we were…read moresuccessful in completing our backpack. Ellie was there all along the way supporting us and guiding us. Her kits are amazing, everything is precut, all the hardware and tools are there. That allows us to focus on the fun of being creative sewers/bag makers. Ellie is a great teacher, she gives all the tools and resources to be successful. I would highly recommend this experience for anybody.

I connected with Klum House through Design Week Portland. I've never used a sewing machine, so "no…read moreexperience required" appealed to me. I made the dopp kit over about 2 hours. For that class, the machine is set up and no troubleshooting is required. The fabric is already cut to the pattern. This project is ideal for beginners; all my substandard seams were hidden! The owner-instructor has whole series of short project classes to make useful everyday things - bags and backpacks. You don't have to go deep into patterns or fabric, zippers, snaps, rivets, leather and other hardware, all that is included, in a range of a few colors you select. The projects include some specialty fabrics, like sustainable waxed canvas that are hard to source. Some of their other classes cover more challenging material to sew, like leather, and even a Pendleton panel. The most important part of my experience and this review is that the owner-instructor is patient and a great teacher. The owner-instructor perceives individual learning styles and adapts to each student. Her business model is brilliant. The classes are on the boss Singer 4423, which is an affordable machine to set up at home, continuing your adventures. For your own sewing adventure, Klum House has supply kits of useful sewing gadgets you used in class to purchase and take home. Best of all, after a Klum House project, "I made that" is a beautiful thing to say to individuals asking questions about your project, close around you, friends, and admirers on the street!

Joanne inspires you , guides you, and teaches you all the very cool little things you need to know…read morebut she supports you in your endeavor to express with paint who you are! Thanks Joanne

I took this class for the experience in traditional painting, but what really stood out about it…read moreagainst other art classes is the cool and friendly atmosphere. Joanne is a hilarious lady with good taste in music, and the studio felt like home with its large airy windows and charming array of strange knick knacks... not to mention the gorgeous paintings of everything from traditional nudes to lesbian tango cherries. This class is for an explorative soul who likes learning new things and working in a peaceful atmosphere among friends.