FREE ART! We came…read morefor their free art event, totally had no idea what we were getting into and WOW! its a free for all creation lab that you just show up and let your inner child play! we had a blast and though its something they said they dont do super often, they're trying to make it happen so more people in the community can make art accessibly! If you also haven't explored this building, you can't miss it first off. second, not a dull space in the building. everything was thought out and created to be fun and exciting. 10/10

Had an awesome time at the Safety Harbor Art and Music Center. This place has such a cool, creative…read morevibe the moment you walk in. There is art everywhere you look and it feels like every corner has something unique and interesting to check out. The mix of local artwork, live music, and community energy really makes it stand out. You can tell it is a place that supports artists and brings people together. The atmosphere is laid back, welcoming, and just fun to be in whether you are there for an event or just stopping by. Everything felt authentic and full of personality which is hard to find. It is one of those spots you can spend a while exploring and still notice new things each time you visit. Definitely a 5 star experience and a must visit if you are anywhere near Safety Harbor.

Maddy and Brandon are the absolute sweetest people who have created a unique space!…read more There's so much to see and do. I've taken two Stainglass classes there and I highly recommend to anyone who is just slightly interested Maddy makes it easy for you to get into stain glass by pre-cutting the pieces for the classes and Brandon brings refreshing cocktails, tea, or coffee drinks. It's unique in the fact that you can buy stain glass, use studio time to make your own peace, or take a class that she will guide you through. They sometimes have events which I highly recommend checking out like a make and take market during December

'Akala Studios offers a plethora of fun sounding art classes that I can't wait to try! So far I've…read moretaken two stained glass classes and absolutely loved it. Maddy is a WONDERFUL teacher who really teaches you how to create a stained glass work of art from start to finish. She will teach you how to cut, grind, foil, solder and in the end you will love your new original piece of art. After taking the beginner class earlier this year I immediately fell in love with the process and decided for my birthday I would have a crafternoon with the gals! Maddy allowed me to book a private session, she gave me input on design choices, offered snack and drink and even decorated! It was such an amazing day spent with great friends in a super cute place. The studio is just a vibe, I really love it. In every nook and cranny is an interesting or just beautiful decoration or work of art. I just want to hang out in there and read or play a game which I'm pretty sure is encouraged! Within the studio you can find East Coast Trading Co. that offers delicious tea and coffee which you can enjoy for free during your class! In addition to the traditional stained glass classes, Maddy also offers date night options where a bit of the work is already done for you so that you and a guest can get right down to business! I've also seen advertisements for classes with embroidery, candle making, jewelry making, flower arranging, wood burning and resin. I also recently saw a super cool holiday event/market I am planning to check out. Basically if you have any interest in get a little crafty you should really check out 'Akala Studios!

The class was super fun and the teacher was hands on. Loved taking the beginners class.read more

I really enjoyed my experience. Pottery requires more muscle than I realized so I have even more…read morerespect for pottery artists. We got to make two pottery items for $75 and I think the class was about 2 hours. Bella was a great teacher (10 stars for her!). She was patient, polite, friendly, and she explained things really well. She balanced letting us do things on our own & helping out to make sure it was done right.

Great gallery on Corey Avenue featuring local artists. We were on Corey Ave. for the Sunday Market…read more(http://www.yelp.com/biz/corey-avenue-fresh-market-st-pete-beach) and were browsing the stores as well as the stalls. We met the owner, Yvonne, who told us she's been here since 1978. She has a good variety of items including paintings, sculpture, glass, pottery, and jewelry. The Gallery also hosts four to five openings a year that take place between the months of November and April. Times and dates are listed on the website. If you are on Corey Avenue, Art Expo is definitely worth a look. PS. In addition to regular hours, the gallery can also be visited by appointment.

I had read about Art Expo in one of the magazines that I requested from the Chamber of Commerce…read moreprior to flying down. I was excited to spend a little time on Corey street.. Unfortunately, I was not all that impressed with Art Expo. Many of the items they carried in the store I have seen in other areas of the country (Maine) at other art dealers. I was hoping to find more of a collection of local artists' work, but it seemed to be much of what I have experienced in other areas.

My friends and I had such a great experience taking a class here. The instructor was kind and…read morepatient. There's plenty of molds and decorative items to choose from to jazz up your pottery. We paid $75 for a two hour block where we were able to spin our clay with instructions, decorate and paint. They also have open studio for $25 and you can come in and spin your clay and decorate on your own without instruction. You can pick up your creation in about 3 weeks. I can't wait to see how everything looks!

The pottery place was so much fun! Went for our Anniversary we had the best time getting our hands…read moremessy and creating together for our anniversary. The staff was so patient and helpful, guiding us through every step with big smiles. The studio was bright, and full of creative energy, making it a truly memorable experience.

This is the gallery to visit if you are looking for quality original art for your space. It has a…read morevariety of paintings and sculpture in all sizes. There is also a rotating gallery featuring different artists regularly - so it is always exciting to visit and see what is new.

Wonderful gallery. In addition to the pieces displayed in the gallery itself, be sure to check out…read morethe artists and their collections on the beautifully curated website. Phenomenal service as well, from arranging to view pieces that we were interested in to purchase and delivery. Highly recommend.

Fun class, small and more personal. Hands on of course so never boring. After the first creation…read moreyou have a chance to let your creative juices flow and do another work of art.

So much fun! Can't wait to do it again. Our instructor Tina was fantastic, helped me when I needed…read moreit but also let us do our thing creatively - highly recommend!

This is a cool, creative collection of artists who get together every 4th Saturday, 4pm to 9pm, to…read moreput their artistic creativity on display and meet new people. We enjoyed chatting, exploring and experiencing the wonders! Plus, there were two food trucks. Parking was available and everything was well organized and clean. We bought some earrings and inspirational bracelets for very affordable prices. Life is good with local art!