Allison and Pete are fantastic teacher's who are very skilled at their craft. While my piece isn't…read morefinished yet, I am really enjoying each phase and their detailed instruction and guidance. I'm excited to see my finished piece and have no doubt that I'll be back to start something new. If you've considered trying pottery on a wheel, the Gather Studio is a wonderful place to go.

If you want to try to learn pottery this is a great place. You learn how to throw, use the wheel,…read moretrim and paint an actual piece. The owners are great teachers and are very patient. A really fun and creative way to spend some time. I look forward to going back.

Nothing but good things to say about The Phoenix Art Studio & Gallery and its owner, Krissi. We're…read morefrom NJ, but we were coming to Long Island and wanted to do the paint night. Krissi was so accommodating! She even waited a few minutes to start Bc we ran late in awful traffic, which I found so sweet and kind and RARE. The painting was a NYC skyline. It looked difficult, but Krissi was so patient and made it look so easy. She guided us every step of the way. By the time we were done, we had these beautiful paintings. We had a blast. It was a great way to end the week and total into our creativity. I have been to paint nights before, but the people I brought were first timers. They were apprehensive about their lack of artistic skills, but I reassured them that they would have a great time, and I told them how surprised they would be when their painting was done. Well, I wasn't lying. Our paintings came out awesome. Another thing I like is that this isn't just a studio, but it is also a gallery. There were paintings done by local people that were absolutely brilliant. One in particular, was a remembrance to 9/11 done by Michael Mastropolo that brought on such emotion and feeling that we are still talking about it today. We brought our own snacks and drinks, but Krissi provided snacks as well. Nice catchy tunes play in the background as you wind down from a long hard week and paint to your heart's desire. The studio offers classes, events and paint nights, so check them out!!! Thanks to Krissi for a great experience and for helping us make a fun memory that will last in time. Everytime we see our paintings, we will remember what a great time we had.

A real gem in Bayport. This is a space for artists to come together, create and perform. I attended…read morean event there last night and was struck by the talent, energy and sense of community: art covering the walls, excellent musicians and poetry. I loved everything about the space right down to the lighting. While all this was going on, people were collectively working on a mosaic table. This was one night I didn't want to end. I urge you to check it out.

A true 5-star experience! A highly recommended activity for your next event, fundraiser,…read morebachelorette, etc. This is an amazing private "paint night" experience that goes where you need them to go. I hired Happy Little Brush Strokes as a painting activity for a bachelorette party, and the company was so easy to work with from start to finish. I reserved my date several months in advance because their calendar fills up quickly! You're able to choose one of the paintings from their website and adapt it to what you need. I chose to paint full-sized wine bottles (and place fairy lights inside of the bottle so it lights up!) since the bachelorette party was "wine themed." The price was $30 per person for the experience. I believe if you choose to paint a canvas, it's $25 per person. Happy Little Brush Strokes came all the way out to Greenport, Long Island to do this activity. The instructor, Bob, was an absolute delight, who was filled with so much positive energy! He provided everything we needed for the event (paint, brushes, water cups, the wine bottles, fairy lights). The only thing we needed to provide were tables, table cloths, and chairs for our group of 7. The experience took just over two hours, and everyone had an amazing time!

Great family home paint night with Bob!! Very fun and funny! Affordable and in the convenience of…read moreour home learned to paint with burnt sienna and mix colors of paint together, We are not afraid of the chocolate frontier!

Beading Besties was the perfect addition to my galentines day party! All my guests enjoyed making…read moretheir own bracelet with the custom galentines day theme, a nice mix of pink and purple beads. Stephanie and Sabrina were great hosts and the party was so much fun because of them. I think I'll have to make this an annual event! I highly recommend booking with Beading Besties to spice up any at-home party! ‍

I hosted a girls night with beading besties and my friends and I had a great time! Stephanie and…read moreSabrina were extremely organized, professional, and clear with their step by step instructions. The materials were beautiful and each of my guests went home with a bracelet that they created themselves. I highly recommend them for a unique night in experience!

My daughter and I ordered two DYI projects. First we were told to collect the projects st the shop…read more I went to the shop three times and the projects weren't ready. Then they said they would mail the projects never happened. Made arrangements a third time to pickup only to find the business closed. We have made multiple attempts since October 2025 to collect our prepaid projects to no avail. I am seriously considering filing a small claims suit.

I've never been much of a DIY kinda guy, but I've always been interested in learning how to make…read morethings. Now I can't say I would've chosen the workshop I did with my wife recently at this AR Workshop location (more on that in a moment), but choices aside, the experience was awesome and I'd definitely return in the future to make something else (which was the plan). You see, I actually bought a workshop for my wife and I to do as a 2-year anniversary gift. Cotton is apparently the gift type for that marriage year and so I got creative and chose the knitted pumpkin class for us both (I probably would've preferred something involving wood for myself, but it totally worked for what I needed it for). I could tell this was definitely more of a feminine-type class as I was the only guy there, but I never really felt out of place as everyone was very friendly and welcoming. Backtracking for a moment, this workshop location in Patchogue is a storefront I never noticed, just a few shops away from James Joyce. The interior has a ton of crafts and items already made all around the store to show you things that you could do at another class. A lot of local vibes too with Long Island as the theme for many crafts which was cool to see. The wall of tools and paint also showed that there are many different projects of varying difficulty. Though for this specific pumpkin class we really only needed two items: a styrofoam pumpkin and some chunky yarn. There were two long tables covered in a variety of colored yarn rolls with enough for my wife and I to vary our pumpkin colors (we were each allowed to make three). Honestly, I wasn't sure how we'd be making these pumpkins, but the woman in charge of the class (along with her daughter) explained that we'd be doing two different types. They each took charge of one of the long tables and were able to help with keeping us on pace with directions, helping to fix errors (it was nice for the woman to say almost everything is fixable), and giving us support. Once done, there was a table of flowers, feathers, ribbon, and small wood pieces to pep up your pumpkins if you choose to do so (I gave mine a little pizzaz, but kept things simple). The whole class ran about 2 hours which was definitely enough time and we could have even stayed a few minutes longer as we were not being rushed out which was nice. Overall, AR Workshop in Patchogue is definitely a fun time. Their options for crafts and projects seem vast and with a friendly and helpful staff, I'd happily return, which I told my wife she could pick out another class as a part of the anniversary gift (though something without cotton next time around!). Definitely check out AR if you're looking for something a little different, but entirely enjoyable.

They have a nice selection of supplies to stained glass and they are the only store on Long Island…read more Wish they were open longer hours...only 11-3

I have been coming here for years and am looking forward to their new upcoming classes!!read more

A++ Birthday Experience...From top to bottom the staff did such a great job at the party today. My…read moredaughters had an amazing time celebrating their birthdays with their friends. Highly recommend!!

My daughter (5 year old) has been attending the mixed class on Tuesdays.. she loves it there & Ma…read moreMeagan is amazing w the kidos