Wonderful service. Like the best. Interesting selection of paint you cant find elsewhere like…read moreMicheal Harding. Gave 4 stars just because selection was limited but this is a great art store

First off, I'll try really hard with this review to stay away from the obvious pun…read more Located between some great home furnishings store is the little beauty. My friend and I wandered in on a Sunday afternoon to find a children's art class going on. The staff were highly engaged in the class but did briefly stop to greet us and to let them know if we needed anything. The space isn't huge as the majority of it seems to be dedicated to their art classes, but they have the basic supplies, plus some other fun items that are sure to catch your eye. There is a small room which looks to be a gallery of sorts, but it was hard to tell exactly what was going on with the space. As with many of the other stores in The Junction, you can find business cards and pamphlets for other local businesses and artists. April challenge 16/30

I liked the concept of being able to paint either solo or with a friend/partner. The instructions…read morewere clear and I love the concept of kicking back and doing something creative with the option to purchase an alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink. The instructor was cheerful and friendly. The other thing that I found a little bit concerning is how close people are to one another, but I know that maximizing studio space is an art in of itself. All-in-all, still a solid experience and something worth trying at least once in your life.

We had a great time at Pinot's Palette!! The instructor was very approachable and provided…read moreeasy-to-follow instructions. I liked how she reassured us to go at our own pace and encouraged us to experiment beyond the templated design! We went on sunday for discounted sangrias and they provided us with aprons as well. It was an amazing calm experience and will definitely come back soon.

I purchased a "date night" package here for my daughter's birthday a few months ago. Because it's…read morelimited to 2 people, it's a few months ahead before you can book a date. I prepaid and booked our session. The facilities are located in the Wychwood art building on the second floor. We arrived early, and the studio was clear, so we were able to begin early. It was a little smaller than I expected, but certainly has everything required. Our staff was super friendly, and reassured us we'd be able to complete our projects. She went through the various pieces we could choose from to make. Both of us went for a solid bird, and blown lamp. We started with the bird. For the bird, we could choose up to 3 colours. She explained what each would look like once applied. She demonstrated what we would be doing, and had us try some practice with the rod. She pulled the molten glass from the furnace, and handed it over to us to roll into the frit colours we selected. She watched as we put the glass in to make sure we applied the right amount of pressure and rolled it before it cooled too much. The pieces then go into the hottest of the 3 furnaces. She stood behind a protective screen while the 2 of us watched with our protective eyewear. We then moved to another bench where we shaped the beaks and tails ourselves with metalworking tongs. She guided us verbally and advised a very strong pinch and pull to shape. Our little creatures then went into the last of the 3 furnaces, at the lowest temp, where they would cool overnight. For our second piece, we would be shaping by blowing rather than tongs. A rubber tube and disposable mouth bit are used, which she demonstrated. She advised that we need to blow pretty forcefully, and watched us practice before saying "when." Again, she drew the molten glass from the first furnace, and handed the rod over for me to apply the frit colours I had chosen. She then manipulated it a bit before I came in with tube in mouth to blow and shape it. Also mind blowing to anticipate that I'd be using my creation at home! For the lamps, they provide a perpetual wick with the finished piecec, and you can get the paraffin oil at a local hardware store. Once again, our second pieces joined our first to cool in the third furnace before we could collect them. It's an expensive experience, but totally worth it. The expertise and special equipment involved are beyond. Our staff was super nice and answered a lot of questions by the time we were done. We were done early, but then we had started early. It was naturally warm in the studio, but the fans made it bearable. You need to return on another day to collect your finished items. They are packed and stored in an outdoor bench box at a house near the studio. Luckily there's some street parking nearby. I didn't have any trouble parking on a close by street and quickly picking up the bagged items in the box. You have 30 days to collect them, or they'll be disposed of. It was a great experience and memory. It was unique, and having the items afterwards is an awesome way to have your own art as a souvenir. I would come back as a gift to other loved ones again.

