I personally love wine and paint sessions so I was looking forward to this one with family. We started 15 mins late and got done 15 mins before time so technically we booked a 2-5pm slot and were done in 2.5 hours. The instructor was good but fast so it was hard to follow every step since she would race through her instructions. This mainly could also be due to the nature of painting we selected since it had alot of measurements and customized colors. But still, someone from the crowd literally asked the instructor to slow down so we could all catch up. It is great for folks who sit up front and do not look at the tv monitor like the back seaters have to use. The color in the tv monitor is way off (beauty of colors and not a technical issue) which can result in a disastrous painting (like my dad's). All in all we had a good time making fun of each other, drinking some wine and trying to follow our instructor as much as we could to get our canvas painted. Satisfied with the experience but the instructors could use some feedback to help everyone paint frame worthy paintings read more

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Date night, ladies night, unique gift idea...this place is ideal for all of those! All the fun of art class with no cleanup ....plus there's adult beverages! Class schedules are posted online so you can reserve and pay for which painting you want to do. They provide all the material & instruction so you're free to learn, create & laugh with your friends for only $35...and you get to take home your masterpiece to display at home or give as a gift! read more

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There comes a time in every woman's life when she attends a wine and canvas class. Throughout the years, she's scrolled through Facebook photos of her accomplished friends proudly posing with their completed paintings, usually of three purple flowers or a tree with a bird sitting on it. She's questioned whether she's ready to take the step of inviting one of her girlfriends to pick up a paint brush and attempt such artistry, mainly because she can't draw a straight line, let alone an entire landscape...but then she remembers that liquid courage will be served by the glass, so maybe it won't be so bad. *** I promise you, it's not. The "classroom" can have around 90 painters at a time, but there are TV monitors on the wall so you can see the mic-ed instructor lead up close. The instructor does a nice job guiding the "students" step-by-step and walks around for one-on-one instruction for those who shout "SOS". With a lot of paint and a little bit of patience, you'll have something "wall-worthy" within three hours. It's also pretty neat to see others' interpretations of the paintings. Funny how we're all doing the same thing, yet everyone has his/her own variation. As for the "liquid courage", there are lots of options for boozing, including Sun King beer, sangria, margaritas, wine, and peach bellinis. Food can also be purchased, such as meat/cheese plates, potato chips from Broad Ripple Chip, and candy from Abbott's. I'm a big, big fan of how Wine & Canvas has included some local options on their menu! Please be brave, Artistically-Challenged Yelper, and give Wine & Canvas a shot. Who knows: maybe your inner Picasso just needs to be inspired with a little bit of booze. read more

Wine and Canvas - Paint & Sip Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I went here with a friend and we has a great time! They provide the canvas, paint, brushes, aprons, and, of course, the instructor who walks the group through everything! Neither of us are artists, so we weren't sure how our pictures would turn out. We did select a night that featured a nature picture since we figured that would be more forgiving than something that had a definite "reality" like the one of the Indianapolis skyline...my trees are my trees, but the buildings downtown aren't exactly open to much interpretation! Believe it or not, our pictures came out sort of looking like the sample! We're not exactly ready to quit our day jobs, but we are planning to hang them somewhere in our homes. The instructor was great, but did speed up a lot at the end because we were running short on time, so we all got a little lost at the very end. The paints are acrylic, so they wash out of clothing and off hands easily (yes, I tested this theory and it is true!). The paint also dries fast so you don't head home with a wet canvas. The food options were good; I had a cheese, salami, grapes and crackers plate and my friend opted for chips and salsa. The portions are huge and so definitely shareable! They had some packaged chocolate items that looked pretty tasty too. The wines are good and fairly priced at $4 for house and $6 for specialty. They also have beer, cocktails, coffee and soft drinks. The one downside is that there is nowhere to put your food and wine without invading the space of others since they do pack people in pretty tightly. This is a great spot for a girls night out! We'll likely be back and will bring along some of the rest of the crew! read more

Wine and Canvas - Finished product! - Paint & Sip Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Super fun! A fun day to spend some times with friends and pretend you're amazing artist ha. I did the unlimited mimosas for $10, which was a great deal and enjoyed our paint class. The teacher was a bit fast but still very fun! I also noticed they were hosting a party in a back room for a little kids party. If I had a 10 year old this would be an awesome birthday party idea! Definitely a place to check out for a new fun activity. Just heads up the drinks can be pricey when you're already paying for the class. read more

