Watercolour courses
Watercolour painting courses with lots of fun
Our watercolour painting courses are like taking a leap into a flowing colour magic: easy, relaxed and full of creative energy. Whether you want to learn watercolour painting as a complete beginner, are looking for an inspiring watercolour painting course or want to refine your style as a professional - you are guaranteed to find the right watercolour painting course with us.
Introduction to Watercolor Painting
A 4-Week PIE Basic Course
- Multi-day Course
- Beginner
- PIE Basel
- 4 × 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Watercolor: light, flowing, and sometimes… totally unpredictable.
That’s exactly what makes it so exciting.
In this 4-week course, you’ll explore the basics of painting with watercolor — one of the most loved (and sometimes feared) mediums in the art world. Whether you’re continuing your journey after our Acrylics course or jumping straight into watercolors for the first time, this course is designed to help you understand the medium and feel in control while still embracing its natural, fluid beauty.
You’ll learn essential watercolor techniques like wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, layering, glazing, and lifting. You’ll discover how to balance control with flow, how to build vibrant layers without overworking your painting, and how to let the water do part of the magic for you.
By the end, you’ll have the skills to start painting with confidence — and a whole new appreciation for this playful, flowing medium.
✏️ What to Expect
- Step-by-step weekly guidance from a professional artist
- Live demonstrations to introduce each technique
- Time to practise and experiment with each method
- A relaxed, supportive space where you can ask questions and explore your style
🧠 What You’ll Learn
- Core watercolor techniques: wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, layering & more
- How to build light, depth, and texture with transparent layers
- Controlling water and pigment flow
- Lifting and correcting techniques
- How to balance planning with playful exploration
🎁 What’s Included
We provide everything you need:
- Watercolor paper, paints, brushes & tools
- Full use of our professional studio and materials
Just bring your curiosity — we’ll take care of the rest.
🤔 Is This Course Right for Me?
Absolutely! Whether you’re building on your painting basics or diving straight into watercolors, this course will give you the confidence, techniques, and freedom to let the paint flow without fear.
🥂 First Class Vibes: Sips & Hellos
We like to kick things off on a warm and social note. During the first class, we’ll take a little extra time to get to know each other — and we’ll toast to the beginning of your creative journey with a welcome drink.
📦 A Few More Things to Know
- Please arrive 15 minutes early to settle in and connect with your classmates
- We’ll safely store your artwork between sessions and package it beautifully at the end
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the first class
- Keep practicing! Our Studio Classes are the perfect way to keep that brush moving
A Quiet Place
Paint & Sip – PIE Watercolor Painting Event
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Classroom Zürich
- 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
This is not a place you look for.
A quiet that isn’t constructed, but gently arrives.
The watercolour allows the scene to remain open — light drifting into water, movement dissolving into stillness. What remains is not a destination, but a pause. A space where nothing asks to be more than it is.
This painting rests in that in-between: calm, unforced, and quietly present.
✨ How the Event Works
Treat yourself to a creative experience, where you can unwind, sip & snack, and have fun with your friends — or make new ones — as you paint and craft your way through a feel-good session led by our lovely local artists.
Most of our events take place in our beautiful, cozy studios — full of color, good vibes, and a warm, artistic atmosphere. Occasionally, we also pop up in local bars, restaurants, or outdoor locations during the sunny season.
No prior experience? No problem! We provide everything:
- A chill, friendly atmosphere
- All the necessary art supplies
- Pre-prepared templates
- Step-by-step guidance from our instructors
All you need to bring is your good vibes and curiosity! Whether you’re painting or getting crafty, you’ll leave with your own unique creation and plenty of great memories.
🥂 Artsy Sips & Bites*
Every event includes a complimentary welcome drink to get your creativity flowing. You can choose from:
- A soft drink or hot drink
- A glass of wine, prosecco, or beer
- Or our Cocktail of the Week (rotates weekly)
Want to upgrade your welcome drink? We serve a curated selection of cocktails, mocktails, smoothies and more for just CHF 5–9 more.
