We had the most AMAZING experience at Hawaiian Fluid Art celebrating my wife's birthday, and I…read morecannot say enough good things about it! From the moment we walked in, Cathy and Nikea welcomed us with such kindness and genuine warmth that we immediately felt at home. They went above and beyond to make the day special. They patiently walked us through everything step by step, gave us great tips, making sure every member of our family felt comfortable and confident. Their enthusiasm was contagious, and their encouragement turned what could have been a simple art session into a truly unforgettable memory. The finished pieces turned out beautiful, but what really stood out was the laughter and connection we experienced thanks to Cathy and Nikea's awesome energy. Highly recommend if you're looking for a unique, fun and family-friendly activity in Richmond!! This is a MUST DO!!

We had a wonderful time. Great location. Plenty of options to create and a wonderful staff to…read moreassist you through it all. We had a blast!

This is an interesting concept and a great franchise...and lots of fun!…read more We visited AR Workshop for a team fun event. Basically you select a project, pay for it and then you stain, paint, etc. the project, which takes 2-3 hours depending on how complicated it is. They also offer classes that you can sign up for. For my project, I chose to make a wooden tray. I had to assemble the tray, stain it and then add the stencil to complete it. The final step is attaching handles. You end up with a custom shabby chic or whatever style you prefer, so it's really customizable. The cost of the tray is $85. I will definitely be back and I want to bring my daughter. Unlike painting pottery, you leave with your project and the satisfaction of having created something beautiful and unique to you.

This is a fun place for an afternoon of creativity. The sign up process is easy, the instructor was…read morehelpful and friendly, and the finished product is nice & functional. It's a tad bit pricey but when you consider the cost of materials and the time you're spending there it works out. We made chunky knit blankets and were all in love with them at the end. It's fun to learn a new skill and hang out with friends while doing it. They serve drinks and you're allowed to bring food. We plan to host a private party here in the future. Kids (tweens/teens) would really enjoy this, too.

WOW!!! We had so much fun. Excellent attention to detail and lots of support! This is so fun. Grab…read morea buddy and take a class. You will enjoy and it's easy!!!

What a great new activity in Richmond! My sister and I went for our weekly sister day. We were…read moregiven amazing instruction and really felt supported throughout the whole rug making process. We went for the mini rug class which was a great introduction to tufting. Once you get used to the amount of pressure you're supposed to put on the tufting gum, it's easy! Next time I will for sure opt for a bigger project. It was a great time!

My mom and I came here to try glass blowing for the first time, and it was a fun experience. The…read moreworker was kind and explained everything clearly. We were able to help create our own pieces and choose the colors we wanted. I made a cup and my mom made an oil bottle. Overall, it was a great experience, but it's also easy to make mistakes, so it's important not to rush. The imperfections are small, but there are air bubbles in both of our pieces. While we were making the oil bottle, the instructor accidentally tapped it against the door of the furnace area, which left small white marks on the bottle. It's not a huge issue, but it could have been avoided.

I had a fun time at this glassblowing studio! I'd never tried anything like it before... think…read morepottery class, but way more fire involved. When we arrived, we were greeted and asked to complete our waiver forms. You get to choose what you'd like to make from a handful of options: a heart-shaped paperweight, an oil bottle, a tall drinking glass, and a few others. I can't wait to use my oil bottle! Before you dive in, the instructor walks you through everything: how to dip your poker into the molten glass, how to layer in colors (you pick your own palette, and how to help mold and shape your piece before it gets capped off. The studio is on the smaller side and is perfect for a date night, a girls' trip activity, or a unique outing with a small group of friends. We parked on the street since the back lot was full so just plan for that if you're heading over. Shoutout to the women behind this business... you can tell they genuinely love what they do and want every guest to leave with something they're proud of. I can't wait to pick up my bottle in a few days.

What an amazing place to visit! It's like an art museum where can buy pieces. It's three connected…read morebuildings filled with all types of art from local artists. I spent over an hour looking at the exhibits in all mediums. There was so much to see! The staff was super friendly and were offering free beer and wine today, bonus! I saw so many things that I really liked and have included some pictures. There's no charge for admission and it's a place I will definitely come back to visit.

Huge and wonderful gallery full of art of all kinds from local and regional artists. Whatever you…read moreare looking for you will find it at Crossroads: paintings, photography, sculpture, jewelry, tapestry, pottery, and more. We recently built a house in Richmond and decided to decorate with local art so we are regulars at Crossroads. The staff is friendly and helpful, and visitors are welcome to come a browse without anyone following them around urging them to purchase. Crossroads is a also a great place to take friends and family who are visiting Richmond.

Jennifer designed some fabulous pots for my front porch. I have no time these days so it was…read moreconvenient to text her pictures of things I like and then like magic, it appeared in my planters! All for a very reasonable price. I highly recommend.