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My boyfriend took me out here as one of my birthday surprises. I had no idea what I am getting into, where we are going and what to expect. I am so glad he picked this place for an amazing date night/birthday celebration. He had the reservation done online and when we went in, we just checked-in, got our canvas and aprons and were asked to sit anywhere we like. It was a full-house that day. After placing our canvas, we went to the bar area to get some wine (:P Hence, called "wine and canvas"). After getting back to our seats, we were then informed about the whole process and brushes and colors we will be using. Everything was provided expect the drinks. You have to pay additionally for the drinks. There was an instructor/artist, who taught every stroke and the whole process of canvas painting. It took us 3 hours to complete the painting of the day. There was also a 15 minute break at half-time for stretching your neck and fixing your painting (if you are lacking behind or just want to brush up). We decided to get more wine during that time. The background music was fun and the whole night was pretty amazing. If you haven't tried this before, then you must do it soon! If you enjoy painting and drinking, this is the place for you. And also, you don't need to know painting to paint here. The instructor is pretty awesome and walks you through every step. So its okay, if you are horrible at painting. You would still have the best of the time. read more

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I took my two young sons here this morning for their "Cookies & Canvas" and they both had a great time and are eager to come back and paint again! I get emphasize how awesome this place is! It is a super "date night" as well as a great saturday mooring place to take the kids! The prices are very reasonable and they tale care of all set up and clean up! The staff is awesome and this is a memorable experience for singles or couple or entire families! read more

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I have gone to Wine and Canvas no less than a dozen times over the past several years. I have always enjoyed the classes and came out of there with something worthy of hanging on the wall almost every time. I learn a lot of techniques and the social aspect of it is very nice. However, there are a couple of things which I feel make this a less than optimal bargain. One of these makes me so upset that I do not want to go there ever again. The good experiences of the past earn these guys a nice 1 star. -4 stars for this policy. Like I said I have gone several times and never had any issues. However there was an evening recently where I felt ill and just couldn't make it. They have a 48 hour cancellation policy which to me is insane and completely unfair. But if you want to partake in their classes then you have to accept this cancellation policy as you buy your tickets ahead of time. I would say...... buy them at the door going forward. NEVER agree to their ridiculous policy when you buy online. I understand that they make their money off of selling seats. I get it. But when you are unable to go because you don't feel well.... 48 hours prior to the class I felt super. The thing hit me mid-day on the day of the class. However, it was after the cancellation deadline. I could not reschedule for a different class and I was not eligible for a refund. In other words.. they just kept my $35. This makes me sick. It is just dumb to rob people like that. Yes fine they will give you the canvas and the paint if you go get it. But the instruction and the social aspect is what most people go for. It isn't worth my time to go driving all the way there for a $2 stretched canvas and some dabs of paint. I don't know if you guys have $35 bucks just laying around the house but I do not. And my budget allows me to take one of these classes once a month. More than that and I cannot do it. So for the last class it costs me that months class-budget and I got nothing for it. I have enjoyed my time there but, unfortunately, I will no longer be giving business to Wine and Canvas until they get rid of this asinine 48 hour policy. I will also not be recommending this company nor holding any more group/friend get-togethers through them. So in essence they lost a lot more than just MY business. Hundreds of lost dollars to them because they wanted to steal my $35. So the summary would be... Go to a company that has a cancellation/reschedule policy in place that doesn't steal from you in case you can not make it. This isn't good customer service no matter their reasoning. Don't screw your customers over for stuff they can not help. Best wishes. read more

