10 Things To Do This May Bank Holiday

July 21, 2023June 30, 2023 by olivia

10 Things To Do This May Bank Holiday

While we love a Bank Holiday weekend, it can be stressful to figure out how to make the most of it. For those looking for things to do on May bank holiday, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you want to find something to do on a Saturday or find a fun activity to do on the Monday, here’s some brilliant ideas to get your long weekend plans into motion.

What is a Bank Holiday?

A bank holiday in the UK is similar to a public holiday where many workplaces shut up shop for the day to celebrate an occasion – can you guess which workplaces this may be? If you said banks, you are correct. As many businesses are unable to operate without the banks being open, they will close for the day too.

The UK has two May bank holidays including a spring bank holiday. These often take place on a Monday meaning a three day weekend. This is why many restaurants, pubs and bars will host bank holiday events.

When are the Bank Holidays 2023?

In 2023, May has three bank holiday days because of the King’s Coronation – thank you Charles! The bank holiday dates include:

May 1st: Early May bank holiday.
May 8th: King Charles III Coronation.
May 29th: Spring bank holiday.
August 28th: Summer bank holiday.

Good Friday in April, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day are classed as common law public holidays but many refer to them as bank holidays.

1. Go On a Picnic

With three May bank holiday events and a summer bank holiday, this calls for getting out of the house. A picnic is a perfect activity to do with all the family, your children, your partner or even your best friends.

Have each person bring something along and meet at your local park in London or across the UK. With many green spaces free to enter, it’s a cost-effective way to make the most of the summer sun, enjoy fresh air and play some games.

2. Visit Food Stalls

Another free activity to do on a bank holiday weekend is visit food stalls at the many markets around London or in your local town. You can taste some spectacular food from all different cuisines when at a food market. It may even inspire you to make a feast for your family or friends over the long weekend.

3. Book a Spa Treatment

What better way to spend a Sunday afternoon than at a day spa? Make the most of the bank holiday weekend by treating yourself to a spa treatment. There are many day spas around London if you’d like to spend a little money on yourself, or you can find a great massage for an affordable price.

4. Eat Out

Leave the cooking utensils in the cupboard and wine and dine at the many spectacular restaurants around London. Discover new places or try that pub you came across on TikTok – either way, who could say no to good food?

5. Visit a Museum

The May bank holiday is a great time to visit the many museums around London. These attractions are great family fun as many museums cater to families of all ages and host May bank holiday events. The best part of museums? Many of them have free entry, with a cost to only certain exhibitions.

Visiting a museum is also an exciting way to learn and discover history and events from around the world.

6. Go on a Pub Crawl

Make the most of the three day weekend by indulging in a fun pub crawl with friends. While you may have a sore head, you do have the extra day to recover! A pub crawl can be a day activity where you soak up the sunshine in a beer garden or you can take on the night hopping around your local town or a new area.

A pub crawl is an exciting way to meet new people, play some games, catch up with friends and have a drink or two.

7. Attend a Paint and Sip Session

If arts & crafts is your jam, paint and sip events in London could be exactly what you need to do this May bank holiday. Pinot & Picasso hosts guided painting workshops where no talent is necessary and fun is guaranteed.

In just two hours, you will transform a blank canvas to a colourful masterpiece, thanks to the help of our fun local artists. You can get arty while you party at Pinot & Picasso where you can buy alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to enjoy through your session.

8. Visit a British Beach

For the Spring bank holiday weekend, head out of the city and to the water. With many coastal towns with stunning water views and beaches, it’s the best way to cool off in the summer. Make it a beach day trip or a getaway for the three day weekend. You’ll be sure to be relaxed coming as you head into another four day working week. Just don’t forget to apply some sunscreen!

9. Go Swimming in a Lido

If you’d rather stay local, there are plenty of lidos and swimming ponds for you to paddle around during the long weekend. Swimming in a lido allows you the same luxury as a beach – being able to cool off in the summer.

You also have the ability to book ahead for a swim as many visitors will be thinking of doing the same thing. London is lucky to have many water options for swimming, including lidos and natural ponds.

10. Visit a Zoo

Bank holidays with the family are best spent out of the house and exploring. Get up close and personal with exciting creatures when you go to a zoo. With animals of all shapes and sizes, a day out at the zoo is great fun, especially for the little ones – they may even have a new favourite animal after your trip. It can also be an educational experience too – double points!

Find a Pinot & Picasso Studio Near You!

