BYOB art classes near Philly
Maybe your inner artist is a little shy, which is why these classes are perfect — you can build your confidence with a little liquid courage. Grab a bottle and some pals and find your Picasso.
Maybe your inner artist is a little shy, which is why these classes are perfect — you can build your confidence with a little liquid courage. Grab a bottle and some pals and find your Picasso.
Walk away with a completed 16x20 canvas. All materials are provided including non-alcoholic beverages for non-drinkers and those under 21. BYOB classes are open to painters 12 and up with an adult and 18 and up without. Classes will see the entire group creating works inspired by famous artists.
216 Bustleton Pike, Churchville, artinthepod.com
On Fridays, the studio throws “Date Nights,” though, the projects — based in clay, naturally — are open to singles and groups alike. Everything — beer and food, too — is included. These sell out quickly, so sign up way ahead of time.
137-139 N. 2nd St., theclaystudio.org
Bring your gals, bridal party or buds for private parties or hop in an adults-only class, typically held on Fridays and Saturdays.
910 Haddonfield-Berlin Rd., Voorhees, voorhees.colormemine.com
The third Thursday of the month is reserved for BYOB ceramic painting with 15 percent off if you beautify a cup, mug or other beverage-related item. Free snacks, too.
622 S. 9th St., expressivehand.com
Open late Friday and Saturday nights for BYOB painting. Additionally, frequent “Canvas and Cocktails” nights are held either in-house or at local restaurants and feature dinner along with your painting.
614 Station Ave., Haddon Heights, paintatreasure.com
Held at different local bars almost every night of the week, various artists host these two-hour parties. All materials are provided, including the booze (since you’re at a bar and all…).
Various locations, paintnite.com
Classes are offered in either two- or three-hour paintings, so pack your beverages and snacks accordingly. Instructors will lead you in re-creating a sunset by van Gogh or your own rendition of the Ben Franklin Bridge, among many others. Available to book for private parties. Cups are provided. Must be 18 to paint, 21 to drink.
Various locations including 611 South St.; 8500 Henry Ave.; 9475 Roosevelt Blvd.; 209 Leedom St, Jenkintown; 300 W State St., Media; 111 NJ 73 South, Marlton; 127 Ark Rd. Mt. Laurel ; 2337 Street Rd., Bensalem; 1502 West Chester Pike, West Chester; paintingwithatwist.com
Every second Thursday, put pen to paper for figure drawing during a three-hour BYOB class.
514 Bainbridge St., phillyartcenter.com
(100 Ridge Rd., Chadds Ford): Bring your bottle, they'll supply the glasses, ice and art supplies. Book a party or hop into one of the two-hour open classes, open to 18-and-older painters (or ages 13-17 with an adult).
284 Main St., Exton; 121 Market St., Collegeville; 921 Haddonfield Rd., Cherry Hill; pinotspalette.com
This spot holds daily and all-ages classes, as well as private parties.
319 W. County Line Rd., Hatboro, theuncorkedartist.com
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