We visited on a weekday afternoon for a date and had so much fun! They have absolutely amazing customer service, Monica in particular was exceptional. There were a couple other parties with young children and she was so patient and cheerful. Her energy and positivity made our visit extra memorable, thank you Monica! When we arrived, because we were new the staff helped show us around, and explained the process. The area itself is super cute and cozy, with seating by the windows as well as large tables for bigger parties. We were able to pick up our pieces about 5 days later? And the staff were super nice and helpful then as well! I'm in love with how the finished pieces turned out after firing. Overall, it was such a pleasant experience, they had some music playing and everything was neat and organized. We had a great time and I would definitely recommend stopping by if you're ever looking for something creative to do! read more

Petroglyph Ceramic Lounge - Paint-Your-Own Pottery Near Me - San Jose, California

My favorite place to go pottery painting! I have made 4 pieces from here and it has always been a great experience Price: $15 studio fee + the item you are painting Unlimited time limit - if you can't finish your piece, you can bring it home and come back another time to paint without paying the studio fee again! So many colors and ceramic pieces to choose from! From sculptures to household/practical items. I love that they show tiles of what the paint color will look like Turnaround time to pick up your piece is relatively quick: ~4 days (ie finish sunday, pick up thursday) They have a lot of tools / resources to help design your piece (ie tape, lace, stencils, puffy paint, etc) An area they could improve on is their brushes - I don't always love the brushes they provide since it feels like they've been misused (not their fault but could be prevented but informing customers on how to properly use brushes), so i usually bring my own. Parking: never had trouble- there's free parking behind the store or around the neighborhood read more

Petroglyph Ceramic Lounge - ceramic bowl, ceramic berry basket - Paint-Your-Own Pottery Near Me - San Jose, California

Wow what a great experience! It was my first time painting pottery! The staff, I believe her name was Monica, was super helpful and walked us through the process. They have a lot of pieces of pottery to paint. They have ring holders, bowls, and so much more. My group decided to go with plates, there were so many options. There were a lot of paint colors and brushes options along with different stencils and stamps. We had different levels of art experience and the staff was helpful with the less experienced painters with ideas or advice. There was a ton of space and they have high and low tables! Lots of lighting and low music in the background playing. They offer Friday picks up for the finished art piece, I'm excited to get mine back! Overall, great experience and I will be back! read more

Petroglyph Ceramic Lounge - Painted plates! - Paint-Your-Own Pottery Near Me - San Jose, California

My first time trying pottery painting and definitely won't be my last! My friend and I booked a last minute reservation in dec 2025. We actually ended up booking their candle experience by accident (which happens often apparently) but they were super accommodating and said we could still grab a table! We went on a Monday night and our pieces were ready to pickup by Sunday night. The whole process was fun, lots of cute colors to pick from and had a wide range of pottery you could paint. I will say they are pretty busy (was surprisingly packed on a Monday night) so it was hard to find someone who worked there if I had a question. My only complaint would be because it was my first time I wished I was told more information about the whole process. The girl helping us was sweet, set a few items down and told us to pick a piece and wave her down after. But after we did, she was very busy and didn't see her for a while so ended up just getting paints and supplies ourselves. Overall has a great experience! I ended up picking up on the following Monday and in love with it! Decently priced, $15 for painting + however much your piece was, mine coming out to ~$50. Came out so much better than I was expecting. Located in a very good area as well. There's a free parking garage a few stores away or even across the street. Highly recommend and will be coming back again, read more

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Super fun! We went here for our friends' birthday party. They gave us some instruction and were on the ball with further help as we worked. There was tons of stuff to choose from for items to paint, and a great selection of tools and colors. Including stamps and stencils, for the less artistically practiced in our group. Because of the holiday we can't pick them up until Saturday, so I do not know how the finished product looks yet, but we had fun and that's the important part. They let the group store the birthday cake, and when we were done we had that and then checked out. The Employees were all super friendly and knowledgeable, and they even painted a birthday plate for the guest of honor. Strongly recommend, I love that these places are still around and so popular. It makes me very happy to see so many people out being creative and putting that energy into the world. read more

