Shattered Glass Art Studio SRQ
“Doing a resin class is something that I've always wanted to do and they were above and beyond!”
Best Art Classes near Sarasota, FL
3 of these schools are based in Sarasota; the others serve Sarasota from towns including Tampa (46 mi), St. Petersburg (32 mi) and Riverview (37 mi).
10 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
The Makery SRQ
“I would definitely come back again and there's plenty of parking which I was worried about initially”
Litt Forge
“My son has taken a couple classes with Thomas and we absolutely love him.”
The Art of Science
“Every week, the teachers take the time to come up with incredibly creative and unique projects and activities for the kids, and their attention to detail is unmatched.”
Splat Paint and Design
“Tom and the team has done many many projects for my design firm, Home Frosting.”
Joes Palette
“I would recommend this to everyone who wants to do an activity.”
The 15 schools listed for Sarasota, FL teach drawing and painting. Which media they cover, what the fee includes and whether they run model sessions all come from what each school publishes itself.
Area overview: Sarasota, FL
14 of the 15 schools on this page have a rating, from 4.1 to 5.0 across 671 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. 10 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. Domain records put 6 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 9 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
How are the painting schools on this page rated?
On this page, 13 schools out of 15 carry a public rating at or above four and a half stars. Read what the reviews praise. A studio can score well for a warm room and good coffee and still teach very little drawing.
Drip Ybor
“If you want to explore how creative can you get throwing the wheel or just creating sculptures, this is the place for you.”
Rare Bird Art Studio
“I am *not* a pro by any means but she made it so simple and took all of the pressure out of it!”
Happy Industries Art Studio
“I have had the pleasure of having her teach my kids and myself and I'm always impressed how beautiful the works come out.”
Yellow Bird Studio South
“They teach them real fundamentals of art and empower their students with the skills to continue practicing their work from home.”
Art Studio
“Wonderful place to go to surround yourself with art and artists.”
Art From the Heart Cafe
“Lots of fun and affordable, staff was very friendly and helpful 💖 …”
Auzalu's Artisan Market and Pottery Studio
“A wonderful and warm space to create, disconnect and enjoy some quality time emersed in art.”
Thistlemoor Art Studio
Inspire Studios Lutz
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