Happy Medium - New York, New York

J E

I had a great experience here! Love the vibes of the place and the snack bar upstairs. My first pottery experience. My instructor was extremely friendly, encouraging, and she even encouraged me to keep the unique piece that I thought was ugly, but ended up liking in the end?. I will definitely be back for the painting class offered upstairs.

I’m giving a four-star rating because, although we were supposed to have two people assisting, only one person was actively walking around to help. It would have been better to have both available so we could be reminded of the proper hand positions for molding the clay more quickly.

One suggestion: take pictures of the instructors’ hands in the key positions needed and place them at each station. This way, customers wouldn’t need to keep asking for guidance and could spend more time creating. Waiting for the one instructor to walk around and assist everyone took away from my time, and having visual aids would have been really helpful.

Additionally, charging $25 for each additional pot you want to keep seems a bit expensive, especially considering the class is already $130+. Perhaps you could offer an option to keep an extra pot for $5-$7, without paint, just as is.

紀嘉淯

202410
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Anastasiya Medvedeva

I recently attended a figure drawing session at Happy Medium, and it was a remarkable experience. As an artist, finding a conducive environment to hone my skills is crucial, and this studio exceeded my expectations.

The space itself is spacious and well-lit, providing ample room for artists to work comfortably. The atmosphere was both professional and welcoming, which made it easy to focus and be inspired.

The session was well-organized, starting with short warm-up poses and gradually moving to longer, more detailed ones. The models were professional, maintaining interesting and challenging poses that pushed my creative boundaries. They were also very approachable and open to feedback, enhancing the overall experience.

The facilitators were knowledgeable and offered constructive critiques without being overbearing. It was clear they were passionate about art and dedicated to helping artists grow.

What stood out to me was the sense of community. Artists of all levels attended, from beginners to professionals, creating a diverse and supportive environment. We were encouraged to share our work and techniques, fostering a collaborative spirit.

Additionally, the studio provided quality materials, which was a nice touch for those who might not have brought their own. The refreshments and comfortable seating added to the overall positive experience.

In summary, HM is a fantastic place for any artist looking to improve their figure drawing skills. The professional yet friendly environment, skilled models, and supportive community make it a top choice. I highly recommend it and look forward to my next session there.

PM

Absolutely loved Happy medium for a chill artsy night with a friend! The atmosphere is lovely and definetly inspired us to make some art. I liked the collection of magazines and books for making collages. I have also come along and noticed that it took a little longer to put in my order, but the staff were all very kind. I would love to come again!

Susana Zelaya Rivera

Super cute place! We booked our tickets online for the hand building pottery class and had a great time. The instructor goes over everything you should know and technique. I really liked how the staff came around to help or anything that we needed. Highly recommend as a solo, first, or girl friends catch up or even just as an activity to try.

Deysi Vatman

When I think of a happy medium, I envision an oasis to escape from city life and immerse myself in a realm of calmness and creativity. The atmosphere exudes an artistic vibe, which drew me in for a figure drawing class. While it might not suit everyone's tastes, it proved invaluable for me as a creative person navigating through a block. Witnessing people engrossed in their own creative pursuits was inspiring, and the staff were both professional and laid-back. Arriving early, I was warmly welcomed by friendly faces. I would definitely return here; whether alone, as I did, or with friends and colleagues, the experience was truly worth it.

Amandip Kaur

Had lovely experience doing the water coloring activity. It’s a beautiful setup with lots of space and great vibes. This place is very popular because of tiktok so advise booking at least a week in advance. Can’t wait to try the pottery painting next time 🙂

Amy Ford

This was a very fun experience! My friends and I originally did the Art menu and I chose the paint-a-pot (I did a plate) it is $28 plus the price of whichever dish you choose to paint. Very relaxing environment and the staff is friendly and helpful.

Loved it so much I came back for a second round and painted a shot glass. Today the guy in front explained a lot of the pottery process with us and was just good company in general ?

The only thing to keep in mind is when you make a bif group reservation and pay the deposit make sure everyone can make it if jot they take the $15 pp hold fee and do not apply it anywhere else.
Great experience will do again! I especially recommend the paint-a-pot experience.