I'd like to point out that the other low reviews either don't read the policy they have on the…read morefront desk (unless that's recent) or don't understand how this place works lol. I had left a 1 star review earlier, because the glaze on my piece cracked a TON when I took it home. They called me back, took responsibility for their error, (they explained they'd most likely opened the oven too quickly) gave me credit towards another project, and offered to fix the glaze on the tray for me! I went and did just that, and made myself a mug. I called two weeks later to ask if they were ready (I think I put the wrong phone number, or they were delayed with texting me. No sweat.) and they were, so I just picked them up and I'm so happy. There's still a very tiny crack on the tray, but honestly that's just me nitpicking. The staff was very apologetic, and they were so kind every single time I visited. Thank you again! If you encounter cracked glaze after getting your piece, give them a polite call. Staff was 10/10 I'd give you all a million bucks if I could.

This business is located inside the Shops at Sunset Place (which is supposed to be getting…read moredemolished any day now). I previously brought my son here many years ago and recently I brought my daughter. It is a nice experience if you are artsy. You get to pick a design, paint it, leave it and pick it up in two weeks. This last time it was a group of 4 girls and the items ranged between $25 and $41.

- Maite was amazing in helping me organize a party here -…read moreFor a two-hour session, I made 2 pieces - Would recommend looking for some inspiration online before coming - Maite gave us a 10-15min introduction to the steps and helped us whenever we got stuck/made mistakes - We spent some time decorating; there are stamps, different colours, and tools - There are examples of glazing that Maite can put on after your piece is done, if you don't want to decorate - She also sells pieces in her studio! - You can pick up your pieces 2 weeks later - HIGHLY recommend for any type of event

Great time with friends! The staff was great and it's worth every moment and dollar! 10/10read more

If you're looking for a pottery class, this place has the clay--but customer service still needs to…read morebe molded. There are no signs or instructions telling you where paint belongs, so we naturally brought it back to our table. Instead of politely explaining the process, the owner yelled at us and snapped, "You're not the only ones here!" Funny thing... we actually were the only customers there. The entire studio feels disorganized, and unfortunately, the owner's people skills are even more scattered. Her manners are almost their own form of comic relief--except no one was laughing. A little kindness, basic organization, and clear signage would go a long way. Pottery is supposed to be a relaxing, creative experience, not one where customers get scolded for not reading signs that don't exist. I won't be back, and I definitely wouldn't recommend it if you're looking for a welcoming atmosphere. One star.

The Clay Cottage Studio is a great place to do some crafts. I went on a Sunday night with my mom…read moreand fiancé. There was a special BOGO deal so we saved 50% on one of the studio fees. We did the paint your own pottery and had a great time. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The pottery options were great and painting was so much fun. Can't wait to see our projects after the kiln in two weeks. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone.

OCISLY has been one of my favorite things about Miami! The pop ups not only introduce me to a new…read morevenue and part of the city but the most interesting and amazing people come out to play overall, OCISLY, has ignited a new sense of purpose in my creative practice and i'll always make an effort to show up at their events

Everyone should try going to an OCISLY ceramics events, even if you think you are not artistic! At…read morethe very least, I promise you will meet new friends and enjoy a night contributing to Miami's beautiful art community. Cristina is so patient explaining how pottery works and encourages you to be playful with what you create. Adam is also very helpful offering any advice, together they make a great team. The attention to detail does not go unnoticed, and they make everyone feel welcomed (this is very important because I understand it can be scary/intimidating to try new things! they put any fears to ease) Luckily I had the opportunity to glaze a few of my pieces, which is worth the money! I was so pleasantly surprised how quickly my pottery was fired, considering how long the process can take from start to finish. I have been to multiple OCISLY events, but one of my favorite memories was crafting matching swan coffee mugs with my partner. It was so fun to do side-by-side while surrounded by creative energy and good vibes. We cherish these mugs and pull them out often smiling at the subtle unique imperfections that make each one beautiful. Thank you to OCISLY for an amazing memory that will last for years & years. We look forward to many more clay dates!

I've been here three times so far & always had such a fun time painting. I've done a Halloween…read morePumpkin, a Great White Shark, & a Sugar Skull. The staff (Albert & Alexandra) are super friendly & helpful. This is a great place to go relax, take a date, have a family outing, celebrate a birthday party or other group event. How it Works: You come in, choose what you want to paint, they help you setup your paint, give you brushes, & all the tools you will need. If you chose a ceramic piece, you will need to put on several coats of paint. My sugar skull took five hours to finish painting, but I'm a perfectionist. I was able to do the Great White Shark in just under two hours. You can do it faster, but it will not come out as nice if you rush the process. The key is in applying multiple coats & letting each coat dry properly before starting the next. They have hair dryers to assist in speeding up the drying process. Once your work of art is completed, they will glaze it, & then fire it in the kiln. This process takes almost a full week so advise any children or millenials you are taking, that they will not have the instant gratification of bringing their new art project home the same day. Once your piece is ready, they will call to let you know so you can come pick it up. Cost: For the entertainment alone, it's money well spent. Your ceramic of choice will vary in cost depending on size, but it is an all inclusive price, so there are no add-ons or extra fees to pay. The cost includes your ceramic, the use of their paint & brushes, glazing, & firing. Expect to pay around $20-$50+ each depending on the ceramic you choose to paint. The experience is worth every penny in my honest opinion. There are other non-ceramic related things to paint as well. The Setup: There are two large rooms, each with several tables. The room in the back is sometimes utilized for parties or large groups. There is music, the place is clean, the staff is friendly & helpful. Would I return for a 4th visit? Most definitely!