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Came here on a weekday and it wasn't busy but it was very busy on the weekend. It's a very nice studio, big spacious and lots of tools to help with painting. The staff are friendly and helpful. Will definitely come back! read more

This is my first time coming here. The studio was beautiful and beautiful vibe. They have so many things to choose from. The staff was nice and helpful. The music was nice. The food and drinks places near by here. Better go here on weekdays instead weekend. It was busy on the weekends when I pick the arts pics. I coming back here again. read more

Petroglyph Ceramics is one of those places you walk into and immediately feel lighter. The atmosphere is warm, bright, and a little magical--like creativity is floating in the air and waiting for you to grab a brush. The staff here is genuinely exceptional. They greet you like old friends, even if it's your first time, and they strike the perfect balance between being helpful and letting you explore your own ideas. Whether you're a seasoned artist or someone who hasn't touched a paintbrush since elementary school, they make you feel welcome and totally at ease. Their selection of ceramics is huge--from functional pieces like mugs and plates to whimsical figurines (like giant fish or a teabag holder or more adult items)--and the range of colors and materials is honestly one of the best parts. Shelves of glazes in every hue, fun specialty finishes, tools, and little extras you didn't even know you needed. Everything is well-organized and easy to dive into, which makes the whole experience even more enjoyable. Took my sister-in-law over Thanksgiving break and even with a crowd, there was plenty of space, materials and time to enjoy ourselves. I was scrambling only because I couldn't decide what piece to make myself. If you're looking for a relaxing creative escape, a fun date idea, or a place to bring friends and family, Petroglyph Ceramics is the spot. I left with a piece I'm proud of and a smile that lasted the rest of the day. Highly, highly recommended! read more

I've been here twice and both visits were wonderful. The customer service was incredibly friendly and helpful. The staff member took the time to carefully explain how everything worked for my friend, who was visiting for the first time, which we really appreciated. The pickup process was also very quick and smooth -- it took less than three minutes. Overall, it's a great place to spend a relaxing day painting and chatting with friends. It would also make a really cute and unique date idea. I highly recommend it! read more

Petroglyph Ceramic Lounge - Paint-Your-Own Pottery Near Me - San Jose, California

I've been going here on and off for over 10 years. Started when I was a teen. I love this location because the staff are always so friendly and helpful every time. I think at this point I've been here 10 times and I've never had a bad experience. I highly recommend getting a reservation if you can. On their peak days like weekends they can get very busy and people can occupy a table for while just due to the nature of the activity. Making a reservation is simple and you can just call and leave a message if they don't pick up the first time. My only gripe with this place is that sometimes the same pottery piece isn't available all the time so if I want the same plate for my set, sometimes I have to use another type of plate. I know that it's probably just based on inventory and any store runs out of stuff sometimes so I definitely don't hold it against them. read more

We've been to Petroglyph twice now! It's a super fun date idea. They have multiple locations (Roseville, SJ, Los Gatos, Santa Cruz). Parking at the Willow Glen location can be limited. You may have to park down a residential side street and walk a bit. But it's never been impossible for an able bodied person. The adult studio fee is $15 per person. That covers the cost of time/paint/support. Unlimited time. You can bring snacks and camp out for a few hours if you'd like. Then you also have the cost of the individual ceramic piece you choose to paint. For example this soup mug was $25. There's a huge variety of pieces to choose from. There are functional pieces like cups or more decorative pieces. Total cost for each person is likely around $40 depending highly on what you choose to paint. You can even choose multiple pieces! The website actually has some ideas like the bubble glaze technique. There are also examples for inspiration (finished pieces) in front of some of the blank pieces. They have a great selection of tools you can use. Many types of brushes, a huge selection of paint and sample tiles (three layers of paint recommended), lace for patterns, sponges, paper clips, pencils for sketching, paint bottles with a very tapered opening for fine control, etc. (If you'd like to do the bubble glaze I'd bring a disposable cup and straw. Use the hand soap by the washing station and add water and paint.) I like that the turnaround time is very quick. They have a sign in the front saying when pieces will be available for pick up. It's less than a 1 week turnaround time. We went on a Saturday and were able to pick up on Thursday. I think this is much quicker than some other closer ceramics studios where the turnaround time for pieces is 3-4 weeks. It's on the pricey side ($90 ish for two people). But it's a fun time and you get to take home a unique piece of art! I think it's worth it. They even take reservations and can do birthday parties for kids. The ceramic food serving ware pieces should be hand washed. Previously I was lazy and threw my bowl in the dishwasher. It's mostly in good condition but has a couple chips after a couple years. read more

