One of the best paint classes I have ever been to! Paint Monkey is different than other classes…read more There is no instructor to follow along; instead, you get a painting with an outline and go at your own pace. The teachers get you started, go over some technique, then check on you and help as needed. The owners are really kind and want to get to know their customers. Such a great date night, family activity, or girls night. Paint Monkey was a staple for my boyfriend and I when we lived in Pittsburgh! Will definitely be reserving a class next time I'm in town!

Spent Valentine's Day doing the Paint Your Mate! We had the best time! 1000/10 recommend!read more

I've been to lots of Sip & paints all over, and while visiting friends on a trip from Texas came…read morehere. MY LUCKIEST DAY EVER! Chari is just a delight! She's so easy going, friendly, and open to ideas. She'll help you as much or as little as you want. I can't wait to come back!!

Had such a good time here! Such a fun and unique way to spend time with friends. I will…read moredefinitely be back for more!

My girlfriend has attended 3 different painting classes here and has had a blast each time. She…read moreenjoys the painting portion of it but you don't have to be artistic to go. There is a BYOB option and if you plan to drink you are required to sign a form that says they didn't give you the alcohol. Most people bring wine, however you can bring beer, mixed drinks, or non-alcoholic beverages. They provide cork screws and plastic cups in addition to everything that you need to paint. Food is also allowed, however space is limited and there is not a lot of table space after canvases, paint brushes, and paint are all laid out. The reason that they received a 4 out of 5 rather than a 5 is because the instructors are really a hit or miss. While all of them do display artistic abilities, some are just better teachers than others are. If you find an instructor that you like, try to stick with them when you sign up for classes online.

I want to first note that Corks and Canvases has two locations, one in Murrysville and one on Main…read moreStreet in Irwin. This review is of the Irwin location....and is long past due! My sister-in-law has been wanting to try one of these painting classes and I saw that they had just opened a new place in Irwin. So, we decided to check it out. The class was on a Friday night in June and was supposed to be from 7-9pm. The class was nearly full....since there were several small groups of ladies, as well as a bridal party of about 10. Luckily, we got there before most people and were able to get seats up front. This is a BYOB event, and it appeared mostly everyone (including us) brought a bottle of wine (or several) and snacks. The instructor was very nice. At the beginning, she gave us her credentials so we knew she was an actual painter with experience and not just someone they pulled off the street. She reviewed what we were going to paint and went at a nice pace. Actually, probably a little slow for me but it's better than her rushing through. She also gave us free reign and "artistic liberties", so the paintings didn't all have to look exactly alike. It was a fun event and I would love to go again. Biggest pro...the class was only $20! And I've seen other places as high as $35 or $40. The only reason I didn't give this event 5 stars is the following: It was waaayyy too long. Supposed to be over at 9pm; we didn't leave until well after 10:30. The biggest cause for this was when we got there at around ten minutes til seven, the instructor was just starting to set up. She did state that she had everything set up, but then a last-minute birthday party booked, so they had torn all of her things down, and she had to get them all back out. Not very professional of the company. We didn't really get started until about 7:35-ish. Plus, with a big class and people asking her questions, I think it just took longer than anticipated. Also, it was a bit unorganized, which I do give leniency to since it's a new gig. I signed the two of us up online and also paid online. But, really, how was the instructor to know? We could have just strolled in from the street and said we paid. The site offered no receipt or confirmation number to take with you to the event. I asked the instructor if she received our payment, and she stated that she gets paid from the company, and frankly has no idea who paid and who didn't. Overall, a fun night out. Would go again!

I loved this place! Our instructor Carol was great! She was patient with us choosing our projects…read moreand was very encouraging for us to get creative with our pieces. It was the first time most of us had done a pottery class so we had zero knowledge, but Carol helps you every step of the way! You don't have to know what you're doing to make a really cool piece of pottery, just have fun!! Beyond excited to get our pieces back!

This place is great! Worth getting off the highway, and if you live In Town you should not be going…read moreto Morgantown to get good coffee. It is little rally a hole in the wall, the entrance is between a restaurant and a boarded up building, you'd have no idea the amazing place inside. It has a bunch of table, plus some couches and larger chairs, books to read, cheese boards, and a couple of high top tables. We stopped in on a Saturday morning, and got some tea, cold brew coffee, and latte, plus a huge cinnamon bun and French toast muffin. Looking at the lunch menu we are going to come back to try lunch, because last weeks list looked amazing. Because we hit it in the morning I'll have to check in again about the beer and pottery aspect. This is the type of place I really would love to see succeed in Fairmont, they are doing a great job!

