WELCOME TO THE DOODLE SPOT –
An experience more so than a traditional “spot” is pawbably the better way to describe my evening with Wine & Design. #groovyhiddentreasure
It was an unusual and refreshing way to spend a few hours unleashing #punintended my creative side…
All is Well Pet – the holistic pet store I’ve fallen in love with invited me to a “Paint Your Pet” class.
Sounded like fun!
Why not? #bucketlist
Having never done anything like this before I was both excited and apprehensive.
Excited – because I’ve heard so much about these classes in the many places I’ve lived. I never dreamed of going to one but they had me when they said “paint your pet!”
Apprehensive – because girlfriend can’t paint! #challenged
All I had to do was –
Sign up, Show up, Sip up and PAINT!
SIGN-UP –
- Pay $35.00 to register #nottoobad
- Email a photo of the Boys
SHOW-UP –
- They provided the canvas, paint, brushes, aprons and music. #getjiggywithit
SIP-UP –
- BYOB
PAINT –
- When I arrived, I grabbed my smock, canvas and photos of the Boys. #easypeasy
As soon as I sat down, Tyler our instructor came over.
After he introduced himself he told me I had the most difficult canvas to paint because Harley & Jaxson are both white! #wonderful …
He promised to help me with shading, creating the illusions of curls and contrast but I still had doubt. #Jesustakethewheel
As I sat there – paintbrush in hand, tapping my toes to the Motown sounds – the people at my table were no longer strangers.
We were all painting and talking about a common interest near and dear to our hearts – our four legged babies…
The two hours flew by – laughter, music and constant encouragement filled the air. #couldhavebeenthewine
Meet Tyler…
Look at some of the pawsome talent…
I finally finished my Pablo Doodlecasso with about 15 minutes to spare!
WHAT DO YOU THINK? –
Many people there that night were veterans. They’d done this sort of thing before…
Would I go again? Absodoodletutely!
But when I do – I will definitely bring a friend. I went alone #Doodledaddontpaint
While the other artists were cordial – they were either paired up or came in groups of three. There’s no substitute for having your own “ride or die” buddy with you.
SO –
Whether you’re living in Charleston or somewhere else – if you haven’t tried to get your “art buzz on” you might want to grab a friend and give that ole paintbrush a twirl. #strokeit
They have locations in more than 15 states with multiple studios in many locales.
As I walked into the house I held my masterpiece with pride.
I GOT RAVE REVIEWS –
- Lee smiled and made some neanderthal grunt of approval like men do #lovethemanyway
- Harley tried to scratch his own face
- Jax licked it
In my house those are positive signs of approval!
ME? –
I love it, because I love anything “Doodle” Golden that is, especially the “Groovy” ones…
Thanks so much for reading – have a Doodle*tastic day ❤️
February 15, 2016
This is simply brilliant!
February 15, 2016
Thanks Earl – you are too kind – #tookind 🙂
February 15, 2016
You must have hidden artistic talents! That came out great! Me? I can’t paint a straight line.
February 15, 2016
Hidden talent? Nope – it was the wine! LOL
February 15, 2016
We think that looks wonderful and your mom has skillz!
Keep Calm & Bark On!
Murphy & Stanley
February 15, 2016
Thanks Murphy & Stanley! Not sure where you’re living but your mom would have a blast painting you two.
February 15, 2016
Good job Doodle mom.your first masterpiece of many to come.
February 15, 2016
Don’t know about all of that Laverne – when I do go back you’ve got to come with me 🙂
February 15, 2016
I knew you could do it!! Hooray !!! Hip Hip Hooray!!! I love it!!!!
February 15, 2016
Awwwhh thanks Deirdre – you’re my support captain!!!!
February 15, 2016
You did a great job! You really captured their spirits. I went to one of these but there was just a pencil outline of Wrigley for me to paint. I would have much preferred painting directly over the black and white photo!
February 15, 2016
Thanks Amanda – The photo was a tremendous help – and having an instructor on hand to guide us made a world of difference. He helped me with shading – because I was #clueless LOL
February 15, 2016
Wow!
Cathy,
Your painting of the boys were awesome! This would be an excellent class for all pet owners to take on with other pet friends.
