The Paint Factory

Just needed a day to do something therapeutic (lol). This was a good choice! I'm a bit of a perfectionist but love art... so so was excited and nervous. Everything was so organized and made the whole process enjoyable. Definitely would be better with friends to hang out with during "drying times".... but the owner was super friendly and a great teacher. I'm super excited to come back in a few weeks with some friends. :)

This place is so much fun! Music is great, the teacher is phenomenal and incredibly helpful. She also breaks down the painting into shapes and explains how to do various painting techniques, which I find helpful. The studio is spacious so there's no need to worry about bumping elbow with the person next to you. There is plenty of light throughout the studio and the acoustics are good- no echoing or tile clanging. I've been here twice and the people I've brought with me have also enjoyed themselves. I love the varied mediums this studio has to offer- canvas, wood, etc. Overall, this place gets 5-stars from me!

All the ladies in the family went as a get together, 11 of us. We had a GREAT time! They have beer & wine coolers for sale plus non-alcoholic beverages. The owner/instructor has the perfect personality to make it a fun and entertaining experience. I have never painted before and now have my own artwork in my work office....and, receive compliments on it! Definitely will return.

As soon as my date and I entered the doors, there was a phenomenal feeling of excitement and pure joy! There were bright studio lights, upbeat music being played, colorful walls displaying past projects and the fantastic feeling of woo-hoo! Let's get painting! Tara and her staff do an absolutely amazing job of creating a very welcoming and fun space to slow down, relax, and just 'be' in the moment. I have always wanted to take part in a painting class and this was everything I had hoped for times ten! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU for putting smiles on our faces and joy in our hearts! We will remember that day for years and years to come. :o)Denise LarsonDave Kruse

I've been to three Paint & Sip / Wine & Painting type studios in the metro area in the last few months and I have to say this one is my absolute favorite. The owner has such a passion for not only teaching, but also for creating and living. I thought her instructions were very helpful and she really gave you the encouragement to "make it your own" by using different colors or by following some of her alternative suggestions. She would say, "the designer intended this... but if you want, you can try this..." The music was great and there was just the right amount of time to work before the next instruction. The session was a lot longer than I expected. I never felt rushed and I was surprised at the time since it just flew by. This is the standard that I compare all the others to. The paintings in her collection & calendar are also different than the ones I typically see on other sites. Wonderful mix of family, couples & singles. It's worth the drive to Hutchinson!.