Such a great date night, something new night, or adventure time activity! Here's how it works: Check online for either the picture you would like to paint or the date that works for your friends and sign up! Space is kind of limited but if it's a week night you are probably OK. Once you're signed up you just show up and they take everything from there! You open the door and are greeted with a friendly face asking for your name to check in. If you have a group, you can check everyone in and grab their canvases. Then you pick your seat by placing the canvas on an open easel, grab a smock, and head to the bar! The room is very open with about 5-6 long tables full of easels and chairs and a little snack/bar in the corner. Wine and bottled beer alike, as well as a couple of cocktails, cheese and cracker plates, and even some sweets. Now begins the painting! All the paint colors are already at your station with 4 different brushes and a cup of water. You look at the painting and think "How the hell do I even begin this?" and then your beautiful artist breaks it down in the most simple way possible. But buckle up, because this is a three hour process and you need to follow along intently to end up with a similar finished product that the rest of your peers! The bartender walks around refilling drinks and replenishing your paper towels for brush dabbing. There is one intermission to crack your neck and down your wine but be careful, it's easy to get cocky in the second half and you don't want to go rogue... like I did :) Enjoy! read more

If you haven't tried it yet, it's time. You don't have to possess artistic talent -- just a willingness to try and the ability to follow the step-by-step directions of the featured artist. And, the less "perfection you demand of yourself, the more fun you'll have." Remember... it's art. Anything goes! In four visits over three years, we've had four great evenings with friends and family. The atmosphere is joyful and the music is peppy. (Sometimes people even sing along!) All of your art materials are included in the entrance fee but be prepared to spend extra for the wine (or any beverages) and snacks. When we took my mom for her 77th birthday, we brought in cupcakes and everyone sang to her. If you're planning to amass a large group, send someone about a half hour ahead of start time to secure your seats together. Otherwise, you might all end up sitting separately in a large room that's set up "cafeteria style." Definitely show up on time. They start the class promptly and you don't want to get steps behind. If you join their newsletter, around the holidays you'll get an offer for future classes at a reduced price. Stock up! As you peruse their calendar of future classes, if you find an evening when they're doing a painting you like, book quickly. They do sell out. I prefer the classes at the W&C home location rather than the ones at restaurants. If the restaurant's staff isn't attentive and quick, you can end up getting your food in the middle of the class which makes it difficult to keep up. Go express yourself! read more

I did a cookies and canvas withy niece, sister-in-law and mother-in-law. I really enjoyed the ambiance and super friendly staff. Overall, enjoyed the teacher and support staff (although she went a little quick at the end). Did not feel rushed out but the last instructions were a little quick for novices. The canvas outcomes were fun and the process was great. Was a little bummed that the cookies were store bought and nothing special and nothing complimentary to drink . Also, while there were two TV/videos of the activities, the quality wasn't great and it would have been easier to follow if more TV/video options. Overall, a lovely way to spend the morning with fun and great discussions about "personal artistic style"... Just a bit underwhelmed on the "cookie" aspect and some viewing considerations. read more

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This is such a fun way to feel like an artist even if you're not! I am not the creative type at all, but the instruction you're given makes painting feel easy! Wine & Canvas holds events at restaurants around town, but most often you can take a class at their studio on E. 82nd St. You can sign up online and get a preview of the painting they will be doing that night which I love! I took my sister here over the summer, and we had a fun time painting while enjoying snacks and drinks! You have to go up to their bar to order drinks, but there are a few breaks during the session so you have time to do that. My sister is the meticulous sort so she was still painting after everyone was done. Most of the paintings they do are somewhat on the abstract side so they don't have to be done perfectly to turn out great! Occasionally, they have "date nights" where a couple can come in and paint two sides of a masterpiece together! Just show up with yourself, and they provide the supplies! read more

Prepare to be amazed. I was. I never thought I would paint something remotely similar to what the subject was. They do a great job of providing step by step instructions but also slowing you to change it up if you wish. Great service by the bartender as well! read more

Wine and Canvas - In the process of creating a masterpiece. Fun girls night activity! - Paint & Sip Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Recently visited for a friend's surprise birthday party and had such a great time! Painting: Paint, brushes, and the canvas are provided. If you need more paint or a different brush, just ask. Someone is always walking around, ready to help. I had to request a second brush because one of mine was frayed. It was no problem. They also provide rinse water and paper towels for blotting, as well as the easel and an apron. Location: Great! Facility was large and clean (except for the paint everywhere!) and bright. Plenty of room for a large crowd! Food: I wasn't sure if they offered food, but was really glad to see that they did. We ordered a cheese plate with crackers, grapes, and salami for $8 and there was PLENTY to share. They also offered chips and salsa, chocolates, potato chips, muffins, and candy bars. Just nibblers, but that was fine. Drink: Their wine selection was limited, but they were really accomodating. I ended up ordering an Irish coffee and asked for some ice to make it an iced coffee and they were super cool about it. The bartender was helpful and had a nice sense of humor. They also had tap water and a variety of other drinks like coffee and wine coolers. It was a little pricey, but it was super fun, so I'll go back! read more

