Fleisher Art Memorial

Fleisher rules. I am having my wedding here in November and can’t believe how beautiful the sanctuary is. The staff are all friendly and will walk you through every step of the process. I worked with Adrianne and she made me more excited than I already was.
I have also taken a couple classes here. The teachers are knowledgeable and the environment is a lot more welcoming than places that I’ve taken classes at before.
Fleisher also has a great mission. They are a pillar in South Philly and really work to make art accessible to all communities, including folks whose first language is not English and people who are low-​income. This is an organization that is so worth supporting.
Because this is part of my Big Gay Wedding list, I’m gonna throw it out there that they are supportive of all couples who want to use their facilities, too.

I went here when I was little and now my youngest attends. The best programs for children of all ages.

Great Saturday classes for children.

The Sanctuary at Fleisher Art Memorial is the most splendid wedding venue I think I have ever seen. The architectural details, the lofted ceilings, the stained glass, the statuary… it’s somehow both cozy and occult, if that’s a thing. The space mixes diminutive gothic church with speakeasy, and comes up with perfect.
I had the pleasure of photographing for Hazel Photo Weddings in the space with Birchtree Catering. I can tell you it was great fun for a photographer. And the guests seemed wowed as well.
Definitely check this place out. I slept on it for ten years of my life in Philly, and I feel shame for that. Shame shame. So don’t be like me, and go get your occult speakeasy vibes on.

This place is amazing. Last night I held my 50^th birthday party in the sanctuary and all my guests were blown away with the beauty of that room. If you are looking for a unique venue for a special occasion you need to look into Fleisher. This place set the tone for a wonderful night.
Grisha Zeitlin is wonderful to work with, he gave me lots of great options and the place looked beautiful.

Classes in _​_​_​_​_​_​_​_​_​_​ (insert medium of choice here)? — check
Art Gallery? — check
Chapel and event space for weddings, showers, fundraisers, etc? — check
Super great staff and faculty? — check check checker-​oo
The facilities are unparalleled, the cost way undervalues the benefits, and I have nary a negative thing to say about the Fleish. Learn anything you want in a supportive and amazing atmosphere — it will immediately feel like home.

a amazing asset to the community. classes are very professional and instructors are top notch.

Fleisher is a great place to learn something new or continue learning and developing your skills. I’ve taken many classes at Fleisher. Some were free and others weren’t and the quality in both is impressive. I’ve tried some new things that I loved learning about and practicing with the instruction of great teachers. I’ve taken some of the skills I’ve learned and developed more on my own.
Fleisher is a short walk form downtown, if you’re close to the South Street area. If you’re not, there’s a parking lot. Sometimes it gets full during peak times, but there is usually good street parking available if you get caught without a space. Once you get inside, the staff at the front desk is very friendly and helps you with any questions you might have.
They also feature exhibits by local artists and students. These are always a treat to see and change often. If you don’t take a class, definitely check and see what artwork they have on display! They’re free to see.

What a remarkable gem in South Philly — and a perfect event space for the MANNA PA fist annual Guac-​off.
Friendly staff at reception, clean restrooms, small kitchenette.
Good stuff!
You can even have a wedding here.

I’ve been coming Fleisher for 5 years now, and I continue to go because it is a great place for art lovers. It is also a wonderful place to talk to people from all walks of life. Sign up for a tuition free art classes early, as they run out of spots almost immediately! There is a great variety to chose from. You must be a member to take tuition free courses, but purchasing a family membership is the most economical, because you and your family/​friends can all split the cost!

This place is an absolute gem! I’m taking two classes at Fleisher. I moved to Philly 6 months ago and am looking to connect with artists — it turns out that I’m in the right place! In both of my classes, my instructors are also professors at UARTS, so they seem up on the knowledge of subject. My fellow students are friendly as well and I enjoy the diversity among us. I am really glad that Fleisher will be a part of my next 5 months!
If you are thinking about taking a class, don’t be shy, just sign up and show up! Everyone has been so nice and the place has a very positive vibe throughout.

I love this place. I took the class Stitching and Surface. I have taken other embroidery classes before and this was by far the best. The teacher really knows her stuff and is able to give instruction on details about the art form that really make it easier to do. She has a very realistic curriculum of projects. She is great at answering questions. You can tell that she really loves to teach and she really cares that you learn. I hope all other art classes at Fleisher are as good as this one. I am excited to continue taking more and more classes there.
Also, while I can afford the tuition, I think it is really important that they give a lot of tuition assistance to those who cannot. All too often adult art classes are populated by people with deep wallets. I think there is a great mix of students in this class.
The whole building has a great vibe. I find it really uplifting just to walk in the door. And, I am not the kind of person who uses the words vibe or uplifting. Way to go Fleisher.

