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Portrait drawing w/ live model
Beyond the Basics: A PIE Course
Date and time
Friday, 2. May 2025, 19.00 O'clock
Further dates
Overview
Advanced
Some prior experience is recommended.
De & En
Our guide speaks fluent German and English.
Studio Zürich
4 × 2.5 hours
One class per week, over 4 weeks
PIE Event
One-time creative fun – no pressure, just pleasure.
Guide: Valeri
Valeri is our Kursentwicklerin & Kunstlehrerin
What we will be doing
Master the face in four weeks — one line at a time.
Want to draw portraits that actually look like people? This four-week course is here to help you understand the structure of the human face — and give you the tools, techniques, and confidence to draw it like a pro.
You’ll work with a variety of materials including pencil and charcoal, and each session will focus on a specific element of portrait drawing: structure, features, proportion, light and shadow, expression, and more.
Each class includes a short demo & discussion, followed by guided exercises — first from photo reference, and in the final week, you’ll draw from a live model right in the Studio.
✏️ What to Expect
A deep dive into portrait drawing fundamentals — over 4 evening sessions
- Explore different media: pencil, charcoal, pastel, and sanguine
- Learn facial construction, anatomy, gesture & expression
- Weekly drawing exercises from reference images
- A full live model session in the final class
- Feedback, support & gentle critique throughout
- All levels welcome (though some drawing experience helps!)
🎒 What’s Included
- All materials (paper, drawing tools, boards, etc.)
- Studio use & storage for your artworks
- Live model posing in week 4
- Individual guidance and instructor feedback
Just bring your curiosity and a positive attitude — we’ll take care of the rest!
💡 What You’ll Learn
- Basic face construction: skull shapes, symmetry, planes
- Drawing key features: eyes, nose, mouth, ears, hair
- Shading and light techniques to create depth
- Proportions, structure & expression
- How to capture personality — not just likeness
🎯 Is This Course Right for Me?
If you’ve done our Introduction to Drawing Course, or have basic drawing experience, this is your next step. You’ll build a strong foundation for portraiture and grow your skills week by week.
Even experienced artists will benefit from focused exercises and live model practice. For more advanced students, join our studio sessions for more independent, project-based learning.
📦 A Few More Things to Know
- Arrival: Please come 15 minutes early to settle in and connect with your classmates.
- Storage: We’ll safely store your creations between classes and package them nicely at the end of the course.
- Keep practicing: Learning doesn’t stop when class ends. We recommend joining our studio sessions to continue growing in a supportive, creative community.
🥂 First Class Vibes: Sips, Snacks & Hellos
We like to start 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 celebrate the beginning of your creative journey with a complimentary welcome drink. Choose from:
- A soft drink or hot drink
- A glass of wine, prosecco, or beer
- Or our rotating Cocktail of the Week
You can also upgrade to one of our signature drinks, mocktails, or smoothies for just CHF 5–9.
🍴 Feeling peckish?
Our Creative Café offers a delicious à la carte menu during class sessions — think wraps, salad bowls, finger foods, and light snacks — perfect for staying energized while you create. Extra drinks are available at standard menu prices.
What are PIE events?
2-3 hours of fun and creativity
Learn more about PIE Events
Yes — this course is for participants with some basic drawing knowledge. If you’re just starting out, we recommend our Introduction to Drawing course as a perfect first step!
Yes — but only during the last session. Before that, we’ll work from photo references and clothed models. By the time we draw from the nude model, you’ll be ready and confident.
You don’t need to bring anything — we provide all the necessary materials. Just show up ready to focus, draw, and explore the human face through observation and practice.
Further dates of this PIE event
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Curious cat. Bold colours. Classic chaos.
What happens when a goldfish meets a black cat with zero self-control?
In this playful Matisse-inspired painting session, we’re recreating a scene full of bold shapes, vibrant colours, and a very curious kitty caught mid-mischief — paw deep in the fishbowl.
You’ll channel the flat, expressive style of Matisse while having a blast with colour blocking, composition, and a little chaos.
Perfect for cat lovers, colour fanatics, and anyone who believes art should make you grin.
✨ 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.
📋 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
🖼️ Canvas Size & Upgrades
Your ticket includes a standard 30 x 40 cm canvas, perfect for your creative masterpiece.
Feeling bold or want to go big?
You can upgrade to a larger canvas or even a round one (40 cm diameter) — just choose the option when booking your ticket, or decide spontaneously at the event.
💞 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!
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- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Zürich
- 2.5 Hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Van Gogh… but make it glow.