🍴 Feeling peckish? Our Creative Café offers a delicious à la carte menu throughout the session — featuring homemade wraps, salad bowls, finger foods, and healthy snacks — perfect for fueling your inner artist. Extra drinks are also available at regular menu prices.
*Artsy bites and a curated selection of cocktails and smoothies — currently available only at our Creative Café, Bederstrasse 94, Zürich.
📋 Good to Know
- Arrival: Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to grab your drink and settle in. If you arrive earlier, we cannot guarantee that we can seat you or let you into the venue yet. Thank you for your understanding! 💛
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the event.
- Alcohol: Served only to guests aged 18+.
For full terms & policies, please visit: https://shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms
🖼️ Paper & Materials
Your ticket includes high-quality watercolor paper (30 × 40 cm, 300 gsm) — the perfect surface for your creative flow.
💞 Painting in Pairs? Yes, Please!
Couples, besties, or family duos — this one’s for you:
You can choose to paint in pairs, where two canvases become one artwork. The theme will be split in two, and each of you paints one half that aligns perfectly with the other.
Just let us know on the spot, and we’ll set you up!
Stairway to Heaven
Paint & Sip – PIE Watercolor Painting Event
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Classroom Zürich
- 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Flow. Fade. Glow. A path into light.
In this watercolour painting session on paper, we’re following the Stairway to Heaven. Picture a glowing staircase descending towards a shimmering lake, painted in sunlit ochre and layered blues. With washes, blends, and flowing pigments, you’ll capture that dreamy moment where landscape turns almost lyrical.
No experience needed — just curiosity for colour, water, and the way light plays on paper. You’ll leave with a painting that feels airy, radiant, and full of summer vibes.
✨ How the Event Works
Treat yourself to a creative experience, where you can unwind, sip & snack, and have fun with your friends — or make new ones — as you paint and craft your way through a feel-good session led by our lovely local artists.
Most of our events take place in our beautiful, cozy studios — full of color, good vibes, and a warm, artistic atmosphere. Occasionally, we also pop up in local bars, restaurants, or outdoor locations during the sunny season.
No prior experience? No problem! We provide everything:
- A chill, friendly atmosphere
- All the necessary art supplies
- Pre-prepared templates
- Step-by-step guidance from our instructors
All you need to bring is your good vibes and curiosity! Whether you’re painting or getting crafty, you’ll leave with your own unique creation and plenty of great memories.
🥂 Artsy Sips & Bites*
Every event includes a complimentary welcome drink to get your creativity flowing. You can choose from:
- A soft drink or hot drink
- A glass of wine, prosecco, or beer
- Or our Cocktail of the Week*(rotates weekly)
Want to upgrade your welcome drink? We serve a curated selection of cocktails, mocktails, smoothies and more for just CHF 5–9 more.
🍴 Feeling peckish? Our Creative Café* offers a delicious à la carte menu throughout the session — featuring homemade wraps, salad bowls, finger foods, and healthy snacks — perfect for fueling your inner artist. Extra drinks are also available at regular menu prices.
*Artsy bites and a curated selection of cocktails and smoothies — currently available only at our Creative Café, Bederstrasse 94, Zürich.
📋 Good to Know
- Arrival: Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to grab your drink and settle in.
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the event.
- All ages welcome: Children from age 6 and up with a guardian.
- Alcohol: Served only to guests aged 18+.
For full terms & policies, please visit: https://shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms
💞 Painting in Pairs? Yes, Please!
Couples, besties, or family duos — this one’s for you:
You can choose to paint in pairs, where two canvases become one artwork. The theme will be split in two, and each of you paints one half that aligns perfectly with the other.
Just let us know on the spot, and we’ll set you up!