I am not a painter. I am terrible at all types of art and my hands are never steady. I created two paintings at wine and canvas that I love! The first time i was there, the instructor was really patient and took lots of time explaining the positioning of stuff and giving us time to mix up colors. The second time i was there, it was a little more fast-paced, but the instructor was more helpful about painting techniques, such as how to make a skinny line (which i happen to be terrible at), and how to undo mistakes (which i made plenty of). I am never going to go out and buy art again. For $35 dollars a session, I will just keep attending wine and canvas nights. read more

Signed up for the Wine and Canvas when I was visiting a friend in Indianapolis. We were not greeted at the door, when I did find the worker checking people in, said the seats we took were reserved, and then tried to separate my friend and I. I later wrote an e-mail, where the response was thanks for the $70 but we cannot do anything about your situation. They offered me to come and pick up two blank canvasses since I did buy them, and then tried to ameliorate the situation with a discount for the next time we wanted to participate. I later that night received the same discount for attending the Wine and Canvas, so there was no attempt whatsoever to address the situation. I would encourage others to find alternative places. read more

One of my guest paid and registered on the wrong party. When I called, I spoke to the manager about having a refund and private party of my own. I didn't know the process so I was hoping I could get some info and possibly schedule my party. She cut our conversation short by not allowing me to finish my sentence and asking me if I had the deposit money to be put down today. This made me feel as though she didn't believe I could afford to visit her studio. When I explained to her that I felt as though I was bothering her by asking questions and that I felt she had a snooty demeanor towards me on the phone. She never apologized, or changed her tone with me. I finally advised her I no longer wanted to have my party there and she quickly said that's fine and hung up. This was the worst service I have ever encountered and will never recommend this place. I then called another painting studio and paid my deposit for them. read more

Cookies and Canvas is one of our favorite new Saturday morning activities. My daughter has actually started a wall of paintings in our craft room. Totally recommend this for any crafty kid or adult out there. read more

We had our daughter's 16th birthday party here. She's an October baby so we asked for a spooky haunted house and we got a spooky haunted house! We had our party in the back room and we were able to decorate and bring our own snacks and cake. Our instructor was great and very patient with a gaggle of silly teenagers (in case you don't have teenagers, they draw dicks on everything - giving them paint was not my best decision.) Despite all the "artistic expression," I highly recommend this. They all had a blast and instead of leaving with a goody bag full of junk, they left with their very own painting. read more

Cookies and Canvas is a fun activity for kids; the artwork they create is fun and a nice keepsake. While one instructor is really good and paces herself to match the speed of the kids, the other, dark-haired instructor is not patient and seems to be in a rush to get the project done and get the kids out. Additionally, she is quite rude to the point of not being able to politely ask someone if they'd please sit down so others could see ("would you mind sitting down" is not an appropriate way to address a paying customer); nor being able to say excuse me to a child whose path she walked in. That individual makes what would be a 4-star review a 2-star review. read more

This place was so fun! The drinks were a good value, and the staff was really interactive, accessible, and fun! There was a great selection of cocktails and snacks. We had a party of six ladies. We all had a great time. The artist that was instructing us was hilarious! There were a few ladies that may have had a couple of glasses of wine too many, but the artist was super helpful answering all of their ridiculous questions. I'd go back again for sure. read more

We paid to have a home party (over $500) and the agreement was for 3 hours of instruction. The instructors seemed to be in a big hurry to get us through the class so they could leave. There wasn't much time for fun or chatting in-between instructions. They were cleaned up and out in a little over 2 hours. Not worth the price and would not do it again. read more

Great company! Had a medical emergency and they let met reschedule last minute. I love the paintings I've done. The artists are very good at teaching read more

This was a fun experience for myself and 2 friends who had never painted anything before. The artist and her instructions were easy to follow and she was able to give a full room the attention we needed individually. Will definitely go again! read more