You know the painting. Now turn up the colour, crank the contrast, and let the stars trip out a little.
In this bold remix of Van Gogh’s Starry Night, we’re keeping the iconic swirls — but lighting up the sky with fluorescent pinks, greens, blues, and purples that’ll make your canvas sing (or at least vibe).
This one’s all about colour play, flowy lines, and total freedom.
No experience needed — just bring your wild side and your love for all things starry, swirly, and slightly surreal.
It’s a classic. It’s chaotic. It’s way too fun.
✨ 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.
📋 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
🖼️ Canvas Size & Upgrades
Your ticket includes a standard 30 x 40 cm canvas, perfect for your creative masterpiece.
Feeling bold or want to go big?
You can upgrade to a larger canvas or even a round one (40 cm diameter) — just choose the option when booking your ticket, or decide spontaneously at the event.
💞 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!
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- PIE Event
- Advanced
- PIE Zürich
- 3 Hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Floral chaos. Creamy colours. Big still life energy.
Ever wanted to paint something that looks fancy but feels like fun? This is that.
In this oil painting session, you’ll create your own still life starring peaches, petals, and painterly vibes — no pressure, no pretentiousness, just pure colour joy.
We’ll guide you through mixing lush tones, building those soft shapes, and playing with texture like you totally know what you’re doing (even if you don’t yet — we got you).
Perfect for total newbies, colour nerds, flower fans, and anyone who just needs a bit of peachy escapism.
✨ How PIE Events Work
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.
📋 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
🖼️ Canvas Size & Upgrades
Your ticket includes a standard 30 x 40 cm canvas, perfect for your creative masterpiece.
Feeling bold or want to go big?
You can upgrade to a larger canvas or even a round one (40 cm diameter) — just choose the option when booking your ticket, or decide spontaneously at the event.
💞 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!
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Paint & Sip – PIE Guided Painting Event
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Basel
- 2,5 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Where Bloom Meets Bling
Inspired by the golden age of elegance, culture and oh-là-là, this painting session brings a modern twist to turn-of-the-century beauty. Think bold abstract blooms in rich blues, set against a shimmering gold background that would make Klimt proud (but with way more fun and fewer corsets).
It’s floral, but not fluffy. Glam, but not stiff. You’ll layer textures, play with metallics, and walk away with a canvas that feels like it belongs in a Parisian salon — or your living room.
Beret optional. Sparkle guaranteed.
✨ 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.
📋 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
🖼️ Canvas Size & Upgrades
Your ticket includes a standard 30 x 40 cm canvas, perfect for your creative masterpiece.
Feeling bold or want to go big?
You can upgrade to a larger canvas or even a round one (40 cm diameter) — just choose the option when booking your ticket, or decide spontaneously at the event.
💞 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!
Downward Dog, Upward Stroke
Yoga Meets Painting: A PIE Special
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- PIE Zürich
- 3 Hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Stretch your body. Free your mind. Splash some paint.
This unique event blends gentle yoga, guided meditation, and expressive painting into one seriously feel-good creative flow.
We’ll start with mindful movement to relax your body and clear your head, then move to the canvas — where you’ll create your own abstract artwork using mixed media on large-format canvases (40 × 50 cm and up).
No experience needed (in yoga or painting).
You’ll be gently guided, but the process is all yours — playful, intuitive, and pressure-free.
Expect calming music, a cozy atmosphere, and the kind of creative mess that actually feels like self-care.
✨ 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.
📋 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
🖼️ Canvas Size & Upgrades
Your ticket includes a standard 30 x 40 cm canvas, perfect for your creative masterpiece.
Feeling bold or want to go big?
You can upgrade to a larger canvas or even a round one (40 cm diameter) — just choose the option when booking your ticket, or decide spontaneously at the event.
💞 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!
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PIE Family Time – For Kids & Parents
- PIE Event
- Beginner
- Studio Zürich
- 2 hours
Up to 20% discount for Members
Saturday morning art fun for kids (and cool parents too)
No need to change out of your jammies — just roll in, grab a smoothie, 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:
🕥 10:15–10:30 → Drop-off + smoothies & snacks
🎨 10:30–12:00 → Guided art project time
📸 12:00–12:15 → Pick-up + silly family photos (encouraged!)
The theme changes every week, but one thing’s for sure: it’ll be a crowd-pleaser — colourful, fun, and totally kid-approved.
We usually paint on high-quality art paper, but if you’d like to upgrade to canvas (perfect for framing or exhibiting), just let us know on the day.
PJs optional. Creativity? Always.