Introduction to Watercolor Painting
A 4-Week PIE Basic Course
- Multi-day Course
- Beginner
- PIE Classroom Zürich
- 4 × 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Watercolor: light, flowing, and sometimes… totally unpredictable.
That’s exactly what makes it so exciting.
In this 4-week course, you’ll explore the basics of painting with watercolor — one of the most loved (and sometimes feared) mediums in the art world. Whether you’re continuing your journey after our Acrylics course or jumping straight into watercolors for the first time, this course is designed to help you understand the medium and feel in control while still embracing its natural, fluid beauty.
You’ll learn essential watercolor techniques like wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, layering, glazing, and lifting. You’ll discover how to balance control with flow, how to build vibrant layers without overworking your painting, and how to let the water do part of the magic for you.
By the end, you’ll have the skills to start painting with confidence — and a whole new appreciation for this playful, flowing medium.
✏️ What to Expect
- Step-by-step weekly guidance from a professional artist
- Live demonstrations to introduce each technique
- Time to practise and experiment with each method
- A relaxed, supportive space where you can ask questions and explore your style
🧠 What You’ll Learn
- Core watercolor techniques: wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, layering & more
- How to build light, depth, and texture with transparent layers
- Controlling water and pigment flow
- Lifting and correcting techniques
- How to balance planning with playful exploration
🎁 What’s Included
We provide everything you need:
- Watercolor paper, paints, brushes & tools
- Full use of our professional studio and materials
Just bring your curiosity — we’ll take care of the rest.
🤔 Is This Course Right for Me?
Absolutely! Whether you’re building on your painting basics or diving straight into watercolors, this course will give you the confidence, techniques, and freedom to let the paint flow without fear.
🥂 First Class Vibes: Sips & Hellos
We like to kick things off on a warm and social note. During the first class, we’ll take a little extra time to get to know each other — and we’ll toast to the beginning of your creative journey with a welcome drink.
📦 A Few More Things to Know
- Please arrive 15 minutes early to settle in and connect with your classmates
- We’ll safely store your artwork between sessions and package it beautifully at the end
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the first class
- Keep practicing! Our Studio Classes are the perfect way to keep that brush moving
Stairway to Heaven
Paint & Sip – PIE Watercolor Painting Event
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Classroom Zürich
- 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Flow. Fade. Glow. A path into light.
In this watercolour painting session on paper, we’re following the Stairway to Heaven. Picture a glowing staircase descending towards a shimmering lake, painted in sunlit ochre and layered blues. Through various techniques like wet-on-wet and wet-on-dry, you’ll capture that dreamy moment where landscape turns almost lyrical.
No experience needed — just curiosity for colour, water, and the way light plays on paper. You’ll leave with a painting that feels airy, radiant, and full of summer vibes.
✨ How PIE Workshops Run
You arrive, take a breath, pick your welcome drink and settle into your spot at the table where the magic will happen. We start on time, so make sure you`re there and ready to dive in.
Next, your instructor takes the stage, giving you a quick, easy intro to the materials — nothing overwhelming, just getting you comfortable and ready to play.
Then the fun really begins. You’ll be guided step by step through the painting process, with plenty of room to play, experiment, and make it your own. Sip your drink, enjoy the moment, and let the creativity flow.
At the end, we bring everyone together for a group photo — your finished piece, great vibes.
No prior experience? No problem! We provide everything:
- A chill, friendly atmosphere
- All the necessary art supplies
- Pre-prepared templates
- Step-by-step guidance from our instructors
All you need to bring is your good vibes and curiosity! We’ll take care of the rest — starting with a complimentary welcome drink 🥂 to spark your creativity.
🖼️ Canvas Size & Upgrades
Your ticket includes a 30 x 40 cm watercolor paper.
💞 Painting in Pairs? Yess, please!
Couples, besties, or family duos — this one’s for you:
You can choose to paint in pairs, where two canvases become one artwork. The theme is split in two, and each of you paints one half that aligns perfectly with the other.
