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Painting Partners
Melbourne

A Unique Couple’s Activity

Connect, Laugh, Sip, and Capture the One You Love in Paint

Looking for a fresh, fun way to spend time with your special someone? Paint Your Partner by Paint for Fun is a one-of-a-kind art class where you’ll paint a colourful portrait of your partner — whether it’s your significant other, a family member, a friend, or even yourself!

No artistic experience? No problem. Our classes are designed for all skill levels. Guided by expert instructors, you’ll receive step-by-step instructions to help you capture your partner’s features using bold colours and creative shapes. It’s a unique way to connect, laugh, and explore your creativity.

We provide everything you need — acrylic paints, brushes, and all the tools to bring your masterpiece to life. Just bring along your favourite food and drinks to enjoy in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere right here in our studios in Port Melbourne!

Make your next date one to remember. Whether it’s a romantic outing, something different to celebrate a friendship, or a family activity, Paint Your Partner Melbourne is an experience that will leave you with cherished memories and portraits to treasure forever.

FAQs - Paint Your Partner

Painting Partners’ Paint and Sip event is a unique experience by Paint for Fun. We’re LGBTQI friendly — all couples are welcome and respected in our studio!

You’ll be amazed at how much your painting captures your partner’s likeness! Every artwork is uniquely different and reflects your You’ll be amazed at how much your painting captures your partner’s likeness! Every artwork is uniquely different and reflects your personal style.

Our portrait painting class is led by an experienced art instructor who will guide you step-by-step. The sessions are designed to be easy to follow, enjoyable, socially interactive, and memorable.

We work from photos, so make sure your phone is charged (don’t worry—we have chargers available if needed)

Well, you’re in luck because no one leaves with paintings containing stick figures!

You will leave with your amazing masterpiece, inspired and feeling accomplished!

Our classes are designed for first-time painters, and our talented and enthusiastic teachers will walk you through every step to help you create your own work of art.

Each session runs for about 2.5 hours in total. 

We usually begin painting about 15 minutes after the session start time. There may be a few ‘drying breaks’ during the session where you can get up for a stretch, a dance, or to admire your fellow artists’ paintings.

talented and enthusiastic teachers will walk you through every step to help you create your own work of art.

The studio doors will open 5-10 minutes before your session starts to allow our teachers enough time to set the space up for you!

Your session start time is shown on our event page and tax invoice you receive after booking with us. Typically, painting starts 10-15 minutes after this time, allowing you to check in with our artists, grab your apron, pour your glass of liquid creativity and settle into your spot.

Our sessions begin within 10-15 minutes of the start time. However, if you are running late, we will make sure you are all caught up and help you throughout the session.

Classes cost $59 per person, so $118 per couple.

The price per seat includes everything you’ll need to create your masterpiece (except whatever you’ll be drinking or snacking on).

We’ll supply you with all the necessary equipment for creating your masterpiece, including:

  • A blank canvas -– 40 x 50cm

  • Acrylic paints

  • Brushes

  • Table easel

  • Paint for Fun apron and

  • Cheeseboards, cutlery and glassware for your BYO food and drinks!

All sessions include guidance from one of our fun and experienced instructors to assist you in releasing your inner artist. The only thing you’ll need to bring is your favourite beverage, some nibbles and your imagination. We have glassware for your BYO drinks, a fridge with cold tap water, and a self-serve tea bar.

Absolutely! We strive to provide the best private event experience possible. Paint for Fun caters for all types of special occasions including:

and more!

Find out more on our Function Enquiry Form on each event page. Once completed, your enquiry will be directed to our events team, and we will contact you as soon as possible.

For public classes near you, head to our events calendar and choose the art class that tickles you!

Once your order has been processed, you will be sent a confirmation email confirming your order along with important information regarding your session.

We accept all major credit cards. You can also book through ClassBento.

Yes you can, but most of our bookings are made online via our website or ClassBento. Bookings are essential at Paint for Fun. We have extremely limited spots available, so booking in advance is vital. We often book out, so get in quick!

Reservations are preferred so that we have time to prepare for an incredible experience for you!

We understand that life happens! Here’s how cancellations and rescheduling work:

  • Free Rescheduling: You can reschedule your booking at no cost up to 72 hours before your session.

  • Within 72 to 12 Hours: Rescheduling within this timeframe will incur a $15 non-refundable fee per ticket.

  • Less than 12 Hours Notice:

    • You will forfeit 50% of your ticket value. You may reschedule by paying a fee: $29 for standard classes or $39 for cocktail workshops.

