Paint and sip events combine a professionally-led painting class with a high-energy environment – and a few drinks. While wine is the most popular cocktail of choice during these activities, many folks have been opting for beer, liquor or even lemonade. The bottom line here is that you paint, enjoy a beverage and have fun (and as long as you do at least two of the three, you’re in good shape).

The Woodland Hills Magazine staff has rounded up the four most popular venues hosting paint and sip classes near Woodland Hills, so if you’re ready to try something new while unleashing your hidden Picasso within, take a chance on one of the following.

Calico Canvas, located at 4901 Topanga Canyon Boulevard Suite B, was founded by Allison Delaney-Lopez and Curtiss Lopez, with Allison boasting over a decade of experience teaching fine art and Curtiss having even more as an art director designing posters for some of Hollywood’s most successful films. Calico’s Wine and Paint Nights offer a great night out for adults who want to enjoy a lesson with friends while sipping on a refreshing, inspiring glass of vino.

Art Groove LA, located in Encino, is about more than just paint parties – here, different activities, including paint and sip events, await for the ultimate night out. The venue is also available for bridal showers, baby showers, corporate events, kids’ parties and more. Looking for something truly unique to do with friends? Believe us when we say that painting at a local bar makes for a social outing and a great stress reliever, and Art Groove LA delivers both in spades. Everyone from the expert artist to the novice painter is welcome here, and you can choose from projects that are simple to master yet challenging to expand upon, providing the best of both worlds. The Encino location proves fabulous, and adding to the revelries are food and occasional live music.

Pinot’s Palette, located at 17401 Ventura Boulevard at Encino Courtyard in Encino, invites you to an unforgettable evening of friends, fun, beer, wine and painting, providing everything you need for a great night out. A variety of wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages are available for purchase, with a number of exciting events/classes taking place at Pinot’s including Change of Seasons virtual class, Poppy Prism and A Walk Through Color. The venue is also available for everything from bachelorette parties to anniversaries and even corporate team-building events.

Paint Me a Party is a mobile entertainment company specializing in paint and sip services, offering fun paint parties for both adults and kids alike through the use of non-toxic, water-based acrylic paints. Serving Los Angeles and the surrounding area, Paint Me a Party brings the party and art materials to your place of choice, and no painting experience is necessary – the art instructor shows you the step-by-step process of creating beautiful paintings from beginning to end while you sip your favorite drink with friends, family and colleagues.

Paint and sip parties and classes are sometimes considered low on creativity, but they are undoubtedly fun and social. People enjoy them because it feels good to hang out with friends and create something, and the aforementioned paint and sip classes near Woodland Hills represent the pinnacle of this experience in the LA area.