If your`re interested in painting in pairs, just ask our artists on the spot whether your chosen theme is a good fit — they’ll guide you and set you up!
📋 Good to Know
- Arrival: Please arrive 10 minutes early to grab your drink and settle in.
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the workshop.
- Alcohol: Served only to guests aged 18+.
For full terms & policies, please visit: https://shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms
Lavender Fields In Provance
Paint & Sip – PIE Watercolor Painting Event
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Classroom Zürich
- 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Breathe in. Brush out. Let it lavender.
Ready to paint your way into a lavender-scented daydream? This watercolor session takes you to the heart of Provence, where endless rows of violet blooms roll across the hills and the air smells like calm.
We’ll guide you step-by-step through the flowing strokes, gentle gradients, and mixing the delicate and charming colors of French countryside fields — all with the laid-back ease of a breezy afternoon en plein air. Let your brush wander, let the water flow, and soak up those peaceful Provençal vibes.
No passport required. Just bring your inner artist (and maybe a deep inhale of imaginary lavender).
✨ How PIE Workshops Run
Treat yourself to a creative, guided painting session where you can unwind, sip & snack, and effortlessly pick up new skills without even realising it. Come with your friends — or make new ones — as you paint and craft your way through a feel-good workshop led by our lovely local artists. Most of our workshops take place in our beautiful, cozy studios — full of color, good vibes, and a warm, artistic atmosphere.
No prior experience? No problem! We provide everything:
- A chill, friendly atmosphere
- All the necessary art supplies
- Pre-prepared templates
- Step-by-step guidance from our instructors
All you need to bring is your good vibes and curiosity! We’ll take care of the rest — starting with a complimentary welcome drink 🥂 to spark your creativity.
🖼️ Canvas Size & Upgrades
Your ticket includes a 30 x 40 cm watercolor paper.
💞 Painting in Pairs? Yess, please!
Couples, besties, or family duos — this one’s for you:
You can choose to paint in pairs, where two canvases become one artwork. The theme is split in two, and each of you paints one half that aligns perfectly with the other.
If your`re interested in painting in pairs, just ask our artists on the spot whether your chosen theme is a good fit — they’ll guide you and set you up!
📋 Good to Know
- Arrival: Please arrive 10 minutes early to grab your drink and settle in.
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the workshop.
- Alcohol: Served only to guests aged 18+.
For full terms & policies, please visit: https://shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms
Libelle
Paint & Sip – PIE Watercolor Painting Event
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Classroom Zürich
- 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Warm light and wings of glass.
In this watercolour painting session, you’ll create a gentle scene of a dragonfly drifting above soft, sun-washed colours and a bed of lush green grass. Tender washes of warm yellow and peach melt into fresh greens, letting the delicate shimmer of the dragonfly take centre stage.
No experience needed — just a love for quiet moments in nature, soft breezes over tall grass, and the peaceful joy of painting with glowing, flowing colour.
✨ How PIE Workshops Run
Treat yourself to a creative, guided painting session where you can unwind, sip & snack, and effortlessly pick up new skills without even realising it. Come with your friends — or make new ones — as you paint and craft your way through a feel-good workshop led by our lovely local artists. Most of our workshops take place in our beautiful, cozy studios — full of color, good vibes, and a warm, artistic atmosphere.
No prior experience? No problem! We provide everything:
- A chill, friendly atmosphere
- All the necessary art supplies
- Pre-prepared templates
- Step-by-step guidance from our instructors
All you need to bring is your good vibes and curiosity! We’ll take care of the rest — starting with a complimentary welcome drink 🥂 to spark your creativity.
🖼️ Canvas Size & Upgrades
Your ticket includes a 30 x 40 cm watercolor paper.
💞 Painting in Pairs? Yess, please!
Couples, besties, or family duos — this one’s for you:
You can choose to paint in pairs, where two canvases become one artwork. The theme is split in two, and each of you paints one half that aligns perfectly with the other.
