ABFA is the gallery you MUST see on First Friday in Binghamton…read more Anthony Brunelli's gallery is composed of works by emerging, mid-career, and established international artists alike in the areas of contemporary realism, photorealism and well-disciplined abstract paintings, drawings, sculpture, original prints, and alternative photographic media. The subject matter is always changing in the gallery, so you'll likely find something that catches your eye in their monthly rotations. If you're new to art galleries, prepare to be shocked at the value of the works here. Everything here is exquisitely executed, well deserving of its title as a fine art gallery. You will most certainly find the best pieces around here. Undoubtedly the highlight of each First Friday for me. My favorite piece in their upstairs collection is the reverse perspective piece by Peter Roth. If you're unfamiliar with reverse perspective, it is a 3D technique that creates an optical illusion of moving through the space in the painting. It's a fun piece to ponder!

If I was leaving a review base barely on the merits of the business. It would have been better, but…read moreI have to factor in the flight and a half of steep concrete steps with no handicapped accessibility. It was a bit cold inside and the hot water cut off at some point while we were there. The person who was working there was very nice and helpful. I would definitely go back if going back wasn't so painful.

I'm super disappointed because I really did have a good time here and it's a super cute place. I…read morewent in with a family member and we painted mugs. We were there for a while because I was doing a 2 color polka dot pattern on my mug that took a little bit of time. The environment was nice and though it was a little crowded we still managed to find a place to sit with lots of options. My disappointment actually stems from the final product I picked up. I picked two specific colors for my pattern, blue and green, and made the cup black. I asked the woman working multiple times about the colors and with the dots if I needed to go over them multiple times to make sure the color came out right. I was told no and that the pattern and colors looked great and would turn out great. To my surprise when I picked up my cup there was not a single drop of blue anywhere to be seen. Not even a little bit. I am so sad and disappointed because I had not only specifically asked about the colors but if I would have known the blue would not have shown I would have went with a different color. The cup to me looks like it's missing something, because it is, but other people seem to like it. But I'm just super disappointed and wish that when I had asked I would have been told that's not a color you can do with black. Because I obviously had no idea and spent a good amount of time trying to make it perfect. I wanted to include pictures to show what it looked like when I left it and when I picked it up. If I can recommend anything it's for the employees to help with transparency when helping people start their project and expectations on that. I paid for 2 mugs that day so almost $50 and I just got disheartened when I picked mine up. I would still recommend this place as it's super cute and is still a fun day activity. Just wish I would have known about the colors while painting.

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The only times I go into the Co-op are during Binghamton's First Fridays. They always have a new…read morecollection of art from multiple artists to view. Media ranges from pottery, to oil, to photography, to slightly interactive, and almost always something mixed. Most of the work I have seen there has been kid friendly, but scope it out before you drag them in.

Schedule your class to make stained glass!…read more This is a stained glass studio and gift shop located on a picturesque fifth generation farm. The gift shop carries unique items including jewelry, candles, pottery, greeting cards and stained glass designs. All gift shop items are hand-crafted in the United States. We made shamrocks when we went there, but the owner Michael will help you make whatever your heart desires. A bunch of designs he has made hang all around the shop and you can pick one or come up with your own concept. He helps you through the process which includes cutting the glass, smoothing it out, and soldering it together. The vibe here is very relaxed and educational.

Arielle and Les have done my tattoos and I must say they do an amazing job!!!!! They both have fine…read moreline work and have surpassed my expectations. I highly recommend and I will be returning for more.

Ariel is amazing. She has done three tattoos for me in three styles and nailed them all, whether…read moreshe was doing the design or transcribing another artists work (with permission) it is always impressive! I plan to keep going to her until she gets too famous to get time with! The shop is a friendly atmosphere, clean, and very comfy.

We recently hosted my daughter's bridal shower on June 1st at The Orchard at Chenango Commons for…read moreabout 65 people, and I can't say enough good things about our experience! From the very beginning, the owners and staff were incredibly professional, attentive, and clearly love what they do. Their passion shows in every detail--nothing was overlooked, and the entire event ran seamlessly. The venue itself is absolutely stunning. So many of our guests commented on how beautiful and welcoming the space is. The atmosphere was warm, elegant, and perfect for such a special occasion. Any questions we had along the way were answered quickly and thoroughly, which gave us so much peace of mind throughout the planning process. If you're looking for a venue that combines charm, professionalism, and a team that truly cares about your event, The Orchard at Chenango Commons is the place to go. We couldn't have asked for a better experience!