Workshops & Courses
Creative Cafés

A space for all things creative!

A space for all things creative! Workshops, inspiring community events, and plenty of room to explore your own ideas, for all ages* and every level.

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_{*Currently, children’s programs are available only at our Zürich location.}

Painting, drinks & good vibes!

Art, coffee & creativity in one place – drop by on your own, with friends or as a team.

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Studio in Basel & Zurich

Twice as much fun, twice as many ideas

For the curious & doers

From colourful workshops to wild experiences

Bye everyday life, hello good mood!

Come over, let go and just have a good time

Zürich

New: Action Painting Park – Splash, Drip, Throw!

Paint flies through the air, and brushes can take a break: with the Action Painting Park, Paint It Easy is opening a brand-new creative playground. Book your slot at your convenience, grab some water pistols, balloons and paint bombs – and just get started.

Basel & Zürich

The perfect gift for creatives

Give the gift of creative moments in Basel and Zurich. Order your voucher online now, print it instantly, or collect the chic gift version from us.

Basel

Pottery courses from January 2026 now also in Basel

Paint It Easy is expanding its creative offering in Basel from January 2026. At Spalenring 103, a fully equipped area for pottery will be created with everything that goes with it.

Basel

Paint It Easy opens new Ceramic Painting Studio in Basel

We have exciting news: Paint it Easy is growing in Basel! From 1 September 2025, we will be taking over "ceramico - paint your own ceramics". Just a few days later, on 3 September 2025, we will celebrate the opening of our second location there - the Ceramic Painting Studio Basel.

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Swimming Jewels

Guided Acrylic Painting Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
ZÜRICH · PIE Action Painting Park
2.5 Hours

from 70.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

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Golden fish, flowing brushstrokes, and a splash of good fortune.
Step into the shimmering world of koi — the legendary fish that symbolise luck, prosperity, and long life. In this peaceful yet vibrant painting session, we’ll be creating our own graceful koi swimming through still waters, with flowing lines, glowing colours, and a whole lot of zen energy.

You’ll learn how to capture movement and shine with your brush, blending vibrant tones of orange, gold, and crimson to bring your koi to life. Whether your style is bold and graphic or soft and dreamy — these swimming jewels are your canvas to play.

This is one of those paintings that feels as calming to create as it is stunning to hang.

Paint like Vincent: Starry Night

Guided Acrylic Painting Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
BASEL · PIE Creative Café
2.5 Hours

from 70.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

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Paint like Vincent…
Some skies are calm. This one is electric — spinning with stars, streaked with midnight blue, and pulsing with van Gogh’s restless, brilliant energy.

In this vivid, feel-everything painting session, you’ll step into the swirl and create your own version of the world’s most famous night. Deep blues, bright yellows, bold strokes — it’s less about getting it “right” and more about letting the movement take over.

Along the way, you’ll discover what makes van Gogh’s style so unforgettable: the power of expressive brushwork, the rhythm of every stroke, and how much personality can live inside the way you apply paint. You’ll learn that a brushstroke is not just a technique — it’s a form of expression. A small movement of your hand can completely change the feeling of a painting.

We’ll guide you through building layers, creating movement, and finding your own interpretation of this iconic artwork. You might even discover something about your own artistic style — how you naturally use colour, texture, and energy to tell a story on canvas.

Picasso in Pajamas

Kids & Parents Guided Painting Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
ZÜRICH · PIE Action Painting Park
2 hours

from 55.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

Tickets Eventdetails

Saturday morning art fun for kids (and cool parents too)
No need to change out of your jammies — just roll in, grab a brush, and get painting!

This fun-filled Saturday class is made for kids aged 6–12 and packed with creative projects, giggles, and good vibes. Parents are welcome to join and paint side-by-side with their little artists (yes, matching masterpieces are totally a thing).

Here’s how it flows:
🕥 10:20–10:30 → Arrival / Drop-off
🎨 10:30–12:00 → Guided art project time
📸 12:00–12:15 → Pick-up + silly family photos (encouraged!)

Each participant paints on 30 x 40 cm canvas. The theme changes every week, but one thing’s for sure: it’ll be a crowd-pleaser — colourful, fun, and totally kid-approved.

PJs optional. Creativity? Always.

Action Painting, Neon Edition

Guided Expressive Abstract Art Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
ZÜRICH · PIE Action Painting Park
2.5 hours

from 60.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

Tickets Eventdetails

Splash. Drip. Splatter. Then… Glow.
Looking for a creative experience that’s energetic, expressive and unlike anything you’ve tried before?