If your`re interested in painting in pairs, just ask our artists on the spot whether your chosen theme is a good fit — they’ll guide you and set you up!
📋 Good to Know
- Arrival: Please arrive 10 minutes early to grab your drink and settle in.
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the workshop.
- Alcohol: Served only to guests aged 18+.
For full terms & policies, please visit: https://shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms
Sweet May
Paint & Sip – PIE Watercolor Painting Event
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Classroom Zürich
- 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
A field in bloom, high in the mountains in May — where the air is still cool, but already carries the sweet scent of coming summer evenings.
In this watercolour painting session, we’ll capture a vast, flowing meadow filled with flowers and rich, warm green tones stretching across a mountain landscape. It’s a scene full of softness, atmosphere, and quiet movement — where light, mist, and colour gently dissolve into one another.
This is the perfect painting to explore the wet-on-wet technique, learning how to let pigments bleed, blend, and flow naturally on the paper to create that airy, luminous quality unique to watercolour. You’ll discover how to control just enough — and let go just enough — for the landscape to paint itself.
We’ll also focus on how to create the illusion of depth and perspective: how softer edges, cooler tones, and lighter washes can push forms into the distance, while richer greens and more defined brushwork bring the foreground to life. Step by step, you’ll build a sense of space that draws the eye through the field and into the mountains beyond.
✨ How PIE Workshops Run
Treat yourself to a creative, guided painting session where you can unwind, sip & snack, and effortlessly pick up new skills without even realising it. Come with your friends — or make new ones — as you paint and craft your way through a feel-good workshop led by our lovely local artists. Most of our workshops take place in our beautiful, cozy studios — full of color, good vibes, and a warm, artistic atmosphere.
No prior experience? No problem! We provide everything:
- A chill, friendly atmosphere
- All the necessary art supplies
- Pre-prepared templates
- Step-by-step guidance from our instructors
All you need to bring is your good vibes and curiosity! We’ll take care of the rest — starting with a complimentary welcome drink 🥂 to spark your creativity.
🖼️ Canvas Size & Upgrades
Your ticket includes a 30 x 40 cm watercolor paper.
💞 Painting in Pairs? Yess, please!
Couples, besties, or family duos — this one’s for you:
You can choose to paint in pairs, where two canvases become one artwork. The theme is split in two, and each of you paints one half that aligns perfectly with the other.
If your`re interested in painting in pairs, just ask our artists on the spot whether your chosen theme is a good fit — they’ll guide you and set you up!
📋 Good to Know
- Arrival: Please arrive 10 minutes early to grab your drink and settle in.
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the workshop.
- Alcohol: Served only to guests aged 18+.
For full terms & policies, please visit: https://shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms
Volcano In The Ocean
Paint & Sip – PIE Watercolor Painting Event
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Classroom Zürich
- 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Sun-soaked. Wind-dry. Quietly wild.
A volcanic landscape inspired by Tenerife — where cacti stretch into the heat, the ocean shimmers in the distance, and mountains rise softly through the haze.
In this watercolour session, we’ll capture that contrast of dry and fresh — sunlit cactus greens against airy blues and dusty earth tones. Think loose washes, soft gradients, and that beautiful moment where heat meets horizon.
We’ll play with light, atmosphere, and perspective to let the mountains fade gently into the background, while the foreground stays crisp and alive. It’s all about feeling the warmth, the stillness, and letting the watercolour flow do its thing.
Warm, airy, and full of space — a little escape onto paper. 🌵
✨ How PIE Workshops Run
You arrive, take a breath, pick your welcome drink and settle into your spot at the table where the magic will happen. We start on time, so make sure you`re there and ready to dive in.
Next, your instructor takes the stage, giving you a quick, easy intro to the materials — nothing overwhelming, just getting you comfortable and ready to play.
