My best friend and I were so excited to visit Klaystation, and it definitely lived up to the hype!…read moreBooking online was quick and easy, and the class was about $75, well worth it for the experience. When I arrived, I was warmly greeted by the staff, one of them I believe was named May, and she was incredibly sweet. Everyone was welcoming and gave clear directions to head to the back for the class. Once I got there, the owner was leading the session and greeted me right away. My best friend had arrived earlier and saved us seats close to the instructor, which made the experience even better. The owner was so patient, kind, and attentive throughout the class. The class itself was very beginner-friendly and easy to follow. She walked us through each step, making sure everyone felt comfortable and confident. It was such a fun and relaxing experience. I truly didn't want it to end! I left feeling inspired and honestly like I had found a new hobby. I highly recommend this class to anyone looking to try something creative and fun!

Klaystation is located in a shopping plaza with other businesses. The business is spacious with…read moreseveral areas to sit in. We came on a Sunday afternoon & approached the back counter. We were advised to pick the pieces that we wanted to paint and seat ourselves at a table. The pieces that we chose ranged from $11-23 each. There were other pieces that were higher and lower as well. There was no extra fees besides tipping the employees if you choose to. We chose a turtle, a frog, & a monster. Anna was helpful in assisting us during the process of painting our pieces & bringing out the different paints and brushes that we needed. We were satisfied with our pieces when we were finished and can't wait to get the final pieces after they are cured by the business.

I have been taking art classes with Lucy for 4 months and she is a great instructor. She tailors…read moreher teaching to each student based on how she sees they learn the best, and allows you to pursue your own individual path or work with others that are at your level. When you ask a question she takes the time to answer in a thorough way and makes sure you understand. She is lovely person with a great sense of humor, I look forward to my class every week!

Great classes and overall environment. There's lots of different teachers and in my experience they…read moreall offer different perspectives on the same material (clay! lol). I've learned a ton from every teacher I've taken a class with in the studio. Also a spot to pick up clay, dry materials, and supplies!

I took a 6-week intro to sculpture class here. It was a pretty fun experience. I wish there had…read morebeen a little more structure the first two weeks or so.. we were supposed to come in already knowing what we wanted to work on and I was clueless. But otherwise, I enjoyed the class, and there's some really cool people in the studio!

I am always on the hunt for alternative sources to art supplies found in big box concrete buildings…read morethat offer up half of their space to kitchey already made dumpster filling junk. So when I am in a new area of a town, I google "art supplies" and pray for some relief from the tyranny of plastic and cake decorating, scrapbook paper and seasonal driftwood. So I found ArtPost in an unexpected place. A small dwelling type storefront with funky painted blue building and two doors... take the left. Inside you will find traditional and some on trend art supplies packed inside the small space like a european counterpart. If you are an artist or craftsperson, I don't believe you will be able to leave without something. p.s. they have some of the coolest japanese brush tip pens.

I did not realize this until I came here, but Art Post is one of the only few local art supply…read morestores (and I believe the only one downtown). I have used them twice now for private classes/team building projects and both time they were phenomenal. For far less money than what other chain art-creation-team-building-events asked, Art Post created a custom activity for our group and created a laid-back atmosphere that encouraged creativity but also socializing. I also observed a class with younger children and the teacher was patient and also encouraging of creativity with the kids. Overall, I was very impressed with their community outreach and artistic philosophy. They also host some really great outdoor markets on the weekend where you can find lots of great local art and music!

I've taken two different classes here over the last year and a half. The timeline of the two…read moreclasses displayed the growth of their business and professionalism. They are growing and finding their way in creating a beautiful and functional studio space for our community, and I'm here for it. I'm now a member of the pottery studio, and have learned so much. They're always friendly and helpful. If there's ever something I've needed or wondered about, they haven't treated me like I'm an inconvenience. The membership is extremely reasonable as well. I will be a member as long as I'm able to!

I took two pottery classes with Laura - both amazing! She is patient and thorough in her…read moreinstruction. Hope to go back again for more classes

New to Fuquay Varina, this gallery was so refreshing to the soul. Framed Original paintings and…read moresculptures and pottery that is so beautiful from local and afar. Framed Giclee prints that look like originals. Wildlife that is so beautifully painted and so much more! Rooms full! Rick, the owner is friendly and shared about the artists and their work. Great place to shop art for your home !

