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    Jessica G.

    Came here recently with my 3 year old in tow and they were extremely patient with us as we did our mini paint project for Father's Day gifts about a week and a half go. Was extremely pleased we got to pick up the week of Father's Day weekend. I hadn't made the expectation because I understand sometimes depending on how busy their schedule is with their oven - you might not be able to pick up for a couple weeks. The turn-around was very quick for us this time and I appreciated that!! I don't know if I would necessarily recommend to younger children like my son. But I think I would go back with my oldest son or even by myself as a little art outlet. You have to be patient with the process as you need to build up the layers of color for more vibrancy. It involves letting the colors dry between layers for optimal results. The colors start out muted but with glazing and firing in the kiln - they turn into vibrant beautiful pieces of work!

    Before and after glazing. I'm really disappointed that the staff smudged the paint under the face.

    My friend and I went to Alpha Fired Arts for a fun Saturday afternoon activity of painting pottery together. Unfortunately it was weird vibes from start to finish. First, they were almost completely out of their selection of bisque ceramics despite advertising having the "largest selection" so we were stuck picking random pieces we didn't really want. Second, I generally got unfriendly vibes from the staff but I can't articulate how and why. Third, their point of sale was down so they said they couldn't call us when our pieces were ready and instead we'd have to call to check ourselves, which just doesn't make sense because they had a paper with our phone numbers? Third, they messed up my piece! I put a little face on the dish I painted and they smudged the paint of the mouth. I know it was them who messed it up and not me because I took a photo of my piece right before I left. I am super disappointed because I was so excited about how good it turned out (I'm not very artistic). Their saving grace is the spinning wheel you can put your piece on while painting. I've never seen that at any of the other pottery painting studio I've been to and it is a game changer. Overall, I might try a different pottery painting place where that is their main business (I got the vibe that the pottery painting was a tertiary concern for Alpha behind their supplies and classes). However it's nice to have this type of creative indoor activity available in this neighborhood.

    Lin L.

    This review is long overdue. I was here last year, sometime in April-June. First timer. We enjoyed painting our mugs. The cashier/lady and gent at the front wasn't chirpy as we entered the front door. it doesn't matter to me. I paid for the service and my mug, just give me paint and help me set it. The price is pretty reasonable. Painting area is small but clean. It was filled that day, a Saturday. I wish we have arrived 3 hours earlier so we would have more time to think of exactly what we wanted on our mugs. But wait, I love my mug. So did my kid. Look at 'em, yes?

    Amanda J.

    My son took their summer ceramic class and also their Thursday evening class. He loves it. He made so many things during the summer class I don't even know how they made any money. Both the teachers are very nice. My son was 7 over the summer and is 8 now. I totally recommend their kid classes. He made plates, bowls, a dog, a ceramic bird house, etc.

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    11 months ago

    Everything you need for ceramics. Attentive and knowledgeable staff. Affordable firing.

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    Everything I needed, all my questions answered by the lovely staff about how to go about working with an old kiln. So happy I came here!

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    4 years ago

    Great place to take kids & spend time painting their ceramics should stay open longer but nice outing

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