Such a fantastic way to spend a Friday night! My husband and I had a date night here at one of the…read moreclasses and we had the best time! Our instructor was interactive and engaging. The mini games made the evening all the more memorable! I'll absolutely be coming back!!!

I had never done this type of thing before, but had the opportunity yesterday and it was great…read more It's a venue where you can learn to paint while enjoying food and drinks and celebrating. We were having a surprise 60th birthday party for our friend and we're able to bring in catered food and our own alcoholic beverages. They were very accommodating to us, allowing us to set up a little early and then allowed us an extra hour (which we paid for) after the 2 hour painting session. The instructor was very nice and guided us through the painting process step by step. She had an assistant who made sure we were well stocked with paper towels and paints. In the end everyone had a respectable painting to take home. Some of us are more talented than others, but it was fun nonetheless! If you're looking for something different to do to celebrate a birthday, this is a great option. They also off a full calendar of events you can attend solo or with just a friend or two. They have many different classes to choose from. And of course they have holiday themed ones as well.

Attend a party, event or paint therapy class and go home with artwork that you create yourself…read more Not the artistic type? No problem. They walk you through, step by step. It is a really fun experience. I've painted 11 pictures, a slate, and some slate ornaments. $30 includes the class and all supplies. If you host a party, you can bring your own food and drinks. Check out their website for all the classes they offer. They even have kids classes and summer day camp for kids.

From the owner: Art classes, Acrylic "paint and sip" classes, Kids Summer Art Campsread more

There is nothing good I can say about this location. We booked an event months before hand & even…read moreconfirmed the day before the event. When we showed up at the Paint & Sip (Penn Hills specifically) the doors were locked, lights were off and no one was there to let us in or greet us. We called, messaged, and even emailed but got no response or answer as to why no one was there for our confirmed(!!) reservation. I would never recommend this place to someone trying to book for a party or special event. If it wasn't for Paint Monkey (beautiful interior and half the price of Paint & Sip by the way) we wouldn't have done anything that afternoon. We have yet to here back from someone in regards to the matter. The whole situation on top of the terrible customer service, do yourself a favor and book elsewhere.

I left my jacket at this location. I called the same day and…read morewas told that someone would meet me the next day so I could retrieve my jacket. When someone finally responded I was on my way back to Indiana. I let them know that I would be back in two weeks and which day and time could I come to pick up my jacket I was told On Sunday at 6:30pm. I arrive at the location and no one was there. I sat there for over a hour and no one showed. This location only communicates by email. I sent another email asking if someone was coming so I could retrieve my jacket no response. When someone finally responded I was on my way back home. I asked if my jacket could be mailed and I was told that I would have to pay for my jacket to be shipped. I felt like I shouldn't have to pay for shipping because I went to the establishment twice and no one was there. I asked again if my jacket could be mailed and was told that they would send me $20 for my jacket. I said no, my jacket cost more then $20. The owner told me that my jacket was not there anymore that someone took it. I called the establishment and the owner answered. I tried to explain how I felt and that I tried twice to come get my jacket and she told me that she didn't care about how I felt or my situation. She was very rude and disrespectful. I will never patronize this location ever again.

I love this place. A group of us went for a girls day and had a blast and I enjoyed it so much I…read morewent back a couple weeks later. The staff is so nice and welcoming. Prices are reasonable too. Honestly it's a very relaxing experience!!!!

We had such a wonderful time here. My mom and I wanted some girl time together and I've heard all…read moresorts of great things about this place. I've been wanting to get into pottery for a while and I jumped on the opportunity. We took a private lesson where it was my mom and I and the instructor. They have a room towards the back with some pottery wheels where we sat and got started. It's a very messy process! But we worked our clay until we got something half decent looking. They baked it and we came back to paint our creations once they ready. This was a really worthwhile way to spend an afternoon, and a really accessible wat to dip my toes into the pottery space. I wish I still lived in Pittsburgh in the South Hills, I would definitely be a regular at this place. Highly recommend!