Forget seeing the sights. Find your local Pinot & Picasso studio today and make your bank holidays extra special with a masterpiece to show off. Get ready to sip, dip, splash, slosh when you book a paint and sip session in London.

Our First UK Studio is Coming to Shoreditch

July 21, 2023June 26, 2023 by olivia

OMG it’s happening!

We’re chuffed to announce our FIRST Pinot & Picasso studio in the UK is coming to Shoreditch, London. Our opening weekend kicks off from Friday, July 28th where we’ll be bringing GREAT TIMES through CREATIVITY.

We’re launching with a variety of our best artworks that are perfect for all abilities because no talent necessary. From iconic destinations to famous figures, you’ll get arty while you party with these sessions all while enjoying a bevvy or two from our in-studio bar.

The art doesn’t stop there. We’ll be turning the lights off and turning the party on with our Neon Nights experience. Neon Nights is our paint and sip experience where your masterpiece glows under UV lights – it’ll have you going ‘ooh’ and ‘ahh’.

Our first round of public sip and paint sessions will start from Friday, August 4th. Lucky for you, tickets are now available so tell your friends, family, partner, barista, bartender, neighbours, and be among the first to paint and sip with us in Shoreditch!

5 Reasons Why Art Should Be Part of Your Self-Care Routine

July 21, 2023June 14, 2023 by olivia

5 Reasons Why Art Should Be Part of Your Self-Care Routine.

Art can be a really helpful activity when it comes to self-care. The art of putting paint to canvas can lead to improving physical and mental health.

The best self-care tips start with everyday activities that can help with emotions. With this in mind, one of the best self-care activities is mindful art-making.

Creating art as a consistent practice can enhance your wellbeing and boost your sense of living in the present moment. It’s very zen, and we all need a little zen in our lives. Read on to find out how making art can help with self compassion, feeling stress-free and self care.

5 Self-Care Benefits of Art:

1. Enhances Self Expression

The beauty of creating art as self-care is that it allows you to put your emotions onto your canvas. Self expression through art can be shown through colour and patterns. Mindful art is always judgement-free and enables self expression in a creative way.

2. Builds Confidence and Self Esteem

Releasing emotions in this way can provide a sense of relief and can better your understanding of your own thought processes. Deep.

Getting creative with painting and your ideas can build confidence and self esteem. Building a solid foundation for these to grow can have more positive impacts in your personal life, workplace and with friends.

3. Distracts Your Mind

Practice makes perfect, and mastering a visual art skill can work wonders for improving the way you think about yourself.

Want a break your thoughts? Art can help us stay sane and reduce stress by providing a constructive distraction. If you’re ever feeling overwhelmed, making art can help us focus on the present moment, find balance, and enjoy exploring your own creativity.

4. Helps the Healing Process

We all love a bit of self discovery. You can learn a lot about yourself by putting paint to a blank canvas and creating mindful art. Create art based on your feelings and let the process of painting unveil your mindset. This is the powerful role art can play in your self-care routine.

5. Connects You With Others

A benefit of art is that it allows you to connect with others through creativity. Art is a powerful social tool when it comes to making new friends, connecting with loved ones or those with similar interests to you.

Ways to Use Art to Practise Self Care:

1. Create a Vision Board

Get creative about your life with a vision board. Be in the present moment while finding inspiration for your future. Pinterest is a popular platform where art and other pins can be a helpful tool to organising elements of your life.

2. Mindful Meditative Art

Practice mindfulness by painting your own masterpiece. With busy lives, art allows you to stay focused as a meditation exercise. Focus on the precise movements of putting paint to canvas, how it makes you feel and any ideas it inspires.

3. Create an Emotion Wheel

Focus on your mental health with your own emotion wheel. Using all the colours, draw a wheel with different colours representing comfortable and uncomfortable emotions you come across in your life. This enables you to open up and gain a better understanding of your inner feelings.

4. Design a Postcard that will Never be Sent

Put all your thoughts onto a postcard filled with either feel good moments or something you’ve wanted to get off your chest. This is a fun way to express your feelings and is something you can read again and again when you need to.

5. Create a Painting Only Using Colours that Calm You

Reduce your stress level and anxiety by painting with colours that bring you joy and happiness. Express your creativity with self care art that will encourage you to feel calm, relaxed and inspire hope.

