Private art lessons in Truckee & Lake Tahoe — personalized instruction, real techniques, and a painting you made yourself. 1.5-hour sessions starting at $150.

Learn to Actually Paint. One-on-One with a Local Sierra Nevada Artist.

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Paint & Sip parties are about the fun. Private lessons are about the skill.

If you've ever wanted to actually learn to paint — not just follow along at a group event, but understand color mixing, composition, brush technique, and how to see like an artist — this is for you.

Angela brings 20+ years of painting experience and a BFA from California College of Arts and Crafts to every lesson. Whether you're a complete beginner who's never held a brush, or someone who's been painting casually and wants to level up, sessions are tailored entirely to where you are and where you want to go.

Mobile (we bring the studio to you). No experience needed. All supplies included.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN EVERY SESSION

One-on-one and small group painting lessons in Truckee & Lake Tahoe. Learn real techniques from a BFA-trained local artist.
1.5-hr sessions starting at $150. Mobile or studio.

❋ 1.5 hours of focused, personalized instruction
❋ Protective apron
❋ Session notes: a written summary of techniques covered, so you remember what you learned
❋ All professional art supplies — canvas, paints, brushes, palette, easel
❋ Photo of your work in progress and finished painting
❋ Honest, encouraging feedback that actually helps you improve
❋ Recommendation for what to work on next (great if you're booking a series)
WHO BOOKS PRIVATE LESSONS

True Beginners

You've always wanted to learn but never knew where to start. Private lessons remove the intimidation entirely — it's just you and Angela, at your pace, with zero judgment.

Casual Painters who want to improve

You used to paint in high-school, or dabble here and there. You've done a few paint nights and you enjoy it — but you want to understand why things work, not just copy a step-by-step. This is for you.

Visitors who want a unique experience

You have 3–4 days here. A private lesson leaves you with a painting you actually made, a real skill, and a story. More lasting than any souvenir.

Paint & Sip Go’er who’s hooked

Someone gave you a paint & sip experience and you loved it. Private lessons are the natural next step.

Parent + Child
Friends, Couples

You used to paint in high-school, or dabble here and there. You've done a few paint nights and you enjoy it — but you want to understand why things work, not just copy a step-by-step. This is for you.

HOW IT WORKS

  • Book Your Session

    Choose a date and time. Tell us your experience level, what you'd like to focus on (landscape, portraits, abstract, or "I have no idea"), and your location.

  • We Prep a Custom Class

    Our Founder and Lead Instructor will plan a lesson tailored specifically to your level and goals — not a generic template.

  • We Paint!

    1.5 hours of focused instruction. Ask every question. Make mistakes. That's how you learn. Angela adapts in real time to how you're progressing.

  • Leave with Skills and Schwag

    You take home your finished work, in-progress and completion pictures, session notes covering what you learned, and a clear idea of what to practice next.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A: None at all. Private lessons are ideal for complete beginners because the entire session is built around your starting point. If you've never held a brush, that's fine — Angela starts there.

  • A: A paint & sip is a guided group experience — everyone paints the same painting together, focus is on fun and socializing. A private lesson is one-on-one instruction focused on helping you develop real technique and understanding. Both are great, they just serve different goals.

  • A: Yes — the 2-person session is perfect for this. Angela teaches both of you simultaneously at the same skill level, or adapts if you're at different levels.

  • A: Mobile by default — Angela comes to your vacation rental, home, or preferred location. Studio space in Truckee available by arrangement.

  • A: Nothing. All supplies are provided. Just wear something you don't mind getting a little paint on (aprons are provided too).

  • A: Yes — gift cards for any amount are available at the shop. The recipient emails us to book their sessions.

  • A: Perfect. Custom subjects are available with the +$25 specialty add-on. Just let us know at booking and Angela will prepare accordingly.

Ready to Learn?

Sessions book fast — especially during summer and holiday weeks when Angela's calendar fills with parties. Reserve your lesson now.

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