I've been to Art Buzz twice now, and I absolutely love it! It's so much fun, and I appreciate how…read moreit goes beyond the typical paint-and-sip class. At Art Buzz, you're encouraged to be creative with your paintings, which means you have the flexibility to choose your colors and add your own personal spin to your art. It's a unique experience and different from any other paint-and- sip classes I've been to.

Had a really fun time with my friends at the Galentine's / Outside The Lines class! As a novice…read morepainter, the instructor was easy to follow and super helpful. I loved the piece I created and it was really cool to see how everyone's painting had their own unique look. I liked mine so much, that I opted to buy the picture frame so it was ready to hang up when I got home. The price for the class was also super reasonable and it's great that you can BYOB. Can't wait to come back for another girls' night out!

I took a beginner's clay class with a friend back in March- it was taught by the owner, Bree, who…read morewas knowledgeable, funny, and super sweet! The price for a 2 hour clay class honestly felt like a steal. Bree taught us all the basics- how to wedge clay and roll out a slab with the slab roller machine, how to slip and score, how to work with porcelain clay vs. stoneware clay- it was AMAZING how much she was able to fit into 2 hours, and she did it without rushing. She was patient and explained things very well, and gave a lovely tour of the entire studio. Plus, her dog is adorable and well behaved! I can honestly say that this is one of the best values for your time and money, and with the options to come back and choose a more advanced class if you think that you're ready to try something more difficult. This is definitely a hidden gem- support a local business and spark your creativity here! It's SO worth it!

From the owner: We are a fully functioning art studio. We teach weekly ceramic art clay classes and a watercolor…read morepainting class. Our Mission is to create an artist community in Rockville. Being recognized as an artist district by the state is one goal of our community of artistl. We have a full gallery and Studio 467 currently rents space to artist, has clay artist members, and teaches 13 different clay classes a week for adults and children. We also host private events, corporate team building workshops, other activities and events. Studio 467 in Rockville, CT is a 1930s industrial storefront retrofitted retail space, workshops & studios for artists, makers, entrepreneurs, and creative professionals seeking space to create, teach, learn and sell. Offering an oppurtunity to be part of the clay and art community.

While nice idea, it is executed poorly. Attended a birthday party. The person wasn't very helpful…read more Didn't provide appropriate materials (only one scissor for a group of 20, wrong sized strings for art craft, etc) and the place looked messy and disorganized.

These guys helped me coordinate my daughter's birthday party which was a Pirate & Fairy theme. We…read morehired a face painter, a pirate & tinker bell. They came onsite to our home and managed to help us entertain 30 preschoolers with games & activities. We'll definitely be using them again. They were professional and TinkerBell was probably the highlight of the party. And the kids loved the face painter (and frankly the quality was gorgeous). The prices are also reasonable. So if you are looking for some quality entertainment / ideas for your child's birthday party, these guys can definitely help you out. I think they do themes and other types of things as well.

Connecticut Art School is a beloved bright spot in South Windsor, with so many different types of…read morecreative art classes delving into various mediums and techniques. The staff are all so talented, friendly, and caring. They really get to know each student, to bring out their strengths, and come up with new ideas in step with the times. (Come on, a Taylor Swift themed class? My neighbor's daughter had a blast!) The annual art show is breathtaking in the plethora of pieces on show, as well as the variety of mediums and ideas. You can tell that they clearly bring out the best in each artist! Even if you do not have a student's work in the show, it is 100% worth viewing! Thank you, Connecticut Art School, for what you bring to our community.

CT art school is a gem. M 9 yr old grandson has been attending on Sat mornings for about 3 years…read morenow. He loves it. The school and the teachers have certainly brought out a creative side of him. I love watching how he has progressed over the years. The projects are always fun and he does a great job. There is always something fun and creative going on at the school. Props outside to take pictures for the fall, the Halloween "paint brush" which drops candy into the kids hands. My grandson looks forward to attending classes and showing off his projects. Well done CT Art School.

Nice event to attend for the experience. $80 for 2 people, only the painting experience included:…read morefood/drinks paid separately. A lot of menu items out of stock and took a while to receive food/drinks as only 1 person serving drinks/working food. Nevertheless, very nice and accommodating staff. Felt welcomed walking in and they greet you right away. Space is clean and an artsy vibe. They have art and sticker for sale too. Instructions were kinda quicker than what I'd hope for, giving more time to work on each portion would be a minor critique but given the time slot it's under stable there are timing restraints. There's a parking garage for cheap and very walkable to Muse. Cute area with shops and dining for a day trip date. Saw Barnes & noble, Cheesecake Factory, candy shop and other restaurants around.

What a fun way to spend an afternoon. Came here to kill some time and do something chill…read moretotally non-work related while in town. So glad I did. You can order whatever you want to drink, snacks, food, and they had some really good popcorn! The best part, of course, was the painting. Jen was our instructor - great energy, patient, and clearly good at this job. I have absolutely zero artistic ability and I had no idea how to make any of this work, but she made it fun, accessible, offered one-on-one feedback if you wanted it, or left you alone if you wanted to be left alone. Somehow, I came out of this with a painting that no one can believe I made. Haha. Props to Jen.