From the owner: Our business is unique because we stay in constant contact with you via text pictures to make sure…read moreyour potted art is exactly what you want. However, if you do not want to be involved that is okay too. We offer orchid care after it stops blooming, which is free if you purchase the orchid from us. We will design and plant containers at your house. Follow us on Instagram and we will give you 10% off your first order. @potted_art. This is a home based business to keep costs down. This is why we do not post our address.

Great coffee, yummy snack, and lots of space to sit and enjoy coffee with your group! They have…read morepaid and unpaid activities available for your kiddos too or you can bring things to entertain them and let them play near you on the floor or at the table. I really love their mocha lattes as a staple but when I have ventured to try their specials I have not been disappointed. You can also request that your drink have a lower sugar content and they are accommodating. Oh and the ambiance is so eclectic with all of the local art pieces covering their walls. If I am looking for a gift or card, their selection is fabulous with whimsical offerings from local artists. Gifts like socks, key chains, mugs, and a modest selection of options to fit your person's needs.

I will have a party here any day. The hostesses here were 100% hands on. All I did was bring the…read moredecorations and food I wanted, but I didn't even have to do that. They have supplies and partner with a pizzeria nearby. I'm extra and so is my child. She wanted a "Mermaid Glow Dance Party". This venue has the glow dance party down to a science. They allowed me to bring my own ballon theme in, but they also have ballon options as an add on. Booking was EASY, but the best part for me was when I dropped everything off the morning of the party (because they set everything up for you), and ordered from the cafe. Their muffins. . . SO good. They have lots of other options in the café also. All I can sum it up with is you have to look at their website and visit their cafe. They have SO much to offer, including cookie decorating, camps during breaks, and so much more. The best venue I've ever used and was definitely worth the price.

My children bought me a gift card for a private event. We invited friends and had a great time. We…read moreloved having a private event where we could bring our own food. The owner was great and patient with our crowd. It was amazing how well our paintings turned out. A really fun night!

I love this place. I've been twice now and I'm about to try the take home painting kits. The first…read moretime we went, was good. My fiance messed up his painting and the instructor helped him fix it and get him back on track. Our paintings are great but we have two of the same so the next time we went back we did a couples painting. This instructor was even better. Step by step instructions, lots of fun and interaction with us painters and she was so clear about how to do the next step. She also started a little early since everyone had arrived and it gave us a few extra minutes to complete harder steps. I never felt rushed and I love the idea of the SOS day to get help if you feel your painting isn't something you are ready to hang on the wall! Can't wait to go back Edit: just picked up my at home paint kit. Pick up was so easy and everything was nicely packaged. Should make for a fun date night!

Spirited Art is SUCH a great idea! No artistic skill necessary and you still end up with a (semi)…read moreprofessional looking painting! I took my mom here as a Christmas present and we both had a blast! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was lively and welcoming. We had about 12 other people in our class, and although we each painted the same picture and followed the same instructions from the teacher, all of our paintings looked slightly different but equally as impressive! The calendar on their website displays photos of the different paintings that correspond with the dates they are being offered. Just choose one you like, make sure the date works with your schedule, and purchase it directly online. There are a variety of options to choose from; everything from cartoonish images to Monet-inspired paintings. If you're a diehard fan of certain Virginia colleges, they also offer University of Richmond, VCU, and JMU themes. When you arrive, everything is already set up for the painting (colors of paints needed, brushes, and a blank canvas). There are aprons at each seat as well. The studio itself is a large open space with long tables towards the back where the painting actually occurs. The teacher we had was super friendly and the atmosphere was very relaxed- everyone was chatting the whole time. Painting AND wine?! Spirited Art has partnered with the Wine Loft, which is directly next-door, so there is at least one designated server per class. Not only is there a list of wines available (many at $5/glass), but there is also a painting-friendly menu of snacks that are easily eaten during the class. I think you are free to order anything from the Wine Loft's menu if you'd like, but they've created a more streamlined menu of suggestions conducive to the painting class. To help the servers keep track of orders, they use a cool system of numbered poker chips that attach to your easel with Velcro. I will definitely be back to test my skill on a different painting (and enjoy some more wine, of course)!

I had a wonderful evening at Spirited Art with some friends enjoying wine and trying my hand at…read morepainting. I think the wine gave my inner artist a false sense of confidence but I definitely had a lot of fun. The instructors will take you step by step to create your own unique version of the chosen picture for that day. They have templates you can trace to get started if you are not comfortable free-handing the design. Our instructor Kerri made sure to tell us that these paintings are ours and so you are free to make your art as personal as you want. We were painting a funky peacock and if you wanted a pink peacock instead of a blue one go for it! I appreciate this free flowing format to the class, it allows you to truly love your work. Everyone gets together for a group picture at the end of the class in front of their Color Wheel. Spirited Art in right next to Wine Loft so they had a waitress available to us for drinks and food. You can also BYOB for a $10 per bottle cork fee. I saw tons of other neat pictures on the walls so there may be more painting classes in my future. I also got a rewards card which will earn you points towards a free class. If you are looking for a fun activity with friends or just want to tap your inner artist check out Spirited Art in Short Pump.