7 Best Beginner-friendly Painting Classes for Adults

7 Best Beginner-friendly Painting Classes for Adults


By ClassBento Team

Arts and crafts don't need to stop in adulthood, painting classes in San Francisco are great ways to unwind and socialize. With these easy painting workshops, you can boost your mental wellbeing and restore a sense of calm by learning a new skill. Grab a paintbrush and flex your creativity, there really are so many reasons to take painting classes for adults.

No matter which Bay Area painting classes you choose to do, you’ll leave with a sense of accomplishment and feel confident enough to take your new hobby further. Once you’ve mastered acrylic paints, for example, why not take a course on how to use oil paints? Or if you’re experienced with putting paint to canvas, consider a class in watercolor art. There’s a perfect painting class for everyone, whether you’re based in San Jose, Alameda, or Palo Alto.

Don’t forget, too, that painting classes for adults make fun team-building activities for getting your colleagues together out of the office. Alternatively, art workshops make unusual birthday party ideas, where everyone leaves with a memento of their time spent in great company.

Release your inner artist at a paint party

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Paint The Town have created a paint party workshop that makes for fantastic bachelorette party ideas. Gather your girl gang together at a location of your choice – these painting classes for adults come to you, making the whole process much easier to organize – you could even bring your own snacks and drinks to round out the occasion. You select which painting you want to create and your instructor will guide you through the process, as well as providing all of the equipment that you need for creative fun.

Enjoy a sip and paint class in Oakland

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Wine & Design has developed a sip and paint class that will have everyone donning their aprons, pouring themselves a drink, and enjoying the chance to partake in some wine art. There’ll be some nibbles provided alongside the drinks – perfect for fueling creative genius – and you can always ask your talented teachers for guidance on how to paint. They’re there to help you and will be on hand throughout the painting class, providing easy-to-follow instructions. You’ll also all be able to select what image you want to paint in advance, so this painting workshop provides the ideal opportunity to get involved in some low-stakes step-by-step painting for beginners.

Customize a wine glass in these art classes

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If there’s someone special in your life who loves to get creative with paint but also enjoys a glass (or two!) of something delicious, give them a gift experience they won’t forget. The teacher of this painted wine glass workshop can travel within 50 miles of San Mateo, making this a flexible Bay Area activity. You’ll be given all of the paints and equipment as well as two wine glasses ready for customizing, so make the most of this glass painting class and consider what you want to paint before arriving. Perhaps some flora and fauna would look lovely, or a more abstract explosion of color? Either way, these painting classes for adults provide the perfect chance to get a group of friends together in a welcoming creative environment.

The great thing about these classes is that you'll have a fun wine glass to remember the day! After a painting class, you might feel like your hand-painted creation doesn't match the style of your home, but a wine glass is a perfect keepsake. Every time you pour yourself a glass you'll be inspired to be creative!

Learn how to paint with watercolors in Marina Bay

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You may have heard that watercolor painting can be difficult, but a floral watercolor class for beginners is specifically designed for those less familiar with the art form. Your teacher, Catherine, aims to introduce you to using watercolor paints in an accessible way. You’ll discover more about color theory and how to mix colors, as well as picking up basic strokes, before creating your own beautiful flower art. Treat yourself to a painting class where you’ll pick up a new skill and enjoy the mindful experience of learning how to watercolor.

Be inspired by nature at Spark Studio

Is there anything more awe-inspiring, humbling, and beautiful than the natural world? With the Painting Class: Inspired by Nature, you can take inspiration from the colors, textures, and shapes that you see all around you. These painting classes for adults will have you using watercolors, pencils, and water-soluble crayons to paint an object or series of objects from nature onto paper. Your teacher is on hand to provide guidance throughout the painting workshop and will teach you how to use different mediums and techniques to craft unique art. All skill levels are welcome, and the aim is to enjoy yourself whilst experiencing the destressing benefits of art classes.

Leave the office behind with a painting class

Taking part in office team-building activities is a great way of fostering collaboration and communication away from the office – and it’s a chance to have fun with your colleagues. This painting workshop for teams is designed for you and your co-workers to take part in a class on painting for beginners that will allow everyone to express their creativity in an enjoyable environment. 

You’ll all gather for the San Jose class and receive step-by-step instructions on how to paint. You’ll all be taking part in ‘A Piece of a Whole’, a project which will have everyone working on their own canvas whilst contributing to a larger group piece. You can always make it a sip and paint experience too if you choose to bring along some drinks and nibbles.

Learn encaustic painting for beginners in Walnut Creek

Wondering what encaustic painting is? Head over to encaustic painting class – beginner and discover more about this magical medium from your teacher, Melissa. These painting classes for adults are prefaced with a brief lesson on the medium, as well as an introduction to the relevant tools and supplies. You’ll be given all of the relevant safety instructions necessary before getting hands-on with techniques such as brushing and fusing. You’ll leave these art workshops with a feel for a unique creative practice that will have you crafting totally individual pieces of art.

If you're celebrating an important birthday, a painting party is a great way to spend time with friends and loved ones.




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