February 15, 2016
It was so much fun Yvonne! You and Rona would love it – there’s several in VA #checkitout
February 15, 2016
You did Great. sounds like we may see more Masterpieces in the future 🙂
February 15, 2016
I don’t know about all that – but it was a really fun evening. I would go again #bringafriend
February 15, 2016
Amazing job! You really captured the doodle essence.
I took a watercolor class in college where I learned that white is never just white, black is never just black, blue is never just blue… As you train your eye, you see all different shades and hues making up the colors we assume are just one color.
It looks like you learned that lesson in one night. It took me a whole semester. 🙂
February 15, 2016
Pamela – I didn’t learn “doodle” LOL You however sound exactly like the instructor! #yougogirl As I read your comment I glanced over and looked again – #nada All I see is white #lostcause
February 15, 2016
What a fun idea – and I LOVE the finished product!
February 16, 2016
Thanks Slim – it was fun 🙂
February 15, 2016
That looks like a lot of fun! It would be really fun with a group of dog buddies.
February 16, 2016
That’s exactly what I thought Emma. It was great seeing everyone paint their pets and talk about them at the same time.
February 15, 2016
I think it turned out great! I’ve seen those classes around here but I can’t paint/draw soooo….
February 16, 2016
I was that kid who couldn’t even stay in the lines with crayons in grade school, so if I can do it – I have mad faith in you 🙂 Give it a whirl – we only live once 🙂
February 15, 2016
This get togetherness are becoming popular around here too. What fun
February 16, 2016
It’s a different way to spend an enjoyable evening. #withwine 🙂
February 15, 2016
We have a local place that holds a similar event and I was thinking about buying tickets for myself and my friend. I think we’d have a blast.
The paintings from your class are gorgeous.
February 16, 2016
Oh Kimberly – you’ve got to grab your friend and go! It was everything I thought it would be and more…. I can’t wait to go again – but this time I want to take a friend. They are offering a “Mommy & Me” class in May, PAWhaps I can convince Tiffany to come down to SC and go with me #worthashot
February 15, 2016
Wow! Great job. I am really impressed by all of the paintings. Mine would not have turned out so well .
February 16, 2016
The instructor said most people don’t think they will like their painting – but 90% of them do! And he was right. They are a tremendous help and can “fix” just about anything that you may mess up initially.
February 16, 2016
It looks wonderful!!!
I’ve been wanting to do this for a while now, we have a local sip/paint class that does a lot of fun themed paintings.
February 16, 2016
Oh – you must, you just must! It was such a wonderful experience. I am so sorry I waited so long to do it. See if they are scheduling a “Paint your Pet” class – that will put you in a room with other pet enthusiasts and you too will have a blast!
February 16, 2016
Great job Cathy! Hang it proudly. Next time, convince #Doodledad he must come along. Even if he doesn’t like painting…since drinking wine is allowed, a bottle of MD20-20 (not for your consumption!!) will take him down memory lane and the canvass just might sparkle when you guys are finished!
February 16, 2016
Hey Greg! When I asked Lee about going I never thought to offer up some of the “dog” #punintended. He may have come along after all. But you’re right, there’s no telling what would have ended up on the canvas once he finished. Thanks so much for commenting – it’s DOODLEful to hear from you 🙂
February 17, 2016
You did so great!! I’ve known a couple of people who have done these things, and they always have fun. I don’t know if I’ve ever seen one in our area though, but I’ll have to watch out for it.
February 17, 2016
Check out their website. I had no idea there were so many. It was a lot of fun. Might turn out to be the PAWfect stress reliever for you before you move.
February 18, 2016
This seems like an amazing experience! And your artwork turned out awesome!
February 18, 2016
Thanks Rosa – it was so much fun I would do it again!
February 21, 2016
That looks like so much fun and everyone’s turned out great! Very impressive!
February 24, 2016
We really had a great time Kevin – I would go again in a Doodle minute.
February 25, 2016
Truly outstanding-a fabulous piece of art! Well done.
February 25, 2016
Thanks Monika – look them up in your city – it is so much fun especially with like minded people #paintingyourpet