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I enjoyed my time when I went to Petroglyph. I have only ever been to one other pottery painting place once before. What I really like about Petroglyph is that there is no time limit for painting your piece; you can't rush art...and indecisiveness haha. You can just walk-in, and they'll get you seated and started if there's space. I recommend that you go in the morning or just after noon to secure a table, and you'll also have more options with the pottery pieces. Some items cleared out by the time we finished. There's a variety of pottery pieces to choose from the wall, all with their own prices (Note: Each person pays a flat studio fee on top of the piece for the material usage). After picking one, you can get started painting it. One thing I wish the workers did was to do an intro and explain the process to us. For example, you need to wipe down the piece with a wet sponge to remove any debris and dust. It also makes it easier to paint on. When painting, you need to do multiple layers for a darker color. If you make a mistake, you can just use a wet sponge to wipe off the area and start again. These were notes I remembered from my visit to the other place, so I wish they provided these types of tips. They have a station for the paint colors along with other crafting tools. I ended up painting a snack plate. Once you finish your piece, all you need to do is go to the register to turn in your piece and pay. You can pick up the piece after the date and time they give you, and you'll have 30 days to do so from that date. My friend picked up the piece for me, and I loved how it turned out. A pricey experience in my opinion, but you do get the materials provided for you to paint your piece, and it is a fun activity to do with friends at least once. It was worth it this time around, and I'm happy with my plate. read more

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I grew up going to Color Me Mine and had never gone to a Petroglyphs before but I'm converted. This location was very clean and organized but also had a much wider selection of pieces you can paint compared to Color Me Mine. I went for a girls night with a couple friends and spent a good almost 3 hours there very peacefully painting. The staff kept things tidy and didn't bother us at all they were so stealthy walking around not disturbing the parties! read more

We had so much fun painting, laughing, chatting, and bringing out our inner creative talents at Petroglyph. Adults entrance fee is $15. From there, you choose any ceramic piece you'd like to paint on. Each piece has a price tag on it. You grab any painting tools and paint colors you need to your station and start painting. Once finished, you bring it to the counter and pay for your piece. They give you a pick up date once they finalize the finishing touches. I love the various pieces you can choose from such as pots, plates, cups, ornaments, etc. The entire vibe was fun and stations were clean. I wish there were more paint colors to choose from and the prices were quite high, but I enjoyed the entire experience. It's a great activity for all ages. read more

Petroglyph Ceramic Lounge - Paint-Your-Own Pottery Near Me - San Jose, California

My husband, 10 year old granddaughter, and I went on a Saturday afternoon. Neither my husband or I are artistic, but all three of us thoroughly enjoyed the experience. We made an appointment, which is not required but I recommend it because they do get busy and sometimes have large groups. This is my third time going to Petroglyph. I previously went with girlfriends, and another time as a bachelorette event, and each person painted a dinner plate as a gift to the bride and groom. (Now they have a full set of dinner plates, each unique, to remind them of us all. Great idea!) This can be a fun social activity for adults. You can bring in food/drinks, plenty of time to talk, and it's an unhurried, unrushed vibe. They have a large assortment of ceramic items to choose from with a large range of prices, to purchase and paint. (Hubby painted coasters, I did a bowl, and granddaughter painted a planter for a Mother's Day gift for her mom.) The staff is super friendly and helpful, and will provide as much or as little guidance as you need, but it's really do it yourself with lots of samples to look at for inspiration. I suggest allowing plenty of time so you don't feel rushed. We were there about 3 hours, and the admission price entitles you to also get into their candle making place a few doors down, so you may want to factor enough time for both. It's in a great neighborhood, with lots of places nearby for a snack or a meal, so you really can make a day of it. My granddaughter liked it so much, that she's going to have her birthday party there and invite her friends. read more

