At about this time of year, as many of the female contingent of our family who live in the North…read moreEast as possible get together for a weekend in Connecticut. Sometimes we go to New York City and other times we find something to do closer to our home base (the lovely town of Ridgefield). If you've ever participated in one of those paint and sip parties and figure that this is the same-old thing, you'd be mistaken. The similarities are not hard to miss. (1) You bring in your favorite snacks and beverages (particularly the adult beverages that we all love, WINE!), (2) you will paint stuff, (3) there is expert assistance to help you paint stuff, and (4) it's an estrogen-rich environment (think girl's night out). Usually, for the paint parties, you have to paint what the instructor decides to paint. In my experience, it's a forced affair--sometimes stressful and rushed to get the group out and make way for the next--with the end product landing squarely on the floor of my closet until I pitch it. The plank painting experience lets you know that this is different, because when you sign up, THEY LET YOU DECIDE what you want to paint! When you arrive, the project is professionally laid out for you, with your name on it. The individual guidance doesn't end there. There were about 20 people there, working on projects, and 3 staff members, but I never felt neglected. There were announcements that fit everyone through the event, but a lot of the instructions were one-on-one. Suggestions were made and a plan was agreed with each individual. The staff even adapted the projects on-the-fly to make it an optimal outcome, making some of the art very personal. Ample time was given to each person and help was given without stress. The one thing (among many) that I appreciated was that we were allotted several hours and then ended up taking more. The staff was gracious and patient and never uttered a word that we took too much time. They made it WONDERFUL fun and I know that we'll be back in the future!

My first experience with this craft. I loved the way it came out. The owner was pretty patient, but…read moreI guess she has to be it's a learning experience. I went with some friends, we had a good time. I guess maybe my reading prior reviews made me a little on edge, the ones that said the owner was not very nice in so many words. I was a little guarded because of that. She was ok, not warm and fuzzy but well then that's just her personality. I figure you're not there to make friends, just a painted plank! Which I was very happy with. I'd go back again and still do recommend. Maybe the more you go, the better the connection? I'm going back to find out!

I think I've discovered the inner-artist in me. Attended my first ever paint night with a small…read moregroup and absolutely loved the entire experience! Studio is warm and inviting. There are a few small classrooms which are decorated with artwork...very motivating! It's BYOB and you can also bring food items (apps/snacks) to enjoy while creating your masterpiece. The instructor was great, very helpful and clearly explained each step of the process. I was frustrated at the beginning, having not painted since middle school, but began to develop confidence as my painting was near finished. I was also able to go back and touch up some areas that I thought needed it. A great way to spend an evening with friends. I definitely plan to return. They constantly offer promos and discounts (on their website and via groupon/living social), which I plan to keep an eye on, for my next visit.

Chloe was a supberb teacher! I haven't painted a painting since highschool and she made my friend…read moreBruce and I very comfortable and welcome. She encouraged us 100 percent and we had so much fun taking her class! She was very patient and answered all our questions the whole time. Bruce had a little difficulty with the website, there was ALOT of repeat questions that where ultimately irrelevant (just fyi )but we finally managed to figure it out, but fair warning the website/ online sign up is a head ache but overall the class was worth it! Thank you Chloe for making our night!!!

Great rainy day activity with a tween! We were here for 1.5 hours painting away and I found it to…read morebe very relaxing. This is a no frills place, and is a little on the cramped side but that doesnt take away from the reason you are there. It cost me $42 to paint two pieces and have them fired. Note that you have to come back a week later to get your finished product.

I'm honestly shocked that there aren't any other reviews yet for Teri Anna's Ceramic Studio! I have…read moregone several times for open studio and have always had a great time. Teri, the owner, is a patient and kind, and encouraging teacher. I highly recommend Teri Anna's for a relaxing afternoon.

What a fun time we had. This was great family fun time. Essentially, we called ahead of time to…read moremake a reservation so we could all be seared. We were a party of 9. Immediately, we were seated and they gave us our instructions. We selected a piece of pottery we wanted to paint. My wife and I chose bowls, then we were given a selection of paint colors to paint our bowls. After a few coats of paints, our job was done. We then proceeded to pay and in about a week we will pick up our works. It was a real fun time. The staff were very helpful. Everything was well organized and fun. Everyone had a blast. Apparently they also had candle making along with some glass design/decorating.

Such a cute space and lots of clay items to choose from! They went over the directions well and our…read moreitems come out so cute!

