Why Is Everyone Talking About Paint and Sip Classes

Why Is Everyone Talking About Paint and Sip Classes


By Jana Lepojevic

Paint and sip classes in Sydney have stormed onto the social scene and this creative combination is here to stay. Despite being popular for a few years now, the sip and paint phenomenon hasn't died down. Wondering why? Well, brush and sip classes offer a casual and relaxed atmosphere, where you can learn something new, socialise with friends, groove out to tunes and refresh your mind. Add in a little bit of liquid courage in the form of wine, beer or cocktails, and you've got one of the best things to do in Sydney! With some extra encouragement from your best pals and an experienced art instructor, everyone will end up with not only some fun memories but a stellar masterpiece too. They're simply perfect for every special occasion! So the next time you're looking for fun Sydney activities, birthday party ideas or need to celebrate a special occasion, don't sleep on a painting party in 2025! With brush in one hand, drink in the other, get some art and wine in you.

The best thing about wine and paint classes in Sydney is that they teach you to believe in yourself, relax and let go of your painting inhibitions. So let's dive into where this all started and why these unique and fun things to do in Sydney have become so beloved by all.

What is paint and sip?

Paint and sip is as simple as it sounds: a class that involved painting an artwork while enjoying a few of your beverages as you work. Many businesses have taken their own spin on the paint and sip concept over the years. It's known by many different names including everything from wine and paint to drunk painting, brush and sip or just wine painting. No matter the name, the idea remains the same. You rock up to one of the many paint and sip studios in Sydney with a bottle of wine in hand (or whatever your favourite beverage is) and the room will be set up with easels, canvases and all the painting materials you will need! Then all you need to do is pour yourself a glass and follow the step-by-step instructions to create your masterpiece. The hardest part will be remembering not to dip your paintbrush into your wine glass but the water jar instead!

Two women clink glasses at a paint and sip class in Sydney

When did paint and sip start?

From what we can gather, organised paint parties really started to take off in America in 2007. One of the first business ventures was the New Orleans based Corks N Canvas (now Painting With a Twist) founded by Cathy Deano and Renee Maloney, which went on to become one of the biggest wine and paint franchises in America. The idea was simple: open a studio where like-minded people, groups of friends and even work colleagues could come to spend a fun night painting and drinking. Since then, countless variations have sprung up in cities all over the world and paint and sip is used as a fun way to activate bars and community spaces. This idea became so worldwide because it's the perfect activity if you're searching for hens party ideas, unique birthday gift experiences or team building activities in Sydney.

Man and art teacher laughing at brush and drink class in Sydney

Why do people love it so much?

What's not to love about art and wine? It doesn’t matter what kind of party you’re throwing, paint and sip is a proven hit with people all over the world mainly because you don’t need any experience to do it. No one cares if you've never been to a painting class before or you haven't picked up a paintbrush since primary school, because it's all about letting loose and having the courage to give it a go. Creative classes like paint and sip classes in Sydney offer anyone the chance to get out of the house, be surrounded by friendly people and try something they haven't done before. And the fact that you get to have a glass of wine while you're doing it makes it even more enjoyable!

Two women laughing at a paint and sip class in Sydney

What do you paint?

The best part about paint and sip classes in Sydney is that there is a whole world of artworks to choose from. Whether you want to create Van Gogh's classic Starry Night artwork or experiment with paint style with a textured paint and sip class, there really is something for everyone. From outdoor paint and sip classes with a boho picnic set up to neon paint parties in spaces that look more like night clubs than art studios, the world of paint and sip classes has expanded far beyond the traditional model. The best part? Most paint and sip studios will rotate their huge bank of artworks to cater for all types of artists. No matter how difficult the artwork might look, every class is open for beginners as your expert artist will break it down into super-simple steps over just a few hours. Plus if you love wine and paint classes in Sydney you can just keep going back! Since you can select which artwork you want to paint, you'll never have the same experience or get the same result from different paint and sip classes. You can choose to keep whatever you paint and decorate your home with handmade art or gift it to others. A personal painting is a great gift idea for a loved one.

Art teacher working on painting

Four tips for getting the most out of your first paint and sip class:

1. Don’t be afraid to ask for help: The teacher isn’t there to judge your painting ability. If you're having trouble getting started or following the instructions the teacher will be more than happy to help you out!

2. Don’t judge yourself: It’s easy to say your painting looks terrible but just remember, everyone's painting style is unique and there's no right way to paint! Plus, it's pretty incredible to witness everyone in the class create their own fantastic renditions from the same example artwork.

3. Be adventurous: It wouldn’t be art without a little risk. When you’re going through the painting process, don’t be afraid to change things up a little and put your personality into your art! Thankfully, a bit of liquid courage often helps with that.

4. Have fun: Paint and sip classes in Sydney are designed to be fun. Leave whatever baggage you have at the class door and get ready to let your emotions flow straight onto the canvas.

Two friends at an art class in Sydney with paint and cocktail jug

So, what next?

Ready to jump on the wine and paint bandwagon? Browse our numerous paint and sip classes in Sydney, find a date suitable for you, pick a paint and sip studio, select your favourite artwork, invite some friends and stock up on the drinks and nibbles! Be warned that it might just become one of your favourite Sydney activities and you'll soon be wanting to go back for more!





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