I took my niece to their Kid+Me Disney Princess Meet & Greet: Painting with Belle event. My niece…read moreloves princesses and this is one thing we do together so I loved having this experience with her. She got to color and paint the enchanted rose from beauty and the beast. There were also cookies and tea (apple juice) and then Belle arrived to read a story and we had a photo opportunity with her! If your little one loves art this is a must!

What a great art studio for the kids! We have been here several times for art themed birthdays with…read moreour kids, and decided to look into art classes for our budding Warhol. They offer several different classes throughout the year, so there's something for every age and every interest. Art supplies come with the tuition, and we have been very pleased with the courteous staff, knowledgeable teachers, and overall experience for our kids, who just love this place! It's great to see the kids learn new techniques as they attend the weekly after school sessions, and will most definitely continue having them enjoy this experience for years to come. Honestly, the only downside to this place is its popularity, which leads to occasional difficulties with leaving the parking lot, but it's a small price to pay for a very happy child who is encouraged to learn and create.

What a sweet store in Robinson Mall! The artwork produced and laid throughout the store really…read morebrings an ambiance to it but what's even better is actually doing the artwork there. The owners - who are the sweetest - provide you direction and all the materials you need to make your glassware perfect! There are all the colors and types of products to make. I attended with a group and it was worth the cost!

We just hosted my daughter's 10 year old birthday party at Kolor-N-Kiln. It was an easy process and…read moreeveryone at the studio was so friendly and amazing!! The selection of pictures to paint was extensive. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

One of the best paint classes I have ever been to! Paint Monkey is different than other classes…read more There is no instructor to follow along; instead, you get a painting with an outline and go at your own pace. The teachers get you started, go over some technique, then check on you and help as needed. The owners are really kind and want to get to know their customers. Such a great date night, family activity, or girls night. Paint Monkey was a staple for my boyfriend and I when we lived in Pittsburgh! Will definitely be reserving a class next time I'm in town!

Spent Valentine's Day doing the Paint Your Mate! We had the best time! 1000/10 recommend!read more

Went with 3 of my friends. The instructor was very helpful and fun. Also very patient with all of…read moreus. I have zero artistic skills and couldn't believe she was able to lead us all into painting a fantastic canvas. I would definitely recommend Art Party! First time ever going to a class like this. We all loved it.

Had a wonderful time with Nikki and Natalie as our hosts! They came to a location of our choosing,…read moreset up our reservation for dinner, and then set up the easels, aprons and paint when we were finished! They were very helpful as we painted, and extremely patient with our party of 22 women! It was a lovely time! I will be using them again!!

I've been to lots of Sip & paints all over, and while visiting friends on a trip from Texas came…read morehere. MY LUCKIEST DAY EVER! Chari is just a delight! She's so easy going, friendly, and open to ideas. She'll help you as much or as little as you want. I can't wait to come back!!

Had such a good time here! Such a fun and unique way to spend time with friends. I will…read moredefinitely be back for more!

Amazing location and the staff is always friendly. The prizes offered are great quality and the…read moreclaw machines are a great price compared to competitors.

Looking for a place to spend time with your kid that isn't bowling or tossing tokens at a corporate…read moregiant like Dave & Buster's? Enter "Get a Grip"--a claw machine wonderland tucked away in a strip mall. It's where your dollar goes to live its best life, converting into plushies and parent-kid memories. The key? Mastering the "double tap" technique to snag lightweight one-coin toys faster than your kid can say, "I want that one!" The staff, akin to claw machine sages, dispense wisdom on the art of plush conquest, ensuring your stash rivals a carnival prize tent. Sure, you might spend $75, but let's face it, isn't happiness--and a bag of stuffed animals--worth it? Bonus points: they host birthdays too. Just bring cash, strategy, and a sense of humor for when you realize your living room now resembles a stuffed zoo.