My first time here and I had a great experience! The staff here are very helpful. $15 fee to use the studio and supplies with no time limit. Select the item you want to paint which most ranges from $20-$70ish. I think the items are priced way too high!! Small trinket plates are $17 which was the cheapeast thing I saw. I ended up choosing a higher value item since it seemed more worth the price. I selected the country pitcher for $55. We spent about 2.5 hours here. It takes about a week for them to glaze your item and ready for pickup. Parking garage around the corner. Recommend for a fun activity. read more

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Area was big, complete with items needed in making ceramic pretty and the staff are nice too! Enjoyed our stay here! read more

Petroglyph Ceramic Lounge - Paint-Your-Own Pottery Near Me - San Jose, California

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very fun spot to go to, we came around 5pm on a monday night and stayed the entire time painting. we were told to start cleaning up at 7:45pm. it's nice that they let you bring snacks and drinks in and spend as much time as you want there. the studio fee is $15 for adults plus the price of the piece that you pick. i didn't get to finish mine and i think it's really nice that they let you bring it home and come back another time to finish at no additional cost. they had a variety of pieces, there were also some pieces near the bathroom that wasn't displayed. i wish i knew about this because after we finished painting, i saw some pieces that i was actually looking for to paint but couldn't find in the main store. once you are done painting, you pay for everything and they give you a return date about 4 days after and was told to pickup any time after 6:30pm. i gave them 3 stars cause when i went to pick up one of my friend's pieces, we noticed there was some white spots on her bowl. i think it was due to the store incorrectly holding the pieces and not glazing those parts. this was disappointing since it wasn't our fault it came out like that. not sure they have any policies regarding damage caused from their processing read more

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Absolutely an amazing experience staff absolutely wonderful. They treated my mom with such respect. It was a great place. I totally recommend this for fun event. read more

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Such an amazing experience! Recently came here with a friend and had a fun painting session. The place is nice and clean, there's a variety of brushes and the paint color was nicely organized as well! We both had hard time deciding what to get as there were so many good selection! Do keep in mind the colors will be at least 3 shades darker once they glaze it. Both our total came out to be $40+ which is quite pricey but I was very happy with my plate and I think it's worth it for the fun experience! Highly recommend coming here next time you're feeling crafty! read more

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This is a very big and spacious coffee shop with a lot of natural lightihng, as one side of the shop is mostly windows. The interior is also nicely decorated as well, with ample seating. They have snacks as well as slightly more substantial food, and i remember the drink I got (matcha) tasted alright. The staff are friendly as well, and it's a nice, peaceful place to read or do work if needed. Would recommend ! read more

Petroglyph Ceramic Lounge - What I ended up painting - Paint-Your-Own Pottery Near Me - San Jose, California

I've been coming here since I was a child. From birthday parties at a young age to corporate events during my career, painting ceramics is the perfect way for not-so-artistic people to goof off and artistic people to show off. At the end of the day, everyone ends up enjoying the process of choosing their ceramic (could be an animal statue, could be a mug, could be a seasonal item like an Easter bunny or Christmas reindeer) and giving it some love. For any beginners, just because the color looks light when you are painting it does not mean it will stay that way after it is fired and glazed in the kiln. Trust me, follow the tiles that state the name of each color and show what it looks like after one and two coats!! My favorite part of Petroglyph that sets it apart from other ceramic places is that it offers a large variety of colors, and those colors have multiple tubes so you don't have to rerack a color that you love or awkwardly go up to someone because they're using the one that you need!! They also have a fine tip addition so that you can actually do more detailed decorations with any color and not just the standard colors provided (which can be a bit more saturated than preferred), which is AMAZING. I had to ask to find out about this!! That ended up being how I was able to decorate my tray (as shown in the photo). It does tend to be on the pricier side, when I do go I try to paint more than one item since the studio fee is $15!! The last time I went I ended up painting two small boxes (planning on putting jewelry in each of them) and a cute little pink coquette tray. read more