Really excellent art gallery! Many original pieces covering a wide range of artists (ALL are super…read moretalented) and styles. There is also a large collection of very nice, framed giclee prints, if your budget doesn't stretch for an original. The owner, Rick, is very nice and helpful. A complete jewell of a gallery! I have been looking at art galleries in downtown Raleigh, trying to buy a few original pieces, and have been incredibly frustrated. This one is so much better than anything else I've seen! Yes, I did buy some original art!

I came in today 3/5/2023, and I had the chance to meet Ashley, the Art Director of the Triangle…read moreCultural Art Gallery. Ashley took the time to explain many of the pieces. There were so many beautiful and creative works of art in the gallery. I enjoyed the opportunity to view them. I felt welcomed to look around, although I did not intend to purchase art. It does seem to be part of the Triangle Cultural & Art model to welcome all, even those who may be unable to purchase original art. I discovered that there are installment options if there is a piece I was drawn to and wanted to purchase. I didn't see anything that truly spoke to any spaces I could fill with Art. I did purchase an Art Card and unique handcrafted earrings. I think you should see the Gallery yourself. Go take look around, thank me later.

My co-workers and I were charged $40 a piece for an Advertisement for a Sip-n-Paint, which included…read morebeverages and snacks. This place was over priced for the experience. There were no snacks and the owners stated that this was due to Covid. When I asked what they served prior to Covid, the Owner said chips and pretzels. They served cheap wine in a plastic cup, deer park water, and a few can drinks. My co-workers stated that the wine was horrible. The owners stated that we could only have 1 small portion of wine so that we could remain focused on our work. They also stated if you brought your own bottle in, you could only have a small portion, which ended up being less than half a cup. Our group felt rushed as the Owner kept reminding us of our time. Before we started painting the owner stated that they needed to change the music to more fast paced music so that we could end on time. Stencils were used and the Facilitator of the class didn't even paint along with us to provide direction. The one painting that he had up looked like another inexperienced customer painted it and that's what they used as a guide. They used paper plates to put our paint on. Usually at more quality events, small plastic painters pallets are used. The energy was off as soon as we walked in, but they posted the event on Eventbrite and we could not get our money refunded. I'm not even sure if these people know much about art. The only direction that was given during the class was letting you know what colors to mix and how to hold 1 brush. Trust me...don't waste your time!!! This place is cheap and that is the experience that you will get for $40. Be blessed!

Perhaps the time to stop by here is during SPARKcon when presumably everyone will have their best…read moreon display. It kills me to give this place a low rating since anyone who can do what I cannot -- create art -- deserves all the kudos she or he can get. VAE was disappointing. The venue itself is perfect, well organized, good lighting, and with the art thoughtfully displayed. With the exception of the oil paintings of birds on wood, with the corresponding feathers in jars below; the crayon bunches spelling vandal; and the clay slab with hammerheads embedded within, there was really very little else that captured attention in such a way to make you feel the emotion of what the artist was attempting to capture. Still, I freely admit what was displayed showed a talent beyond anything I could do, but I cannot give this a higher rating without minimizing the other incredible art available in other galleries in the area. Timing is everything, and maybe my timing was off. I'll try again another day and perhaps then be able to change my rating upward.

I really enjoy stopping by the VAE (Visual Art Exchange), although I admit, I usually go by during…read moreRaleigh's First Friday Art Walks. I really enjoy that VAE changes their exhibits, sometimes by extreme measures, with the different artists they bring in. The large space is divided partially by a wall and they also have an area in the back called "The Cube" that always features one exhibit. The artist that ends up in the cube is usually a little more "modern" then those in the larger space. I've seen a whole variety of works, everything from puppets to hanging pieces of brush to animated short films, the list goes on. I love that VAE rotates their galleries monthly and is always bringing in a variety of artists. I've seen a lot of photography, mixed media and oils, it's definitely always unique, beautiful and covers a spectrum of work. I truly think that each gallery change provides something for everyone, but even if you aren't a fan of the work one month, I HIGHLY encourage you to return and give it another try the next month. The works of art are usually all for sale, plus they'll sometimes have local pop-up shops in the gallery. Their website is a wonderful source too for all things happening. Plus, if you go early enough on First Friday, they'll have wine and sparkling juices, a nice treat to sip on while you enjoy the gallery. VAE also helps put on PBaRt every year, a once a year event that benefits Raleigh's SparkCON. Unfortunately, if you're reading this review and it's current, you JUST missed it (it was last weekend!) But definitely put it on your agenda for next year, it is a AWESOME event! VAE is definitely more of a "traditional" art gallery then DesignBox next door [not that the pieces are always tradition]. If you're looking for more artistic ideas and gadgets, I encourage you to check out the studio next door!