Painting with a Twist

This team is best! Never mind is it a great time, the staff is so helpful and go out of their way to make sure you find parking and have everything that you need. I will definitely be back!
And PS, you will definitely leave here feeling like Picasso!

So much fun! Went with my girls to celebrate my birthday! Whitney is a doll and Michael was so helpful! Can’t wait to go back!

This time, we got it right! Went in for Couples Painting on Saturday night and had a SPECTACULAR time. My fish looked more like blob but our Teacher Mateo was amazing! The capacity was perfect & each step was slow and easy, giving time for everyone to paint as they felt comfortable. Definitely fantastic for those of less sober & less experienced with paint. One set of speakers played gracefully & the a/​c ran smoothly. We even discovered a hidden patio next to our class (convenient for the smokers, if any in your group!). Tips; you will still need to bring your own ice, if that’s something you need; clothes may or may not get painted. More good news… if you end up with paint on misc body parts for whatever reason (like your friends being over-​beveraged and missing their canvas by a few feet) it washes off just fine! No seriously, we tested this. :)

Celebrated 2 birthdays today. Frankie, our instructor was so awesome, friendly and charismatic. We were a group of 12 and we all had a really great time. Thank you!!! We will be back!

Stressed? Head full of worries? Come to PWAT to disconnect from everything and give your mind a break. Been to this place more than a dozen times and I always enjoy it. Having different instructors means you learn a wide variety of techniques and styles. This is a laid-​back, friendly place, where one always feels welcomed.
Some of my visits have been 5-​stars, others have been pretty good, but could be a bit better: don’t overpack the sessions so that it’s difficult to move and you have little space. Be aware of the volume of the music in adjoining classes – lots of fun, but difficult to hear what the instructor is saying. I know this is a place to have fun, but I’d prefer (maybe it’s the anal-​retentive in me) if the classes started on time. They don’t cheat you out of time, but then the class ends much later than advertised, and if you have plans afterwards, you’ll certainly be late. For many paintings, having a smaller brush would be so helpful, yet most times we’re given only a big and a medium brush. Of course, for the very skilled instructors this is no obstacle, but for novice me, this is quite the challenge. It’d be so nice if they had some way of recognizing those of us who visit often. Maybe a frequent-​painter card? If you like it a much as I do, it begins to add up.
I visited the new location in The Falls and was very, very impressed. Loved it.
Men looking to impress their lady: great alternative to the movie-​dinner date

I took a class with Frankie and was surprised by how much fun I had. I have no artistic ability but Frankie made it seem easy. I will definitely return.

Came here for a private party with my friends for my birthday. We all knew that we would be painting, drinking, and having a good time but WOW the instructors were so energetic and fun as well. We had such a great time and definitely plan on coming again! There was just a good atmosphere and great energy the entire night. I would recommend this to anyone!

Legit spot. Legit night out! I had so much fun doing this, I set it up and I was actually very surprised about how much we all enjoyed it.
I spoke with them directly to see if they could have a class on Monday night and that we would be 4 and they opened a class for us :0))
It was public so anyone else could join and it was a great time. (There ended up being 9 people.)
You can bring your own food & drink. Danielle was our instructor and she was super friendly and personable. She really gets you to not get stressed about the art and just enjoy it!
I def. recommend it as a good time outside of the norm.

Very disappointing. I have done 6 painting between the Dallas and the Tampa locations. For Mother’s Day, I thought of Painting with a Twist to help me make something for my mother. I spoke and emailed with Eric (sent him pics of what I had in mind) and he suggested I did a specific class and he would help me modify it in class. I was super excited! When I get there, he wasn’t there and the teacher had no idea of what I was talking about when I mentioned my conversations with Eric. Not only that, but I’d never had a teacher before that would grab people’s paint brushes and «fix» people’s paintings. The fun part about PWAT is supposed to be that YOU paint it, and every painting turns out different. The class was slow and boring partly because there were moments of silence of us sitting there while she went around to paint on people’s canvases. Anyway, my mom’s Mother’s Day gift did not turn out the way I would’ve liked and I wish I could get my money back. So sad that the Biscayne location disappointed me after having been following PWAT from Dallas, to Tampa, etc
A day later…
As I wrote before, I was supposed to have Eric help me paint something but he wasn’t there, and the teacher had no idea. Well, Eric called me and very nicely apologized for not being there, as one of his staff members had an emergent situation which requires him (the owner) to teach a class at their other location. It was a valid excuse. Also, he offered for me to come back that day to help me with my project, but was unable to. He then sent me a gift card and asked if I could please let him know in advance when I can come in, so he can make sure he is there. I think this was a very nice gesture!

I had a blast at this place. I went for a friends Bday, I can’t wait to go back! Any Bdays?

It is such a fun place to be! My bf took me here for a surprise date and I fell in love with it (With him much more). Each class has a theme of painting so you reserve the day. I was worried at first because I’m not a very good drawer nor a painter but they teach you step by step. It’s BYOB as well. The ambiance was relaxing yet never a dull moment during the class. I would so do it again and again!

What a great idea! I was there last night and it was fun and for once a totally different activity. Bring your own wine (or whatever you like) and paint in a small class with interesting people.
The instructors are great. Just remember that there is no right or wrong — just enjoy your time… well, I did!

I’ve been to Painting with a Twist twice and have had such a great time both times. My first time was for a private 10 – 15 person party for a friend’s birthday. We all brought in a bunch of snacks and drinks and had a blast catching up, drinking and eating while painting up our masterpieces. My second time was for one of the couples paintings in a large class of about 20 – 30 people which was also a lot of fun.
If you don’t have an artistic bone in your body, don’t worry! The instructors are so great that they make an artist out of anyone and everyone. Very funny, energetic, helpful, and encouraging. They go through the process of each painting step by step and walk around helping you with anything you need. It’s fun watching your painting progress — I recommend taking pictures of each step so you can see how your painting develops!
Overall a great experience, very chill and laid back environment. Will definitely be back for more sessions with friends and family!