Our Neon Action Painting Workshop combines the freedom and excitement of Action Painting with the spectacular world of fluorescent colours and UV light, creating abstract artworks that transform before your eyes.

After a short introduction, your instructor will guide the group through a series of Action Painting techniques while explaining the artistic principles behind strong abstract compositions. You’ll explore layering, movement, colour relationships, texture and composition as your painting gradually develops over approximately two hours. Rather than following a predefined design, every splash, brushstroke and creative decision becomes the inspiration for the next, allowing your artwork to evolve naturally from one moment to another.

Action Painting is an intuitive creative journey. Every mark on the canvas invites a new response, creating a continuous process of experimenting, observing and building upon what has already emerged. Throughout the workshop, you’ll work with a wide variety of paints, bottles, brushes, palette knives, rollers and other creative tools while your instructor demonstrates techniques, shares artistic insights and offers individual guidance whenever you need it.

And then the magic begins.

As the studio lights fade and the UV lights come to life, your painting reveals an entirely new personality. Fluorescent colours begin to glow, hidden details suddenly appear, and layers you barely noticed under daylight transform into vibrant, luminous compositions. What felt exciting before suddenly becomes immersive.

No two paintings will ever look alike. While everyone explores the same techniques together, each participant follows their own creative path, discovering a unique balance between spontaneity, intuition and artistic intention.

Whether you’re looking to switch off after a busy week, celebrate with friends or simply experience painting in a completely different way, the Neon Action Painting Workshop combines creative freedom, artistic guidance and an unforgettable visual spectacle unlike any other workshop.

You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind artwork that tells two stories—one in daylight, and another that only comes alive under UV light.
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Letting Go

Guided Acrylic Painting Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
ZÜRICH · PIE Action Painting Park
2.5 Hours

from 70.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

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Float, release, imagine.
In this acrylic session, you’ll paint Banksy’s iconic little girl — this time letting go of a cluster of drifting balloons — set against a bold, abstract background full of colour, texture, and playful motion. You’ll learn how to build dynamic layers with brushes and palette knives, blending shapes and strokes to create a vibrant atmosphere that makes the figure and balloons feel weightless.

No experience needed — just drop in, follow the guided steps, and enjoy painting something expressive, modern, and full of lift.

Scent of Golden Mist

Guided Acrylic Painting Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
BASEL · PIE Creative Café
2.5 Hours

from 75.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

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Chill flowers. Warm shimmer. Fancy-ish fun.
In this laid-back, half-abstract floral session, we’re keeping things simple — but with a golden glow. Soft white flowers bloom against a dreamy mix of greys and warm metallic tones, creating a painting that feels calm, modern, and just a little bit glamorous.

This is all about effortless elegance. You’ll build your flowers using a mix of palette knife work and textured paste, giving them shape, depth, and a slightly sculptural feel that stands out beautifully from the background.

We’ll explore a range of playful techniques — from sponging and gentle gradients to subtle dripping effects — creating soft transitions and layered textures without overworking the piece. You’ll also learn how to work with metallic coloursso they keep their shine and don’t disappear into the acrylics.

Along the way, we’ll focus on how to combine different techniques harmoniously, and how to use contrast — between soft and bold, matte and shimmer, light and shadow — to create either a more dramatic statement or a calm, balanced composition.

Perfect for beginners, minimalists, and anyone who loves a touch of glow without the stress.
No pressure. No rules. Just relaxed vibes and a painting that quietly shines. ✨

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Your First Creation on the Wheel: Embracing Wabi-Sabi

Wheel-Throwing Taster Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
PIE Ceramics Zürich
2.5 Hours

from 120.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

Tickets Eventdetails

Spin it. Shape it. Love the wonky bits.

Ever dreamed of making your own cup or bowl on the pottery wheel? This is your moment to try – no pressure, no perfection, just you, the clay, and the magic of Wabi-Sabi.

In this relaxed, beginner-friendly event, you’ll learn the basics of wheel throwing, how to center the clay, and how to pull up your very first form – maybe a cup, maybe something totally unexpected (and that’s perfectly okay).

We’ll embrace wobbles, curves, and character, celebrating the Japanese art of Wabi-Sabi – finding beauty in imperfection and joy in the process, not just the result.

No experience? No problem. You’ll leave with a piece that’s 100% yours – shaped by your hands and full of personality.

✨ How PIE Ceramics Events Work

Treat yourself to a hands-on creative moment — where you can sip, snack, and sculpt your way through a fun and relaxing ceramics session. Whether you come solo, with friends, or for a team night out, you’ll enjoy a feel-good atmosphere, great company, and your very own ceramic creation to take home (well… after it’s been fired 😉).