6. Mindful Colouring

Practising mindful art is the perfect way to take time to focus on your own world. Mindful colouring doesn’t require a great deal of artistic skill, but the results can be absolutely beautiful. It’s an amazing way to practise mindful art and enjoy all the mental health benefits it provides.

7. Attend a Paint and Sip Session

Want to create art with your friends? Pinot & Picasso is a paint and sip experience which focuses on connecting people through colour and creativity. With popular music creating a fun atmosphere, you’ll have an artist guide you step-by-step through an artwork of your choice.

Socialise and brighten your mood with a three hour session dedicated to creating art with a side of wine. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages can be purchased at the studio, helping you create a masterpiece and experience the therapeutic joys of creating art.

8. Keep an Art Journal

Explore your creative mind by creating your own art journal. Put your everyday life into art by dedicating time at the end of the day to expressing yourself.

9. Draw a Body Image Sketch

Drawing might be considered the most simple form of art, but it’s a great way to tap into your innermost feelings. Get a sketch pad and draw your own body onto canvas. Focusing your own form is a great way to explore self care and show your body the love it deserves.

10. Create a Past, Present and Future Portrait

Ready to get deep? Create multiple portraits for yourself in the past, present and future. This activity is personal to you, showing how you feel towards yourself as you make art about your world.

Struggling With Your Mental Health?

Talk to Your GP:

If you’re struggling, talking to your GP is a great place to start. Your GP will guide you in the right direction to finding professional support.

Workplace Support:

Sometimes our biggest life stresses come from our job. Talk to your workplace support to see how you can implement self care actions that can help with your mental wellbeing.

Mental Health Helplines:

Samaritans

SANEline

12 Fun Things To Do In Shoreditch (London)

July 21, 2023June 13, 2023 by olivia

12 Fun Things To Do In Shoreditch (London)

Whether you’re visiting London or live in the area, Shoreditch is one of the most hip and happening places in East London. With Shoreditch street art near Brick Lane, street food eats and plenty of shopping close by, Shoreditch is quickly becoming the place to be for young professionals in London.

With that being said, here are 12 fun things to do in Shoreditch with your friends, partner, parents or even just yourself.

1. Visit the Columbia Road Flower Market

Columbia Road Flower Market sees the regular street transformed to a colourful, floral strip every Sunday. The Columbia Road Flower Market isn’t just limited to sunflowers and roses – anything from plants for your bedroom to a tree in your backyard can be purchased from local vendors.

This popular activity occurs every Sunday from 10am to 3pm so it can be a blissful start to your day or the perfect way to round out the afternoon. Pick up some new florals for you to take home or to gift to someone special. The Columbia Road Flower market may be the main attraction on Sunday, but there are also some cute retail shops on Columbia Road where you can browse for antiques, artworks or stop for a food and drink break.

2. Visit the Museum of the Home

The Museum of the Home will have you rethinking the way we live and what home means to you. Its displays and galleries represent many diverse cultures, their domestic life, and the relationships people have to their home.

Major perk of this museum? It’s free and you don’t need to book! Talk about saving AND learning – a two-for-one bargain.

3. Lady Dinah’s Cat Emporium

Not only is Lady Dinah’s Cat Emporium London’s first cat cafe, it’s also one of the most fun things to do in Shoreditch. Take a break from your worries in a relaxing environment enjoying a fine, hot British cuppa while petting and playing with some cats or start your night surrounded by cats sipping on a feline-themed cocktail.

This unique cafe is a short walk from Brick Lane, Spitalfields Market and the Columbia Road Flower Market, so you can make this snazzy cat cafe a stop along the way.

4. Truman Brewery

London’s largest brewery, the Truman Brewery, has been an iconic landmark in Brick Lane for over twenty years. This estate is home to many bars, clubs and restaurants in the Shoreditch area including All Star Lanes, DF Tacos and Ninety One Living Room. They often have live music events and street food stalls at old Truman Brewery. You can also enjoy window-browsing independent shops like the Brick Lane Vintage Market.

5. Visit Brick Lane

The most hip and vibrant alley in the whole of Shoreditch is Brick Lane. With street art, many-a flea market and street food, Brick Lane is a popular destination among locals and tourists alike. Visitors can gaze at the street art while stopping for a food break at one of the many curry houses or Beigel Bake.

A must-see place has to be the Brick Lane Vintage Market in Truman Brewery. From fur coats to vinyl records, it’s a vintage heaven! There are plenty of exciting discoveries and hidden gems to be found.

