Adorable little pottery painting studio on Grand island. The (owner? Manager?) Ashley makes bowls…read moreand mugs in the back and also purchases cute trinkets and items to paint. She helped us so much when we hosted a birthday party here. She closed it down for our party, let us set up our own decorations, picked out music for us, set up tables for our food and gifts, and was generally quite kind and easy going. The prices were very fair as well. We loved it and will definitely be going back. Highly recommend!

From the owner: Paint your own pottery, clay classes, parties.read more

So the address is now on Lake Ave In Blasdell, but I was in desperate need of light bulbs and…read morestars for my ceramic tree. While we were on the phone in Michaels looking for them a Girl Emily told me to give them a call. Lo and Behold they had them. They had many to choose from. Also there were 2 small girls in there checking out with the items they painted. They did an awesome job. If you are into painting ceramics, this would be the place. Thank you and so glad I was able to support a local business over a chain.

I would leave no stars as I have been there three times and all three times before 4 pm and they…read morewhere closed every time. Will not be going back for a fourth time

So, as I mention ad nauseam, I have several children. I have visited many a paint your own pottery…read moreplace over the years and have MANY creatively painted monsters, mugs, princesses, mermaids, etc. When I first visited this particular place, I appreciated the wide variety of things to paint, and the decent amount of space to do so. I did find it to be more expensive than other studios I have been to, and I need a few more cheap, small pieces for my toddler to throw paint on. The choices for the older ones were solid. What pushed me into fandom was the classes offered by the studio for adults on occasion. I came to pain a tray, not really knowing what to expect, and the casual but supportive attitude put me at ease. Everyone had questions, and the studio owner patiently answered each one. She checked in with all of the "artists" frequently- offering help, but not being overbearing. And even as the two hour workshop creeped towards 4 hours, she didn't rush anyone to finish. It was very well done, and I would attend another.

Great and very cute! Would definitely come back! Adorable selection and very kid friendly.read more

Walked in on a Saturday morning probably an hour after opening. They were already pretty busy and…read morehad a big children's party coming. Luckily there was space for myself and 2 gfs. Process is simple. You pick your already made ceramic piece off the shelf and someone sits down with you before you start painting. They explain all the dos and don'ts and show you samples of a good painting job and what happens when you don't later enough paint. Then you go and create your masterpiece! You're free to use whatever brushes you want and all the paint that you need. There also is no time limit of how long you sit and paint. I think my gfs and I took about 2.5 hours? All pieces are priced differently. They're very helpful if you have any questions so don't hesitate to ask! The only thing that my gfs and I didn't realize is that it takes about a week for the pieces to be "glazed". So if you're not from around the area it might be a pain to come back and get it. If you fail to pick up your pieces I believe after 3 months, they donate them. I came back at exactly the 7 day mark and they just finished glazing that morning. Thank god, because I would've been really disappointed if I had gone all that way for nothing. They also have a sign that says no need to call to ask if your piece is ready as it SHOULD be ready within a week.

I love this place and the people who run it. You can truly have not an artistic bone in your body…read moreand create a masterpiece. Ron, the owner, and his staff are fun and informative. We were so impressed we bought a year membership so the whole family can participate together. You come in, choose your piece, get a bit of instruction and then you are off to the races. The price includes all supplies needed and the glazing, and as many hours as you need to create your work of art. You can just keep coming back for as many hours as it takes, at NO extra cost, so that you can get it just right!!! Love that! Give it a try - bet you love it like we do!

Great organization. The pottery class given by Bethany Krull is excellent! The atmosphere Bethany…read morecreates in the class is matched by the skills she teaches!!!

Very glad I found the Buffalo Arts Studio for art classes. Currently, iI am taking the Beginning &…read moreIntermediate drawing class on Thursday nights. The cost for the 8 lessons are $175, very reasonable for the 2-hour lesson each week. It covers basic drWing techniques on the first 4 lessons, then we get to practice for the next 4 lessons. If you are looking for some ME time, this is highly recommended. I look forward to the class each week. They also have other types of art classes, such as ceramics, acrylic, oil, etc. Parking is on street or in the lot across.

This paint studio was easy to find even for out of towners like us. I opted to make a mosaic piece…read moreand the instructions given were simple. It took me an hour to finish. I love the atmosphere - even the bathroom had so many tiles that date back years. Highly recommend!

We met our grandchildren (ages 7 and 4) and daughter-in-law in Erie and we were looking for a…read morefamily activity to do. We found this wonderful place and we're so glad we did! From the very beginning, we were offered help and guidance. We've never done anything like this before and admittedly a little skeptical that we'd all have a good time and the ability to do this. This was so much fun to do for all of us, from the beginning to the end. Oh, and I forgot to mention.....no appointment was necessary. Just walk in and have a memory making experience.

