Last week, I went to the Opening Reception for the South Shore Art Center's current Media Mix…read moreexhibition (one of my pieces is in the show!) What a lovely evening! And, crowded, too -the entire gallery space was packed! There was food, beer, wine, live jazz music, awards, and lots of beautiful artwork! :) If you have never been, there are basically 2 main gallery spaces, the Bancroft Gallery & the Dillon Gallery. The Bancroft gallery is the larger space where Media Mix is being shown. I like this space very much! It has large walls on one side of it, and shorter walls on the other side with ample lighting. The walls seem to be some kind of upholstered plywood which makes for easy positioning of paintings. (No worrying about hiding nail holes!) There is also a hardwood floor which makes the entire space look modern and clean. The Dillon Gallery is smaller and darker. There was an exhibit of Italian paintings in there, which I enjoyed very much! This was really my first involvement with the South Shore Art Center, but overall, it seems to be a great place to view and learn about art! Everyone I met there is very friendly, and happy to meet local artists. It is also located in a beautiful town! I highly recommend stopping by to take a peek: http://blog.thelonebeader.com/2010/03/media-mix-opening-reception.html

From the owner: Art education for adults and children of all levels and abilities. The Artist-in-residence program…read moreis offered to schools in the region, bringing over 1400 4th and 5th graders to the Art Center each year. Rotating exhibitions of contemporary art by regional and national artists. Over 170 Juried Gallery Artists participate in exhibitions in the galleries at South Shore Art Center, the Paul Pratt Library and South Shore Conservatory in Hingham, MA. Annual Arts Festival on Father's Day Weekend draws over 9000 visitors to the three-day event.

I came to Artsy because I had won a gift card in a silent auction -- and I'm so glad I did! I went…read morethere for a lesson on how to use my sewing machine that I'd never really tried before and left after a great session. She gave me a full lesson on how the machine worked and gave me plenty of tips and a project to work on on my own. I highly recommend this place and plan to go back!

From the owner: Open Studio Hours Tuesdays 10am-12pm After School Sewing…read moreClasses for Kids Adult Sewing Classes daytime and evenings Crafty Workshops Birthday Parties Girl Scout Events Crochet and Knitting Classes Babylock Sewing Machine sales Sewing Machine Reparis Small amount of quilt shop quality fabric available for sale by appointment

I came to Liz Boston Art Studio today and couldn't wait to get home to leave a glowing review!…read more I'm a Big Sister in the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization and am always looking for affordable and fun outings for me and my little. This place is a hidden gem! If you're art challenged like I am or are just looking for a little bit of inspiration, you can purchase a pre-stenciled drawing. If you are more gifted with a paintbrush or are just looking to channel your inner Picasso, you can opt for a blank canvas and let your inspiration flow! Walk-ins are encouraged and for $9 per canvas (includes all supplies), it's an economical and fun way to spend an afternoon. The owner is extremely friendly and for those who love dogs, Kona the Puggle is a friendly pooch who roams around the shop giving tips for your painting and only asks for a loving head rub in return. Plan your visit to Liz Boston today and you won't be disappointed. The staff is extremely friendly and their passion for art and their customers is apparent. Thanks for a great afternoon!

Highly recommended. I walked in with my daughter to do a little painting. For $9/person you get to…read moreselect from pre-stenciled drawings on which you can paint. The drawings are great and they provide plenty of paint to create your own masterpiece. The owner Liz is super nice along with Kona the resident puppy artiste. Even though my daughter is only three she still had fun splashing paint on the canvas. If you're looking for a fun activity with your kids, this is the perfect spot.

Yes, the hours suck - and I'm lucky enough to have a flexible schedule so that I can go down during…read morea weekday afternoon and get supplies. However, I can almost guarantee that the reason they aren't open Saturdays is due to lack of help. I love this place! Mike is super helpful and knowledgeable. If they don't have what you need in stock they will order it for you. I will continue to support this business because I don't want Blick or Amazon to push them to close. Let's keep supporting the small, local businesses! (Maybe they will find someone willing to work a Saturday again soon)

This is the go to place for clay! This is the supply store of the Portland Pottery located up in…read moreMaine. Clay prices are great. I buy all my clay here. The prices get better with volume you buy. The staff is extremely knowledgable and glad to help you figure your needs. There glaze selection and glaze material supply is amazing. I have been buying here for several years and only once or twice have they not had what I needed but had it ordered in quickly. If you are in the area stop in to buy your clay. The prices are competitive with ordering online and you save a fortune on shipping. They recently remodeled the show room, much of the jars of glazes and all the fun tools (aka toys) are out on display and the clay and oxidizes etc are in the warehouse. They quickly put your order together and load it in your vehicle for you. They carry kiln shelves and parts and have always had what I needed in stock. Go see they and save a bundle!!!

