Booked a painting class w/Beth for a friend's birthday. We had such a great time! We drank wine and…read morelistened to music while we painted while Beth instructed. She was so patient and really encouraged us to have fun and to be creative to make the picture our own. Definitely recommend one of her classes to anyone whether you're an amateur or much more advanced. Booking with her again next time we're up the mountain.

I found myself needing some last minute art supplies and found this fantastic studio and Beth!…read more Don't be disillusioned by the small space- there are various art supplies, not limited to but including gauche, paint markers and pens (which I bought after Beth introduced me to them) , as well as paper and canvases. I love that she is sharing her love of art and teaches as well (one on one and groups)- it is obvious she would be a fun teacher! Fantastic person and shop! I am so glad I have a place to go for supplies and creative inspiration!!!!!

I have been taking my daughter to their children art classess. She really enjoys going. The teacher…read moreis a very sweet lady. She's patient, and has lots of experience in teaching young artists in training. They use different mediums each class...such as water color, colored pencils, clay to make pottery and jewelry. Each class is something different. They also display their artwork on the wall. I highly recommend taking the little ones who are interested in the arts and to enhance their creative talent. It's also great to support local businesses!

Interesting projects, great teachers. Very helpful and informative group. Best value around this…read morearea. Well worth it and you also get to meet nice people.

Wow!! I'm so disappointed. I called last week to inquire if they make handprints. I wanted to get…read morea handprint of my Grandson for his Mom for Mother's Day. My son made one in Kindergarten and I thought it would be a thoughtful gift. Cheryl said Yes she does and to check her website for her hours. I did and rushed to go after work on Friday. I live in Adelanto and I picked up my Grandson in Victorville, then drove straight to Lucerne Valley only to discover she closed an hour earlier than on her website. I called and she said she was there until 5:00, but no one came in so she closed. If I was told to make an appointment, I would have. This sucks.

I did my first project at Cheryl's Studio yesterday. It was great! Cheryl showed me the basics of…read morepottery building while guiding me as I made a wall pocket. I can't wait to go back to glaze it and work on other pieces! Cheryl is available to give as much or as little help as one needs.

Wow. Impressive. I walk into Burning House as an observer often and I am always greeted by…read moreamazing artist. This is a very unique place that captures ones attention immediately. The artist range from beginner level to the most experienced. Their creativity is inspiring . This is definitely a one of a kind studio that has made itself a place in my heart. I encourage anyone to come check out their workshops and see for themselves this amazing studio. Burning House Art Studio is open Mon & Wed at 5pm-9pm. Tues,Thurs & Fri the studio opens at 11am. 760-247-9000 is their number !

Great place to learn everything about pottery and create wonderful art!!!read more

This is the sweetest art gallery in Big Bear and the owner, Cheryl Bryan is extremely talented and…read moreencourages anyone who would like to paint to do so! Cheryl's friendly personality and her ability to explain and show her work without intimidating us got us to sign my wife up to go to her painting party recently. Paint and take class/party is not only FUN, you walk out with knowledge and ability to actually paint on your own and with your artwork ready to frame and hang. My wife's first painting is hanging in our cabin and came out quite nice! Looking forward to the next paint and take parties we both will be attending - "The Eagle is Landing", "Lone Wolf", "Road Home" and "The Bear" all of these parties are in coming days/weeks of winter such a nice time to be inside this sweet gallery painting. If you are looking for paintings for your fine home or your charming cabin or for memorable gifts, please go see Cheryl's beautiful work at Silver Fox Gallery you will not be dissappointed. Her work is also now shown and selling in the Village of Big Bear Lake at Artisans 2 where a variety of talented local artists work is displayed. She specializes in animals too, particularly pure bred dogs. With proper time allowed you may request your pet to be painted by Cheryl. Please don't wait as long as we did to discover this fine gallery and artist! You will enjoy meeting Cheryl Bryan the artist and seeing her work in person. You will not be disappointed!

Went in to check out this place on our 10th anniversary trip out in bear, after checking out their…read moreInstagram (@glazed.n.amuzed) The owner of the shop and his friends greeted me warmly as I perused their wares. He's in the process of learning as a new glass artist, and showed me some of his work! I scooped a few of his hand made marbles/pearls and a pendie for a souvenir. It was a great experience and a cool space to chill. It was such a great experience that I wanted to go back the next day with my wife! The next day we came in together, and received the same stellar customer service. The owner also showed us more of his work, which included some new techniques he was learning. He showed us a marble that he was learning fuming on, that he didn't have displayed for sale because it wasn't "perfect." Despite this, the color is gorgeous and happened to match wifey's fumed heady. It was "perfectly imperfect," a recurring theme we have been having in our relationship. Immediate chills and scoop! On the way out, there was an e-board demo from @instabenbrown, who invited us to try out the e-boards. We couldn't since we were in a bit of a rush, but the demo was like a kick it session in the sun that we wanted to join! Cooler, beach chairs, ez up and all! We had to go, but the vibe of the place made us want to stay. Despite all the glass being hand worked by the artist in the back, the prices are fair. All the staff and the crew are very friendly and quite knowledgeable, and took their time to talk with us. We felt truly welcomed in this place. They had other things besides glass and the usual smoke shop stuff, like longboards, r/c cars, and clothing. Also probably the only non "broken window smoke shop" in Bear IYKWIM. We will be returning here every time we visit Big Bear as long as we can! Thank you for the great experience!

