You live a busy life, where you are controlled. Always controlled, or controlling?
Making sure X gets to Y, before Y needs Z. Even just writing this makes it exhausting. But imagine if you could switch off from that. Even if just for a few hours. Our Open Canvas Expression Sessions let you do just that. And you’re probably thinking, “but I don’t know what to paint” or “I can’t paint”, again, let go of the control.
Our artists will guide you through techniques to try, your mood might dictate the colours you choose, and once you find a motion that feels good – well then, you’ll keep doing that. This class is about releasing emotion, placing it on the canvas, and letting it stay there. As a masterpiece.
What To Expect At Our Open Canvas Expression Sessions
All art materials will be provided for you to walk in and start creating. With a mix of old school classics and other music favourites playing you’ll be transported to a good time. Our artists will guide you step-by-step through techniques you can try and then you just let yourself move freely on the canvas.
Many of our Picassos also come prepared with images of inspirations from Pinterest or other artists they adore, which they’d like to recreate and display at home.
Either option is entirely up to you – however we really do suggest just trying the Open Canvas Expression Session and placing no control on how the artwork will turn out. It really is just all about allowing yourself to express freely. Who knows, you might just find yourself being present and at peace.
Our Open Canvas Expression Session Artwork
We abandon defined subjects to focus solely on the expressive power of abstract formations, expressing emotions through brushstrokes, colours, patterns, and textures.
Expressive art allows you to art without rules or expectations. It encourages our brain to respond in a less restrictive and stereotypical manner, calming the mind in a fun, playful, and messy way!
How To Book An Open Canvas Expression Session With Your Local Studio
Hosting your own Open Canvas Expression Session is as easy as ABC. Find your local Pinot & Picasso studio and enquire about how you can host a Open Canvas Expression Session at the studio. For a private event, you can book out the entire studio to yourself, sip on a delicious BYO* beverage and create a masterpiece for your home gallery.
If you have a small group and can’t find any Open Canvas Expression Session sip & paint sessions online, send your studio an email to express your interest. They’ll keep you updated and let you know when the Open Canvas Expression session is live on their website.
*Excluding the Taranaki studio as of 15/7/24.
FAQs
- I can’t see any Open Canvas Expression Session available for my local studio, what do I do?
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Your best bet on hosting a Open Canvas Expression Session session at your local studio is to request this as a private event. Head to our Private Events page and click on the ‘Get A Quote’ button. Fill out the private booking form and under Special Requests, mention you’d like to have an Open Canvas Expression Session.
Another step you can do is to head to your local studio’s website. Here you can find their email address where you can contact them directly about your Open Canvas Expression Session request.
- What do I need to bring to an Open Canvas Expression Session?
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Nothing! Unless you want to BYO* your own drinks. Otherwise, all you need to worry about is turning up on time and letting your mind run freely with a paintbrush in hand.
*Excluding the Taranaki studio as of 15/7/24.