I was taken back by some of the negative reviews. To some people complaining about the price, that's pretty sad and not really the point of Yelp. The prices are listed transparently. Of course, it is more expensive to go paint at a studio than to order supplies yourself from China or something. They have staff there to help you and stuff, and all of that costs money. There are bills to pay, like climate control, labor, rent, etc. So of course it is more expensive and there will be some mark-up on the pottery. The studio fee for paint and stuff is pretty low and even discounted or free on some promotional periods. If you can't afford it, don't go and order your painting supplies elsewhere and do it at home. Have fun with your closet full of paint and brushes. Do you cry about paying 10 dollars for a cheeseburger at a restaurant when you can make one yourself for a dollar?
This place is all about the EXPERIENCE of painting with your kids or a significant other. This is my go-to place for dates and when I have kids, I'm taking them here! It's a great place to create a lasting memory. Give somebody something tangible and they'll remember that experience you shared together every time they see it.