6. Hoxton Square

Enjoy the greenery and fresh air in Hackney’s Hoxton Square. Hoxton Square is surrounded by bars and restaurants and is classed as the ‘beating heart of the Hoxton art scene’.

This green space is a short walk away from Shoreditch venues including the rooftop bar Queen of Hoxton.

7. Go on a night out and experience Shoreditch’s nightlife

One of the most fun things to do in Shoreditch also includes experience the vibing nightlife in Shoreditch. From Old Street to Shoreditch High Street, the streets are lined with clubs and bars that know how to get the party started in East London, and restaurants serving great food at all hours.

Enjoy some fun and games with crazy golf, shuffle clubs and darts clubs before hitting the bars around Shoreditch. Some of our top recommendations for hitting the town in Shoreditch include rooftop bar Queen of Hoxton, cocktail bar Callooh Callay and the pumping dance floors of Simmons.

No matter where you go in Shoreditch, you can always have a fun night out with your friends by your side.

8. Attend a paint and sip session

Enjoy a little healthy competition among friends with a paint and sip session at Pinot & Picasso Shoreditch. Among many creative businesses, Pinot & Picasso Shoreditch brings art aficionados and novices together to sip, dip, splash, slosh. Best thing? There’s no talent necessary when it comes to having fun.

A local artist will guide you through an artwork step-by-step so you walk away with a masterpiece to show off and hang up at home. With these paint and sip sessions in Shoreditch London, it’s the perfect activity for your next girls night out, date night, after work event or private party.

Prices start from £30 per Picasso. A great time is free.

9. Old Spitalfields Market

Shoreditch is a melting pot of creatives and Old Spitalfields Market brings local artisans into the spotlight. As the first East London Market Place, Old Spitafields Market is one of the fun things to do in Shoreditch for find hidden gems in vintage shops and support local producers.

Open every day, this market place is visited by vintage shopping enthusiasts and lovers of street food stalls. The stores at Old Spitalfields Market also host many events during the week and up to 200 events across the year.

10. Hackney City Farm

Farming in the city? You bet. Hackney City Farm brings children and grown-ups together to get up close and personal with farm animals like pigs, donkeys, sheep and more. Hackney City Farm also offers educational farming workshops for all ages.

In addition to learning all about agriculture, you can get your hands dirty with pottery classes and woodworking. This hard work making you hungry? There’s an Italian cafe for you to enjoy a nice feed before leaving.

11. Visit BOXPARK

Next to Shoreditch High Street station and walking distance from Brick Lane is BOXPARK, the world’s first pop-up shopping mall. Since 2011, this venue, constructed out of shipping containers, has become a staple of the East London scene.

Not only is BOXPARK Shoreditch known for its unique shopping and food vendors, they also host a variety of events. From live music & DJS to markets and comedy nights, there is something for all East Londeners – even paint and sip classes.

12. Visit an Art Gallery

While Shoreditch’s street art is worth its own walking tour, there are plenty of art galleries to visit in the area including Rich Mix in Bethnal Green and Kimistry Gallery in Shoreditch.

Where is Shoreditch Located?

Shoreditch is one of London’s most vibrant areas with street art, food markets, vintage shopping, and a vivid nightlife. Shoreditch is located in East London in the Hackney and Tower Hamlets boroughs.

How can I get to Shoreditch?

Visiting Shoreditch is very easy thanks to public transport. Buses run regularly along Shoreditch High Street from all directions. If you’re coming from out of the area, Liverpool Street station,Old Street Underground station and Shoreditch High Street station are walking distance from the main streets of Shoreditch.

Book a Paint and Sip Session with Pinot & Picasso Today!

If you want to have a great time in Shoreditch, a paint and sip session with Pinot & Picasso is the way to go. Paint along with a helpful instructor with a glass of Prosecco in hand and unleash that artistic flair you’ve always possessed.

Get your gang together and book a session today at our Shoreditch studio.

What is a sip and paint party?

July 21, 2023April 3, 2023 by olivia

What is a Sip and Paint Party?

A paint and sip party is a must-try experience – if we do say so ourselves. You get arty while you party with your favourite people, get the studio to yourself and enjoy a few bevvies at a Pinot & Picasso sip and paint party.

With no talent necessary, you can enjoy a stress-free night knowing that your painting skills won’t be judged at the end of the night – unless you want it to be. Bring the p-arty vibes with your choice of playlist for the night. You can even bring your own decorations and deck out the studio.

