My friend and I attended a one-night pottery class. It was so much fun! The instructor/owner, Pedro…read morewas a fantastic teacher. The class was small enough so that everyone got individual attention and there was enough time and freedom to experiment. I have never used a wheel and now I want to do it more often. A great place to try out this technique in a low-stress and relaxed format. I will definitely be back

Pedro was very kind taking me into the Coop Program for the opening semester. It was a great…read moreexperience in all ways. A supportive, nurturing atmosphere where I could get reacquainted with my love of working with clay. Pedro has all of the qualities to have a first rate ceramic facility that draws in talent and novice artists, all wanting to explore the richness of clay where the proximity to talent easily rubs off. Go Pedro Go!

I've been to Art Buzz twice now, and I absolutely love it! It's so much fun, and I appreciate how…read moreit goes beyond the typical paint-and-sip class. At Art Buzz, you're encouraged to be creative with your paintings, which means you have the flexibility to choose your colors and add your own personal spin to your art. It's a unique experience and different from any other paint-and- sip classes I've been to.

Had a really fun time with my friends at the Galentine's / Outside The Lines class! As a novice…read morepainter, the instructor was easy to follow and super helpful. I loved the piece I created and it was really cool to see how everyone's painting had their own unique look. I liked mine so much, that I opted to buy the picture frame so it was ready to hang up when I got home. The price for the class was also super reasonable and it's great that you can BYOB. Can't wait to come back for another girls' night out!

I decided to take a sewing class this summer because I already had an interest in fashion and had…read morebeen gifted a sewing machine, but I had no idea where to start. Nerissia made sewing accessible and fun. The environment was very friendly, and I felt comfortable asking questions. We had multiple fun projects, including making a sweatshirt and a skirt. All the things we were taught have helped me do my own projects and have given me the confidence to take on my own sewing projects. Since the class, I can now read patterns, easily follow sewing videos on YouTube, and troubleshoot issues I may run into with my personal sewing machine! If you've ever thought that sewing may be something you'd love, give it a try!

From the owner: Life's too short to sew alone in a corner. Welcome to SiaDezigns and Workroom, where you don't…read morehave too! Our design studio is filled with sewing tools, awesome design books, and friendly faces. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, young or old, everyone's welcome. No experience required—join our community and take a class today

I attended an event where Paint the Town lead a painting class. The class was about 90 people of…read moreall ages. All materials were provided. The instructors moved at a reasonable pace. They offered painting tricks and tips as needed, and they were very friendly and supportive of all dofferent skill levels. While there was a general instruction, painters were encouraged to use their own creativity as well. It was a great experience, and I would definitely do it again!

I have done two events with Paint the Town and both have been well received…read more These were with my business clients. Each time the instructor was excellent, patient and talented. To add to the experience, I brought a blue-tooth speaker to play music and supplied wine to sip and a charcuterie board to snack while painting, I would highly recommend Paint the Town.

What a fun place to be. They hold all different kind of improv classes and workshops, including a…read moreworkshop for children. The staff is fantastic and very knowledgeable. The kids workshop includes free admission for the child to the family show later in the day. It runs once a month on Sunday afternoons. Great experience!

From the owner: Sea Tea Improv teaches our own improv comedy courses in our Studios on Pratt St. in Downtown…read moreHartford, CT. All members of Sea Tea Improv who are course instructors have completed an improv training program from world-renowned comedic improvisation theaters like the Upright Citizens Brigade, BATS Improv, ImprovBoston, or The Second City. We pride ourselves on bringing high-quality improv instruction and performance to Hartford, CT. Studios are open during classes, workshops, & studio events, and open for you when you need to rent a studio.

This place was nice! We went for a group outing of seven people. When I called earlier in the week,…read morethe guy said we didn't need a reservation and could just walk in for Saturday. We all planned to meet there at 5 PM, but when we arrived, they told us we actually needed a reservation and had to come back at 6:45. Thankfully, West Hartford has plenty to do, so we walked around, grabbed some food, and returned for our reservation. One thing to know is that you pick the pottery you want to paint it's not a place where you make the pottery yourself. That has pros and cons, depending on your preferences. I'm honestly not that artistic when it comes to freehand painting, so I picked a simple snowflake design (probably the cheapest option at around $14). My friends picked reindeer, cookie trays, and other fun items. Painting was fun, but you have to leave your piece for 2-3 weeks to be glazed, so don't expect to take it home the same day. The space is small, but I liked the intimate setting. The staff was also very nice, and overall, I had a good experience. I would definitely go back.

I have not had a hand in pottery since high school so this was a nice activity to do and spend…read morequality time with friends and family. Claypen is located on Farmington Avenue in West Hartford Center between Walden and Dale streets. Lookout for the sessions posted outside if looking for something specific. I was attracted to the Studio Ghibli theme they were having and immediately made a reservation. I honestly didn't know what to expect until I arrived there. Upon check in, we were shown where we'd be seated and were told that we select any ceramic on the shelf and will be provided the paints and can even replenish it ourselves from the shelf. As well as take as much time as we needed to complete our design. My daughter did her own thing and drew Sanrio on different sides while I wanted to paint Haku and my friend, Totoro. I think it all came out really well!! I looked up an image tried to copy it onto the jar. Originally using a pencil and lightly tracing it onto the surface to not affect the image, although I was told that the pencil burns off during the baking process. We were also instructed to paint more than 1 coat so that the paint will show. The whole process was easy enough. When finished, everything can be brought to the counter for payment. Essentially the painting is free, it's the ceramic that needs to be paid for. I would think that the piece is averagely priced. If wanting to be sure, definitely ask before picking a piece. I'd certainly do this again.

I took a Friday night workshop of Sign making. I was impressed on how knowledgeable the artist was…read moreabout the subject, the history and the materials available to choose from. My friend and I made both a nice sign using technique that could be quite intimidating as we never did anything like that before, using just basic technique...and considering the low price for 2-3 hr of workshop. It was a meditating experience. I highly recommend.

From the owner: The Farmington Valley Arts Center (FVAC) is a vibrant arts community that enables visitors to…read moreexperience the entire creative process from seeing artists at work to viewing finished creations in a gallery to learning the skills necessary to create works of their own.

Yelp hosted an event for us to check out Muse paint bar…read more Highlights:Upbeat staff, free snacks, caffeine AVAILABLE late at night ! All positive vibes all night which made it so fun to push my comfort zone with a few art techniques. Lots of freedom to explore and awesome to learn something new. Ps they are not offended if you paint your own image or add pizzazz !!!! They also have their employees art for sale in the back hallway. Drinks are a lil pricy but refreshing. They have cold brew in case you need a pick me up.

They put out a lot of treats to eat which was nice. The venue was easy to find and the instructor…read morewas good. I think you can have fun ad long as you dont take too seriously the outcome of your painting.