Grazing Boards: Grazing boards cannot be cancelled or rescheduled within 72 hours of your event. If cancelled within this window, the cost of the grazing board will be forfeited.

When rescheduling, you can select an available date or receive a credit valid for six months toward a future booking.

Important: If you don’t attend your session without prior notice, your booking will be forfeited, and we won’t be able to offer a refund, reschedule, or credit.

We appreciate your understanding and can’t wait to paint with you!

We can make special allowances in this instance. Please email or call our office for further information.

Sure, people come by themselves all the time and make new friends! Just bring a reference photo of who you would like to paint (a self-portrait is a great idea as well).

Seats are reserved for painting customers only.

If you have a carer or companion, please email our Bookings & Events Team upon booking to confirm an extra seat for them.

Animals are strictly not permitted entry into our studios with the exception of “Paint your dog” class and an assistance dog as legislated by Federal Law through the Disability Discrimination Act 1992. To ensure that the Guest and their assistance dog is seated appropriately and with comfort, the Guest must notify US prior to their session by calling us on 0401 534 356 or emailing us.

Though we provide aprons to protect your clothes from paint, it’s best to wear something you don’t mind the idea of getting a little bit of paint on accidents do happen!

We provide coat racks for you to hang anything away from the paint.

All evening sessions are open to artists 12 and up. Artists under 18 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult. For weekend and midday sessions we have no age limits.

We are a licensed and BYO studio, so alcohol will be served in all classes besides our Kids’ classes. Our family-friendly classes will have a mix of adults and children, and alcohol will also be permitted. Our Teachers will enforce RSA standards.

Please note: You can only leave your child alone in a class if it is specifically for children. All Paint and Sip classes are designed for adults — children cannot be left unattended.

Absolutely! We strongly encourage everyone to have a little food to eat while they Paint and Sip! Bring yourself some nibbles, but keep in mind that we have limited space at your tables, so leave the kitchen sink at home!

Of course. You are welcome to bring beer, cider, kombucha, soft drink, tea, coffee, or any other beverage that tickles your fancy.

Yes, each of our Paint for Fun studios has a fridge to keep drinks cold! You are more than welcome to bring a bag of ice for our ice bucket or an esky.

We are currently in the process of launching a new in-studio bar and we can’t wait to sell you your beverages on-premise. Keep in mind we are still a BYO venue where you can bring any drinks that tickle your fancy, alcoholic or not!

If you happen to forget, we are a short walk from a bottle shop, and Ubereats deliver to our studios, too!

Yes! You can have anything from pizza to wine delivered to our studio during your class via Ubereats or Menulog.

In the rare event that a public session is cancelled, we’ll notify the ticket purchaser via email or text message no later than 24 hours prior to their session scheduled start time.

Ticket purchasers will be offered the option to reschedule for another upcoming session or receive a full refund of their purchase.

Absolutely not! We pride ourselves on that exact point of difference. Our teachers encourage individuality in each of our guests, by choosing your preferred colour palette or freedom to change the composition.  No two paintings will be the same as another!

For Sure! By the end of the session, your not going to want to part with your masterpiece! We have hairdryers to ensure they will be dry for you to take home.

If you are unable to take your painting with you after the session, you may leave it in our studio and collect it within 14 days. Simply drop in during office hours. Due to spatial limitations, unclaimed paintings left for longer than two weeks will be recycled. Please be sure to return for your painting to avoid disappointment!

I have a companion that requires special assistance. What amenities do you have?

Accessibility and amenities for guests with wheelchairs and other disabilities vary from studio to studio.

We have three studios: two downstairs, which are both wheelchair accessible, and one upstairs, which is not. If you require wheelchair access, please let us know so we can ensure you are placed in the correct studio.

 

Check out our Gift Voucher page for more information. We provide vouchers for one person, two people, or a custom amount of your choice. 

We don’t provide physical Gift Cards, but vouchers are emailed to either the purchaser or the recipient at a time and date of your choosing. All gift cards are valid for 3 years from time of purchase.

Whether you’re coming by car or public transport, we’ve got a few options to make your to and from as easy as possible!

We are a 3-minute walk from our nearest tram stop! Catch the 109 from the city, or check for your bus route along Bay St Port Melbourne.

There is loads of free street parking opposite our studio as well in the surrounding streets. Be sure to check signage.

Yes, we do. All of our classes can be enjoyed as a couple! But our favourite is “Painting Partners.” You will be guided through a portrait painting class, and you will be amazed at how much your painting turns out looking just like them! Everyone’s painting will be uniquely different!

Our teachers will ensure you do.