Then the fun really begins. You’ll be guided step by step through the painting process, with plenty of room to play, experiment, and make it your own. Sip your drink, enjoy the moment, and let the creativity flow.
At the end, we bring everyone together for a group photo — your finished piece, great vibes.
No prior experience? No problem! We provide everything:
- A chill, friendly atmosphere
- All the necessary art supplies
- Pre-prepared templates
- Step-by-step guidance from our instructors
All you need to bring is your good vibes and curiosity! We’ll take care of the rest — starting with a complimentary welcome drink 🥂 to spark your creativity.
🖼️ Canvas Size & Upgrades
Your ticket includes a 30 x 40 cm watercolor paper.
💞 Painting in Pairs? Yess, please!
Couples, besties, or family duos — this one’s for you:
You can choose to paint in pairs, where two canvases become one artwork. The theme is split in two, and each of you paints one half that aligns perfectly with the other.
If your`re interested in painting in pairs, just ask our artists on the spot whether your chosen theme is a good fit — they’ll guide you and set you up!
📋 Good to Know
- Arrival: Please arrive 10 minutes early to grab your drink and settle in.
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the workshop.
- Alcohol: Served only to guests aged 18+.
For full terms & policies, please visit: https://shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms
Our Oldest Brother On Earth
Paint & Sip – PIE Watercolor Painting Event
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Classroom Zürich
- 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Drift, glow, and dive deep.
A majestic whale gliding through quiet waters, as golden rays of sunlight reach down from above — connecting two worlds in one soft, luminous moment.
In this watercolour session, we’ll explore the magic of transparency and light, using gentle washes and flowing layers to bring this underwater scene to life. Think soft gradients, diffused light, and that weightless feeling where everything moves slowly and effortlessly.
Watercolour is the perfect medium for this piece — fluid, atmospheric, and just a little bit dreamy.
✨ How PIE Workshops Run
You arrive, take a breath, pick your welcome drink and settle into your spot at the table where the magic will happen. We start on time, so make sure you`re there and ready to dive in.
Next, your instructor takes the stage, giving you a quick, easy intro to the materials — nothing overwhelming, just getting you comfortable and ready to play.
Then the fun really begins. You’ll be guided step by step through the painting process, with plenty of room to play, experiment, and make it your own. Sip your drink, enjoy the moment, and let the creativity flow.
At the end, we bring everyone together for a group photo — your finished piece, great vibes.
No prior experience? No problem! We provide everything:
- A chill, friendly atmosphere
- All the necessary art supplies
- Pre-prepared templates
- Step-by-step guidance from our instructors
All you need to bring is your good vibes and curiosity! We’ll take care of the rest — starting with a complimentary welcome drink 🥂 to spark your creativity.
🖼️ Canvas Size & Upgrades
Your ticket includes a 30 x 40 cm watercolor paper.
💞 Painting in Pairs? Yess, please!
Couples, besties, or family duos — this one’s for you:
You can choose to paint in pairs, where two canvases become one artwork. The theme is split in two, and each of you paints one half that aligns perfectly with the other.
If your`re interested in painting in pairs, just ask our artists on the spot whether your chosen theme is a good fit — they’ll guide you and set you up!
📋 Good to Know
- Arrival: Please arrive 10 minutes early to grab your drink and settle in.
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the workshop.
- Alcohol: Served only to guests aged 18+.
For full terms & policies, please visit: https://shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms
A Quiet Place
Paint & Sip – PIE Watercolor Painting Event
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Classroom Zürich
- 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Slow down. Drift in. Find your quiet place.
A still lake nestled between mountains, soft reflections on the water, and a lone boat gently floating — like a traveller pausing for a moment of calm.
In this watercolour session, we’ll build a serene landscape through soft layers and subtle transitions. Think delicate washes, fading mountain silhouettes, and reflections that blur the line between water and sky.
