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Next Step Studio & Gallery

3.6(42)· Google3.6 out of 5 from 42 reviews (Google rating)Art Gallery Southeast Ferndale

About Next Step Studio & Gallery

Next Step Studio & Gallery at 530 Hilton Road in Ferndale, MI, is owned and operated by ceramicist Kaiser Suidan. The business began as a ceramic studio in 2004, with the gallery opening in 2006. Its focus is on young and emerging artists whom Suidan believes deserve a wider audience. That mission connects the studio’s beginnings with the gallery’s continuing work to find and represent new talent.

Artists represented by the gallery participate in group exhibitions in its space and have opportunities to attend and show their work at national shows, including SOFA Chicago and NYC. The gallery also serves as an event space under the name Next Space Ferndale. For visitors, the listed accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, and restroom. A restroom is available, but there is no on-site restaurant.

Known for

  • Ceramic studio founded in 2004
  • Gallery focused on young and emerging artists
  • Group exhibitions and national show opportunities
  • Event space operating as Next Space Ferndale
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, and restroom

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “The worst experience I’ve ever had with any business or “artist”. I highly recommend steering clear of Kaiser at all costs. Horrible!”

    — Hazel R, April 12, 2026 · google

  • “Owner is rude to customers and rude to the general public while out and about. All around bad dude.”

    — Jeff Travis, March 3, 2026 · google

  • “When answering the phone state your business or establishment so we know we have the right number and maybe a “how are you”. Just a helpful tip when answering your customer calls.”

    — Brittany Smith, July 20, 2025 · google

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