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Looking for a creative spark? Thanks to the advent of paint and sip classes, your masterpiece is only a glass of wine away. In Arizona, we've got many studios that provide a space to unwind through painting and a few glasses of wine. These are the top locations in Arizona for 2025 to paint and drink wine!
The Brush Bar, Scottsdale, AZ
Get your creative juices flowing at the Brush Bar. The Brush Bar is a Scottsdale company that offers instructional paint classes to go with their wine bar. You’ll be greeted with a canvas, brush, apron and free glass of wine upon entry. During a two plus hour course, you’ll sip wine and get step-by-step instructions by an artist on recreating iconic paintings. Armed with a relaxing vibe and helpful staff, the Brush Bar is the perfect spot for a creative night out. They even offer morning classes with mimosas for a morning spark.
The Painters Lounge, Phoenix, AZ
Downtown Phoenix’s arts district is located on Roosevelt Row. So it seems as natural a spot as any for The Painters Lounge. This paint-and-sip spot is located in a historical building in the middle of the arts district. At the Painters Lounge, you'll be guided through a painting session while sipping on your favorite beverage. They sell alcohol and nonalcoholic drinks on-site, so all you need to bring is yourself and a smile. The Painters Lounge also hosts special events throughout the year. You can paint your preference at their open sessions or follow along with their holiday themes during their Main Event sessions.
Painting with a Twist, Tempe, AZ
Painting with a Twist is a national paint and sip company with over 300 locations across the country. Locals can try their hand at painting at two or three hour classes in their Tempe location. The courses are designed for every skill level to participate. You’ll get all the painting supplies and artist instruction to create your own work of art. Painters are also encouraged to bring their own bottle of wine for a little liquid inspiration at this BYOB studio.
Creative Color Art Studios, Scottsdale, AZ
Van Gogh Vino, Paint your Pet, Mimosas & Monet. These are just a few art classes you’ll find at Creative Color Art Studios. A mother-daughter duo runs this art studio and focuses on instructional painting classes. You can bring food and drink while participating in their step-by-step painting courses. Carrie Curran offers fun painting classes for private events, girls’ night outs, and family art classes for a night out with the whole family.
Key Insights at a Glance
- The Brush Bar offers wine-inclusive painting classes in a laid-back setting. The courses include a canvas, supplies, and a complimentary glass of wine. Morning mimosa sessions are also available.
- The Painters Lounge: Located in the arts district on Roosevelt Row, this lounge offers themed and open paint sessions with drinks sold on-site and hosts seasonal and special events.
- Painting with a Twist: BYOB studio that provides all supplies and guidance for beginner-friendly painting sessions; part of a national chain with a local vibe.
- Creative Color Art Studios: This family-run studio offers fun-themed classes like "Paint Your Pet "and "Mimosas & Monet." It is BYOB and great for private events or group outings.
