My friend and I had the best time designing our own custom sneakers. The vibe was relaxed,…read moreinspiring, and perfect for getting creative without feeling rushed. There were tons of paint colors and supplies to choose from, and the staff was super encouraging and helpful if you needed ideas or guidance. I went with a cartoon-style design on mine, with a sketch outline, bold details, and a hand-drawn look. I LOVE how they turned out. They look like wearable art! My friend went in a totally different direction, which made it even more fun seeing how unique each pair became. It's such a cool concept for a girls' night, date night, birthday, or just something different to do. You walk out with something you actually get to wear and show off. Highly recommend if you're looking for a creative experience that's both fun and memorable!

This was a top favorite birthday gift/experience! While I ran out of time and will have to finish…read morepainting my shoes at home, I learned a lot and was able to get the largest part of the process finished. We all really enjoyed the experience and were so pleased with the help and advice we received from their instructors. I was really appreciative of the way they really stepped in to help my 2 children as they needed, allowing me to keep on working away in my own art project. They have some examples to help give you ideas and believe them when they tell you that they can help you draw items onto your shoes for you to paint. It felt like they are dedicated to helping people carry out the vision they have for their project.

We had 7 in our group & it was a neat experience! The guy that taught us was very nice &…read moreknowledgeable. It was easy to understand everything & our pumpkins look great, can't wait to pick them up tomorrow. I highly recommend this place - bring your friends and make something! Perfect for ladies night or even a date. The price was well worth the experience!

I came through for the Prodigious Glass Pumpkin Patch sale and WOW - so many beautiful glass…read morepumpkins to select from colors to shapes and sizes!! There were quite a few other glass art items that I fell in love with too but stuck with the pumpkins this time. Everyone working was so friendly and helpful. Not pictured is the back room with studio which had so many beautiful items! I'm definitely coming back to see about a glass blowing class and possibly purchase some other items!

My boyfriend surprised me with a Indy Fused Glass class for my birthday! We've been watching Blown…read moreAway and have wanted to try it. Glass fusing is a great first step to glass blowing to understand the element of glass The owner is awesome and very patient with answering questions! You have a ton of options to choose from and really able to make it your own. You can explore different types of glass, textures, colors, etc. I would totally recommend taking a class here!

Amazing experience and the result was a beautiful piece. I signed up for a class as an activity…read morewith low-covid risk (small class sizes, large studio, and masks) and I've always wanted to try it. The owner/artist/teacher was great. Very hands on without being overly hovering. It was really cool to have so many options both in what we made and the colors and styles to choose from. The class was listed as two hours but we were not rushed in any way which I really appreciated. I also learned a lot about glass fusing! We will definitely come back to make something else- it was fun and our projects turned out great. This would definitely be something fun to do with a group of friends or coworkers.

As an entertainer, I can say this is an amazing place to perform. The sound people and crew know…read moretheir stuff inside and out, and are SO helpful! Great place to do business. As one who goes to enjoy a show, I can say there's not a bad seat in the house, and the sound in the auditorium is nothing short of amazing. It rivals any theatre I've been to, and I've been to a lot. Ten West is certainly a gem in central Indiana. I highly recommend seeing a show here.

I found a Groupon for an 'alcohol and art' class ( similar to the wine and canvas theme ) and it…read morewas so much fun! For $60 four of us ( great idea for double date night ) were taught to paint over the course of two hours. All paint, canvases, smocks, and cleaning supplies were included. And the best part is they encourage you to BYOB! We brought a cooler full of craft beer and a bottle of wine and it was awesome to relax and drink and be creative with friends. The teacher was fun and patient and we loved our final result. ( check out purple and maroon painting pics above ) We have the paintings hung in our living room as a reminder of that night. Good times!! I wish there was another locations closer than Fortville, other than that no complaints at all.