Visiting Boston Artistry was amazing. We visited for the shoe design experience with our ten year…read moreold twins. They absolutely loved it and came away with some very cool shoes! The owner was absolutely wonderful. She gave great direction and made everyone involved feel very welcome and part of the experience. She gave great design advice and ensured we were supported throughout the process. Was a very memorable experience. Highly recommend!

From the owner: The Boston Artistry is a fun and creative art studio offering unique art workshops. You can learn…read moreto customize your own sneakers, jackets, tees, and more. The studio also hosts events and classes for all ages and skill levels.

I just completed a color theory class with Robyn. She is extremely knowledgeable and fun to learn…read morefrom. Robyn breaks information down for students with challenging activities. I would highly recommend taking a class with Robyn

From the owner: Looking for the perfect summer activity for your creative kiddo? Let their imagination run wild at…read moreThe Art Barn Studio’s Summer Art Program in Hanover, MA! What We Offer: Weekly themed art camps full of color, creativity, and hands-on fun Projects include painting, sculpting, mixed media, and more Small groups for personalized attention & big artistic expression Professional, friendly instructors who love inspiring young artists Whether your child is a mini Monet or just loves getting messy with paint, they'll thrive in our welcoming barn-turned-art-haven. No experience needed—just a love for making art and having fun! Camps run July-August—4 weeks, 3 hour, morning and afternoon sessions! 📍 Conveniently located in Hanover, MA 👧 Ages: 5–12 📞 Call or visit our website to register today! ✨ Let’s make this summer the most colorful one yet! ✨

Although I am not a member of the Quincy Art Association (yet), I have participated in their annual…read moreQuincy Artsfest for the past two years. The Quincy Artsfest has established itself as one of the finest family oriented art and photography shows in Massachusetts, and it is one a the few things left to do in town that is free! They have 4 different art exhibits, childrens' workshops, entertainment, and craft sales. It's usually held two weeks after Labor Day, and it is a fun place to take the kids! After showing my beadwork at this event for the past two years, I plan on becoming a member because I believe that it is important to support local art and encourage involvement in the arts within the community. http://blog.thelonebeader.com/search?q=Quincy+Artsfest

Found a random event on Facebook and it was a gem. Milton…read moreArt Centers first Friday event was really fun. There was an exhibit of local artist Daphne Confor's wonderful portrait art, blues bands, a generous spread of free pizza and snacks, and a cash bar with cans of beer etc. I had never heard of Milton Art Center before. Apparently they have classes as well. Fun event in a beautiful old public library building.

Milton Arts Center is an awesome place for an event. Highly recommended for rentals or just…read morestopping by. First Friday events run from September to June with a great snack spread and pizza. Cash bar is extremely reasonable.

I was brought here for my birthday and we had an absolute blast! Highly recommend this experience…read moreto everyone. BYOB and BYOS(snacks). They walk you through the whole process step my step.

What a fun outing with girlfriends! Even if you are not artsy at all the team makes sure you have…read moreeasy to follow instructions and will go home with something you are proud of. I can't wait to do it again!

Tongwood Art was a really positive experience! I have painted canvas of art and crafted with play…read moredough. The art teacher is very knowledgeable and helped me feel confident in creating arts and crafts. The art teacher is very patient, kind, and helpful. She made art and crafts seem very do-able with every learner that participates in the activities. The interior is very uniquely designed where each wall and space has its own character. The location is very easy to get to via public transit and there are parking spots on the streets. I highly recommend this art studio for a date night or family activity!

I have a 5 year old that loves art... I think the teacher makes the experience. We came in. Weren't…read moregreeted. No name intros. Nothing was set up. She didn't explain what we would be doing. I wasn't comfortable leaving him so hung back and helped out. One mom dropped off a kid who needed a bit extra help settling in and the teacher was visibly annoyed with him. Just not the type of place that's warm, inviting or inspiring . I took art in Eastern Europe throughout my childhood and the teaches commanded the room. This was basically overpriced babysitting. Hoping it's just this one class. Going to try a different school a go.