We had an amazing night! AR Workshop in downtown Mason is the best craft night ever! Jenn, the…read moreworkshop owner, is so very helpful and encouraging. She really brings out your creativity. I highly encourage any one interested in having a fun, creative afternoon or evening to give this place a try. You'll be hooked, like I am. I can't wait to go back!

This was our first time at AR workshop and unfortunately we won't be returning to the Mason…read morelocation. It was a family outing on Black Friday. We arrived at 12:50 since our class time was 1 pm. Upon arrival there was nobody at the front desk to check is in, which is fine since there were several young girls setting up tables. However, after 10 minutes someone should of have come over and talked with us. We waited another 10 minutes (after 1 pm), when someone came to us and informed us that they were having trouble printing some of the graphics. We finally set down at a table against the wall that had remnant works on the floor next with exposed nails. Keep in mind we had two kids with us, you'd think the space around your work table should be safe. By this time the other 5 tables had started working on their projects and we were still waiting. It is now 1:25. We felt like people kept looking at us since we were just sitting there. On top of it, we were the only group of color and definitely were feeling like we were being treated differently. I am sure the other tables that day could attest to that. I didn't want to make a scene with the kids in our group so I didn't say anything but upon reflecting I should have. The projects were fine. The kids made a tray and wooden storage box...the kids wood pieces should have been sanded down a little more before they were given to us. It was not possible to sand them down with the tools that were provided. We also were never told about aprons until we asked for them. I made tea towels, utensil box...the cut out for the tea towels was missing letters. My cousin made a doormat and my sister made a pillowcase. I'm just surprised that the cutouts and workshop are not ready prior to the day of the event. We were almost late to a dinner reservation because we got out of AR so late. Looking back, I think a mere apology is not sufficient. So many things were not right....starting over 30 minutes late, unsafe work bench, unsafe wood pieces for kids, cutouts with missing letters, and honestly feeling ignored during most of the workshop. I guess they are not interested in our business and I will happily take it elsewhere.

Great place and awesome vibe. So much fun. Bonnie was our instructor and such a hoot - so much…read morefun. Will definitely do this again

I attended the Valentine's Wheel Throwing Couples Special back in February 2020. Who knew this…read morewould be one of the last fun events for me, prior to Covid and without the masks and physical distancing! Now, it's a much cherished memory! Bonnie, who is the Charming Owner, prepared a truly amazing evening for us. It was only 4 couples, so we got a lot of attention from Two Experienced Instructors. My husband and I did try working with the rolled-out clay before, but we wanted to try the wheel throwing and that was exactly what this evening was about! And it is true what everyone says: it is very very difficult, even though it looks simple at a first glance. With some much needed help, we were able to take a few cups and dishes home. The atmosphere was lovely. There was a table with delicious snacks (cheese plate and crackers, dips, and lovely sweets, including chocolate covered strawberries!) for us and complimentary wine and bubbles. That surely boosted my confidence, as neither me, nor my husband had any clue about the wheel throwing and centering :) The Instructors were very patient, if it wasn't for them, I wouldn't be able to do anything, as it turned out I was hopeless with the wheel. It was a fun, hands-on night in a relaxing atmosphere, with music and wine. No prior experience was needed. The clay is unlimited, but you will not leave with your piece in hand, as it needs some drying, curing and baking. We left our pieces for glazing (they had a choice of several colors) and baking. They were ready for pick after several days. The clay is wet and messy, so don't come dressed up, it's a more casual feel. I am really interested in the many events Bonnie is organizing. The Cocktails and Clay series is very popular and sells out fast. Each time there is a different piece, so you can come multiple times. They also offer a more classic technique-forward course and many classes for kiddos! Throughout the pandemic, Bonnie had some awesome events, where you could pick a ready dish for painting at home etc. I am so looking forward to coming back at some point! There is nothing more relaxing than making your hands busy & dirty, and train your creative muscles, while forgetting the daily worries. Very relaxing and fun!

Skye led the date night painting event with ease! First, we got an expansion pack and chose a scent…read moreand color for candles. Then the class begun. Event is BYOB and they offered us a wine opener and cups, they think of everything! Class was fun and we would do it again.

Privately hosted ladies night was a blast. We brought our own wines and food to share. They had…read morevideo screens all around so no matter where we were sitting we could see and follow along. I particularly appreciated how the staff made rounds as we were painting and offered praise and helpful suggestions! Pricing per person was a little higher than expected considering we provided all our own beverages, however it was really worth it in the end. I even saw where they offer soy candle making! I can see coming back here with friends or a date night.

The Mad Potter is so much fun! It has become my weekly "therapy" with my friends from work! We are…read moreable to bring in pizza, wine, dessert and paint and laugh!!! There are a LOT of things to paint, from kitschy to practical! The color choices are immense! There are paints that don't require any thinking at all as well as paints for detailed work!! Some pieces are pricey and there is a sitting fee to consider but if you don't finish a piece, you are able to come back as many times as you need to finish it with just the one-time sitting fee for that piece. I love this so much and enjoy getting away and spending time with friends!!!

Great fun. There is a very large selection of pieces to paint and the staff is helpful . Reasonably…read morepriced, also. A great way to spend an afternoon together with friends - both adults or children.

This is a fantastic new art education and entertainment studio! I went recently with some friends…read moreto a paint & sip class and we had a blast. It is located in the Montgomery area in a cute shopping square with parking right outside. I.C.I. stands for Imagine Create Inspire. The studio has a cool and fun vibe. The owner, Jackie, is a great artist and instructor. The music while we painted was great and the painting we did was awesome. I have been to other studios, but at this studio we actually used a palette and I learned some things about painting. We're already talking about going back to I.C.I. to have a birthday party! I also know someone whose daughter took a kids class there and loved it.

From the owner: Offerings include Adult Paint & Sip Classes, Birthday & Private Parties, Open Studio Hours…read morefeaturing Ceramic/Canvas/Glass/Craft Painting, I.C.I. Kids Program, Girl Scout Badge Workshops, Private Painting/Drawing/Ceramics Lessons, Custom Art, face painting, custom art, and more!!

My daughter and I had a fantastic time at the open class on a Friday night. We each got to make two…read moresmall pots on the wheels. Absolutely okay for complete beginners! Pick up pots at a later date after they are fired.

Came here with a couple friends before the new year. I haven't painted pottery in several years and…read moreit was fun to find this place tucked away! I saw that beyond painting you can also use wheels and make your own stuff. There's a decent selection of things to paint (always the hardest choice) and then a wall filled with different paints and little pictures of what it'll actually look like once glazed. I appreciated the emphasis on how the color will differ based on how many layers you paint it. There's also soooo many stamps and lace and texture type stuff to help you in your design. You pay after finishing and then they'll call you once it's done (for me it was like two weeks later but it was also the holiday season). Very enjoyable time!