As someone with a disability who is also a creative, there's no question I resonate with ArtMix's…read moremission to transform the lives of people with and without disabilities through the creation of art. ArtMix is an Indianapolis-based non-profit organization that has been in existence since I was a kid in school, though it began life as Very Special Arts. They have four core programs, a variety of special projects, and quite a few opportunities to support them ranging from visiting their art gallery to joining them for First Fridays and others. As they note on their website, in the early days of public education for those with disabilities it was uncommon for us to be integrated into regular classrooms. An organization like this was used to fill in that gap. While I was often discouraged from creativity, this was an organization that encouraged it. The fact that I'm now a published writer, film critic, producer, and occasional actor is proof positive of how positive their influence can be. It should be noted that shopping in their gallery is by appointment only. Like a lot of non-profits, they have a small staff. The core programs for ArtMix include urban artisans, entrepreneur artisans, community classes, and artists-in-residence. In terms of accessibility, despite being in a challenging building they do well with ramps at the back entrance (and free parking in the back lot). The building itself is locked - there's a call box that you'll use (again, they request appointments). First Friday events are cool, the gallery is wonderful (and does support artists with disabilities. Yay.). I'm very pleased with this organization. It's only gotten better over the years. While I'm no longer that student sitting in a classroom, ArtMix reaches out even more these days and is truly a community organization. If you've never checked them out, I definitely recommend it.

Interested in supporting local artists, giving back, and purchase beautiful art? Art mix is the…read moreperfect place for this! I went for the second year to their holiday open house to do my yearly ornament shopping for family and friends. There are beautiful, one-of-a-kind ornaments, plates, bowls, and other ceramic pieces. All of the pieces are carefully made by the artists, fired on-site, and then made available in their gallery. I have been thrilled by the items I've purchased and the recipients love them!

What a kind and sweet soul = Walter. He is so friendly and loves what he does!!! Smile is heart…read morewarming. Especially in a chilly evening. I really enjoyed chatting with him about his art. He had a few canvases of various sizes in store. Along with many items created from patterns of his including women's tights and wrapping paper. Both of which are done right and high quality. Stop in and check out this little gem of a store. It's not just art on canvas. Wonderful!!

Excellent unique gifts for any budget, children, men & women. Unique artist designed images grace…read morecards, scarves, T-shirts, bags, wrapping paper, purses, beach towels and more! Something for any gift need. Can also view or purchase unique fine art for your home or office from award winning artist, Walter Knabe.

We stumbled upon Art of You while strolling through Fountain Square this past Saturday. The owner…read moreput on her first "community day" and we got to paint a canvas for free! She was super friendly and made us feel welcome as soon as we stepped through the door. While we painted, she gave supernatural numerology readings to any guests who wanted one. I did not personally receive a reading, but my friend got one, and it was very fun to learn about! The inside of the shop is bright and loud. The walls are covered in colorful paintings from floor to ceiling, there is a rack full of artsy clothes for sale, and a couch in the center of the space. Halfway through painting, I also noticed a cat curled up on top of the couch. He's a very calm and friendly guy - an adorable painting buddy. Usually, a painting day costs $20, and she offers a wide array of supplies and different canvas sizes. I hope to come back another day. It was a nice weekend activity. Definitely recommend that you check it out.

We visited Five Star Studio tonight with absolutely no dance experience, hoping to learn a few…read morebasic moves before a ball we have coming up in June. From the moment we walked in, we felt completely comfortable and welcomed. We started with a teaser lesson and ended up signing up for a package--and we're so glad we did! Our instructor, Summer was amazing. She was incredibly patient with us, even though we both have "two left feet," kept stepping on each other, and struggled to keep pace. Not once did she seem frustrated--just encouraging, supportive, and genuinely invested in helping us improve. By the end of the session, we felt more confident and excited to keep learning. She made us feel like we can actually get the hang of the basics in time for our event. If you're nervous about trying a dance studio, don't be. This place is professional, welcoming, and truly a fun experience. It would even make a fantastic date night! Highly recommend Five Star Studio--we're looking forward to going back.

Are you tired of the gym? Out of love with kung fu?…read moreThen come to 5 Star The Dance Studio for you!! Instructors are awesome They help you aspire To dance your very best You'll soon catch fire To be the best you can be To learn and have fun I'm in love with 5 Star And now I am done!!