I took the beginner's class and made a ring! It was a great experience! I love jewelry! The ring is…read moresterling silver and has a jade insert!

I've been itching to take a jewelry making class at Amalgam ever since seeing a Groupon deal for…read moreit, and I finally got to go this weekend! I took the 4 hour workshop which was mostly metal working. It was an amazing experience. Wendy is an awesome teacher and explained each step of the process thoroughly. She made herself available to the students and did a lot of one-on-one work. Although we all made the same project (a ring), Wendy made sure there were many opportunities to customize it. You determine the band size of your ring, decide to have a patterned or smooth band, whether or not to have a stone set in the ring, and the color and shape of the stone. I left Amalgam with a beautiful handmade and custom ring! The 10am class went until 2pm with many opportunities for snacks and bathroom breaks in between. The way the class works is Wendy explains each step as you go along and floats around the room to help people complete that step. For the complicated steps (i.e. Soldering), Wendy works with students one by one to ensure safety and correctness. When you're waiting for your turn or letting your ring sit in the "pickling solution" as Wendy calls it, you can relax and do whatever. I snacked (bring food or buy it at the cafe right outside), socialized, and studied for an upcoming exam I had; so, bring things to do or not - just a heads up. Remember to wear close toed shoes, and be ready for an easy, relaxing Saturday at Amalgam if you take the 4 hour workshop, which I highly recommend. It's a fabulous activity for mom/dad and daughter/son dates, a girl/guy's day, or plain ol' self care. Location and parking: The studio is situated in a grouping of buildings that kind of look like bungalows. When pulling into the lot, you won't immediately see Amalgam. You will see a small cafe and a storefront with a big letter "D" on it. Amalgam is between those about 100 ft farther back. There's a small parking lot so if you're going to a class, I would highly recommend showing up early to nab a spot.

Zone of Light exceeded every expectation for my son's bar mitzvah. From start to finish, they…read morehandled every detail seamlessly, gave great recommendations for outside vendors, and created truly incredible décor. They were also super communicative throughout the process and on site the entire party, making sure everything ran smoothly, which gave us so much peace of mind. I really appreciated how flexible they were with vendors as well. The kids were completely entertained with activities like mask-making and karaoke, so the adults could actually relax and enjoy cocktail hour. I can't say enough about how incredible the décor was--it really made the event.

My daughter has had (and been to) birthday parties here, and we have always been amazed at how much…read morefun Zone of light makes parties! We have also been thrilled with the summer camp!

The energy at Molly's Sanyour Studio is infectious--in the absolute best way! The founder herself…read morebrings such a welcoming vibe, and the entire team is so helpful and encouraging. I was first introduced to the studio through a Yelp event, where I had the opportunity to use the pottery wheel for the first time and created a little jewelry bowl. It was such a fun and memorable experience! I recently returned for an art exhibit and had the chance to admire some of the beautiful pieces created by the artists, especially Kat and Chanel. I absolutely love the vibe of this studio. It feels creative, welcoming, and like a place where you can truly come as you are and explore your creativity. I'm seriously considering joining the Clay Café or signing up for the 8-week program--I'm just checking my schedule to see where I'm being led! Overall, no need to overthink it--Molly's Studio is the place to be! If you've been looking for a fun, creative experience or simply want to try something new, definitely check them out.

My husband and I came for a two-hour workshop on my birthday last year, and I loved it so much I…read morecouldn't stop talking about the eight-week course. Life got busy, and I never made it back. Then, for my birthday this year, he surprised me with the course. I'm so grateful he did. I just finished my first eight weeks and have already signed up for another. From the start, everyone was welcoming and encouraging. Molly, the owner, sets that tone. She's personable, caring, and always willing to help. We learned different techniques throughout the course, but we also had the freedom to make whatever we wanted. Her guidance made me feel comfortable trying new things and more confident in what I could create. The art show at the end was incredible. I'd watched people build and glaze their pieces week after week, so seeing everyone's finished work on display felt so special. I invited friends and family to celebrate, and some of them left wanting to sign up for a class too! This studio has become a place I genuinely look forward to going. If you're thinking about trying a workshop or taking the eight-week course, I can't recommend it enough. Molly makes the experience.