My friend invited me to join her on a Thursday evening after work. I was able to pay ahead online…read more(remember to bring cash for a tip if you want to) which made things very easy. The studio is located in the mall between Stop & Shop and Advanced Auto. It's well lit and has lots of stations. There are TONS of paintings on the walls and around that are examples of the paintings they offer. Our instructor was great and guided us through the whole process. We brought our own wine and they opened the bottle for us. I definitely will be back, very relaxing to do the painting even if I don't fancy myself a very artistic person.

From the owner: At The Creative Canvas, our talented artists guide you step-by-step to create a beautiful piece of…read moreart. Join us for painting on canvas and wood, wine glass painting, sign building, succulent garden design and more! We have classes for the entire family 6 days a week and are available for private events every day! Our over-sized studio can accommodate groups up to 60, plus we also have a separate private event space to make your party more personal. Schedule a fundraiser with us to raise money for a cause you care about or have us host a memorable team building event. We can even come to you! We love to help you throughout the process of creating your project and give you a ton of personalized attention while you work. We serve non-alcoholic beverages and some delicious desserts but you are welcome to bring anything you like to drink or snack on as we are a BYOB studio. We strive to provide a fun and relaxing atmosphere and will work hard to make sure you love your experience!

A nice activity to plan with friends, family and/or co-workers. They have different types of…read morepainting classes for adults and kids. The adult classes are around $35. They provide the canvas and painting supplies and an instructor in their studio. You pick the theme you want to have for your class and invite people you know to the party. You are encouraged to bring refreshments to the class to share with others. In this case everyone either brought wine or food to nibble on. Even if you aren't an artist you can create a nice work of art. Pictures of previous projects adorn the walls and counters and front window display. There is a long table with stools and easels with your paints and brushes. It is a fun atmosphere with great instruction on how to play with the paints and brushes to achieve your work of art. You are encouraged to add your own touches to your liking. The wine and apps are an added benefit to a comfortable and stress free atmosphere. Everyone had a great time and lots of us took pictures of the activities. The owner got everyone together for a group photo with their creations and sent a card and group photo to every one of the people who attended the class. It was a nice touch. A tip jar is on the counter if you want to leave an extra something for your instructor. I highly recommend this if you're looking for something fun and different to do. My art piece now adorns one of the walls in my home.

We had an amazing time at the Seymour location. They hosted my 6 year old's slime birthday party…read moreand I could not be more thrilled and appreciative. The place was clean, organized, fun for the kiddos and my hosts (led by Felix) were awesome! We are definitely coming back for a few kids play dates soon. I highly recommend this as an alternative to those germ magnet bounce spots.

Milford Location- Have tried to go twice for their walk in hours to be turned away because they're…read moreeither not open or are doing a class. Frustrating to then have to drive 20 mins to Shelton. Post the correct hours.

Great experience from planning to execution. Did a paint your pet party for my wife's 75th…read morebirthday. Wad great fun. Highly recommend.

The people with Paint the Town are extremely responsive and answer each and every question…read morethoroughly. Josephine, the specific artist/instructor was right on time, extremely organized and a great teacher. We were all so pleased with our results and highly recommend the experience!!

I attended an event where Paint the Town lead a painting class. The class was about 90 people of…read moreall ages. All materials were provided. The instructors moved at a reasonable pace. They offered painting tricks and tips as needed, and they were very friendly and supportive of all dofferent skill levels. While there was a general instruction, painters were encouraged to use their own creativity as well. It was a great experience, and I would definitely do it again!

I have done two events with Paint the Town and both have been well received…read more These were with my business clients. Each time the instructor was excellent, patient and talented. To add to the experience, I brought a blue-tooth speaker to play music and supplied wine to sip and a charcuterie board to snack while painting, I would highly recommend Paint the Town.

So happy I came across this place for my daughter's 5th bday! It was such a great time! The two…read moreworkers there that assisted the party did a phenomenal job!! Great with the kids. They painted, made slime , played with shaving cream and had a dance party. Kids were so happy and even the adults enjoyed them selves. Would recommend this place anytime.

So so happy I checked this place out! I live only about four blocks away but I just assumed it was…read morea kids birthday party place. WRONG! They do everything- holiday themed events, kids camp, even walk ins. And it's not just a creative craft done either. They have open play, story time,a bubble dance party, and do some sensory play as well. The lady working was super nice, patient, and had a great positive vibe. The price was fantastic too! ( I paid $19 for an hour a half) and my kid did not want to leave. I coordinated with a mom from the school he goes too and we all got a coffee down the block then just got to watch and enjoy them playing and learning. I say the best age group for this is 2-6 maybe?? But that's just the event we went to, definitely check it and follow their insta. I'll be back regularly.