Picasso & Wine

This is hands down a great way to have fun! The staff is awesome, and so helpful. The Bar could maybe use two people in the beginning to help make drinks for all the guest, but they are quick and have excellent customer service. The artist that runs the show was amazing, funny, and very good at explaining everything you need to do to create your masterpiece. Seriously the best night I’ve had in a long time! I recommend this place for parties, or just getting out to do something fun with friends or loved ones. Definitely worth every penny we sent there.

This was the second time I’d done an event like this, and we participated in one of the off-​site locations at Great Basin on Virginia. You know the drill (or if you don’t, you should): show up, drink lots of wine (or beer in our case), paint something along with the instructor at the front of the class, realize you are NOT an undiscovered Picasso, think your painting looks great, wake up sober and realize that you had your beer goggles on. Then try to chew your arm off so you don’t wake up your painting as you sneak out the door.
Super props to the instructor (I forget his name) who agreed to squeeze us in even though the class was sold out. He let us use a gift card we had gotten more than a year before, and even gave it back to us at the end and let us know there was about $ 10 remaining on it. Unfortunately we couldn’t use the drink gift card we had gotten at the off-​site location, so maybe this is something they could consider trying to work out (but I totally understand if not).
The instructor was super friendly and really helpful, he was really good at motivating you and getting you excited about the painting. Wasn’t *as* good at explaining how to get the look you were going for as some other instructors I’ve seen, but not bad by any means.
The one ding I’ll give them is that about 90% of our painting was finger painting. For some people I’m sure this would be a big bonus, but for us slightly neurotic folks who don’t like to get our hands dirty, it was a little annoying. Yes, I know that painting isn’t always clean, but finger painting is a whole different story. Simply throwing up a note on the website that finger painting was a priority might have changed which class we signed up for.
Regardless, it’s a lot of fun and a great way to spend a relaxing evening out!

I’ve came to this location and the South Reno a few times I always have a great time! Every instructor I’ve came across is super friendly and professional! I did a class a couple weeks ago at an off location and it was wonderful! Will definitely keep coming back and will continue to tell everyone about Picasso and wine :-)

I had gone there several times with friends and had a fun time. Since they have moved, their business has gone downhill. They have added more tables so it’s harder to see and you don’t get the help as before. The owner said she makes the best margaritas and it was so bad, my boyfriend couldn’t drink it. I ordered a drink and she never brought it to me and then tried to charge me for it when I went to pay my bill. I get the feeling now they are only in it for what they can get, not for making their customers happy. Not a good policy. It just isn’t the same anymore. I don’t like their attitude and I will go elsewhere next time.

Picasso & Wine is a ridiculous amount of fun, even if (or maybe especially if) you have no artistic abilities. As long as you go in without any expectations that you’re going to walk away with a masterpiece, you’re going to have a great time.

Just going to say I had so much fun! I went alone, but that didn’t matter, you were part of an amazingly fun group! Great instruction and my painting, I thought would be a horrible mess ended up better than I ever expected! Will return many times!

I was extremely disappointed with our last experience! We went with a large party, reserved the place ahead of time… Followed everything we were told from the ‘owner’… Then at the end of the night when we went to pay, we were told everything had to be paid in cash only. We were told we would be able to use gift cards that some girls had and that people could pay with their cards… When we were paying they informed us that we cannot use gift cards… Even though they previously told us yes.
We paid $ 50 per person and everyone was supposed to get a glass of wine free… At the end we were told that their website that advertises having a drink included is wrong and they would not honor it. It was absolutely ridiculous.
They tried to get all the girls to pay for their alcohol by cash only. They also charged multiple girls incorrectly or multiple times!
I’m guessing they are trying to avoid paying taxes on the party since they wanted everything in cash and it was very shady.
I will not return to this place. There are plenty of places that do painting that probably appreciate their customers and know that word of mouth is extremely important.

GREAT evening with my girlfriends! I addicted!

Picasso and Wine is a God send! I love the encouragement of creativity and the midtown location is so warm and «homey» feeling! Alana (sp?) owner/​bartender is awesome with her specialty cocktails!
The mimosa mornings are by far, my favorite classes to attend! Great way to kick off a Saturday morning! I have 16 paintings, and I never get tired of waiting to see what new paintings are coming out on the calendars! $ 16 for bottomless mimosas? #winning !
My ONLY issue, is a couple weeks ago, my friend and i attended a class (mimosa morning) The time posted on their website was not the accurate start time I guess. So, they had the doors locked and it was a bit chilly outside! Wish they would have opened the doors so we could have ordered drinks but all in all, great environment and very fun way to spend time with the girls!

I can’t even explain how much fun I had at Picasso & Wine! Let me just tell you, I am artistically challenged to the point where I can’t even draw a good stick figure. I was actually nervous about spending the money on a class knowing I haven’t painted anything since elementary school. But I’m so glad my best friend talked me into going with her! Their calendar on their website had plenty of options to choose from; I was so indecisive! After much thought and consideration, I ended up choosing a sailboat painting.
We were welcomed with a smile as we walked through the door. Our instructor had asked if we have ever been to a Picasso & Wine class & after finding out this was our first time, she showed us the ropes. She showed us to a couple of seats that were right up front and then pointed us in the direction of the bar for a complimentary drink. My first thought as I walked in the door was how amazing the atmosphere of this place is, it really lightens up the mood!
The class filled up quickly, nearly every seat in the room was taken. I was lucky to have gotten there early enough to grab a seat directly in front of our instructor. Don’t worry though, even if you have to sit towards the back, there are plenty of screens around the entire room that shows live feed of what your instructor is doing. She was also using a headset piece that allowed everyone to be able to hear what she was saying.
The instructor went step by step, in detail, while we painted the sailboat together as a group. I love how she asked multiple times if anyone was having trouble and needed some extra guidance, I thought it was very considerate of her. The class itself took around two hours or so with a small break in the middle for a refill on drinks & a restroom break. At the end of the class, the instructor took pictures of each individual group with their paintings on the mini stage. To my surprise, my painting looked awesome! It was one of those moments where I felt like I was a kid again and wanted to rush home to show my mom what I had painted.
After the crowds were leaving, my bestfriend and I were one of the last people left. We had brought out empty glasses up to the bar where we met the owner. I wish I remembered her name! She was extremely sweet; we ended up conversing with her for over an hour after closing. I appreciate when an owner of a local business genuinely cares about the experience you’ve had. I will definitely be doing this again!