Considering a paint and sip party at Pinot & Picasso? Here are the types of functions that are most popular at our studios.

HENS DO

Get the bridal party together for the last fling before the ring. Say goodbye to the single life Pinot & Picasso style, with a paintbrush in one hand and a glass of Prosecco in the other. You can even choose to paint the fiancé at your paint and sip Hens Do.

TEAM BUILDING & CORPORATE EVENTS

Build that bond, celebrate a workplace milestone or just take the time to enjoy an out-of-office experience together. Our welcoming, collaborative studios and the art of putting paint to canvas is a hit for teams of all sizes.

PRIVATE FUNCTIONS

Book a Pinot & Picasso studio to yourself with a paint and sip party. Invite your family and mates to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, reunion, or get the group together for the fun of it. Choose your date, select your artwork and tell your friends.

MOBILE POP UP EVENTS

Let us bring the studio to you. Our Pinot & Picasso team will bring canvases, easels, brushes and paint bottles. and hit the road to your chosen venue. It can even be your home (on our first date, wow!). Ideal venues for a paint and sip party are restaurants, bars, hotels and function centres.

Book a Paint and Sip Party at Pinot & Picasso

Host the paint and sip party of the year. Enquire about your next special occasion at your local Pinot & Picasso studio today.

Top Benefits of Pet Canvas Art and Why you should create your own

July 21, 2023April 3, 2023 by olivia

Top Benefits of Pet Canvas Art and Why you should create your own

Pet owners are always thinking of new ways to deepen their connection with their trusted companions. One way to do this is to create custom pet canvas art.

Immortalising your pet on canvas is an exciting prospect, and doing the painting yourself is even better. Even if you’re not a confident artist, you can take advantage of an instructed paint and sip session to make the process easier and more enjoyable.

Whether you’re the proud animal parent of a dog, cat or albatross, there are many benefits of pet canvas art to consider.

It will make the perfect gift
Cement your pet as a family member
Give your gallery wall a talking point
Creatively capture your love for your furry friend
An evening to remember with friends and family
Honour them forever
No one knows your pet better than you

1. It will make the perfect gift

Birthdays. Weddings. Christmas. We’re constantly required to come up with new gift ideas for our friends and family members. If your connection with your pet is shared by another person you love, a DIY portrait is a surefire winner.

Forget socks and chocolates. From partners to parents, custom pet canvas art is the special gift they never knew they needed.

2. Cement your pet as a family member

Your pet is as much a family member as any person in your clan. What better way to let the world know than a stunning portrait? Once you’ve gone to the effort of creating and displaying your artwork, there will be no doubt that your four-legged friend has a permanent place in the family hierarchy.

What features of your pet are most endearing? Use the opportunity to emphasise your animal’s most distinct attributes, be it cute, quirky or fearsome. Family photos do a great job of incorporating the personality of their subjects, and your pet canvas art is no different.

3. Give your gallery wall a talking point

Once you knock your pet portrait out of the park, there will be no doubt as to which painting will receive pride of place on your gallery wall. Whether you’ve created a pop-art puppy or an impressionistic kitten, your animal artwork deserves centre stage in your house. It will soon become the ultimate conversation starter, and you’ll get to watch jaws drop as you casually mention that you painted it yourself.

4. Creatively capture your love for your furry friend

Did you top your primary school art class? An evening spent creating a custom pet portrait is the perfect time to come out of retirement and put your creative flair to good use.

You might be wondering: I’ve got hard drives full of pictures of my pet, so why bother with a painting?

While photography does a great job of recording memories exactly as they occurred, canvas art offers a completely different dimension of insight and passion. Take full artistic licence and portray your pet in a new light.

5. An evening to remember with friends and family

Once you’ve caught the pet canvas art bug, you’ll soon share your plans with every animal lover you know. A paint and sip night with friends and family is a wonderful weekend plan. It’s even better when you walk away with stunning portraits of your dear companions.

If the idea of hosting an evening of paint and wine with your favourite pet owners sounds a little bit too messy, let Pinot & Picasso do the heavy lifting. Our studios have everything you and your gang of animal lovers need for an unforgettable evening.

6. Honour them forever

Our pets give us companionship, love and joy. Imagining life without them seems impossible. As much as we wish our favourite animals would stay with us forever, the day eventually comes when they are no longer by our side.

