A remarkable pottery shop and clay studio. I was impressed by the quality and creativity of the…read morepieces. There is a wide range of pottery available in every price range. The variety of different styles of pottery is another plus. Everyone will enjoy shopping here.

I took my 2 granddaughters to Ton Pottery for a pottery class. It was such a fantastic experience…read morefor us. The owner explained the process in detail and was very helpful thru the class. We made plates, cups and had fun. He kept the class small and provided the materials. We can't wait to go again. Mothers-he has "Baby and Me Classes. This is an added bonus to Pittsburgh's culture.

If you haven't climbed the glowing, neon-red stairwell into Redfishbowl, you are seriously missing…read moreout on Lawrenceville's ultimate creative wonderland. Having this place within literal walking distance of my apartment was the best. It's an absolute powerhouse of a collective where the vibe is brilliantly chaotic and endlessly welcoming. On any given night, you can wander in and find yourself surrounded by a wild mix of local art, ranging from moody, glow-in-the-dark multimedia installations to stunning contemporary paintings and custom apparel. But it's not just a gallery; it's a living, breathing community hub. I've walked over for everything from super chill community yoga sessions and intensely focused figure drawing classes to packed open mics, live band showcases, and the legendary Lawrenceville Art Crawl after-parties. Having such a kaleidoscope of local talent, music, and performance just a short stroll away made me feel incredibly spoiled; it's the definitive beating heart of the neighborhood's art scene.

A very quirky and very cool art exhibit/shop in Lawrenceville. Some of the coolest and most unique…read moreart I've seen. If you want to support some local artists then this is your spot to check out.

I took my niece to their Kid+Me Disney Princess Meet & Greet: Painting with Belle event. My niece…read moreloves princesses and this is one thing we do together so I loved having this experience with her. She got to color and paint the enchanted rose from beauty and the beast. There were also cookies and tea (apple juice) and then Belle arrived to read a story and we had a photo opportunity with her! If your little one loves art this is a must!

What a great art studio for the kids! We have been here several times for art themed birthdays with…read moreour kids, and decided to look into art classes for our budding Warhol. They offer several different classes throughout the year, so there's something for every age and every interest. Art supplies come with the tuition, and we have been very pleased with the courteous staff, knowledgeable teachers, and overall experience for our kids, who just love this place! It's great to see the kids learn new techniques as they attend the weekly after school sessions, and will most definitely continue having them enjoy this experience for years to come. Honestly, the only downside to this place is its popularity, which leads to occasional difficulties with leaving the parking lot, but it's a small price to pay for a very happy child who is encouraged to learn and create.

Came here on Tuesday around 4pm, and it's wasn't busy at all. We did a walk in, and there was only…read moreone other party there. Unlike other painting places, this place has pre-sketched canvases that can guide you to paint a pretty picture. That is was stands out most to me, and what I love about this place. I believe they have classes as well, but you have to schedule an appointment for them. Many of their sketches vary from emojis, nature, characters like Harry Potter, unicorns, animals, all the great stuff! I believe the prices vary from $15-25, at least from what we painted. The workers there are very friendly and helpful! I'm not sure what the guy's name was, but he really helped turn my painting around! He taught me to play with the colors and adding contrast, and it really made a difference. Whenever you run out of paint, they are more than happy to get you more. They also give you another painting that you can try to replicate or add your own twist to it. They just started a stamp program, with every 4 purchases of a painting, you get the 5th one free! If you want to have a fun time for a cheap cost, come to paint monkey! I'll definitely be back and claim that free painting haha.

Due to the National Emergency we're all stuck at home and getting more bored by the day…read more Thankfully Paint Monkey was offering paint kits to go. We got the large ones for last weekend. Easy to order and extremely easy to pick up. Gave enough paints and brushes. Canvas had an outline on it already. Not much in the way of directions though. Mixing colors was a little challenging. All in all it was fun. This week we're doing smaller ones and requested something specific - this past weekend was a mystery. You could make requests which we did for two. Wish I had told them one was for a man. There really wasn't anything given to us that he really wanted. We had a Harry Potter theme, butterfly, toucan, cupcake, and shoe. The shoe really threw me off - like why would someone paint a shoe. Anyways it was still fun.

My daughter has done several art projects here and always has a great time!…read more Not only does she have fun but her skills have improved and the teacher has been really encouraging to her pursuing her talent and unique art style. Not just a great place for technical abilities of an artist, but makes it fun and builds confidence.

What a quaint cool place with amazing everything. Eva is amazing and helpful. So many options from…read morelocal artists.