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Our granddaughters, 8 & 9, had the best time creating their candles, & we had a wonderful time watching their creative abilities blossom. Thank you, Kathy Campisi Kathy Campisi iPlanit 408.472.8295 read more

i have come here multiple times. the staff is helpful, when it is not busy. it's nice because you can pay and come back another day if you haven't finished your piece. great for spending quality time with friends and family. i prefer petroglyph over color me mine for their spaces. the lighting is nice and bright to be able to see what you're painting, and they have more options on ceramic pieces that you can paint. the area around is nice, such as the sushi place across the street and nearby ice cream parlors. you can book ahead to reserve tables at no charge. read more

I came here for a team retreat and it was a great and wholesome way to interact with my coworkers. The ambiance is very chill and calm- but not too quiet where it'll feel like you're talking too loud. The workers were also very helpful and attentive- great for first timers! There are a bunch of cute items for you to paint on, and they show the pricing of each item as well. There are way too many options to choose from but I ended up choosing a plate since I thought it was the easiest item to paint within the time frame we had slotted (2 hours). Time goes by pretty fast when you're sitting and painting, so I recommend planning out what you're going to paint before visiting! read more

Petroglyph Ceramic Lounge - Before - Paint-Your-Own Pottery Near Me - San Jose, California

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I love this place. It's such a great way to pass time and be creative. They have a great selection of pottery pieces available. I have found that recently some of my pieces are coming back with a random paint splatter or two on them but so far it's been in inconspicuous spots. read more

I've been coming to this petroglyph for about 10 years now! I've had a handful of birthday parties here as a kid and this place hasn't changed a bit. Pottery definitely isn't cheap but it's all about the experience and fun! Came here on a Friday afternoon and it was definitely busy but still had a peaceful environment. My total was about $77 including the $14 studio fee per person. Super clean and very helpful staff! Come for any occassion whether it's a team bonding event, gals day, or birthday. Love it! read more

Petroglyph Ceramic Lounge - Finished products - Paint-Your-Own Pottery Near Me - San Jose, California

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I took my family to this place . They absolutely loved it. I would highly recommend this place for their friends and family . This place totally worth your money and time. read more

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What a perfect mother daughter day at petroglyph ceramic lounge. We had such a good time being creative. The environment was nice and the staff were friendly. We really enjoyed ourselfs I would recommend coming here to anyone great for ages 6 and up and plenty of restaurants around to eat after or before read more

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Went on a date with my boyfriend and had a blast I love lil artsy stuff and this was totally free range. We were walk-ins got a table without having to wait and we stayed for like 3 hours just painting away. Would definitely go again. read more

Petroglyph Ceramic Lounge - A painting I did on a plate I picked out. Super funnnnnn and walk ins are welcome - Paint-Your-Own Pottery Near Me - San Jose, California

we reserved a table ahead of time and had a fun time, staff was helpful and friendly, our bowls turned out so good! we paid $45 each total read more

Petroglyph Ceramic Lounge - bowls - Paint-Your-Own Pottery Near Me - San Jose, California

So so cute! Went there for a group event and they were so nice about introducing the process, showing us the paints/brushes/different techniques. There were tons of ceramic options to choose from, like bowls, cups, plates, little garden gnomes, and fun shapes in general like mushrooms and butterflies! I chose a donut shaped bowl, and I think it turned out so cute!! They're ready for pick up a few days after, and you have a month long window to do the pick up. There is a small parking garage nearby and street parking, but ... it's still pretty crowded, so be mindful of that. read more

