On the day after Valentine’s Day, I signed up for a class on the Living Social app called: “Painting and Vino,” which took place at the Balboa Inn, a beautiful beach side resort, in southern California.
Since I did not receive flowers from a “loved” one on Valentine’s Day, I thought I would paint my own flowers and enjoy some vino, with my cousin, and about 40 other people.
As you can see, these two paintings were the examples of what we were supposed to paint, and since I love bright colors, I couldn’t wait to start painting.
For only $25, we were each given a blank canvas, 5 different size paint brushes, as much paint as we needed, an easel, a large water cup, and paper towels.
I enjoyed the step-by-step instructions given by our art teacher, who came up to my painting, and said, “You’re the rebel painter; love it,” which made me happy.
Since I went against the rules, and did my own colors, I was thrilled to be one of the non-conformists.
My cousin also painted a different color vase, and this was her first time EVER, to paint on a canvas.
This was so much fun, and reminded me of how much I love to paint with acrylics. I shall definitely sign up for more evenings like this one. We painted for 3 hours, and each month, on the Living Social App, you can see the various artists paintings on a calendar, and select the one you want to paint. A great way to decorate your house for only $25/painting, and it’s your own work.
Do you want to try this? If so, check out if they have one in your area.
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Miss Footloose says
Ever the rebel, Sonia! You do find the most fun things to do!
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Sonia Marsh/Gutsy Living says
Yes Miss Footloose, I do enjoy painting “my style,” even if it is considered weird or different.
I think the person who invented this painting and vino, is a genius.
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G R A H A M says
Sonia…..it is so great seeing your face…that smiling face !!!….you DO Look happy !!
and that painting of yours> cannot be the first time you painted…… NOR painted w/ a bit of vino…..?
so sorry that I don’t get too many chances to say hello as I am on the grindstone here
with a lot to do…..at my studio.
My best to you….I am still @ peets every morning ( I love that place AND THE COFFEE)
graham
Sonia Marsh says
Graham,
Thanks for leaving a nice comment, and I shall be at Peets soon. I go to my local Peets on Newport Avenue, but sometimes stop at the Lake Forest one. Glad to hear you’re busy with projects.
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ladyfi says
What fun – and I like your painting too.
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Sonia Marsh says
Thank you Fiona. Have you also painted? I know photography is your skill.
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