Each event is led by one of our friendly ceramic artists, who’ll guide you step-by-step through shaping and decorating your piece. No pressure, no perfection — just good vibes, creative flow, and the joy of getting your hands dirty in the best possible way.

Most of our events take place in our beautiful, cosy studios in Zürich and Basel — fully equipped, full of charm, and designed to spark your imagination. Every now and then, we also pop up in partner venues like bars, cafés, or sunny outdoor locations.

🏺 What’s Included

All tools, materials, and clay
Personal guidance from an experienced ceramic instructor
One piece included for firing and glazing (extras optional for a small fee)
A welcoming and inspiring studio space to explore ceramics at your own pace
The option to return and glaze your piece in one of two ways:
→ Join a glazing workshop at a discounted price
→ Or glaze it yourself in our Creative Café for CHF 20 — walk in or reserve a table during opening hours

Arrival: Please come 10–15 minutes early to settle in and grab your welcome drink
Cancellations: Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours
Rescheduling: Possible up to 72 hours before the workshop
Pickup: Pieces are ready around 4 weeks after your session
All levels welcome — no experience needed, just curiosity and a willingness to get a little messy
Alcohol: Only served to guests aged 18+

👉 Full terms & policies: shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms

Wheel-throwing Taster

Wheel-Throwing Taster Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
PIE Ceramics Zürich
2.5 Hours

from 120.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

Tickets Eventdetails

🎡 Just curious? Even better.

This is your chance to dip a toe (or both hands!) into the wild, whirling world of the pottery wheel — no pressure, no experience needed. In this wheel-throwing taster workshop, you’ll learn how to center, pull, and shape clay like a true ceramic boss. It’s messy, magical, and way more satisfying than your average Saturday scroll session.

You’ll get hands-on with the basics of wheel-throwing — and walk away with at least one piece to call your own. Plus, you’ll leave knowing whether this hobby is a fling or the beginning of a full-blown love affair.

No experience necessary. Just bring your curiosity — we’ll handle the spin cycle.

Christmas Spirit: Christmas Tree Decoration

Guided Ceramics Workshop: Handbuilding

Workshop
Beginner
PIE Ceramics Zürich
2.5 Hours

from 80.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

Tickets Eventdetails

🎄 A Festive Ceramics Workshop for Dreamers, Makers & Christmas Enthusiasts

Clay, sparkle, stars, and a touch of holiday magic — let’s make something truly merry.

In this joyful, beginner-friendly ceramics session, you’ll design and shape your own Christmas ornaments: hearts, stars, trees, or anything your imagination jingles up.

No experience? No worries. Just bring your holiday spirit (and maybe a favourite cookie recipe to share).

We’ll guide you step-by-step through shaping, decorating, and glazing your one-of-a-kind ornaments — perfect for gifting or keeping as a little piece of Christmas cheer.
Leave with handmade ornaments full of charm, stories, and a little bit of holiday magic.

What you’ll do:

✨ Learn the basics of slab rolling and hand-building, and shaping flat clay pieces

🎁 Create 8-10 unique ceramic ornaments — classic, quirky, or completely personal

🌟 Add texture, patterns, and colour using stamps and underglazes

🔥 Leave the firing and glazing to us — your finished pieces will be ready to pick up in about 4 weeks

After the event, we’ll glaze and fire your pieces.
They’ll be ready to pick up in around 4 weeks—fully finished, and irresistibly giftable (if you can bear to part with them).

✨ How PIE Ceramics Events Work

Treat yourself to a hands-on creative moment — where you can sip, snack, and sculpt your way through a fun and relaxing ceramics session. Whether you come solo, with friends, or for a team night out, you’ll enjoy a feel-good atmosphere, great company, and your very own ceramic creation to take home (well… after it’s been fired 😉).

Each event is led by one of our friendly ceramic artists, who’ll guide you step-by-step through shaping and decorating your piece. No pressure, no perfection — just good vibes, creative flow, and the joy of getting your hands dirty in the best possible way.

Most of our events take place in our beautiful, cosy studios in Zürich and Basel — fully equipped, full of charm, and designed to spark your imagination. Every now and then, we also pop up in partner venues like bars, cafés, or sunny outdoor locations.