We came here for our anniversary celebration. Minna the artist coached us through the process. We…read morecan pick two pieces, an oil lamp, bubble bowl, blown egg and glass ball. The solid piece, you can get a glass bird, bubble bowl, blown egg and glass heart. If two people you will have to select the same piece but can choose different colours. It was lots of fun in a sense you dip your glass in the colour beads. But when we bring it to the machine, Minna will help us. For the blowing piece, we have to blow into the glass on our own. It was a fun experience. Good for date nights and celebrations. Check it out!

Unprofessional staff. The first class the tutor was just on her phone the whole time instead of…read moreactually helping us. The second class the tutor arrived 30-40 min late and did not make up the time. Why did she arrive late? Because she forgot she had class to teach! Avoid at all cost!!!

I had an incredible time at this studio. I signed up for the 3 day crash course. The first day was…read morethe toughest one where we learned how to center and throw the clay. We had a substitute teacher and she was very attentive to each student. She started to demo what we'd have to do for the class and went to each student providing guidance and help. The second class we had another instructor, she taught us how to trim all our pieces using a wide variety of different tools. We also had to option to sculpt other pieces as well. On our third class, we learned how to glaze the pieces and there were so many color options. I was able to make about 6 pieces and in a few weeks we get to pick them up. It's a great way to try something new before commiting to sign up for a longer class. They have 3 studios all along Dundas and you get a lot more than what you pay for.

We did the March Break camp and it's so rare to have a real arts space that feels a bit gritty in a…read moregood way. My nearly-6 year-old daughter loved immersing in the various media (sculpture, printmaking, painting) and spending a half day just creating. I love that it's in a space that still feels like a home--how long till we no longer have spaces with wood trim and narrow hallways? Definitely not a modern aesthetic, but for us that was truly part of the comfortable, welcoming, artsy vibe. The instructor really noticed my daughter's particular abilities and we enjoyed discussing art--she was leaving teaching to pursue her own painting with more focus and I wish her well!

This is a lovely place to learn. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Nada honing my drawing,…read morepainting and sculpting skills. I'll be attending classes here for as long as they have them.

I'm a little late posting my review as I visited earlier in the year. However I wanted to highlight…read morewhat an amazing place this is. They have plenty of premade paint your pottery available for purchase. you can also take a class and create your own pottery. A birthday party was going on when we visited and what a great idea this is for your kiddos. Or for an adult birthday or event. I'm a foodie so I painted a doughnut. Everything you would need including special pencils and paints are all provided. This was so much fun and priced reasonably well.

Cute spot, instructors were nice and helpful. Took my friend for her birthday and she really…read moreenjoyed the class

The Shop is fantastic. It is just what I have been looking for…read more Living in the city, it is hard to get access to the tools and space I need to indulge my hobbies. The Shop has all the tools I needed to tackle a pretty advance woodworking project and the owners were great about helping me when I got stuck. The pricing was super reasonable. Making a mess of their shop was way better than making a mess of my living room. Now thinking of other projects to do there.

From the owner: The Shop is membership based and operates a ceramics studio and craft studio for the use of local…read moreartists and hobbyists. In addition to DIY usage, members can take part in exciting classes and workshops to improve their skills, or develop new ones.

Latitude 44 has been my one and only framing shop of choice for the past 2 decades, and I hope to…read morecontinue with Janet and Mary Anne for many years ahead. Over the years they have worked with me to choose and frame personal artwork, art collected during travels, family photos, university diplomas and professional certification and very soon some wedding photos. This is the only place I trust with my treasures, They offer a large selection of frames and mattes as well as excellent suggestions when asked, and i have never been disappointed with the service or work. Kudos and thanks to Janet and Mary Anne!

Service with too much attitude. Be careful when giving your opinion when choosing the frames you're…read moregoing to pay. Frames are expensive but offenses are free.