Paint like Vincent: ‘Sunflowers‘

Van Gogh’s paintings of Sunflowers are among his most famous. He did them in Arles, in the south of France, in 1888 and 1889. Vincent painted a total of five large canvases with sunflowers in a vase, with three shades of yellow ‘and nothing else’. In this way, he demonstrated that it was possible to create an image with numerous variations of a single colour, without any loss of eloquence.

The sunflower paintings had a special significance for Van Gogh: they communicated ‘gratitude’, he wrote. He hung the first two in the room of his friend, the painter Paul Gauguin, who came to live with him for a while in the Yellow House. Gauguin was impressed by the sunflowers, which he thought were ‘completely Vincent’. Van Gogh had already painted a new version during his friend’s stay and Gauguin later asked for one as a gift, which Vincent was reluctant to give him. He later produced two loose copies, however, one of which is now in the Van Gogh Museum.

PIE Events

Treat yourself to a creative night out, where you can unwind, sip & snack and have fun with your friends, or make new ones as you paint along.

We organize these events multiple times a week. You can join us in our Studio, at various bars and restaurants around town, or even in outdoor locations.

You absolutely don’t need any previous experience to participate. We provide a relaxing atmosphere, art supplies, a drawing template and step-by-step instructions from local artists, so you can let go and focus on connecting with others over an "artsy" cocktail and a night of creativity and laughs.

What to expect

At the beginning of the session, your instructor will demonstrate the use of materials and provide a basic overview of color mixing. Using a tracing template, you'll draw the outlines of your picture (no drawing skills required!) and then paint along with the instructor's guidance to create your own version of the painting. Your instructor will be available to help individuals if they get stuck.

About halfway through the event, we'll take a break to enjoy drinks and snacks and bond over our artistic skills (or lack thereof). We'll take lots of pictures to capture the special moments. The session will end with fun team pictures (silly ones encouraged!). Your painting is yours to keep, and you can take it home in a recycled paper bag.

PAINT & SIP AND SNACK

Our studio goes beyond artistry, boasting a fully equipped cocktail bar ready to tantalize your taste buds. Sip on a delightful array of beverages, from refreshing lemonades and iced tea to a selection of beers, wines, prosecco, and long drinks. Immerse yourself in the artful craft of mixology with our specially crafted, artsy cocktails.

As a warm welcome, we invite you to enjoy a complimentary welcome drink on the house, setting the perfect tone for a memorable evening of creativity. But the excitement doesn't end there! By participating in our painting event, you'll unlock whopping discounts from our extensive bar menu.

Should hunger strike, we have you covered with a curated selection of easy-going finger foods and healthy snacks. Indulge in our homemade salad bowls and wraps, designed to provide a satisfying and nourishing dining experience, keeping your creative energy flowing throughout the event.