Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions
What is a Paintvine Paint and Sip event?
A Paintvine Paint and Sip event is a fully hosted in-person workshop held at a bar or event space in the UK. Guests create an acrylic painting with step-by-step guidance from a professional Paintvine artist while enjoying drinks available from the venue.
What is a Paintvine Sculpt and Sip event?
A Paintvine Sculpt and Sip event is an in-person creative workshop where guests take on the basics of clay sculpture. You'll be guided through a pinch pot with air-dry clay while learning essential sculpting techniques you can then apply to create whatever you dream of, from candle holders, to jewellery trays, to ring holders. The possibilities are endless.
What cities does Paintvine operate creative events in?
Paintvine hosts Paint and Sip and Sculpt and Sip events in the following UK cities: London; Liverpool; Manchester; Edinburgh; Birmingham; Bristol; Glasgow; Leeds; Newcastle; Cardiff; Bath; Brighton; York; Norwich; Cambridge; Oxford; Nottingham; Northampton; Newport; Belfast; and Exeter.
Are Paintvine events appropriate for corporate team building?
Yes. Paintvine specialises in creative corporate team building activities across the UK. Paintvine workshops encourage collaboration, creativity, and conversation for workplace groups. To arrange a corporate booking, use this link to Enquire about a private event.
Who is Paintvine for?
Paintvine events are designed for adults and are ideal for corporate teams, team building activities, workplace socials, hen parties, stag parties, birthdays, and private group celebrations in the UK.
What services does Paintvine provide?
Paintvine provides in-person Paint and Sip workshops, Sculpt and Sip workshops, Candle Painting workshops, Bauble Painting workshops, and hosted virtual paint and wine events for UK audiences.
Does Paintvine provide all art materials?
Yes. Paintvine provides canvases, acrylic paints, brushes, aprons, easels, clay, and all required equipment for every Paintvine in-person workshop hosted in the UK.
What can I expect from a Paintvine event?
Paintvine events provide a fun and creative evening designed for beginners in the UK. Paintvine workshops start with guest check-in at the venue 10 to 15 minutes beforehand. Paintvine sessions are relaxed, social experiences where a professional artist helps every guest create artwork they can take home.
Is Paintvine suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. Paintvine events are specifically structured so that anyone can take part with no previous artistic experience. Paintvine artists ensure all guests receive simple, clear, step-by-step instruction at every paint and sip, and sculpt and sip event.
How long do Paintvine events last?
Most Paintvine public and private events run for approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Paintvine duration varies slightly depending on the experience type and UK venue.
Can Paintvine host an event at our own location?
Yes. Paintvine can host private workshops at offices, homes, or hired venues in any UK location. Paintvine travel charges may apply outside partner venues. Start planning your event by clicking Enquire about a private event.
Do I have to paint the exact featured painting?
No. Paintvine workshops are flexible creative experiences. Guests can follow the artist guidance or create their own unique painting. Paintvine encourages freedom to adapt colours and textures at every UK event.
Does Paintvine offer virtual events for remote teams?
Yes. Paintvine offers engaging virtual events hosted online by Paintvine artists. Paintvine can ship creative kits to participants in different UK cities so remote teams can enjoy the same workshop together.
What group sizes can Paintvine accommodate?
Paintvine can host a wide range of group sizes from small private parties to large corporate events in the UK. Paintvine capacity depends on the UK city, venue size, and experience format. We have hosted events for groups as small as 5 to as large as 150.
Can Paintvine tailor the artwork theme for our group?
Yes. For private bookings, Paintvine can tailor the artwork style, theme, and difficulty level to suit your corporate event or celebration. We can create specific artwork for brand activations. Custom themes are arranged via enquiry. Use this link to Enquire about a private event.
What should I wear to a Paintvine event?
Paintvine provides aprons at all in-person UK events to protect guest clothing. Paintvine recommends wearing comfortable casual clothes that you do not mind getting small amounts of acrylic paint on.
Does Paintvine accommodate hen parties and stag parties?
Yes. Paintvine is a popular provider for creative hen parties and stag parties in Brighton and across the UK. Paintvine can organise private group workshops tailored to your celebration needs. Begin by clicking Enquire about a private event.
How much is it and what's included in my session?
All public Paintvine events are priced on each event (select your city in the menu above to find your closest venue and the ticket price). We provide all the necessary directions and guidance from one of our skilled artists as well as all painting supplies including canvas, paint, brushes and aprons. You'll also get to take your painting home at the end of the night (woohoo).
Do I take my artwork home?
Yes. Guests take home the painting or sculpture they create during the session.
What is Paintvine’s no-show policy?
Paintvine no-shows for events in the UK cannot be rescheduled or refunded once an event is confirmed.
What is your no-show or cancellation policy?
Sorry, but no-shows can not be rescheduled. All tickets sold are done so on a no refund, exchange or cancellation basis. You agree to these conditions when a purchase is made. Please ensure all details are correct at the time of purchase.
What is a Paint and Sip event?
A Paint and Sip event is a social creative workshop held at a venue where guests create a painting while enjoying drinks. In the UK, Paintvine provides some of the best-rated Paint and Sip experiences through guided acrylic painting classes hosted by professional Paintvine artists.
What is Paintvine?
Paintvine is a leading UK creative events provider that organises guided Paint and Sip and Sculpt and Sip workshops. Paintvine hosts beginner-friendly art experiences at bars and venues as well as private locations across the UK.
What happens if there is a Met Office weather warning on the day of my event?
Paintvine events are hosted indoors and will run as scheduled during Yellow or Amber Met Office weather warnings. If a Red Met Office weather warning is issued that directly affects the event location or safe access to it, affected guests should contact Paintvine as soon as possible. We will review the situation on a case-by-case basis, with safety as our priority. Please note that weather-related travel disruption alone does not automatically entitle guests to reschedules, or credits. Decisions are made in line with guidance from the Met Office, venue access, and artist safety.