I must admit I was quite skeptical. When I think of painting I think of back when I was either in Elementary School painting with crayons and chalk. However, as there title suggest this is painting with a twist. I believe this experience better served in large groups or maybe in an intimate couples group.
Your allowed to bring appetizers and picking food along with white or red wine to make your painting experience more enjoyable. David, one of the instructors makes this place tick. He is charismatic, charming and attentive to your needs and is an amazing instructor who. Your given aprons your painting utensils and a canvas to paint one of many different art works or you can create your own such as your pet, or replicas of other artist’s best work. Your instructor shows you step by step on how to bring your painting together and allows you to show your true colors and explore your inner Picasso!
You can paint either up stairs or down stairs, the entire experience is just enjoyable and a great way to spend quality time with friends, family and your partner and learn to paint at the same time. It was truly a splendid surprise and I would recommend to anyone who would like to try something different.

The first time I went to painting with a twist was with a friend of mine and our husbands, it was couples night and we painted a cute wine glass and bottle that when you put the painting together flowed. It was a lot of fun the instructor was great and helped you step by step to make your painting come out almost as nice as theirs.
Because of that experience I was hosting a bachelorette party and took all the girls to painting with a twist. We had a fantastic time, our instructors again were amazing, they even helped us bring in our coolers and food from the cars. They allowed us to set up and decorate the studio to fit our event! They didn’t rush our event and let us talk and mingle also with some breaks and were very helpful with their assistance on our artwork as always.
This place is always a great time and everyone should try it!

Absolutely loved the experience. Went last night for a friends bday celebration.
The place was a bit difficult to find. Neighborhood is a bit shady but once in, your good. Plenty of space to decorate and set up to your liking. We took food and wine and had a great time.
You can come with friends or a date or even your kids.
Really felt my inner Picasso come out. Definitely will be back!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this place. I’ve visited Painting with a Twist on two occasions: Once with my girlfriends and the other with my 8 y/​o daughter.
The first time I registered was for the «Monet’s Lillies» on a Wednesday night. I’ll admit, I was terrified. I’ve never painted on canvas and was sure I would create a big sloppy mess! But I didn’t! That’s how I KNOW these instructors are good.
The second time was with my daughter for Father’s Day. I didn’t tell her where we were going on the car ride there but she was very happy when she saw what we were doing. The instructors ordered delicious Pizza from Andiamo (maybe I should review them next) and had wine for the parents (winning!) Oh, and the owners dog, Leo, was there so my daughter was in heaven. Paint, pizza, and a dog! What more could a kid want???
I recommend this place to everyone. It’s great for a girl’s night, date night, or with the kids. The instructors are nice and really funny. The entire experience is wonderful. Bring your own wine bottles and they’ll provide cups (or you can bring your own glasses if you feel weird drinking from plastic cups. Pinkies up!)

How do i sum up my AMAZING night at painting with a twist?
Wine, jokes & good vibes
I have always just assumed i was horrible at art. But coming here changed all that and i now want to get my own art easel and paints… I’m not joking. I have now found my new hobby in something i thought i could never do. The teachers guide you step by step into creating a master piece but give you enough freedom to make it your own. Something about making art here is soo freeing. It’s such a carefree environment not to mention you can whip out a bottle of wine and chocolates and no one will look twice. If you haven’t been then you are missing out on a hobby you didn’t know you loved. Don’t read another review and just go you’ll LOVE it. i PROMISE! :)

A few of my girl friends suggested we check out Painting With a Twist. Fully aware of my lack of artistic ability (I’m a left-​brainer), I decided to just have a good time with my friends and not worry if I walked out with a disaster on canvas. Much to my surprise, I was so happy at the end of class, leaving with a cute fish painting that I made ALL by myself (yay!).
Parking wasn’t too hard to find, even though I arrived right as the class was supposed to start. I just hunted around the street directly behind the building, and parked somewhere that didn’t seem too illegal (no meters or anything). The class started a bit late, but that was good because my friends and I were not especially prompt on this particular evening!
So, I’m sure you get the drill by now, we ate, we drank, we painted! The instructor, David, was super helpful and willing to answer any and all questions, as well as provide time for catching up in case anyone fell behind. In the end, everyone paints the same thing but each person’s artwork looks so unique!
I have since been to similar painting classes elsewhere, and I will say that Painting with a Twist definitely has a really fun atmosphere. Their instructors are also a bit more hands-​on, and more descriptive with the step-​by-​step directions. Personally, I like that. I have not painted before, so I want guidance! This class made me feel really capable of being artistic — not something I experience all the time!

Your friends + wine + some acrylic paints = FUN time at Painting With a Twist.
I’ve taken painting classes at the local college where I’m taught «proper» technique on how to transfer my passion onto a blank canvass. If this is what you’re looking for, then go to «proper» painting classes.
If on the other hand, you don’t want to suffer for days, or weeks, to produce a wall-​worthy painting but would rather laugh, sip on (plenty of) wine and create your very own painting in 2 – 3 hours, then this is a place you’d enjoy. I’ve been here twice with two individuals who, by their own admission, can’t draw stick figures. At the end of class, after much laughter and making new friends, one friend walked away proud to have painted Audrey Hepburn and the other proud to have created an abstract-​like collage of colors framing a black gown.
The instructor couldn’t be better. Both times he was extremely patient, very funny and excellent with step-​by-​step instructions. The registration fee provides you with a blank canvas, paints, brushes and all materials. All you need to do is show up with some wine and ready to have some fun with friends, family and complete strangers.