A gorgeous portrait is the perfect way to memorialise your beloved pet. It announces to the world just how special your relationship is and will honour them in a way no photograph can.

7. No one knows your pet better than you

When you make the decision to create pet canvas art, you have a number of options. The easy way out is to simply commission a painting from a professional artist.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do people paint their dogs?

People paint their dogs because they see them as family. If you love your animal as much as any person, capturing your animal’s heart and soul with a hand-crafted painting is the best way to show it. Photos have their place, but custom pet portraits are an undeniable proclamation of love and appreciation.

How to take a good portrait photo of your pet

The best results for custom pet portraits require you to work based on an image. Some top tips for snapping the perfect picture of your pet include:

Have the camera level with your pet.
Avoid flash by utilising natural light.
Patience is a virtue.
Play around with angles and camera settings.
Use toys or treats to distract your pet.
Focus on the eyes – they tend to be the most expressive part of an animal.
Schedule your session at a time when your pet is sleepy, not energised.
Stray away from overly-cluttered backgrounds.
Act quickly when the perfect shot presents itself.
Experiment and don’t forget to have fun!

How to hang a canvas

You don’t need to be a DIY expert to display your masterwork. Hanging a canvas requires just four simple steps:

Step 1: Mark the wall with a pencil.

Step 2: Hammer in, stick or otherwise attach the wall hook.

Step 3: Attach a bracket, sawtooth hanger or wire to your canvas.

Step 4: Place your masterpiece on the wall. Perfectionists might use a spirit level to ensure that it is completely straight.

Find a Pinot & Picasso studio near you

Suddenly in the mood to create stunning pet canvas art? Look up your local Pinot and Picasso studio to book a Paint Your Pet session. It’s an evening of unforgettable fun, and you’ll happily walk away with a stunning portrait of your beloved pet.

What is Neon Nights?

July 21, 2023April 3, 2023 by olivia

Pinot and Picasso Neon Nights Paint and Sip

What is Neon Nights?

You’ve probably heard of this really cool, really fun creative experience and thought “what is Neon Nights?” Neon Nights is our paint and sip experience under UV lights. What does that mean?

In order for your artwork to have a “glow” up, we need to turn the lights off and turn on special UV lights. Even though we use neon paint, your artwork unfortunately won’t glow in the dark at home- it gets by with a little help from their friend (UV lights). However, the experience is what you buy the tickets for!

We say the fun continues after dark with our Neon Nights paint and sip experience, and we mean it. The vibe well and truly heightens with a popping party playlist (dare you to say that five times fast) as you create a unique masterpiece.

See our Neon Nights collection.

It’s lights off, party on. Book a Neon Nights session at your local Pinot & Picasso studio.

What Can I Paint at Pinot & Picasso?

July 21, 2023March 31, 2023 by olivia

Our Pinot & Picasso Artwork Gallery

Wondering what you can create in our studio? It’s about time you got acquainted with our vibrant, cool, and popping Artwork Gallery.

At our paint and sip sessions, you’ll be guided step-by-step through the artwork you bought tickets to – you won’t ever have to freestyle (unless you want to). Our artists will help turn your blank canvas into a masterpiece that will have you considering taking up art as a full-time career (but stick to your day job).

Let’s break them down into a song for you to remember. Sing with me!

A little bit of Frida in my life. A little bit of ELTON by my side. A little bit of Sunset in Santorini is all I need. A little bit of Ti Amo Tuscany is what I see. A little bit of Lemoncello in the sun. A little bit of Empowerment all night long. A little bit of Adonis, here I am. A little bit of you makes me your man. Okay, maybe we won’t sing Mambo No.5, but you might be in our sessions.

Here is our Artwork Gallery:

Found the next artwork for your paint and sip session? Find your Pinot & Picasso studio today.

Who is Pinot & Picasso?

July 21, 2023March 30, 2023 by olivia

Who is Pinot & Picasso?

So you’ve probably seen our name popping up and thought “who the heck is this paint and sip experience, Pinot & Picasso?” We would love to offer you a drink – we can do that in our studios – so purchase your liquid courage of choice and settle in for story time.

Founders, James Crowe and Aaron Carrasco, are two high-school sweethearts friends who started Pinot & Picasso as one small studio in their hometown Penrith, Australia. While both of the lads aren’t artists, they do know how to have a good time – and that is what they have created for you in our sessions.