We’ll explore how to create depth through atmospheric perspective and play with pigment intensity to let elements come forward or quietly fall back. It’s a peaceful, meditative process — where less becomes more, and every layer adds a sense of space.
Gentle, spacious, and grounding — a painting that invites you to breathe a little slower.
✨ How PIE Workshops Run
You arrive, take a breath, pick your welcome drink and settle into your spot at the table where the magic will happen. We start on time, so make sure you`re there and ready to dive in.
Next, your instructor takes the stage, giving you a quick, easy intro to the materials — nothing overwhelming, just getting you comfortable and ready to play.
Then the fun really begins. You’ll be guided step by step through the painting process, with plenty of room to play, experiment, and make it your own. Sip your drink, enjoy the moment, and let the creativity flow.
At the end, we bring everyone together for a group photo — your finished piece, great vibes.
No prior experience? No problem! We provide everything:
- A chill, friendly atmosphere
- All the necessary art supplies
- Pre-prepared templates
- Step-by-step guidance from our instructors
All you need to bring is your good vibes and curiosity! We’ll take care of the rest — starting with a complimentary welcome drink 🥂 to spark your creativity.
🖼️ Canvas Size & Upgrades
Your ticket includes a 30 x 40 cm watercolor paper.
💞 Painting in Pairs? Yess, please!
Couples, besties, or family duos — this one’s for you:
You can choose to paint in pairs, where two canvases become one artwork. The theme is split in two, and each of you paints one half that aligns perfectly with the other.
If your`re interested in painting in pairs, just ask our artists on the spot whether your chosen theme is a good fit — they’ll guide you and set you up!
📋 Good to Know
- Arrival: Please arrive 10 minutes early to grab your drink and settle in.
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the workshop.
- Alcohol: Served only to guests aged 18+.
For full terms & policies, please visit: https://shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms
Swimming Jewels
Paint & Sip – PIE Watercolor Painting Event
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Classroom Zürich
- 2.5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Two fish, one pond, and a world of flowing colour.
In this playful watercolour session, we dive into a serene pond scene featuring two beautifully loose, colourful white fish gliding between water lilies, floating pads, and delicate blossoms. It’s all about movement, softness, and letting the water do part of the work for you.
This piece is perfect for exploring the wet-on-wet technique — watching pigments bloom, blend, and surprise you as they spread across the paper. You’ll learn how to control (and sometimes release control of) your washes, creating different levels of pigment intensity to suggest depth, light, and transparency in the water.
Alongside the fluidity, we’ll also gently introduce selective detail — knowing when to let edges dissolve and when a few thoughtful marks can bring a fish, a petal, or a lily pad into focus.
It’s a balance of spontaneity and intention: soft washes, flowing colour, and just enough detail to guide the eye through a calm, living pond scene.
✨ How PIE Workshops Run
You arrive, take a breath, pick your welcome drink and settle into your spot at the table where the magic will happen. We start on time, so make sure you`re there and ready to dive in.
Next, your instructor takes the stage, giving you a quick, easy intro to the materials — nothing overwhelming, just getting you comfortable and ready to play.
Then the fun really begins. You’ll be guided step by step through the painting process, with plenty of room to play, experiment, and make it your own. Sip your drink, enjoy the moment, and let the creativity flow.
At the end, we bring everyone together for a group photo — your finished piece, great vibes.
No prior experience? No problem! We provide everything:
- A chill, friendly atmosphere
- All the necessary art supplies
- Pre-prepared templates
- Step-by-step guidance from our instructors
All you need to bring is your good vibes and curiosity! We’ll take care of the rest — starting with a complimentary welcome drink 🥂 to spark your creativity.
🖼️ Canvas Size & Upgrades
Your ticket includes a 30 x 40 cm watercolor paper.
💞 Painting in Pairs? Yess, please!
Couples, besties, or family duos — this one’s for you:
You can choose to paint in pairs, where two canvases become one artwork. The theme is split in two, and each of you paints one half that aligns perfectly with the other.