So much fun to create your own dish!!!! In 2015 I went with my daughter and I have this as a…read moreforever keepsake. They host birthday parties too

We're visiting my daughter who lives in Buffalo. One of my daughters suggested, on a rainy day, we…read morego and see what it's about. I was a little apprehensive, but went to spend time with the family. Okay, I admit it, it was fun. My wife and one daughter selected cups to paint. Another daughter selected a plate. I chose a chip/dip platter. So many options to chose, from seasonal holiday ceramics to coin banks. The owner (?) went over the process in detail. She helped us whenever we had questions. She was great throughout. We can't wait to see the final product. Not saying I'd do this again, but I wouldn't be opposed. This was a fun family outing (although I was separated from them as I had a splatter painting). I'm sure it'd be fun with a group or kids party. All the photos are pre-firing in the kiln.

This place is beyond amazing. They are in the village of spencerport. This is a locally owned and…read moreoperated business. A wife and husband team. They offer all sorts of classes along with walk in hours to create something wonderful. They have many options for projects and ideas. A few winters ago they offered a Christmas truck class which was a blast. They also do birthday parties in their back room. With covid I am not sure if they are back into that just yet. They do offer a summer camp for kids and those finished projects they post on Facebook look so good. They are following all covid guidelines. When the pandemic first hit they pivoted their business to take home kits. They have an online shop where you can buy the kits. They were the cutest kits. Customer service is amazing here. They love their customers and business. They are true artists so if you need help with technique or glaze selections they will definitely help you get your finished product to look amazing. It is an affordable activity even for the littlest artist. I love this locally owned and operated business. This is way better than the franchise options in the area.

Favorite place to take my kiddos. I always have a blast and I love how they do special events for…read morekids of different ages. The themed summer art projects are so much fun. I highly recommend having a birthday party here too. Such a great deal and such a blast!! The owners are amazing

We did a little date night at The Clay Room and had a good time painting some ceramics. When you…read morecome in, you pay a fee for each item you want to paint, and then you get as long as you need to paint it. We got there pretty late (turns out just an hour isn't enough!) and they let us come in at a later date to finish our work, with no additional fees. There's additional space downstairs, but I didn't check it out. The employees are quite friendly, though our experience was entirely self-directed. There are plenty of people chatting while crafting; there are quite a few university students, probably due to the student discount. We ended up painting and firing three pieces. Sadly, one piece got chipped after firing. They did refire it, but we had to come back another time to pick it up. There's a pretty wide selection of ceramics, with a few "specialty" pieces, but it's worth noting they're Made in China designs, if you care about that sort of thing. Overall I would probably go back, with a bit more time in mind - there are plenty of great restaurants in the area to decompress, too!

GO TO CROCK A DOODLE INSTEAD (723 Gerrard St East). My family has gone to The Clay Room for more…read morethan ten years. I've completed many pieces there, including a yearly handprint ornament for my daughter. This time, after choosing our pieces and following their six-colour guideline for children, I was confronted by a clerk who told me my ten-year-old "only needs four colours" and that "it's four when we're busy." The tone was hostile, and the reasoning made no sense. Customers pay for the piece, the studio time, and the firing. Colour limits serve no purpose beyond making it easier for the establishment to handle customers. The same employee who was rude and hostile later called to say she hadn't realized we had more than one piece and that we could use six colours after all. By then, the experience was already compromised, so we did not return. Crock A Doodle was a direct contrast. Seven minutes away. Transit-friendly. Every table stocked with the full set of thirty colours. The price of the item covers everything: paint, time, and firing. It was straightforward and worth it.

We were surprised by the length of the wine and beer list. They also have specialty cocktails,…read moreincluding seasonal offerings. I took a chance on the Vampire's Blood cosmo despite having no idea what beet juice tastes like or caring for tart cherry juice, and the risk paid off. It was excellent. It still tasted like a cosmo because of the vodka and citrus, but with an unusual twist. There were three art shows on exhibit. We thought The One by Harry Michalakeas was vampire themed photography, but they were actually pastel/charcoal drawings. Blown away. The other exhibits, Monstrous Dreams by Adam Cooley and Sinister Piffle by Michael Reedy were also very cool. Apt for Halloween, without being too on the nose. The venue also has a lot of unique works by other artists on display, and a space for large music. They host everything from concerts to art shows to author signings, even burlesque. The bar is small with a few tall chairs. There are also small cafe tables and some cozy chairs and sofas. Such a unique and exciting venue.

Super cool gallery/bar. I loved the vintage vibe and setup. We went on a Friday night so there was…read morea DJ in the second room. The music had a nice vibe, somewhere along the lines of EDM, trance, and dub step. The actual bar is pretty small and in the back but there's lots of quaint seating that's almost living room style. Comfy couches and chairs facing each other so it's easy to chat with friends. Their menu mostly features craft cocktails, with a few wine and beer options. There's security at the door checking ID and no food options. So no kids and be sure to eat beforehand cuz the drinks are good and strong.