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Where to Paint a Work of Art Around the Twin Cities
If you've been busy exploring Minneapolis homes for sale, you're sure to find your dream home soon! When you do, you'll want to make your new house feel like a home by choosing decor you love.
There's nothing quite like an original painting to give your walls some character. Sure, you could buy a painting, but why not make your own? There are several great DIY painting classes and parties in the area. They're a ton of fun and are a great way to relax. Best of all, when you're done, you'll have a one-of-a-kind creation to hang in your new home.
July is World Watercolor Month, making now the perfect time to try out your painting skills. Here are a few of the best local places where you can embrace your inner Picasso.
- Board and Brush Creative Studio: 5810 W. 36th St., St. Louis Park, MN 55416
Located in St. Louis Park, Board & Brush offers you the opportunity to paint your own timeless wooden signs. These instructor-led DIY workshops will teach you new skills and help you channel your creativity. No experience is necessary, and you're sure to create a project you'll be proud to display in your home.
Their wine and paint parties are always a blast! You'll BYOB, and they'll provide all the materials you need to distress, sand, stain, and paint your customized piece of art. - The Blue Fox: 3410 Boardman St., Minneapolis, MN 55417
The owners of The Blue Fox believe creating art shouldn't be stressful, and that anyone can do it. You'll find a range of DIY classes here, including pallet painting, barn quilt painting, drawing, and more.
They take their classes to various laid-back and fun locations around the Twin Cities. This allows them to choose places that have something special to offer – like incredible food or an inspiring atmosphere. You can follow them on Facebook to keep up with their latest class schedules. - Art & Elixir: 876 7th St. W #324, St. Paul, MN 55102
Want to throw a housewarming party with a fun twist? Book a private painting event with Art & Elixer. Their professionally trained artists will come to your location and help you enjoy art expression and stress reduction in a fun, social atmosphere.
They offer a huge range of class options, including a guided, step-by-step painting classes, paint-by-number, pet portraits, intuitive painting, mixed media, and more. - Wet Paint: 1684 Grand Ave., St. Paul, MN 55105
Looking for something a bit more formal? Wet Paint is an art store that offers a wide range of art classes. Some of the options you'll find here include oil pastels, color theory, acrylic painting, watercolor, and more.
If you're a budding artist and have been exploring St. Paul homes for sale, you'll definitely want to get to know the instructors here. - Creators Space: 218 7th St. E, St. Paul, MN 55101
If you want to connect with other artists and creatives, check out Creators Space. They offer memberships, which give you access to the space seven days a week, and benefits like being able to display and/or sell your work, access to classes, and more. Classes are also open to the public.
Some of the class options you'll find here include painting, abstract art, and figure drawing. They also offer health and fitness classes, meditation, and more.
There are so many things to love about living in the Twin Cities! If you haven't found your dream home yet, the experts at Counselor Realty are here to help. Call today to get started.
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