If your`re interested in painting in pairs, just ask our artists on the spot whether your chosen theme is a good fit — they’ll guide you and set you up!
📋 Good to Know
- Arrival: Please arrive 10 minutes early to grab your drink and settle in.
- Cancellations: Tickets are transferable but non-refundable within 36 hours. You can reschedule your spot up to 72 hours before the workshop.
- Alcohol: Served only to guests aged 18+.
For full terms & policies, please visit: https://shop.paintiteasy.ch/en/tickets/terms
Why take a watercolour painting course at Paint It Easy?
Let your creative soul shine. Our watercolour painting courses offer you a great introduction to the world of flowing colours - without any rigid rules, but with lots of freedom, colour and fun. All materials are included, all you need to bring is your enthusiasm. Whether you want to learn watercolour painting as a beginner or try out new techniques as an advanced painter - Paint It Easy is the right place for you.
Of course. Our watercolour courses are structured in such a way that you can learn to paint watercolours step by step - without any pressure and with lots of fun.
You don't need to bring anything to our watercolour painting courses - brushes, paints and paper are already at the start. All you need to bring is your desire to be creative.
Absolutely. Painting watercolours together is twice as much fun. Invite everyone and have an unforgettably cool time together.
Our offers
No rigid studio rules - we paint, experiment, blot and laugh in a relaxed atmosphere. Our watercolour painting courses offer you the ideal setting to improve your technique and develop your very own style. Whether you are a beginner on our watercolour painting course or an advanced student wanting to try out special effects. You will find exactly the programme that suits you.
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PIE Creative Café
Creative watercolour professionals with a heart for art
We are not a traditional painting school with strict rules or dry theory lessons. Our team consists of artists and creative minds who love to inspire people and get them excited about the magic of watercolour painting. Whether in Zurich or Basel - we invite you to start your creative journey with us.
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Watercolour courses in Zurich and Basel
Our studios in Switzerland, in Zurich and Basel, offer you the ideal place to immerse yourself in the world of colour. You can experiment in a relaxed atmosphere, learn new techniques and meet lots of nice people. Whether you prefer to paint alone or get creative in a group is entirely up to you. Just drop by and have a look.
FAQs - Everything you need to know about our watercolour courses
The duration varies depending on the course offered. We offer two- to three-hour courses, four-hour workshops, weekend courses, events lasting several days or even free painting in our watercolour painting courses - there is something for every schedule.
Not at all. Our watercolour painting courses are designed to suit either beginners, advanced students or professionals.
You will learn various watercolour painting techniques - from the basics to special effects. This will help you discover your own style and create your very own works of art.
Everyone is welcome. Whether you are an adult beginner, advanced or already a professional - our watercolour courses are made for everyone. We also offer weekend courses.
Naturally. All the artworks created in our courses belong to you - show what you're made of and take your pictures home with you.
«One of the best places in the city to switch off with creative projects, good coffee and a warm atmosphere. The studio offers unique courses and workshops - with a great team that combines knowledge with fun.»
Salony Roongta
«The evenings in the PIE Studio are always wonderful. A place where you can give free rein to your creativity and connect with like-minded people. Don't miss the chance - become part of the community!»
Laura Company
«A great place to get a little happiness boost and be creative! Wonderful people and a great atmosphere - definitely worth a visit. I've already done several drawing and painting courses in the studio and I'm really pleased that there's now a café too!»
Valentijn Broeken
«Paint It Easy is my creative feel-good place in Zurich. Whether painting courses, open studios or brunch & paint - everything is just right here. Great team, relaxed atmosphere and always new ideas to try out!»
Ally Z
«We absolutely loved the Creative Café - delicious food, a relaxed atmosphere and the creative freedom to just get started spontaneously. We painted ceramics, got inspired and immediately wanted to try lino printing on our next visit!»
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