We had the BEST time at Spin Art Nation in Atlanta! We created our own pour-art bears and the spin…read moreart canvas experience too. I'm so glad we did both! It was so much fun and such a cool way to get creative. The women working there were so sweet, helpful, and accommodating. We never felt rushed at all, which made the experience even better. We had plenty of time to play around with colors, get creative, and make our bears completely our own. I booked our experience through Viator, and one important thing to know ahead of time is that the bears need about 72 hours to fully dry before they can be picked up. We were visiting from out of town, so luckily we had a friend in the Atlanta area who was able to pick them up and ship them to us afterward. Definitely something to plan for if you're traveling! Such a fun memory for my son's 10th birthday and we got to bring home our own little works of art. I would absolutely recommend this for families, friends, a date, or honestly anyone who wants to do something different and creative while in Atlanta! 10/10 ! we had a blast!

Recently won a contest where I received a complimentary visit to the rage room. This was my first…read moretime at a rage room and I really enjoyed it. The staff at the facility was really nice and provided a tour of the other activities they provide. I'd definitely come back to try the Game Show and spin art experiences.

We decided to visit the gallery just to browse, and ended up falling head over heels for a…read morepainting! They have a great option where you can take a painting home with you or have it couriered to your home so you can try it in the space, then you can pay for it if you decide to keep it. We did the courier option and had a great experience. We'll definitely be back!

Purchasing art work to the tune of several thousand dollars is an event. Unfortunately some of the…read morejoy was taken out of the art buying process due to the lack of communication between the gallery and the shipping company. I had to do far too much of the leg work after paying an additional $375 on shipping costs. I don't know where the disconnect was but the driver from Rancho Buck had the audacity to say, "I don't need your attitude on a Friday" and hung up. They also struggled to find my address when deciphering between Place and Avenue. The artist that I have been following has left this gallery, which made me happy that I can follow elsewhere with my business.

This was a fun place to visit! Took my daughter to a Saturday beginners pottery class. Laura was…read moreour instructor and she did a great job on guiding the whole class and making everybody feel welcomed. Took about 5 weeks until we received the email that our pots were ready for pickup. Very flexible pickup times as wel

My girlfriend and I visited Mudfire for a pottery class and had a great time. The instructors were…read moreall very helpful and informative and the space was super cool to check out. The parking was great and the tour of the studio was really cool to see and learn about the process. Then we got a ton of hands on time with the pottery, about an hour and a half, and then we got to pick from a wide selection of glazes which the artists will apply and then in about 6 weeks we will be able to pick up the pottery. I was blown away by the price of the class. I received it as a gift, but when I learned that it was only $65 per person for a 2 hour class and 2 pieces of pottery I was shocked. I'd highly recommend to anyone and everyone!

I purchased a groupon for sewing classes. I've just begun but love the hands on teaching style and…read morethe integration of current fashion trends.

We went here on a Groupon which is a sweet deal for two persons around $30 or so. The instructor…read morewas patient and clear and walks around to help as needed. They also have a screen monitor, which is fairly different allowing you to see the painting as it's being done. The location is inside of the North Dekalb Mall across from a furniture store. It's super easy to find. BYOB is a nice touch allowing you to let loose a bit. Plus: they give a birthday gift which is a nice touch. Cons: they play a nice selection of r&b and rap music, but some of it was way too vulgar. I hope they change this is people bring kids. I'd definitely come back again.

I went last night for a painting class. I used a Groupon but when I got there, they had a 2 for 1…read morespecial anyway. Two paintings for $34. We were about 15 minutes late because I didn't realize it was in North Dekalb Mall (near the movie theater, next to the barbershop). When we got there, our teacher Corey wasn't irritated with us for being late. I've been to Dip and Dab but this was different. And not just because of the urban art and Erykah Badu playing in the background. It was more intimate, almost like having a private lesson. We chose our seats & picked our aprons. There was a canvas, paints and brushes already set up. I was skeptical about being able to paint such a complicated piece in two hours. But Corey was patient, answering questions & being as hands on as needed. My piece turned out great and I had a souvenir to take home. People occasionally wander in out of curiosity because its in the mall. Even though walk-ins are welcome I'd check the website. Then you can pick the day you'd like to come based on the painting you like and RSVP. Don't forget the wine!