I booked a try class for two as a Christmas present for my mom and I to do. Day of, my dad was…read moreavailable and we really wanted to go as an entire family. They fill up quick so I was thinking no way they'd accommodate last minute-- but wow, they did! I was thrilled and it meant so much. Our main instructor was Logan and Mallory was also there to guide us. They were funny, personable, and kind. I'm extremely shy, so it was surprising for my family to see me making jokes and being involved. The energy there just makes you feel comfortable to be yourself. They really talk to you as a good friend; they even remembered everyone's names and seemed interested in each person. (I kept mentioning how hungry I was because I had a busy day-- Logan had a pop tart and offered it to me, lol! It's things like that that make me smile :) As for the pottery making itself, it was so informative but also fun. They made me feel relaxed so I could dive in and give it a shot without messing up. I get nervous doing things like this because I get stressed from work and academics-- I don't want to worry about "messing up" when having fun. They made sure everyone knew that any accident can easily be fixed or accommodated. LONG NAILS: I usually have very long nails. In the photo I have about the Long (L) length currently. Usually it's between M and L. They had accommodations for this and taught alternate methods when needed and it caused no issues. Awesomeeee!! OVERALL: -Kind, inclusive environment -Commitment to making everyone feel comfortable and spreading joy -Great instruction for newbies -Affordable -Great location, lots of eateries nearby -Hilarious instructors -Very "Bob Ross"-esque vibe aka "We don't make mistake, we have happy accidents" love it!

The facility is well thought-out and runs efficiently. The other members were welcoming and…read morepleasant. The owner can be a bit of a jerk, but he is rarely part of the daily experience.

This organization is a real asset to the community and local artists. There are quarterly classes…read moreand exhibitions. The gift shop has cute and creative things all year, but the draw at this time of the year (fall) is the huge annual pottery sale.There is a lot of variety and some beautiful creations by artists from all over the south. It's a good opportunity appreciate the giftedness of many different potters and to buy unique gifts, for yourself and others.

We came here for a temporary exhibit of the Southern Pastel Society. It appeared that the OCAF may…read morehave at least 2 buildings in this campus, but we only visited the exhibit hall. It appears to be a former school auditorium. There is plenty of parking, but it was hard to see initially. We entered via 3rd Street and drove by a baseball field. The OCAF is on a rise about 5 - 8 feet above the level of the road, so you can't really see its closest parking lot until you walk or drive up. I moved the car closer after I realized there was a parking lot up there. You enter past the office and along a hallway of displays of pottery / art for sale. There is also a table with historical objects from the building's school history. The exhibit space was at the end of the hall in the former auditorium. It was laid out as you might expect, with works displayed around the perimeter walls and on some freestanding wall segments in the center of the space. This exhibit was nice, but as I said it was temporary. I assume they rotate other exhibits through the space. This was within a 15-minute drive of Athens, so if you are in that area it is easy to check this place out. We drove out from Atlanta and stopped a a few places on the route, but if you drove straight through it would probably take at least 90 minutes to get here. Depending on what they have on display this is worth a stop.

Great place for all ages. Lots of classes, workshops and party options. Affordable creative…read moreactivities. They have paint n sips for girls night out. You can do birthday parties there as well as private parties. Summer camps too!

Cool place and my granddaughter loved her experience here. I've booked a Christmas shop for her and…read moreI'm excited to explore the new pottery classes

Kate was amazing. It was a great atmosphere. She was helpful. And who doesn't like singing along to…read morepop tunes while you paint!!

I hosted my 21st birthday at this place and it was INCREDIBLE. Everything, from the planning, to…read morethe payment, to the accommodations, to the actual painting session-- it was handled so professionally and yet it still felt so personal, I couldn't have asked for a better experience, especially because I had a lot of issues settling on a date. Kate was the person who handled this specific interaction and I'm not sure if that is always the case, but she is such an easygoing person and was so understanding and patient during our communication, and when everyone showed up to get started painting everything was already set up and the environment was so relaxed that it was impossible NOT to have a good time! Kate guided me to choosing a painting for my party that would fit within the time limits, and the options are nearly limitless so there is definitely something for everyone! Even the boys had a good time! Again, Kate is so relaxed and patient that painters of all levels were very comfortable and she was very helpful in answering any questions! Good to know: they do have adult beverages as well as sodas and water available for purchase! All supplies, including aprons, are included in the price of participating! In short, we had an incredible time and came away with gorgeous "party favors"--our paintings! Would love to come back for a class!

