Painting Classes In London

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By scarlett welch Editor, DesignMyNight Scarlett has covered the UK's best restaurants, bars and events for DesignMyNight since 2023. She holds an MA in Media & Journalism, with bylines in The Crack magazine and South London News, among others. Last updated on 19th August 2026

Looking to unleash your inner artist? There are plenty of creative and quirky things to do in our city, but nothing quite beats getting out the paints and really going letting all go on canvas. Whether you're a budding Botticelli or your work is a little more Picasso in its approach, we've got the events for you. From prosecco-fuelled landscapes to pottery, here are the best painting classes in London.




Pizza & Paint Bottomless Brunch

@ 118 The Lane on Various dates from Saturday 19th September 2026

Street art meets Italian culinary flair at 118 The Lane. Get on down to tuck into bottomless stone-baked pizza as you unleash your inner graffiti artist.

To ignite your creative juices, there's 60 minutes of unlimited beers, wine, prosecco and mocktails. Stick around for the after party on selected dates and you can get down to house, electro and all kinds of nostalgic beats.

Sip & Paint Experiences

Looking to unleash your inner artist? Sip & Paint is your chance to get creative at venues across London. 

Whether you pop over to Oak Caffe, artsdepot, the stunning Crystal Salt Cave or anywhere else, you'll make a masterpiece under the expert guidance of resident artists. Tickets start from just £16.50 and get you all the materials, tools and tips you need to show off your skills.

Paint a Pic London

Over at Paint a Pic, you get to make a masterpiece and enjoy a couple of drinks at the same time. To help you get creative, you'll be guided by their resident artist and have all the materials included. You'll even get to take your work home with you.

Paint & Sip in Shoreditch

@ Alfi on Saturday 26th September 2026 and 28 other Saturdays

Let's be honest: most of us could do with switching off our screens and doing something tangible, which is why this lively Paint & Sip night at ALFI invites you to ditch the pressure of perfectionism and just have a laugh with a canvas. Absolutely zero artistic background is required here; the resident artist will hold your hand through the entire process, ensuring you end up with something you'd actually hang on your wall.

Your ticket hooks you up with all the gear you need and a glass of fizz on arrival to get the creative juices flowing. From there, you're free to sip, paint, and dive into ALFI's legendary selection of traditional pastas, stone-baked pizzas, and cocktails.

Paint and Sip Classes

Join the fun at Wimbledon Art Studios for their lively Sip and Paint Classes. Ideal for groups, teams, or anyone looking to enjoy a creative afternoon on their own, this event combines painting, laughter, and a glass of your favourite beverage.

Whether you're an experienced artist or a first-time painter, you'll be guided by a skilled instructor through a fun, step-by-step painting experience. While sipping on your drink and chatting with friends, you'll create a beautiful painting to take home. It's the perfect way to unwind, connect, and unleash your creativity, with tickets from just £30.

Party n Paint

Looking for something a little different? Party N Paint combines art and booze for one helluva evening, sound tracked by a DJ blaring top quality 90s hip hop, R&B and club classics. Not only will you get to take your masterpiece home, there'll also be a competition for the best piece.

The Purple Owl

Over in Wandsworth, The Purple Owl is an intriguing mix of pub, cafe and creative space. Its bright and airy art studio is the perfect place to slow down and grab some priceless minutes of mindfulness.

From just £25 per person, you can paint fabrics, pottery and canvas or get to grips with air-dry and kiln dry clay. Class times are available every 30 minutes, seven days a week.

ArtistAnd

Whether you're an absolute beginner or simply just haven't touched a paintbrush in years, ArtistAnd's classes are perfect for helping you develop your skills. Head to one of their workshops to learn a bunch of techniques, plus enjoy some great company at the same time.

DWTN

If you're on the hunt for some more artistic classes in London, then check out DWTN. Enjoy sipping on drinks at the bar, as well as cracking tunes and scrumptious fare at their top-notch events. If that wasn't enough, you'll get to take home your very own painting - best one gets a prize.

Paint and Sip London - Paintvine

If you're feeling creative and fancy a little tipple, then Paintvine has the thing for you. Join their fabulous classes where you'll learn how to create your own masterpiece with a couple of glasses of wine or beer.

These sessions take place all over the city, offering helpful instructors and all the materials you need to create your painting.

Lonely Arts Club

The Owl & Hitchhiker is transformed into an art studio at the Lonely Arts Club Sip & Paint. Super talented artist Jack is on hand to guide you as your create an acrylic masterpiece on an A3 canvas.

Expect a relaxed yet buzzy atmosphere, with music playing and drinks flowing. Tickets are just £31.90 and include everything you need to get creative as well as a welcome drink. What's more, The Front Room's small, guided studio sessions are the perfect place to unleash your inner artist. At The Art of Water, resident artists deliver prompts to help you explore movement, softness and flow. Tickets are just £43.20 and include all the materials and guidance you need to get creative, plus a welcome drink and your masterpiece to take home.

Neon Naked Life Drawing

Looking for weekend art classes in London? Neon Naked Life Drawing are hosting quirky workshops in venues across London to brighten up your Sundays (literally). You'll be encouraged to think outside the box while using UV light and glowing paints to create your masterpieces.

Something Good Workshops

Ready to unleash your inner artist? Something Good Workshops is hosting a series of inspiring painting sessions in Deptford, perfect for both beginners and experienced creatives.

Whether you're learning the ropes with Bruna Maria or experimenting with fresh flower gelli painting, these workshops offer a relaxed and encouraging environment to develop your skills. With all materials provided and friendly experts on hand, it's an effortless way to enjoy a splash of colour in your week.