4Cats is an art studio which has a number of different workshops! We came here for their pottery…read moreclay workshop where we made a love snack plate. It was just a 1hr workshop which included instructions as well. It was $35 per person which I thought was very standard considering this was not a pottery wheel class but a clay pottery class. Our instructor was super nice and took her time to go over everything. She was around in case we had any questions. The class was pretty full considering it was a Saturday afternoon so I would recommend booking them in advance. They always have fun classes depending on the months/season. This was a special one they had for valentine's day. Their space is pretty big and has two floors with multiple classes happening at the same time. They also have special classes for kids and also host kids birthday parties! I would definitely come back to try some of their other workshops.

A friend of mine tried to register her daughter for a kids painting class and was denied access due…read moreto her daughter having a disability and needing the support of an aide (who she was happy to coordinate herself); another mom of a kiddo with a disability also had her child denied for the same reason. Your rationale was that it's a "kids only" space, so the fact that they needed the support of a human aide (adult) means they aren't welcome in your kids class. There are all different kinds of aids/aides that people with varying abilities and needs use for support - some are human aides and some are physical aids (like a wheelchair or glasses). When you start to think of a human aide as no different than a physical aid (both support an individual with a specific need to navigate the world) it makes denying someone access to a space or program much harder to justify. Would you deny a kid who requires a wheelchair a spot in your class because it might mean having to move a table or two? Your decision to deny these two access to your kids classes not only violate their human rights (which are protected by BC, Canadian, and International Law) but violate their humanity. It tells them that because they move through the world differently than some of their peers that they aren't as worthy, that they don't deserve to have the same opportunities as their peers or BE with their peers. It also denies their peers (and your staff) the opportunity to share space and an activity with THEM. I only know one of these kiddos personally but when I say this is your (and your other participants) loss please know how very sincerely I mean it. This kid brings a level of joy that I haven't seen matched by anyone else. She's funny, and she's creative, and she's smart, and she's kind, and she's talented, and she's joy-full, and she deserves to spend a few hours doing the thing she loves the very most (painting) with her peers. And the other kids in your class deserve for her to be part of their peer group. Inclusion isn't a favour that "typical" people do for "atypical" people. Inclusion is a right and it benefits all of us. As those of us in Canada sit here and watch in horror as the US government degrades diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) to push the narrative that white, able bodied, neurotypical, heterosexual, cisgendered men are the "norm" and the only demographic that doesn't have to prove their worth I can't tell you how unbelievably disappointed and heartsick I was to learn that an art studio in my hometown has opted not to include a nine-year-old girl because she has a disability. Do better.

This is the cutest pottery studio and coffee shop duo. I love that I can walk in and grab coffee…read morewhile I paint or shop. They have such cute pottery to buy too and the coffee is really good!! The staff was so kind showing me around and being patient when I wandered around for a while before ordering. The items are expensive but handmade and so many different artists to choose from so you can select what price range you are looking for. I would say for the experience and vibes of the place it is well worth the money.

Lovely friendly warm and inviting. They have drop in, one day and ongoing classes with engaging…read moreteachers and now they have a coffee shop as well.

Super fun activity especially on a rainy weekend. The staffs are very helpful. The selection of…read moreyarn colors are good. They will reach out over text message to upload your image a few hours before your arrival so your canvas is ready for you to tuft. Love that they allow you to return to finish up your project within 6 months. Location is on the 2nd floor in a pseudo industrial area that has ample parking and is well lit and near major streets. Definitely go to their website to reserve your slot ahead of time.

Always a great time at banana art lab - a place where u can really just let your creative self tey…read morenew things on your own or with others! Highly recommend tufting and deco decorating! Lots of charm options and deco cream. If u choose to paint over a figure/sculpture, please keep in mind that you will need to come back to pick it up once it fully dries. Everything else u can take home to dry or once its completed :)

Amazing place to get gifts for children and adults (wild unknown). Love looking at the selection of…read morebooks, art, and of course crafts. Great new location on Main street, central to everything now.

A good arts and crafts program. I like that it's in my neighbourhood and they offer classes. We…read morefirst found it when attending a birthday party and have since signed up here and there.

Prices are great and the lady who works there is so funny and sweet. Highly recommend!read more

Pottery, glass making, paint classes - This is a wonderful place to relax, get away and spend hours…read moreat. I wish there was more of a selection for pottery but overall a great experience for yourself or for a gathering.

This was so fun with friends ! Cant wait to pick up the finished product. Learned a lot about…read morepottery and would love to come back again !

A fun activity to do with your partner or friends! Hide provided us with aprons and crocs to…read moreprevent our clothes from getting dirty... appreciated that You get a 20min lesson on techniques and the instructors did a very good job with this! You are then left by yourself to create your own masterpiece. The instructors are always there to guide you and they never leave you hanging. They allow you to make two piece so that even if you mess up the first one you have the chance to redeem yourself with the second piece! All in all a lovely experience!!

I've been coming to Claytek for a year or two now, and have had an overall great experience. I…read morewanted to leave my 2 cents here, as I believe the other reviewers were too harsh and this place doesn't deserve the bad rating. I acknowledge that the first impression and friendliness is important, and I will admit that there is room for improvement in the interaction with walk-ins. That being said, as a pottery studio, it is fantastic. I've taken classes here before and also have experience being a member. The studio is well equipped, the instructors are always helpful, and everything runs smoothly. Class and membership prices are fair, and they don't try to make milk every penny from you, as some other studios do. If you can get past any awkward first encounter, I think it's worth it.

I took my first pottery class at Claytek in 2014 or 2015, and have been a member of the studio ever…read moresince. Claytek has been an amazing environment in which to learn about clay and develop friendships with likeminded artists of all skill-levels. The instructors and studio techs are themselves incredibly talented ceramicists, willing to share their knowledge and experience readily. And not just for classes, Claytek also has a lovely (and very affordable) gallery shop of functional and sculptural pottery by its members. Information about workshops can be found on Claytek's website. I'm compelled to share my experience at Claytek to counter the unfair 1-star reviews. Because of Claytek's high-visibility location along the Seawall, the studio gets a lot of interest from passersby wanting to get their hands muddy. Pottery is really fun and everyone should try it! Most passersby are enthusiastic and politely inquisitive, but occasionally there are folks who act entitled to the facilities. Claytek is not a community centre; it's a private studio with a membership waitlist, but that offers a variety of public wheel-throwing and hand-building classes, and has a great daytime gift shop. Swing by sometime and check out our wares!

Under the 4Cats umbrella they seem to have recently rebranded as the Edgemont village Art studio…read more It's really nice to have a place kids can go and be led through projects with proper art supplies and techniques. I've done a few drop in events with my daughter and a class or two with my then 3 year old. Most recently we held my daughter's birthday party here where they made little dog style ceramic cups which turned out really cute. All the girls loved their art once it was ready. There wasn't enough time for them to paint the details unfortunately but the studio did that for them so they ended up with a finished cup that they can actually use! Was a great place for a small crafty kids party and the classes are nice too as the kids end up with canvas art and things they can use or display. I miss the splatter parties for the really little ones! They were so much fun.

Our son absolutely adores this studio -- he's participated in numerous ongoing weekly sessions, as…read morewell as spring break camps, and has had wonderful experiences in both. Alice and Laurie have amazing enthusiasm and energy, and do a terrific job of inspiring that same love for art in their students. Kudos!