Arts Center of Yates County Reviews

Ardis Hartney 2025.10.02

     

I’ve taken two pencil drawing lessons and learned a greater appreciation of just pausing and noticing the colors that blend in nature with Pat’s classes. I’ve also taken zentangle classes with Nancy which raises geometric doodling to a soothing art form. Both excellent, both different. Art is for everyone!

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Reply from Arts Center of Yates County 2025.10.09

That's fantastic! Thanks so much for leaving a review. So glad you enjoyed the classes and we look forward to seeing you at more!

Karen Bader 2025.08.21

     

This review is specific to a 3-day Plein Air Workshop being taught by Kevin Feary - which was offered thru the Arts Center of Yates County. Kevin offers these workshops multiple times a year. The photos I'm included are from the August workshop. Locations are three different beautiful views - all located in NYs Finger Lakes Region. A vineyard - a historical home on one of the Finger Lakes - and then the artist retreat location on Keuka Lake. All I can say - I will be back!!!!

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Reply from Arts Center of Yates County 2025.08.25

Thank you Karen for the review! We're so glad you had the opportunity to experience one of Kevin's Plein Air painting classes, especially in the splendor of Finger Lakes summer! We look forward to seeing you at an upcoming class.

Jessica Trzaska 2025.08.14

     

I am thrilled the Arts Center of Yates County was able to book Elizabeth St.Hilaire again. Elizabeth St.Hilaire consistently offers outstanding art workshops. Her passion, experience, and skill (combined with her ability to create a true sense of community) are remarkable. You not only learn a great deal in a supportive environment, but you also have a wonderful time doing so. She is inspiring, talented, and an absolute joy to learn from. This was my third workshop with her, and I’m already looking forward to the next one.

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Reply from Arts Center of Yates County 2025.08.15

Thank you Jessica! We also were so excited to be able to host her. What a wonderful review of her expertise and the environment she creates. We hope to see you again see at an upcoming class!

Theresa Gingrich Woodruff 2025.07.10

     

This was a birthday gift from our daughter and I loved this class so much. Tim is so kind and a an amazing teacher. The setting is a hidden gem!

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Reply from Arts Center of Yates County 2025.07.14

We’re so glad you enjoyed the class! Thank you for leaving a review. We look forward to seeing at another one soon!

Gini Albertalli 2025.06.17

     

The instructor was knowledgeable, organized and clear. She was warm and approachable. I was a bit intimidated by the idea of creating an abstract painting on a large, for me, area. She helped me get started and to make use of color theory and composition. I was “in the zone “ in no time. The space was comfortable, well lit and had tons of supplies.i will be back !

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Reply from Arts Center of Yates County 2025.06.18

Thank you Gini! We’re so glad you enjoyed the class. Your review helps us share the benefits of art with more people! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Gracy Getz 2025.06.01

     

The Art Center of Yates County is one of Penn Yan’s hidden gems. The gallery is beautifully lit and welcoming. Even more so is the workshop room upstairs. It is a wonderful space for artists to come together for learning, community and becoming inspired. I’m glad I tried one out and I cannot wait to do more!

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Reply from Arts Center of Yates County 2025.06.02

Gracy, thank you for the review! We look forward to seeing you at more classes and shows.

Michael Stershic 2024.05.18

     

The volunteers are excellent! Always worth a visit.

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Reply from Arts Center of Yates County 2025.06.18

Thanks Michael! We really appreciate our volunteers and all they do.

Kara Mackey 2023.12.01

     

Just lovely

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Reply from Arts Center of Yates County 2025.06.18

Thanks for leaving a review Kara!

K OBR 2023.07.19

     

Really enjoyed the art,jewelry, and other hand-made pieces. Fun to walk into the vault!

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Reply from Arts Center of Yates County 2025.06.18

Thank you K!

Kelly A. Brand 2023.07.03

     

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Reply from Arts Center of Yates County 2025.06.18

Thanks Kelly for reviewing us!

Lizz Marcello 2023.03.25

     

The finished art on the sale/show floor were so beautiful and the vault where the jewelry is, is so cool. Prices are fair, very clean, sort of small but just enough for that size

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Cynthia McReynolds 2023.03.05

     

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Catherine Anthony 2022.08.09

     

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Jennifer Gromada 2021.10.05

     

Bought an oil painting and two sculptors! Great artists!

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Jennifer Apetz 2020.09.20

     

Very nice art gallery! High quality art and fine crafts.

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David T 2020.08.10

     

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Great Prices on Unique Local Items This is a great space to showcase local and regional talent in a well laid out space. The prices are extremely reasonable as well, especially for one-of-a-kind items.

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Joni S 2019.10.02

     

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Visually enticing atmosphere When you hear of an arts center, you have a preconceived idea of what to expect. Now this is a smaller area but it has a vault! Yes, this used to be a bank and the vault still exists inside adding something unexpected. The art is lovely with unique pieces of jewelry inside the vault. Also pottery and cards were available to purchase. The staff person was very friendly and talked to us about the arts center and the displays. One artist arrived as we were looking around and engaged us in a conversation about the area. Had a lovely time.

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Tamara Thomson 2019.09.12

     

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Sherry Fuelling Stracci 2019.08.09

     

Took grandkids to art class. They love it! Beautiful pieces on display, friendly & helpful staff.

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Laura Shaw 2019.07.27

     

Great works of art from local artist in the area. I bought a variety of paintings from them.

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