| Using nontoxic underglazes,
painters draw, paint, stamp or stencil on designs
in about 1 1/2 -2 hours. We dip pieces in a
clear overglaze and fire them in our kilns for pick-up
in about a week. If you're only in Saratoga for a
short visit, pieces can be safely mailed at a reasonable
charge.
The cost of a visit
to our studio is simple. There is an $8 studio fee
charged to each painter. This includes the paints,
instructions and firing of up to 2 items painted
in one sitting. The price of your piece('s) is added.
Most pieces are under $15, and the most expensive
items are under $45. If you need to come back and
finish a design, a studio fee will be charged for
each visit. You can stay as long as you like, and
use as many colors as you like.
We are very kid-friendly and encourage families
to come and enjoy a painting experience together.
If multiple kids share a painting project for a
parent or grandparent, a maximum of 1 1/2 fees will
be charged depending on the complexity of the project.
There is no charge for adults to help a child with
painting.
Ladies Nite is every Thursday beginning at 4 pm
and lasting until at least 9 pm. All painters pay
only a $6 studio fee which includes the painting
and firing of up to 2 items. (Kids and men are welcome
too!) Wine and snacks are permitted and reservations
are suggested.
Creative Sparks
also offers mosaics! We have forms for plaques, frames,
mirrors and more. We have lots of mosaic glass and tiles so
you can create your own masterpiece using the age old art of
mosaic design. Grouting your finished piece is done at home
the next day with our grout kits. It's easy and beautiful.
You can also purchase mosaic glass by the pound to cover
projects at home. Don't throw out that old chair or table...
Mosaic it! |
