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Find painting classes in Pittsburgh, PA

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Top 10 painting classes in Pittsburgh, PA

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PiperQUINN Ceramics

PiperQUINN Ceramics

New on Lessons.com
12+ years in business
Serves Pittsburgh, PA & Online
Art is a piece of you! You can pick any piece you like! With patience and love, I will walk you through the steps and techniques so you make a beautiful piece you love and are proud of! Sometimes you need a break, leave your piece and come back to finish it later! I get so excited to teach the steps to make beautiful pieces. Functional and decorative! Seeing you happy with what you've made is so exciting to me!!
Thomas Bigatel Studio

Thomas Bigatel Studio

New on Lessons.com
27+ years in business
Serves Pittsburgh, PA
I have owned and operated my own art studio located on a seperate building on our property in Glenshaw, Pa for over 20 years. My main focus on 'teaching' art, painting, etc is to help students discover, enhance, enrich and develop their own personal creativity. By not overemphasizing 'techniques and standards' I want the artist to search inside themselves and give themselves permission to create from within themselves, what is unique to each individual. I have been an artist all of my life, at least as far back as I can remember. Drawing at an early age was instinctive to me, and I did it all the time. Then I discovered paint. And through sel...
Pittsburgh Artist Studio

Pittsburgh Artist Studio

New on Lessons.com
26+ years in business
Serves Pittsburgh, PA & Online
I have been an artist since the age of 11 and I minored in art. I have been teaching I've 10 years I love to see people learn and express themselves through art
Terri Perpich's Art Studio

Terri Perpich's Art Studio

New on Lessons.com
Serves Pittsburgh, PA
Terri Perpich's Art Studio, located in Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania, offers art classes to adults and children aged six and above. The studio is led by Terri Perpich, a member of various distinguished art societies, and an award-winning artist who has exhibited her work on multiple scales. Classes offered include drawing, cartooning, painting, mixed media, and calligraphy. Terri's experience and recognition extend to judging regional art exhibitions, showcasing the studio's commitment to nurturing artistic talent.
Fencl Studio

Fencl Studio

New on Lessons.com
Serves Pittsburgh, PA
In my fifteen plus years in Higher Ed I have taught hundreds of students to draw and paint. I am the department chair and professor of art at West Liberty University. I have had success with students of all backgrounds, ages and talent levels. My focus with students is increasing their perceptual sensitivity, the logic of representational space and making students more efficient so they can get more accomplished. I believe deeply that by improving ones drawing skills you also increase your ability to express yourself in whatever media you choose. I earned a MFA in drawing from the New York Academy of Art in NYC and a BFA in illustration from ...
Gabrielle Burke Art

Gabrielle Burke Art

New on Lessons.com
7+ years in business
Serves Pittsburgh, PA & Online
I craft my classes to your specific needs, from casual to serious artists. If you are an advanced student looking for something new to learn or a beginner looking to become a professional, I can help your artistic journey by teaching you valuable skills and sharing my knowlege! I can help you acheive specific goals with a cirriculum as advanced and in-depth as you are willing to put the effort into. I have been teaching art for 5 years. I have experience teaching students of all ages and skill levels. Teaching Michael's Art classes since 2017. Teaching How to Draw Comics at Pittsburgh Urban Christian School and Edinboro University Caricature...
Sweetwater Center For The Arts

Sweetwater Center For The Arts

New on Lessons.com
52+ years in business
Serves Pittsburgh, PA
Founded in 1974, Sweetwater Center for the Arts, located in Sewickley, Pennsylvania, and surrounding areas, is a nonprofit organization that offers a vast range of arts education opportunities. Starting as a grassroots initiative, it now offers over 400 classes and workshops in visual, performing, literary, and culinary arts. Positioned uniquely on the periphery of Pittsburgh, it provides easy access to quality cultural programs for many areas. Known for enriching the lives of children and adults alike, it is described as a great community resource.
Painting With A Twist

Painting With A Twist

New on Lessons.com
Serves Pittsburgh, PA
Painting with a Twist, founded in 2013, is a unique social destination in Pittsburgh and Robinson Township, Pennsylvania. Bringing together wine, art, and fun, they offer a relaxing and entertaining experience that inspires creativity. Guests are guided step-by-step by artist-entertainers in group painting classes, where they can socialize and enjoy their favorite beverages. Perfect for date nights, girls' nights out, team building, birthdays, and more, they also host private gatherings. Additionally, they offer take-home paint kits and virtual events for a versatile art experience.
Painting With A Twist

Painting With A Twist

New on Lessons.com
19+ years in business
Serves Pittsburgh, PA
Painting with a Twist, founded in 2007 in Pittsburgh, PA, is a unique, women-owned, no-experience needed art studio that combines wine, art, and fun. Every week, this premier paint and sip venue hosts events where participants can relax with friends and family, enjoy their favorite beverages and food, and create their own masterpiece under the guidance of talented local artists. Whether you're looking for a fun night out or planning a private gathering for birthdays, team building, or bridal parties, Painting with a Twist offers a memorable experience.
Painting With A Twist

Painting With A Twist

New on Lessons.com
Serves Pittsburgh, PA
Painting with a Twist, located in Monroeville and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a unique studio that combines art, wine, and fun. It offers easy-to-follow painting classes guided by artist-entertainers for individuals and groups. With events every week, it's an ideal place for private gatherings such as birthdays, team building, or bridal parties. Come drink wine, paint, and create your own work of art at Painting with a Twist.

Your Painting Lessons questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.com.

How much do painting classes cost?

Painting classes cost $200 to $500 for a 5- to 10-week course, or $20 to $80 per person for a single session. Local, city-sponsored classes typically cost less than private lessons or college courses. Some painting classes offer discounts for friends, children, or other groups.

Some instructors include all materials in their prices, while others require that you buy some or all of them yourself. Online painting classes can be done anywhere and can be paused as needed without slowing anyone else down.

How long are painting classes?

Painting classes usually last 1 to 3 hours¸ depending on the age group, experience level, and location. Kids' classes are shorter than adult or college-level classes and are sometimes only available during certain hours of the day.

What kind of painting class is best for beginners?

Acrylic paint is best for beginners because it is easy to work with, easy to clean up, and dries quickly. Watercolor paint is also convenient and easy to clean up, but it is harder to work with and correct mistakes. Oil paints are best for beginner or intermediate painters with some experience.

Where can I take painting classes?

You can take painting classes from local rec centers, colleges, private instructors, and paint-and-sip shops. Paint-and-sip businesses provide materials and instructions for students to complete while socializing and drinking or eating.

What do I bring to painting classes?

Some classes provide all of the paint and supplies. Others do not, and you will have to buy your own. This may include any of the following:

  • Paints
  • Brushes
  • Easel
  • Canvas
  • Apron

How do I hire a painting instructor?

Search our list of instructors, then:

  • Compare 3+ free estimates.
  • Explore reviews on Lessons and Google.
  • Choose an experienced instructor.
  • Make sure there are enough openings for you and any friends or family members you bring.
  • Make sure you have the right supplies if applicable.
  • Avoid making large payments up front.

What questions should I ask painting instructors?

When looking for local painting classes, ask the following questions:

  • How long have you been painting?
  • Do you allow walk-ins?
  • What type of paint would you recommend for my experience level?
  • What's your cancellation policy?
  • Do you have an age requirement?
  • How long are your classes?
  • Can I take my work home after class, or does it need to stay here to dry?
  • Will you give me an estimate and contract in writing?

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