So excited to review one of my favourite creative spots in Calgary…read more 4cats studio offers painting, pottery, polymer clay sculpting, and other arts classes for adults, family, and children. We have done a polymer clay class and a ice cream bowl(pottery)class. Both were super enjoyable and their staff were amazing. I found that the small classes they offer are very informative, fun-filled, and affordable. They do 2 for 1 class deals which are such a good price for what you learn and you get to take home the product you make. When I was last there, which was when I did the pottery bowl class with my husband - I was pregnant and I was seriously excited for my baby to come out as soon as possible so she can start growing up and participating in these art classes. That's how much we liked being there! If you are in a rush, but want to do some art stuff at home, you can pop in and grab some of their polymer clay kits which are super cute and easy to make. I definitely recommend 4cats to everyone who is looking for some creative outlet, but dont want to spend a ton of money for in depth art classes.

the studio was closed for the scheduled camp and staff did not show up. me and other 8 parents…read morewaited with our kids at the door. no one was answering the phone or responding to emails at the studio. I was late for work, besides having to waste time and gas driving across the city to drop my child to camp. When I tried to contact manager later, they were not available to speak on the phone, only wanted to communicate in email. I was issued a refund in a form of a gift card that expires in one month. I had been a client of 4 cats for 15 years. This has been the worst experience I have ever had with camps for my children. Would never recommend, so disappointed. Everyone, chose another art studio

I went in for a glass fusing workshop for 2. In addition to the Groupon cost, I purchased large…read moreglass plates for an additional $160. A staff member called me a month later and told me one plate fused properly but the other one completely cracked in the kiln. And that when I come back I should get a refund for the one that cracked I called back 1 month later and the owner picked up and I asked what would be a good time to pop by to pick up the 1 piece that was fused properly and how getting a refund works for the other piece. He explained that they disposed off the 1 piece that survived as it had been 60 days (no one mentioned they throw out your work after 60 days...it wouldn't hurt to mention that in the phonecall) and he also said he had no record of anything related to the other plate cracking in the kiln and would not give me my money back. That's basically well over $200 gone down the drain. I can understand the 60 day policy of throwing things out, however if they lose/break your work they should keep record of it and give you a refund. I tried to explain the day I went, a little bit about the staff member but the owner said he had no way of knowing so couldn't process a refund.

We bought the Groupon for ceramic painting for 2(good for $50 worth of ceramics) and decided to…read morebook in advance for Saturday morning. The shop wasn't busy (we were the only ones there), so we got a tour and explanation of types of ceramic paints and how to paint with it right away. The selection of ceramics were good, but it would have been nice if they had more different sized bowls, and maybe even some crochet yarn bowls as well. We really enjoyed painting our vase and lucky kitty. It took us about an hour or so to paint both items. Their staff is really helpful and attentive, so it made our first attempt in ceramic painting extremely easy and enjoyable. The only thing I was disappointed with was that it will take 2 weeks to get our ceramics back. Overall, we recommend trying out ceramic painting at Artopia. Their helpful staff makes all the difference, especially if it's your first time.

I absolutely love Pinnovate and love that it is in the deep SE Calgary and not downtown as it…read moresometimes is and that it is so close to my house. Back in the spring I did a painting class here where they gave us a piece of plywood board and a stencil that said spring has sprung and we got to paint it and decorate it with anything- it was great! Then just recently Pinnovate celebrated their first birthday party. At their birthday their was complimentary goodies from cobs bakery, complimentary ice cream or gelato from Fiasco gelato, pizza from coco brooks and coffee from rosso coffee roasters. They also were making balloon animals. We could visit and tour the store and paint complimentary cards with water colors. It was great!

We love Pinnovate! They have an incredible arts program for kids that my daughter absolutely…read moreloves. The instructors are phenomenal with the kids and they learn so many different skills and techniques. Highly recommend!

For our date night, we decided to try out the " Eat, Drink, Listen to music and paint in black…read morelight " night. We absolutely loved it! The Raw Canvas is a place that offers a free, non-judgmental environment where even people, who don't consider themselves artists or creative, can create something by themselves and be proud of their work. It was such a relaxing experience and a fun date night. We definitely recommend to try it out with your date, friends or whoever you want to spend a fun night with! If you want to read more about our experience and watch a video head to https://www.schnitzelandpoutine.ca/single-post/2017/07/31/date-night-paint-night-at-raw-canvas

From the owner: We offer curated and fun team building games and challenges, paint nights, birthdays, wine…read moretastings, blacklight paint nights, painting your pet portraits, birthdays, corporate events, sip and paint events in the park, mobile events, and the most unforgettable holiday parties.