I went last Friday and had the best time. The instructor was super helpful, and I was amazed at…read morehow my painting turned out. It was a fun place to meet friends and participate in paint therapy!

Initially, I was impressed with the design of the papers offered, which prompted me to enroll in…read morethe workshop. However, the experience proved to be challenging. I received a minimum of fifteen emails and spent approximately fifteen minutes on the phone troubleshooting an issue, during which I was asked to participate in a second call. The difficulty in being added to the class was due to a technical problem on the instructional side, not my own. I requested tracking information for the course materials, which were not provided; moreover, the materials arrived after the start date. The workshop did not occur on the scheduled weekend despite my leaving work early to participate. Despite having paid for the course, I encountered these issues, and similar content is available free of charge on YouTube.

Deborah has extensive knowledge of painting techniques and the products that she offers. She is…read moresuper helpful. She provides one on one guidance with each project to make it super easy and fun. The quality of the paints are great as well!

We did an online virtual painting class... Six palms. I have to say it was really fun to have…read moreeverybody here painting together, however, The online experience I feel could have been better. Maybe they are all like that, but it literally just looked like she turned on her video camera and painted it for the 1st time. She had such a small space and had the original painting right next to hers so it was even smaller space and was hard to follow. Her painting also didn't look like the actual picture. And many times throughout the painting, it was hard to tell what color she was using. I've only been to one paint and sip in person, but she told us which color to use each and every time. The instructor also has no Enthusiasm and Just seemed like she rolled out of bed and was bored the whole time. Sorry but I would try online again, but if this is what online is like, I will stick to youtube, which is free. ​

A great way to get out and try something new. Painting and Vino actually takes place at several…read morelocations around the valley, but combining a night of painting... or trying something easy and fun, while having some wine or other beverage and/or food seems like a great way to spend the evening to me. Erica, who teaches the class, is there to go step by step to give everyone in a small group a chance to create their own masterpiece, or just enjoy the company if others! She will answer questions, make suggestions to help fix your errors, or prevent you from making them. She is very encouraging, and not judgmental and doesn't mind if you change things up a little as I did, when I tried this a few weeks ago. You get to take your masterpiece home at the end of the class. If you like it, hang it up. If not, do what you want Me, I like to hang things up as a reminder that none of us are perfect and you should keep trying. Maybe you just meet a new friend, or learn about others. I will post a picture of my Arizona Sunset, not because it is great... it isn't--but that doesn't mean I don't like it ; and many were better than mine (I do much better with photography), but because it was fun and might give someone an idea that yes they can do this. It is a great idea for a date night (and she even tells you how to make it a "couples painting"). It would be great for friends or a special night, or just to go do something, even by yourself as I did. The price is reasonable, in fact, I saw virtually the same painting being done elsewhere for almost 3x's the cost. Who knows, maybe you will find a hidden talent... or just have some fun doing something different!

I attended the halloween paint and sip event at The Lola and it was so much fun, Julie keeps the…read moreevent going upbeat and goes around helping if need to be.No prior experience needed all you need to do is have fun and there is no wrong way since you get to put your own unique spin. Everything was included even an apron to not stain your clothes. Will definitely go to the next one.

Very fun time! Nice way to relax and get to know new people. Enjoyed some wine and snacks and being…read morecreative.

I attended a wine glass painting party last night at a friend's house and had such a great time…read more Alexandria made it easy and fun to create a unique wine glass with a holiday theme. This is the perfect activity to bring people together to celebrate the holidays, birthdays or any special event. Everything was set up before the guests arrived and she had a variety of themes to choose from, as well as, more examples online to recreate.

I ordered 3 kids painting kits for Easter a couple weeks ago and saved them until Sunday. The kids…read moreopened them up and the kits had clear and easy instructions. It includes the paint with brushes. I walked then through ages 3 & 5 and they had a really good time. We are looking forward to buying our next kits.

Update March 2026: Wonderful to see the type of the…read morecollaboration this organization fosters as they did by having an Ikebana Club (I.I. Sun Cities Chapter 167) decorate the grounds and hold workshops in conjunction with the America the Beautiful exhibit. *****

During Black History month, I'm filling my calendar with events and locales in the Phoenix…read moremetropolitan area where I can experience the handiworks of Black artists. I began my journey here. Located in the Surprise Civic Center complex, this gallery is featuring Black artistry from sculpture to quilting, photography to paintings and jewelry to ceramics. It was an impressive array. The gallery space can also be rented as an event space. The gardens outside are lovely with plants that shade in the beastly summer. Seating is plentiful under an arbor that covers an ample amount of space, perfect for meditation, conversation, or even a sack lunch. I'm looking forward to returning again as the exhibits rotate throughout the month to feature other Black artists handiwork.

My kids did these plays for years. It's kind of expensive but the productions are worth the money…read morein the end.

This is Aivia's second year with Stage Dreams Youth Theater! What an amazing experience each year…read morehas been! She enjoyed every minute of it and can't wait for next year!!

Diane's art is amazing and truly inspiring. I really wanted to have a paint and sip at my house and…read moreshe gladly accepted. I think I was her first mobile paint party! It was an incredible experience and it was a fun night with my girlfriends. Thanks to her, I felt confident to pick up a brush again and paint other projects. Through the years I have attended her events she has hosted and all of them have been so wonderful! One of the most caring and compassionate people you will ever meet. If you aren't sure, please try it out! Lovely, professional, and such fun memories! Please continue to do more!