I love bringing my daughter to this location. She loves art and we always find creative things to…read moredo at the studio. The people that work there always help us create a beautiful masterpiece. I also bring my mother-in-law and she enjoys spending time with her granddaughter, while she paints. Parking is easy. They have lots of ceramics and painting to choose from and it's a wonderful place to drop in and do some thing different with your children. Pricing is good and the quality of the products are great.

We had a great time at Plaster of Carousel! The variety of items to paint are extensive and sure to…read moreappeal to many different interests. The five of us were able to share one set of brushes, and a palette of different paints. We were able to request metallic and glitter paints on demand. I wasn't able to finish mine due to the detail, and they offered me the paints I needed to finish at home. The staff is knowledgeable, helpful, and super nice! We will definitely return!

We went this Saturday with our 5 yo for the first time and we enjoyed it. The place is organized…read moreand has everything you need to create your own piece of art. I loved the option of putting glitter on top of the art work and my girl made 2 art works. Thank you Debbie and Scott we will return!

Able to work at one's own pace. An artist's hot spot! I love this place. Teachers are great,…read morevolunteers are extremely helpful.

Six weeks later, I can finally write this review…read more Woohoo! For those not aware, my latest endeavor was signing up for a six-week pottery course with one of my best friends who also happens to be my work husband. What motivated this endeavor? I am a bored and crazy soul. That, and admittedly, this was on my bucket list for years. You see, my mother used to do ceramics and she would never stop talking about how I needed to try it as well. Turns out that while my mother had talent for pottery, I am abysmal at it. The only real competition I have is my dear friend. We cannot seem to decide whose pottery is worse. Semantics aside, the Ceramic League of Miami can be located in the village of Pinecrest. It essentially is an open-spaced garage full of pottery wheels, bookshelves, and clay galore. They have an area for parking, and on the off chance it's packed, there's plenty of businesses around where you can park. Everything in this area is pretty relaxed. Classes can either be daytime or nighttime Monday through Saturday. We signed up for the 2:30 PM Saturday class for the pottery wheel and soda kiln with James. The signing up process was relatively simple. We did everything online. When we began the class, we were given the option of purchasing a tool set. You needed to bring exact change for this. $14 to be specific. If you didn't get this for whatever reason (usually the school running out of them), you could share with the instructor and/or other students. This is what ended up happening to me. This six-week pottery course cost $155 and it included two and a half hours of instruction every Saturday, as well as what I refer to as that horribly heavy 20+ lb of clay bag. The class is over and I have leftover clay. What the heck am I supposed to do with it? I have clay in places I never thought I would. Cough; I am referencing my box of art supplies in my car. Yes, I can effectively now say I've become an artist. If you become a member of this non-profit organization, the class will cost you $145 instead. Overall, I thought the prices fair for what we did. We received a lot of personal instruction and got to get our hands down and dirty. Unfortunately the movie Ghost sets up unrealistic expectations when it comes to clay. Noting that, if you go in with an open mind, this is a blast; a frustrating blast but a blast nevertheless. I found James to be an efficient and kind instructor. I just wish there had been more organization on his part. We never really got to mark our pieces properly, but oh well. I would probably do this again in the future. For now though, this girl is off to her next venture: aerial yoga!

Was looking for an experience for our 8 year anniversary and got one. We got to use the wheel make…read morepottery and will have an experience and a few lopsided bowls to remember the day. Omg it was amazing!! Sarah the owner is awesome and her dogs are too cute!

I unfortunately don't have a picture of my bowl, but I absolutely loved my experience at Sarah…read moreGlass Ceramics. Sarah is amazing she is super kind, respectful, and such a great teacher. She really took the time to help me and the rest of the group, especially since I had acrylics on that day which made the activity a little tricky for me. Even though it was a challenge, I still had so much fun and can't wait to come back again!

My husband and I went for tufting class. It was challenging but fun. I would recommend for adults…read moreonly. Staff is helpful and super nice

We came in for our friend Mavy's birthday party for 12. A great lesson for first timers…read more Inspirational ideas on every wall. We took over the private room for our food and drinks. Staff was super friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.

I took my friends/ family for a single class. Everyone had a great time. Victor is an excellent…read moreinstructor and everyone came out with at least 2 very nice pieces to glaze and eventually take home. Very recommended for a different and fun couples, friends, or family event.

My friend got a group of girls together for a pottery class to celebrate her birthday and I am so…read morehappy to have discovered Anhinga. I had never taken a pottery class and was so excited to learn the ropes. There are 10 wheels here, so our group of 10 was able to arrive a little early, drink wine and eat some snacks we brought before learning the ropes of ceramics. Victor was our instructor and he was amazing! He first did a demonstration on how to work with the clay and start to make your piece. Then he helped us to create our own pieces. We got to make 3 different things. One item is included in your class price and you can purchase the other 2 for just $8 each. It's a hands on experience but so awesome to learn a new skill and get to be able to take your creation home. I will definitely look into more classes as I truly enjoyed my experience with the class.