I know absolutely nothing about art supplies, but I wanted to find a gift to support my wife's new…read morewatercolor interest. I did a little research about paper before entering the store, but I was hardly confident about making a selection. The help I received was incredibly nice. Felt like I was valued as a customer. Was a little intimidated, entering what for me is completely foreign turf, but the customer service was excellent. I felt welcomed.

I love having an art shop in Athens. They have a great selection at fair prices and are always…read morehelpful. I've taken a calligraphy class here as well which was so fun. I love that they have a pretty robust class calendar for adults. I will continue to shop here whenever possible and I've even asked if they could order items for me that aren't in stock and they've said yes!

This is such a fun place! They have a wide variety of toys and art supplies for kids (and kids at…read moreheart!), plus the most delicious vegan ice cream cones. I got the flower power (vegan except for the honey drizzle) and it was amazing. I know I'll be back the next time I'm in town.

First time visiting and it's super cute! Loved browsing around--so many interesting and unique…read moreitems. The atmosphere is welcoming, and the staff are friendly. Definitely a fun spot to explore and find something special!

Beautiful space and well laid out for walking through to enjoy various medias of artwork.read more

The Lyndon House and Art gallery is a unique and lovely wedding venue. Our daughters wedding was…read moreheld in the art gallery and the reception which was a formal dinner was held in the adjoining meeting room. We had a joyous wedding here. My one complaint was with communication. When trying to reach the staff in the months prior to the wedding several times we found their voicemail boxes full. The night of the wedding the on site staff was a bit snarky in their communication and clearly did not understand that we were their customer. If the venue staff has improved in this one area then the Lyndon House would be perfect!

I really went into our son's birthday party having no idea what to expect. I didn't know much about…read moreBrella, but my kid loves art, so I decided to give it a shot. It was even better than we had hoped. Alyssa and Daniel showed up, and the kids went wild. You can tell Alyssa really knows how to talk to and work with young kids, and Daniel showed them all sorts of fun ways to play with their art. When they rolled out, you could hardly even tell 14 kids had just been painting in my grass and by the street. My son said it was the best party he ever attended, and we will definitely look to making it a tradition!

From the owner: Make a mess with us! Our new art studio is a safe space for families and friends to make a mess…read moretogether. We offer a full slate of art classes, art camps, art workshops, and love to host art-themed parties at our new art studio in East Athens.

I give this four stars as there is so much variety within its walls. If the first option doesn't…read moreplease, turn a corner and find another option. It's full of choices, so find yours.

I was visiting the area and stumbled upon this amazing studio that had just the thing I needed in…read moresome greeting cards, and a few gifts for people while I was home. The leather bound journal gifts are really amazing and quality/custom pieces. I work in the world of entertainment and I see gifts and swag goodies all the time and I'm always looking for unique gifts to give special friends or family, and thank you gifts for my own brand to customers and clients. The artist Hannah also does custom pieces as well so if you're moving into a new home, setting up a new office, or whatever, I saw some great things there. Highly recommended and the artwork is awesome. PS - the holiday ornaments are a must-have.

Best place in the area to find everything you need for hobbies, home decor, art supplies, baking…read moresupplies, holiday decor, etc. The seasonal items are always a great price. The staff are outstandingly friendly and helpful. The facility is clean and the shelves are nicely spaced to help you locate what you need. Today I was looking for small parts to repair Clock and found just what I needed in their Hobby department. While browsing, I found kitchen items that I needed to replace - choosing silicon here over the plastics that I wanted to toss out. Location: The store is large conveniently located you're an exit off the perimeter highway. There's a large free parking lot.

Overall experience was great. The framing department was able to frame both of my panorama pictures…read morein a timely manner with mattings and frames that complement them.