The Boston Artistry Sneaker Bar™
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Before you book.

Ten quick answers, grouped the way people ask them. Every one is the studio's own rule, written the way we would say it on the phone.

Every class, party and drop-in is on the schedule, with the live calendar under the list

Good to know: all ages and skill levels, guided by professional artists and designers, Hingham, MA
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01General questions

What ages do you take?

Kids, teens, adults and mixed family groups. Individual formats have their own age guidance, and we will tell you honestly if a project is not right for a group.

Do we need any art experience?

No. Beginners are the norm. You get professional guidance and good materials, and the ideas stay yours.

When is the studio open?

Open by appointment, Wednesday to Sunday. Scheduled classes run Monday to Thursday. Booking ahead is the only way to guarantee a slot, because sessions are kept small.

Every class, drop-in and camp week, with days, times and prices →

02Parties

How many guests can come to a party?

Parties run from 8 to 18 guests. Some formats, including the custom sneaker experience, have a minimum of 6 so the group works properly.

Do we bring anything?

Only the cake and the people. Materials, aprons, guidance and cleanup are ours. For denim parties, bring the jacket or jeans you want painted. For a bring your own sneaker party, bring the pair and tell us the size when you book.

The six party formats, prices and the party questions →

03Booking, payment and cancellation

Do I need to book ahead?

Yes. Every class, workshop and camp is booked online in advance, and there are no walk-ins. Materials, staff and any pre-drawn pieces are prepared from the confirmed list.

What if we have to cancel?

Cancel at least 72 hours before the start and you get a studio credit toward a future eligible studio experience, subject to studio availability; the credit is nonrefundable. Inside 72 hours, or a missed session, there is no credit or refund.

How booking works on Sawyer, deposits and refunds →

04Your finished piece

Will the paint survive being worn?

Yes. Sneakers and wearables are finished with our Worry-Free Wear Paint Warranty, so what you make is meant to be used, not stored.

Can a finished piece be shipped?

Yes. If a piece stays for a professional touch-up, 6 to 10 days or more, we can ship it to you at cost, abroad too. Email nandita@thebostonartistry.com for a quote.

Custom sneakers: the Saturday sessions and the prep-done-for-you option →

05Off site and pop-ups

Can you come to us?

Yes. We run pop-ups and private events off site across the South Shore and greater Boston. Tell us the venue, the group size and the date.

Pop-ups for teams, troops, schools and private groups →

Still have a question?

Email the studio, or send the short form on the home page, and we come back within one working day. The chat button at the corner knows every answer on this site too.