While browsing the Carnegie farmer's market I came across a vendor who had this store's goods out…read morefront on a table for sale. There was a nice assortment of things to choose from including fingerless gloves and beautiful pottery mugs. They told me if I want to see more then head into the store. I did just that and got to meet up with the owner Eva and learn more about the business. Various artists from all over the country contribute their wares to this shop and some are even local. You can find most anything here from crafted "aliens" to wooden Nativity sets to various types of jewelry, glass, pottery and of course beautiful paintings that adorn the walls. Even Eva herself has some of her own works for sale here. There is so much to look at. She also told me some of the artists do charitable work and you can purchase things such as "cuff" bracelets that will signify the artist who created the piece. The drink mugs were beautiful and some of them had Bible verses on them. I was admiring a green one with a flower on the handle and then I learned that she hoped to get more selection in from this seller within the next week or so. I decided to hold off on my purchase until I saw what was coming in. Some of the merchandise can be pricey but it all depends up the work that is put into them. For example an artist, she was selling had hand drawn images of a few of Pittsburgh's landmarks as a cuff bracelet. It's a bit pricey but she told me all the labor that goes into making the design can be time consuming. They offer workshops and events from time to time. Most of the art is contemporary style with at least 20 different artists in emerging to mid career levels. Check out their on line shop if you want to learn more or make a purchase directly from your home. This shop is currently open Thurs-Sun only and of course you can walk in when the farmer's market is going on. Am definitely planning to return here so I can browse more of the collection. Situated on Main St near the Carnegie Coffee company, metered street parking is available across the street.

Our girls trip started the morning creating here and it was wonderful! The staff were very…read moreattentive and accommodating! The whole art experience was very relaxing! I'm planning on returning again!!

Tired of the same old? Try this cute art studio! I was here with a group and we had a great time…read morefeeling inspired by art projects that did not require an incredible amount of knowledge and commitment. I turned two candles into an art piece by adding dried flowers to them. I can't wait to now turn them into a birthday gift. Thankful for the hospitality! Making arts, meeting new people War Streets Art Salon was founded in 2024 by Pittsburgh-based artist and entrepreneur Clarise Fearn, the creative force behind Clarise Creative Wellness. Their mission is to provide a fun, supportive, and casual environment where adults can explore their creative side without feeling pressured to be "good at art."

Went to Local Bar and Kitchen, South Side, Pittsburgh…read more I don't think someone could have a bad time at Paint Nite - Apparently, this is new to Pittsburgh which is surprising because everything went really smoothly. Not a single complaint. Instead of boasting about how much fun it was, I'm just going to answer a few questions that I had going into it/some insight. -BYOB / SNACKS are by venue only. I went to Local which is a bar/restaurant and so we paid ourselves. -Side Note, Local's food is really good, a lot of beer variety, and it was Wednesday Wine Night (buy a bottle, get a bottle)- -There is not a lot of room to eat because the easels are set up close to each other so I would recommend eating before/after -We got drinks before we started and they had a server going around during so that you didn't have to make people move for you (we also took a break during to get more drinks/walk around to see others work and meet new people) -GROUPON had an amazing deals. It was basically half off. -Just bring yourself (paint/brushes/water/paper towel/smock/easel are set up before you arrive) -I recommend getting there 10 min. early to get settled. There was no designated seats for this one and due to the Polar Vortex, no one obviously wanted to sit away from the heater or near the windows. (especially if you're in a bigger group) -You are painting without an outline - completely free hand. The instructor is there to give inspiration/answer questions/paint with you/have fun. -You can paint whatever you want - the "theme" is just kind of a guide/something to make it more of an event. -Went from 7-9. There was no rush to leave. We left our paintings and had a drink after at the bar to let our paint dry. -It's just fun. No pressure/judgment. -Some people were solo/some in groups/some just pairs. All accepted. We went on 1/29 at Local. S/O the "That Paint Lady" ... she was great. Super funny, encouraged drinking and really owned the room.

I've been hearing about Paint Nite for about a year now, so I was excited to finally attend. This…read moreis a fun activity to do with friends and family. Here's what I liked: 1. Everything was well organized, down to the apron, the paints, and all is setup for you in advance. 2. The host has a PA system, so everyone can hear well. 3. The host was very positive, encouraging everyone to be creative and have fun. 4. The painting was broken down into methodical steps so everyone succeeded. 5. It's a great way to meet new people and to socialize with your friends. 6. It's FUN! There are different instructors and venues. I went to Getaway Cafe and the staff there was very welcoming and the food was good. Our instructor had a degree in Art, and she took the time to explain how to complete the painting in easy steps. Nobody at Paint Nite paid full price, they all got their tickets through Groupon. Not sure how long Groupon will sell the half price tickets, but if you use the code PITTSBURGH you can bypass the Groupon website.