The atmosphere as a whole is spectacular. The painting part was fun, the drinking part was fun. The lemon basil martini= best drink ever invented. the list goes on!
I gave this 4 stars because the host asked my friend and I to move back a row (the very, last row) You can still see fine, but I just thought that if they knew they had a huge party coming in, wouldn’t you reserve those seats? I was kinda pissed because we went in with such a great vibe, but the way 3 of the employees came up to us asking us to move was odd.

So much fun!!!
They help everyone become an artist

My girlfriend and I had an absolutely delightful experience. Neither of us are artists and we not even sure how to hold a paintbrush!
The guest artist was great. We were given step by step instructions and followed along with her lead. We had some friendly couples nearby who also were there for a date night and having a blast too.
The drink choices were good. We decided on raspberry mojitos which were wonderfully crafted and delicious. Drinks and art go well together it seems! We took home our paintings and have even been told they didn’t turn out too bad!
I’d recommend this experience for any couple looking to have a different experience for date night. Or maybe even a night where friends can go together and have a blast. By the looks of it most everyone appeared to have a wonderful evening, so yes… just go! Give it a shot :-)

In January I booked a private party with 15 friends. Hardly any of us are artists but we all had the best time finding our inner Picasso. We painted Tahoe Dreaming. Which I was told was a more difficult painting to direct. However my group nailed it. The direction was easy to follow and the atmosphere was really laid back, we brought in food and they had everything you could need if you forgot something. They are set up in a house which gives it the feeling of home, which added to the comfort of the guests. We all want to do it again. But it’s hard to get 15 people to agree on a day that works for all. Lol thank you for the ever lasting memory Lana!

If you want an amazing night out where you can let go, relax, drink wine, and engage in your inner artist, then this is definitely the place for you! I would recommend this place for a fantastic girls mimosa morning, an evening out with your significant other, or simply a place to get away and paint solo.
They post their painting calendars a month in advance. Check out all of their lovely paintings on their website. I definitely recommend signing up for a painting in advance because they do fill up quickly.
They have a fully stocked bar, in case you do not fancy vino! But if you do there house wines are fantastic. I am a cab girl myself. I try to pick a new one to try every time that I am there.
They have very talented and friendly staff who take pride in making sure everyone is having a good experience and walk away with a beautiful piece of art. They are willing to help you out with your painting, but definitely let you make it your own. They want you to have a fun time. So far I have been here 5 times and I can not even wait to pick out my next painting.

My girlfriend talked me in to going. I was against it at first but gave in. Glad i did. Had a blast. Were planning to go back with friends. They have beer if your not in to wine. I loved it.

I attend a painting party about once a month. I like the new building better than the old one. I like that they offer discount night and open paint nights. Not a fan of the recent $ 5.00 rate increase. Reason being is there’s no added value for it, except to them maybe. Also, they’ve added more seats to the classes, a new place at Summit and the quality has decreased a bit. Still fun don’t get me wrong, I am reconsidering how much I go now and look for for the $ 25.00 discount nights :)

Poor customer service.
My fiancée and I were the second couple in the door (25 – 30 minutes early). Seated ourselves, got a bottle of wine and started to relax for a date night. Less than 5 minutes before painting was to start we were told our seats were reserved for someone else. We were then seated in the back separately at different tables. Owner stated that this happens all the time, and we should have arrived early.
We did arrive early, and no one told us where we could, and couldn’t sit. Reserved seating is not properly marked as such.
I won’t be returning to this establishment, and can not recommend Picasso & Wine based on this poor experience.

This was my first time at the NEW Picasso and Wine. At first I was truly bummed that they moved from their location on St. Lawrence but after taking a class at the new place I honestly can say it was a great move. The building is so beautiful. It is a charming little house on Vassar with great landscaping and plenty of parking (unlike their other location). The bar is set up wonderfull with lots of room and I LOVED their signature pomegranate drink. It was SO good. The instructors are still fabulous as they have added a few new people since I have been there. The painting was a tough one but she taught us slowly and patiently so everyones’ painting turned out fabulous. I love P&W and consider it to be one of my favorite things to do in the Midtown area. If you have not done so yet make sure you book a class. You will not regret it.

It was my first time ever doing this and I was so happy that I did it. So much fun.
I never went to the old location so I can’t comment on it but this new location is adorable. Fun and festive and when I walked in and saw that they had a full bar, the angels started singing…
Great Music, great atmosphere a really nice selection of wines by the bottle or glass and great prices.
There were a few birthday’s happening while we were there. Which I think is a great way to celebrate.
Small parking lot but there is plenty of parking on the street or next door at the offices.
I would highly recommend doing this. It seems like it is very popular now that I am following them on Facebook. I will definitely be going there again.