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!

This company is a scam. I was invited to an event and the company didn't show up. They ghosted the…read morehost when she tried to contact them the day of the event. How disappointing it was to not only not to get to paint but the host of the event had to endure all that heartache and stress and possibly won't recover the money she paid this rip off company. They get zero stars from me.

From the owner: From large corporate retreats to casual social nights, we thrive in serving occasions and guests of…read moreall backgrounds. As the only truly full-service paint party company, we handle all the hard work for our clients - booking, scheduling, venues, instruction, supplies, support, and more. Our paint parties are perfect for any occasion. Gather your group in-person to paint and sip at home, at the office, or a venue of your choosing. All you need is the date for your event!

I took my niece to their Kid+Me Disney Princess Meet & Greet: Painting with Belle event. My niece…read moreloves princesses and this is one thing we do together so I loved having this experience with her. She got to color and paint the enchanted rose from beauty and the beast. There were also cookies and tea (apple juice) and then Belle arrived to read a story and we had a photo opportunity with her! If your little one loves art this is a must!

What a great art studio for the kids! We have been here several times for art themed birthdays with…read moreour kids, and decided to look into art classes for our budding Warhol. They offer several different classes throughout the year, so there's something for every age and every interest. Art supplies come with the tuition, and we have been very pleased with the courteous staff, knowledgeable teachers, and overall experience for our kids, who just love this place! It's great to see the kids learn new techniques as they attend the weekly after school sessions, and will most definitely continue having them enjoy this experience for years to come. Honestly, the only downside to this place is its popularity, which leads to occasional difficulties with leaving the parking lot, but it's a small price to pay for a very happy child who is encouraged to learn and create.

I went here a few months ago with my best friend for a paint and sip night, it was an open class…read morebut we were the only two that were there which was pretty surprising but we had an absolute BLAST! Our instructor was so helpful and patient with us. I'm not an artist by any means but they pre sketch your canvas and then walk you through the steps and I think our paintings turned out pretty awesome. I can't wait to go back and do a couples night with my husband!

A great time! I have been here several times including 2 private parties. The person who sets up…read morethe parties is very easy to work with and super helpful. You can choose your own painting for your group! Easy location In a shopping center with ample parking In a lot. BYOB and snacks. I have ZERO talent and have created some pieces I am really proud of! The instructors are funny and helpful. It's also a party atmosphere with fun music. The time flies by. Worth the price, especially since you get to keep your finished project! Tips- the have aprons but the paint does stain if on your clothes, so don't wear your favorite outfit. Make sure you are on time/ early to have time to get situated in a relaxed manor

This is a odd place to visit. It has an instructor that tells you to outline templates of faces,…read morepeople, pets, etc.......reptiles

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!

There's something freeing about going back to being a beginner again & getting messy!! I really…read moreenjoyed getting out of my comfort zone to try my hand at throwing pottery on the wheel. Our instructor was nice & balanced in her approach to teaching us. She only got hands on when we really needed to see how it was done and allowed us to figure things out with trial and error. I can't wait to see how my wobbly creations turned out!

Had a fun pottery date glazing, everyone was friendly, we had all our questions answered,…read more everything was clearly priced before you glaze which includes the firing, there are little snacks and drinks you can buy, so many pieces for all different skill types, and I also saw you can set up a class to make the pottery and also painting classes. We will definitely be back again!

Came here on Tuesday around 4pm, and it's wasn't busy at all. We did a walk in, and there was only…read moreone other party there. Unlike other painting places, this place has pre-sketched canvases that can guide you to paint a pretty picture. That is was stands out most to me, and what I love about this place. I believe they have classes as well, but you have to schedule an appointment for them. Many of their sketches vary from emojis, nature, characters like Harry Potter, unicorns, animals, all the great stuff! I believe the prices vary from $15-25, at least from what we painted. The workers there are very friendly and helpful! I'm not sure what the guy's name was, but he really helped turn my painting around! He taught me to play with the colors and adding contrast, and it really made a difference. Whenever you run out of paint, they are more than happy to get you more. They also give you another painting that you can try to replicate or add your own twist to it. They just started a stamp program, with every 4 purchases of a painting, you get the 5th one free! If you want to have a fun time for a cheap cost, come to paint monkey! I'll definitely be back and claim that free painting haha.

Due to the National Emergency we're all stuck at home and getting more bored by the day…read more Thankfully Paint Monkey was offering paint kits to go. We got the large ones for last weekend. Easy to order and extremely easy to pick up. Gave enough paints and brushes. Canvas had an outline on it already. Not much in the way of directions though. Mixing colors was a little challenging. All in all it was fun. This week we're doing smaller ones and requested something specific - this past weekend was a mystery. You could make requests which we did for two. Wish I had told them one was for a man. There really wasn't anything given to us that he really wanted. We had a Harry Potter theme, butterfly, toucan, cupcake, and shoe. The shoe really threw me off - like why would someone paint a shoe. Anyways it was still fun.

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!

Such an awesome gem in Lawrenceville! Perfect for kids, date nights (they are BYOB!), or roommate…read morebonding time which is why I went! There is so many pottery to choose from but I'd recommend having a rough idea of what you want to paint beforehand so you take less time selecting. I originally wanted to paint a matcha chawan bowl but they were sold out. I opted for a small bowl from the cheap pottery section (this is a section of slightly messed up pottery for a heavily discounted price). Prices in this section could range from $3-$20ish? Either way, it's on the low end and very affordable. You can choose 5 colors and you pay for the pottery piece you + the price of painting it (I believe we paid about $16-17 per person). So fun and we had a blast looking up painting inspiration from Pinterest and chatting while we finished our bowls! It takes about 2 weeks to get your item back so still waiting on mine but super excited to see how it came out!

I went here for a girls night and we loved it. We each painted something different and just shot…read morethe breeze and got artsy. They called us up when it was dry and couple of days later and now we have fun keepsakes.

I can't believe I hadn't been here in years. Totally taking for granted some of the amazing…read moregalleries we have in Pittsburgh. Attended a student art show last night with a friend who teaches a class at PCA. There were so fantastic pieces created by the adult students. In addition of course there were other exhibits that we were able to tour. When I was in art school this was a place we visited often. Time to get back in the swing of things. The gift shop is still fantastic and filled with lots of unique items.

Beautiful gardens and green house off of Mellon park. We stopped here on a sunny day to check out…read morethe printmaking facilities and buy some house plants. After brunch at Square cafe we needed to take a little walk and absorb some rays. It is a very serene setting and once they get the fountain running I may just come to sit and ponder. The building is so big and they offer many summer art classes so check out the website to see what they have. Events are held here all summer, mostly weddings. I went in to see the printmaking lab, I mostly do screenprinting but they don't have the light tables or screens here. The receptionist was so helpful and said that there would be printmaking classes over the summer and to call one of the directors to see what they might be able to do for me in regards to the type of medium I want to work with. If you need a place to do intaglio or relief printing they have a great space to print!