🏺 What’s Included

All tools, materials, and clay
Personal guidance from an experienced ceramic instructor
One piece included for firing and glazing (extras optional for a small fee)
A welcoming and inspiring studio space to explore ceramics at your own pace
The option to return and glaze your piece in one of two ways:
→ Join a glazing workshop at a discounted price
→ Or glaze it yourself in our Creative Café for CHF 20 — walk in or reserve a table during opening hours

🔥 Firing & Pickup

We take care of firing and glazing your ceramic piece after the workshop.
Firing takes approx. 4 weeks – we’ll contact you when your piece is ready for pickup.

🥂 A Toast to Creativity

Every workshop starts with a complimentary welcome drink to help you settle in and spark your creative side. Choose from:

A soft drink or hot drink
A glass of wine, prosecco, or beer
Or our rotating Cocktail of the Week

Feeling fancy? Upgrade to a signature cocktail, mocktail, or smoothie for just CHF 5–9.

🍴 Hungry for More? (in ZH)

Our Creative Café is open during your session — with wraps, bowls, snacks, sweet treats and more to fuel your inspiration. Additional drinks and food are available à la carte throughout the workshop.

📋 Good to Know

Arrival: Please come 10–15 minutes early to settle in and grab your welcome drink
Cancellations: Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours
Rescheduling: Possible up to 72 hours before the workshop
Pickup: Pieces are ready around 4 weeks after your session
All levels welcome — no experience needed, just curiosity and a willingness to get a little messy
Alcohol: Only served to guests aged 18+

👉 Full terms & policies: shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms

Your First Creation on the Wheel: Embracing Wabi-Sabi

Wheel-Throwing Taster Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
PIE Ceramics Zürich
2.5 Hours

from 120.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

Tickets Eventdetails

All tools, materials, and clay
Personal guidance from an experienced ceramic instructor
One piece included for firing and glazing (extras optional for a small fee)
A welcoming and inspiring studio space to explore ceramics at your own pace
The option to return and glaze your piece in one of two ways:
→ Join a glazing workshop at a discounted price
→ Or glaze it yourself in our Creative Café for CHF 20 — walk in or reserve a table during opening hours

Arrival: Please come 10–15 minutes early to settle in and grab your welcome drink
Cancellations: Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours
Rescheduling: Possible up to 72 hours before the workshop
Pickup: Pieces are ready around 4 weeks after your session
All levels welcome — no experience needed, just curiosity and a willingness to get a little messy
Alcohol: Only served to guests aged 18+

👉 Full terms & policies: shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms

Wheel-throwing Taster

Wheel-Throwing Taster Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
PIE Ceramics Zürich
2.5 Hours

from 120.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

Tickets Eventdetails

Wheel-throwing Taster

Wheel-Throwing Taster Workshop

Workshop
Beginner
PIE Ceramics Basel
2.5 Hours

from 120.– CHF

Up to 20% discount for Members

Tickets Eventdetails

A chill, beginner-friendly session led by our wheel-throwing wizards
Step-by-step intro to centering, pulling, and shaping on the wheel
Time to finesse your form and feel the clay do its thing
A playful, supportive vibe where mistakes are just part of the fun
All tools, clay, and good energy provided

🎁 What You’ll Take Home

One fired & glazed ceramic piece (included in the price — we’ll handle the rest)
The option to keep more pieces for CHF 15 each
The pure joy of creating something from spinning mud
A solid intro to wheel-throwing, and whether a full course is your next step

🧠 Who It’s For

Total newbies who’ve always wanted to try “that Ghost movie thing”
Hands-on creatives craving a screen-free adventure
Friends, dates, teams — anyone up for a shared spin
Future potters testing the waters before diving into a full course

📦 A Few More Things to Know

No need to bring anything – just wear something comfy you don’t mind getting a bit clay-kissed
Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to settle in
Firing and glazing takes 4 weeks – we’ll let you know when your piece is ready
Tickets are transferable, but non-refundable within 36 hours
If you fall in love with wheel-throwing (warning: you might), we’ve got full courses and studio classes waiting for you!

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Workshops & Courses

With Paint It Easy, there are endless possibilities - whether you just want to try something new, are creative as a hobby or are completely art-crazy. Find the perfect way to give free rein to your creativity.

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Zürich

Whether it's painting ceramics in the Creative Café, inspiring workshops - at PIE Studio Zurich you'll find creative freedom in a cosy atmosphere. There's also fine coffee, delicious food and plenty of space for your ideas.

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Basel

In Basel you’ll find two creative spaces: At our Studio near the train station, you can paint in an inspiring atmosphere, join workshops, or enjoy free creative time. At the Ceramic Painting Studio Basel on Spalenring, everything revolves around ceramic painting – from mugs to bowls, uniquely designed by you.

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