Fleisher is amazing. I recently returned here after a 20 yr. hiatus. My mom took me here on Saturdays as a child for drawing and painting.
I took Intro to Photography With Sharon Gunther and Portraiture with Amber Johnston. I had taken photography in college but that was back when film was popular. Both classes taught me so much about my camera and photography in general. The instructors are knowledgeable and very hands-​on. What’s great about these classes is that you don’t need a fancy digital slr to participate. They class can be adapted according to whatever digital camera you own.
These classes are affordable and there are many class times (and types) to choose from. There are a range of different ages and I think that contributes to the great atmosphere these classes offer. I would recommend Fleisher to anyone.

Great instructors, fun interesting classes for all levels. They have affordable workshop and free (yes!) classes for adults and kids. My son started taking classes in their afterschool workshops and loves them. I enjoyed a fiber class last year and silkscreen class a while back. We have always had a great time! Only downside is figuring out when to sign up for classes, but they have really helpful staff.

High caliber art exhibitions, free classes for adults, workshops for kids, classes in many media and a beautiful sanctuary. It’s a great community space for art lovers.

I am very pleased to have met Fleisher Art. We are grateful for the services they provide.
I took a Saturday Oil Painting class and my child took a digital photography class. We are returning for more. Ms. Louise is great! You may or may not get her spunk but either way soak up all the knowledge and skill you can grasp. The photog class from my vantage point has really been an asset and I plan to send her to other classes to open her up to art a little more. Its good for your brain.
There is a moody artist at the front desk bit but its not a problem to get through her to get to the classes.

I’ve taken 2 digital photography classes here in the last 2 years, and really enjoyed them. They were good mixes of guided assignments, open critique, and access to someone with specific questions that may come up. There were interesting people from all walks of life in both classes, though I suspect I was one of the youngest in both.
Compared to what a 2 month class at UArts would cost, this place is a steal! Of course it may not be able to provide as many things as a place like UArts, but if you’re looking for a more laid back style class this is probably a good place to look. The courses that they offer are as varied as the instructors that they can find, and they’re open to suggestions if there’s something you’re interested in that they don’t have. A friend of mine took a free watercolor class here, and while she enjoyed it wished for more direction from the instructor, so if you’re not sure give them a call and they can probably help guide you to a class that’s right for you.
The extra $ 30 bucks for a season membership also gets you into the Art Museum for free =)

I took two classes here … bookbinding and silkscreen I. They were terrific. The class schedules fit into my life schedule, and if I had to miss a class or needed to do extra work, the instructors worked with me to make it happen.
The prices are reasonable and a lot of supplies are provided for you. (I don’t need an excuse to buy art supplies though)
The instructors are professionals of one sort or another, and can offer great real-​life experience about how to incorporate what you’re learning into your current job. They are personable and helpful. I am always looking for new ways to be creative and this is a goldmine.
I am dying to take more classes and I will at some point. They have a lottery system for some of the popular classes, but I’ve always gotten a spot.
The only bad thing about it is the parking lot. It fills up quickly and the spots are tight. I say park on the street and avoid it altogether.

I am addicted to Fleischer! The school offers workshops and tuition-​free art classes for people with all sorts of artsy interests. I’ve taken the ceramics and drawing classes and they have been a blast!
The teacher, David Berger, for drawing 1 is hilarious! He really makes people feel comfortable in the class and does his best to go around the room and help each person individually. The class is large though, since it is a prerequisite for some other advanced classes.
For Drawing 2, I had Hiro and he was awesome as well. He was super encouraging and started each class by giving us a print out of a technique that we’ll try that day. Then the rest of the class is spent drawing still models or live models. The teacher goes around to each person and spends about 5 –10 minutes help giving that person individual instruction. That sort of attention isn’t what you’d expect at a «free-​tuition» class. It’s wonderful, really.
Ceramics is also a really great class. I had Shawna’s class, and it was a lot of fun. We were basically just worked on whatever we wanted, whether throwing or hand building. I got a bit obsessed with throwing bowls and now have a box full of them.
On average, I’ve spent only about $ 70 on supplies per class. I highly recommend taking a Fleisher membership if you’re taking a class. I think it’s like $ 30 a semester, a small price to pay for art classes from such talented teachers.

As a collector of rare books, I have always loved the Fleisher!
It is an international icon and deserves more attention!!!

My friend had a wedding here toward the end of winter, And I was instantly impressed by the beauty and history of the place. It’s tucked away in a cozy Bella Vista neighborhood so it’s a good secret place to bring people to on most occasions. it has an eclectic selection of art as you may expect. but it also has a beautiful little chapel room in the back. so make note of it if your looking for a location for a wedding that goes beyond the traditional.
Now that I know It has some fair and reasonably priced art lessons I Think that I might just have to check out the website and see about enrolling in something. so Chances our I’ll be updating on this review once I do.