Who would have thought laughing, drinking and indulging in a fun, creative activity would be so popular? Yes, yes, we know… you. At Pinot & Picasso, we encourage you to Master the Art of Fun and just like our sessions, there’s no talent necessary when it comes to having FUN.

With the help of our wonderful Picasso’s, the exponential growth of the Pinot & Picasso franchise has allowed the brand to grow internationally in just three years. Demand + Innovation + Us Loving To Travel = Find us anywhere across Australia, New Zealand and now the UK – we have goosebumps.

Anyway, you want to know more about what we do? Or more so, what you’ll do when you visit us? In an easy few minutes, you can buy your tickets online to the session of your choice. You can choose this based on your favourite artwork or the date that works best for you, or the next available sessions because why wait to have fun? Then you’ll bring some snacks and yourself to our purpose-built studio to create some great memories (and art!).

Once you arrive, the tunes will be vibing (only the best!), with an artist helping you set up, take your pics and to turn your blank canvas into a colourful masterpiece. You’ll be guided through the artwork step-by-step, singing, laughing and enjoying the atmosphere with friends, family or co-workers.

Pinot & Picasso is the ideal entertaining activity for weekend plans, girls night out, date nights, hen dos, birthdays, team-building sessions, anniversaries, reunions… the list goes on. We get arty while we party and invite you to come solo, together or meet someone new to sip, dip, splash, slosh.

Pinot & Picasso’s mission is to be an inclusive and creative experience where everyone is encouraged to play on the side of fun, while exploring their true colours through painting workshops. From London and beyond, are you ready to Master the Art of Fun?

Tickets start from £39 but the memories are priceless. No talent necessary so bring your finger painting skills to our studio and escape all your worries for three hours to connect through colour and creativity.

See you soon, yeah? Find your studio today.

Which Pinot & Picasso Customer Are You?

July 21, 2023March 30, 2023 by olivia

Which Paint and Sip Character Are You?

We have managed to find all kinds of weird and wonderful people that have joined us at our Pinot & Picasso studios across Australia and New Zealand. These have become characters in the world of Pinot & Picasso, and there is a high chance that you (or one of your nearest and dearest) fit into one of the characteristics. Let’s see if you can predict which one you’ll be at our paint and sip session:

1. Samantha Jones: The one who loves a drink

It’s no secret that our customers love a glass of wine or two… or eight. They’ll often be the loudest in the room with their apron half falling off. You’ll never see their glass get low as top-ups are frequent. Despite being a little boozy, they always have a good time with their friends at Pinot & Picasso – even if they’re getting filmed by their friends.

2. Barney Stinson: The overly competitive one

We all know one… and if you can’t think of one, it’s probably you. You’ll see this wild-eyed character with a paintbrush in hand and a paintbrush tucked behind their ear while they are frantically painting. They will keep one eye on their artwork and the other on their ‘rivals’. They won’t settle for anything less than being the best. We’ll let our hosts decide.

3. Emily Cooper: The Social Media Muse

Step aside; the TikTokker is here. Dressed to the nines with a cute bag and heeled boots, you won’t catch them without their phone in hand. Guaranteed to be filming short clips for their TikTok. You’ll definitely find their video on your ‘For You’ page, and don’t lie, you’ll be watching it a few times and saving it.

4. Jim Halpert: The boyfriend who got dragged along that low-key loves it

Happy wife, happy life? Although they have been forced to tag along with the missus, the smile on their face is bound to appear sooner or later, even if it’s painted on. They won’t be standing with their arms folded looking depresso for too long inside our Pinot & Picasso studios. With a beer in hand, they’ll soon forget about whatever excuse they made to try and not come.

5. Joey Tribbiani: The one who came for the snacks

Is there a bag of chips missing? It won’t take long to find the culprit who often has food stuck to their hand the entire night. They won’t be stressing about whether they’ve painted in the right spot, but they will be anxious about whether the snacks will last the session.

6. Jack Dawson: The Closeted Picasso

This secret superstar will always play it shy and humble in the paint and sip environment. They won’t tell anyone, even their closest friends about their dirty, little secret. That’s right – their hidden talent of being a natural artist, just like Picasso. Despite being envious of their talent and flawless artwork, don’t be shy in asking them for tips on painting or for them to fix that accidental smudge mark on the corner of your canvas – someone must’ve put it there…

So, which character will you be at Pinot & Picasso? We have one that represents us, and that’s Pierre. Hint: he’s all 6 characters. Book your paint and sip session at your Pinot & Picasso studio today.