Why I Keep My Paint Nights Small

I keep my paint nights small for a very simple reason: I care deeply about the experience people have when they show up to paint with me.

These evenings aren’t just something to do for a night out. They’re also a learning experience. I want people to leave not only with a painting they’re proud of, but with new skills, new understanding, and a deeper confidence in their ability to create.

Space to truly learn

When a group is small, I’m able to give people the extra support they may need. Painting can bring up uncertainty, especially for beginners, and having someone nearby to guide, encourage, and gently adjust technique can make all the difference.

My paint nights are both a lesson and an experience. Even absolute beginners walk away having learned real painting techniques they can use again. That kind of growth simply isn’t possible when the room is too full and attention is stretched thin.

Learning from experience

At one point, I experimented with just letting tickets sell without limit, and

I found myself facilitating a very large paint night. It taught me a lot, and it clarified what I don’t want for my classes.

In a big group, I couldn’t give everyone the individual time and care some people needed. A few participants felt rushed. Others quietly got overlooked. That didn’t sit right with me, and I knew I didn’t want to repeat that experience.

That moment reinforced something I truly believe: quality over quantity matters, especially in creative spaces.

My ideal paint night feels peaceful and spacious. There is beautiful, positive instrumental music. There is good lighting so you can truly see your work. There is room to spread out, get comfortable, chat without losing your voice, and breathe. There are yummy treats and refreshments that are complimentary.

This kind of atmosphere invites creativity to unfold naturally, without pressure, without rush. And it is a fun time!

Time to unwind

Because the group is small and the space is intentional, there’s flexibility. If someone needs a little extra time to finish a detail or wants to stay and paint a bit longer, that’s okay. We’re not racing the clock or waiting for a venue to close its doors.

We can slow down, settle in, and enjoy the process.

Fostering a creative community

Beyond teaching, I want to foster a small, supportive creative community. I love welcoming repeat painters and seeing people return to reconnect, continue learning, and share their creative journeys. Each paint night becomes part of something bigger, a space where creativity, learning, and human connection can grow over time. I am so thrilled about all the friends I have made along this creative path.

An experience I would want to attend myself

I offer the kind of experience I would want to attend myself, one where no one feels rushed, overlooked, or out of place.

My paint night evenings are about learning, creativity, connection, and community. I have found over the years , that keeping them small is a more intimate experience.

Remembering everyone’s faces and truly feel nourished at the end of the night.