This Art Center includes galleries and exhibits displaying unique and beautifully created works of…read moreart. They also offer various classes and learning as well as monthly Drawing opportunities. The Gallery Exhibits are free and open to the public and feature both local and regional artists works. They have a beautiful building, off street parking, and are handicap accessible. Their volunteers are very helpful and informative.

This art center is a hidden, but easy to find gem! Located on the corner of Rte 30 and Center Rd in…read moreVernon, the actual driveway and parking are off Center Road. The center has regular hours on Thursday - Sunday from 1:00 - 5:00. The website is www.vernonarts.org and will let you know about current exhibits, classes, and other events.

My friend and I attended a one-night pottery class. It was so much fun! The instructor/owner, Pedro…read morewas a fantastic teacher. The class was small enough so that everyone got individual attention and there was enough time and freedom to experiment. I have never used a wheel and now I want to do it more often. A great place to try out this technique in a low-stress and relaxed format. I will definitely be back

Pedro was very kind taking me into the Coop Program for the opening semester. It was a great…read moreexperience in all ways. A supportive, nurturing atmosphere where I could get reacquainted with my love of working with clay. Pedro has all of the qualities to have a first rate ceramic facility that draws in talent and novice artists, all wanting to explore the richness of clay where the proximity to talent easily rubs off. Go Pedro Go!

I have lived in Manchester for a very long time, yet this is my first time visiting The Firestone…read more I don't know what took me so long to try this place. It's a painting, an arts and craft, a bakery, and a coffee shop. Great place for friends to get together and spend quality time, with great refreshment. They make their own bread, Cheddar scallion scones, chocolate chip cookies, sandwiches, and many other items. My favorites are the different coffees and teas. The staff is very pleasant and helpful, both with the food service and the arts. What a gem to have on Main Street.

Surprisingly good food in a pottery painting place…read more Been meaning to review this place for a while. Each time I'd go in, see no one around, then left. This last attempt, there was a bunch of staff around so I got the full experience. The staff were very friendly and informative. They explained the pottery painting side of things to anyone painting a piece. They had a wealth of knowledge in that regard, explaining how to get the best results for each medium. I wasn't here for the pottery, I was here for the food. So they sat at a 4 top and let me go up to the cafe to order. The menu is basic, egg sandwiches, avocado toast, French toast, coffees and lattes. Some fresh baked pastries available but mostly simple dishes. I opted for their French toast latte and an egg sandwiches with bacon. Also got a cinnamon roll that was baked that morning. Food came out after a few minutes. Not speedy but not slow. Took some pics and dug in. There's a fundamental rule that I follow when reviewing. "The flavors on the description need to match the flavors of the dish." There's sandwich did this exemplary. The garlic aoli had a strong but slightly acidic bite to it, which helped the arugula's bitterness. The egg was fluffy, the tomato grilled and salted, and the bacon perfectly crispy. The soft home made bread was almost too soft, compressing down to nothing after each bite. If anything, the bread could've been grilled to give it a bit more structure. But besides that gripe, it's one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've had. The latte, that's what took the star off. The coffee is giv beans, so a good quality product. The problem was it was extremely, overbearingly bitter. With a French toast latte, you'd expect the sweet to counteract the bitter. But nope, the sweet came from the cold foam and the concentrated coffee at the base led to straight sips of cringingly bitter coffee. After mixing the cold foam into the coffee, it became more bearable. But the damage was done by that point, and my pallet was shot. Had to dump most of the coffee. Overall, it's a neat place to go to. It's rare to have activities along with good food, and the staff there make the experience great. Not too much a fan of the specialty coffee, but the food is well worth the price. A solid food choice for Main Street.

I took a Friday night workshop of Sign making. I was impressed on how knowledgeable the artist was…read moreabout the subject, the history and the materials available to choose from. My friend and I made both a nice sign using technique that could be quite intimidating as we never did anything like that before, using just basic technique...and considering the low price for 2-3 hr of workshop. It was a meditating experience. I highly recommend.

From the owner: The Farmington Valley Arts Center (FVAC) is a vibrant arts community that enables visitors to…read moreexperience the entire creative process from seeing artists at work to viewing finished creations in a gallery to learning the skills necessary to create works of their own.

Despite lots of new "art" options in town, Glastonbury Arts remains the best source for classes…read moretaught by talented, committed professional artists interested in passing on their craft. You can get "art & wine" and art-based day care in town but these folks excel in bringing to life the technique and joy of creation. There's a reason that the Town of Glastonbury has entrusted them to organize & produce the "On the Green" art show for the past 50+ years...they know art.

From the owner: Since 1962, we have fostered engagement in and appreciation for art in all its forms through…read moreexhibitions and classroom instruction, lectures and demonstrations, special events, art scholarships, and mentoring. Our juried, On the Green Fine Art and Craft show attracts artists from the Eastern seaboard and has been a town "must do" for over 60 years