I foung out about this [lace because I had a Groupon, well I am so glad I did!…read moreThis business does framing as well as selling artwork.If you are use to Micheal's or any other the other big box stores, you are in for a surprise.The gallery is quiet ,calming and serene.The staff is VERY knowledgable and has quite an eye for your framing project.Lastly ,the price is below that of all those so-called sale specials of big box stores and the quality is superior.I am so glad I found this little gem!

The owner quickly engaged my family and I. She was very knowledgeable about art, framing and was…read moreextremely interesting to talk to. She took the time to understand what I was looking for from the unique item that I brought into be framed and worked with her framer to ensure that we looked at every option that would meet the technical framing requirements, my budget and the overall look that I was trying to get from the frame. She also educated myself and my family about her business, the artwork in her store and the history of art in Pittsburgh. I would definitely recommend using this gallery for all of your artwork and framing needs.

If I could give HackPittsburgh negative stars, I would…read more I was a member of Hack Pittsburgh for three years and was at the shop nearly every day. I contributed thousands of dollars worth of equipment and spent more time there working on improving the shop than working on my own projects. I truly enjoyed my time there until a new board was elected. When this new group took over, they made a series of decisions that benefited them and exercised their power over other members, not for the benefit of the shop as a whole. Two board members, a couple, ran their Internet Service Provider business out of the shop and received a $100,000 grant, even though running a business out of the shop violates their constitution. Another board member was particularly cruel to older men. She even posted an apology on her Facebook page, blaming her behavior on not having good health insurance and being off her medication. Even after she got health insurance, her behavior didn't improve. Her boyfriend, also on the board, always voted with her. The fifth member of the board, the President, was ineffectual and unable to resolve conflicts between members. The situation was completely out of his control. The shop took on a park beautification project for the City of Pittsburgh, with an agreement to maintain the park for five years. Months later, most of their work was destroyed, and they had already spent the entire project budget. They made no effort to fulfill the terms of their agreement. Funds that were supposed to be used for maintaining shop equipment were spent on one large and expensive tool for the benefit of one former board member. Because of the placement of this tool in the shop, there was not adequate walking space around it, against the manufacturer's recommendations. This tool's placement also jammed the other tools in the shop together in a way that made them unsafe to use. When I called for a vote about this tool's location, my membership was anonymously revoked with no opportunity for discussion. Three other older men were also driven out about the same time I was. We contacted an attorney to take legal action against Hack Pittsburgh for lack of ADA compliance and ageism. The arrangement of the shop required that heavy tools be moved, and in one case climbed on, for use. We were told that as a private club, they are allowed to be prejudiced and that even if we won a lawsuit, the shop's total assets wouldn't cover the legal fees. If you are going there to use the tools, don't bother. Due to bad maintenance, any given tool may not be working when you get there, and if you're not part of the in-group, you may be treated badly. Also, don't donate anything to Hack Pittsburgh. During the time I was there, I saw valuable tools and materials carelessly thrown away during shop cleans. Sincerely, don't waste your time at Hack Pittsburgh. I know five other former members of Hack Pittsburgh who will tell you the same thing: avoid this place. The shop is so badly run it can only exist because its landlord gives them cheap rent and doesn't know what's going on in his building.

Nerdvana!!! My husband visited last week. He was excited about the space and brought me last…read morenight. This is several large rooms of machines and lots of computers. There are several advanced 3D printers and etching equipment. There are sewing machines a computer driven embroidery machine and other equipment which were being used by a group who were designing cosplay outfits. There are computers with licenced copies of Adobe Suites and other graphics programs. There is sautering equipment. One of the best features of the place is the people. Interesting friendly nerds in the best sense. If you want to learn to use the equipment, there are times for lessons or you can contact a member and ask him or her to teach you. This space is well known in the community and beyond. It has been visited by some famous people. It costs $50 per month to join but there are significant discounts for students, military, people over 62 and others. If you join you get a key fob which gives you 24 hour access. There are usually open houses for non members Saturday and Monday evenings.