Top Paint And Sip In Denver

If you and your friends are looking for a break from the bar scene, try out a paint and sip class. These classes give you and your buds a chance to bond while sipping cocktails and creating a beautiful work of art. You don't need a degree in art to make this activity fun. Most classes feature instructors that will guide you through each step in the creation of a painting. Everyone can choose to paint what they are comfortable with and register for the appropriate session. It's always relaxed and offers a fun way to make memories with your favorite people.

Whimsy Paint & Sip 
14676 Delaware St. #200
Westminster, CO 80023
(303) 665-7026
www.whimsypaintandsip.com

Located in the Orchard Town Center on 144th and Huron, Whimsy Paint & Sip is the perfect place to spend time after dinner in the north metro area. Guests are able to learn different painting techniques from professional artists while trying wine and cocktails. When registering, simply choose a painting that you'd like to recreate and book the class. This classroom-style studio is fun for anyone who wants to pick up some new skills or simply remember skills that they no longer use. The laid-back atmosphere removes the pressure to make an exact replica of the painting, but guided instruction ensures that you'll end up with something you like.

Canvas & Cocktails
249 Clayton St.
Denver, CO 80206
(303) 333-3288
www.canvasandcocktails.com

Canvas and Cocktails has a variety of painting classes for people with different tastes in art. Whether you gravitate toward landscapes or prefer more expressionistic styles, there is a session for all. Experienced artists can take advantage of open painting times in which they are free to create whatever they want. For those who are looking to change it up, Canvas and Cocktails offers a class in which you can paint your own wine bottle, which is perfect for those who like personal kitchen decor.

Sipping N Painting Hampden
6300 E. Hampden Ave.
Denver, CO 80222
(720) 449-1067
www.sippingnpaintinghampden.com

For those on the south side of the metro area, this studio has plenty of classes with colorful and vibrant paintings in many different styles. Its evening hours make it great for a night out and the wine selection makes it fun. Its instructors have an excellent rapport with customers making people of all skill levels feel comfortable with the classes. While Sipping N Painting Hampden does accept walk-ins, if you want to guarantee your spot, make a reservation before you go.

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Pinot's Palette
3420 W. 32nd Ave.
Denver, CO 80211
(720) 663-1278
www.pinotspalette.com

Pinot's Palette offers a wide variety of classes in which you can create masterpieces from beautiful outdoors scenes to whimsical art. This studio also has specials and contests during most classes, so you have the opportunity to win fun prizes in addition to the painting with which you'll leave once the class is over. With two classes per day, you can usually find one with a painting that suits your style and your schedule. However, this studio also encourages people to paint what they want if the particular class doesn't appeal to them but they still want to participate.

PoshSplat
1468 Pearl St. #120
Boulder, CO 80302
(303) 442-7674
www.poshsplat.com

Located on the Pearl Street Mall, PoshSplat has offered the paint and sip experience to customers since 2011. Its location in the heart of Boulder's arts scene makes artists of all skill sets feel at home. This studio has many painting options that are great for painters at any side of the scale, and many of its classes are inspired by nature. There is even a class in which students can paint the iconic rocks at Red Rocks Amphitheater. While painting and mingling, guests can also listen to music and take advantage of specials on beer and wine.

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Alaina Brandenburger is a freelance writer living in Denver. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.