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I had such a fun and relaxing evening--it was a truly therapeutic experience. The friendly and welcoming service made it even more enjoyable! read more

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I've loved this place since I was a kid, all the workers and I mean ALL of them are so kind & helpful! I'll forever be a customer. read more

Petroglyph Ceramic Lounge - Paint-Your-Own Pottery Near Me - San Jose, California

I truly cannot recommend Petroglyph in Willow Glen more. Pottery painting is not cheap by any standards, but, if you're going to do it, this place gives you more value per dollar than any other. The variety and pricing of items, glazes, and willingness to help from the staff are hard to beat. Despite a stated 2 hr limit, staff do not watch the clock or make you feel unwelcome. Additionally, the one time I attended and they closed earlier than expected- they offered to wrap our pieces and allow us to come back with no charge. Also, I can't believe they let you take home some of the glazes and do work outside the story. The amount you can take home is a little limited especially considering the price, but I don't know any other place that offers this. Unfortunately for my wallet, I can't wait to go back. read more

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Great place to spend few hours with family or friends! Petroglyph provides a big variety of ceramic pieces to get as creative as you can. There are choices of bowls, cups, vases, plates, statues, decorative pieces that you can pick from. Once your finished goodie is finished, they will cover it with a protection layer and you can pick it up in 3 days. read more

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I like their diverse selection of ceramics and paint colors to choose from (boxes, bowls, mugs, plates). The staff can be friendly and knowledgeable on different techniques you can use if you ask. I also liked that they have color tiles showing 1 vs 3 layers of paint when your ceramic is fired. The space is bigger than expected and this location with the studio fee pass, you can also go to the glow candle making business across the street. The price you pay is a combination of the studio fee plus the price of the ceramic object. I think my friends and I each paid ~$45 for the different items we painted. Also, they will tell you when you can pick up your item at the end when you pay and will hold it up to 30 days :). read more

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We came here as a group of 6 and had so much fun! Can't wait to pick up my mug once it's ready. We walked in on a Sunday afternoon and it was pretty busy but we were able to get a table right away. They have a large selection of pieces to choose from but they are quite pricey. It's $15/pp plus the cost of the ceramic item. There are several paint colors, brushes, and other tools to create artwork. Would recommend! read more

My friend and I had such a blast for our first time at Petroglyph that we were here crafting for 4.5 hours! Never realized how much work gets put into ceramic artwork, but the time flew by, and it was a lot of fun. For us 2, we were #2 on the waitlist and waited about 20 min for an open spot. There's a wide array of items to choose from (around $10-30 on average, but up to $50) on top of the studio fee of $14 (adults). Pretty worth it since there's no time limit and an endless amount of supplies. The turnaround time for our pieces is really quick, as we came here on a Saturday and the staff said our pieces would be ready by Wednesday evening! One thing to note that as it gets busier, more supplies are taken, so you're not left with the whole selection brushes. Luckily we came right after brunch, so we snagged some detail brushes in time. The toothpicks were also really helpful for those finer lines. Can't wait to pick our pieces up in a few days! read more

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An incredibly easy date day/night activity to do with your loved ones! Or even your family or children! I had such a wonderful time at Petroglyph and did not feel rushed at all during my time in the studio! Like others have stated, it's relatively simple: you select a ceramic piece they have on shelf, pick the colors you want to use from the paint shelf, and situate yourself at a table and concentrate on breathing life to your selected ceramic piece! Petroglyph has also got a few cute stencils, pencils, masking tape, and various brush sizes for you to use to get your creativity going on your ceramic piece! The studio fee is $15/adult (slightly cheaper for children) along with the cost of your ceramic piece (depends on the piece you select)! My partner and I got lucky and were able to be seated immediately despite not having reservations. Reservations are highly recommended on weekends since people tend to come in and enjoy this fun pastime activity with their friends and family. Once my partner and I sat down, 20 other guests came pouring in, along with reservation guests too! read more

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