This place is awesome! Lots of variety and unique pieces. The owner and staff are truly…read moreexceptional! The glass blower is very talented and amazing to watch!

First of all Nida was amazingly kind. I was in Big Bear for a week getaway and I was looking for…read moresome yarn for a Fall project. I found exactly what I was looking for due to the amazing help! Everything is well priced and can clearly see the effort and intention of the place. We chit-chatted for a bit about yarn care and I had a lovely experience. I look forward to further purchases!! Thank you :)

I visited Nida Kay Designs during my visit in Big Bear Lake. This is such a beautiful shop. The…read moreowner was very helpful and friendly. I got a Cascade cotton yarn. She offered service converting a hank to skein. It was so much pleasure chatting g with her. The store has supplies and books for knit, crochet, sewing and other crafting. Recommended!

A Cultural Gem in the High Desert…read more Tucked between the desert sky and the creative soul of Yucca Valley, Hi-Desert Artists is the kind of place you accidentally wander into--and then spend the next hour wishing you had more wall space and a bigger art budget. I stopped in on a whim one Saturday, just planning to "browse." (Famous last words.) What I found instead was a cozy, vibrant gallery bursting with the kind of talent that can only come from locals who live and breathe the desert--every piece seemed to carry a little grit, a little magic, and a whole lot of soul. Their rotating exhibits mean no two visits are the same. One month, you might find expressive oils of stormy Joshua Trees; the next, serene watercolors of coyotes under a star-filled sky. The current show featured a mix of pottery, paintings (from abstract to impressionistic), and sculpture, and I left with a renewed appreciation for how diverse and talented our local art scene really is. But here's where things got dangerous: The gift shop. If you're someone who likes mass-produced kitsch, keep moving. But if you're into one-of-a-kind jewelry, ceramics, quirky cards, handmade ornaments, prints, bags, and a half-dozen other forms of functional art--you're going to want to bring a tote bag (and maybe a budget). What really impressed me, though, was the community energy. They offer classes and lectures for all ages and levels--from beginning bookmaking to urban sketching to printmaking workshops, and even youth classes. It's the kind of place where your kid can learn to paint while you talk to an artist who is currently hanging in the gallary. Everyone I met was welcoming, warm, and genuinely excited to talk art--whether you were buying or just appreciating. If you're a visitor, Hi-Desert Artists is an authentic peek into the creative pulse of this wild, wonderful area. If you're a local, it's a place to belong. Either way, don't miss it.

From the owner: The Art Center is located in the heart of Yucca Valley and showcases 5,000 square feet of…read moreexhibition, classroom, performance, and gallery shop space that will highlight and elevate the artists living and working in the Morongo Basin.

All I can say is WOWWWWW! I brought my son and his girlfriend to paint night 2/17/2020 and it was a…read moreblast! I don't remember the instructor's name, but she was super nice, helpful, and had a good sense of humor. It was a full class with various personalities in the room, and she was calm and smiled the whole time! I was so disappointed seeing some of these other comments. These types of painting classes are meant to have fun with family and friends, not to paint the Mona Lisa lol. Having said that, perhaps consider adding special 3-5 hour occasional "level 2 or level 3" classes for those artists with more experience and want a more detailed painting. I don't know the name of the man who answers the phone every time we call the business, but he has been the nicest, most accommodating person! We couldn't make the night we reserved for and he was able to credit for another night (last night). We had a bunch of questions too, and he always answered the phone and professionally answered all of our questions. I have been to tons of other paint places and all you get typically is a recorded message. I live 70 miles away and would rather drive here to take these classes with my son than to take paint classes in Temecula... It was soooo fun, thank you Flying Colors!!! Aidalyn/Ashlyn/Amanda

Nice BYOB night out. They have a small stage with camera to magnify what the artist is doing as she…read moretalks the group through step-by-step instruction. If you're a strong artist this maybe too elementary for you, but if you're average or below in the painting department this is a good way to develop some skills. The time of the event is two hours, for me, time was too crunched and I felt rushed to keep up and finish. Some brushes are a bit damaged and don't make the markings you may intend so don't expect perfection. The day we went they ran out of some paint colors- this is disappointing and should not happen at a business specializing in painting. I recommend always having backup paint and a person circulating for paint color refills. Additionally, I'd recommend making this a 2.5 hour event, you need an extra 30 minutes post instructions for patrons to touch up/ finish their creations without feeling it's time to cleanup and get out. Although it's BYOB my lesson learned is to bring a cup with a lid as painting neighbors don't mind sending paint splashing off the canvas. Overall, this would be a fun event with friends or reserve for an office party.

What a great gift shop. There's so many shops to choose…read morefrom in Big Bear but this one stood out to me. Lots and lots of cool items that are unique and hard to find items also. All of the staff are very friendly and helpful too. I'll be coming back here for more stuff for sure.

Honestly, if I had to pick a trinket store in the Village that was in my top 3, Art Garden would…read moremake the list. Sure, they have obscure Bear-related plush things in a variety of colors. And yes, you can find no fewer than eleven items in the store featuring what appears to be an insanely angry bald eagle. But they also have some actual artistically aesthetic things, as well as some goofy but cool stuff for the kids. Of course you could make your own medieval weaponry out of plywood at home, but you won't-- so just buy that big Halberd here (that's a pole axe, Mildred.). They also feature some stained glass art which requires skill and talent to make. ...Unlike the hot pink "Big Bear Lake" T-shirt in the window across the street. Take a stroll through. There