Pinot and Picasso Paint & Sip

If you’ve been wandering through the North Laine lately, you might have spotted Pinot and Picasso tucked away at 127 Gloucester Rd. It’s a dedicated 'Paint & Sip' studio that has become a fixture in the local creative scene, offering a space where the focus is as much on the social side as it is on the canvas. The setup is straightforward: you get a two to three-hour session led by local artists who walk you through a specific painting step-by-step. It’s designed to be accessible, so there’s no pressure to have any background in art; they provide everything from the easel and brushes to the apron and paints.

The variety of sessions they run is quite broad, ranging from their signature Neon Nights—where you use UV-reactive paints—to more personal projects like Paint Your Pet or Paint Your Partner. They also lean into pop culture themes, with sessions inspired by the Swiftie Era or Mamma Mia, alongside more technical options like Textured Art. For those looking for something specific, the studio is often used for hen dos, birthdays, or corporate teambuilding, with a total capacity for about 32 people. The space is fully accessible, which is a practical plus for the central Brighton location.

In terms of the 'sip' part of the experience, the studio has its own bar serving wine, beer, and cocktails—sometimes with 2-for-1 deals on specific nights—as well as non-alcoholic options. Pricing usually starts at £39 for standard adult sessions, though they do offer family-friendly and student slots for £20 during certain periods like Freshers Week. If you’re thinking of it as a gift, they have vouchers available that range from £20 up to £120. It’s a flexible setup that works for a quiet mid-week activity or a more lively weekend group outing.

The studio keeps fairly consistent hours, opening from 18:00 to 22:00 on Wednesdays and Thursdays, with longer stretches from 12:00 to 22:00 on Fridays, and starting earlier at 10:00 on Saturdays and Sundays. If you’re looking to book a private event on a Monday or Tuesday, those days are reserved for appointments only. Being right in the middle of the North Laine means it’s surrounded by the usual Brighton energy, making it easy to combine a session with a walk through the nearby lanes or a visit to the local independent shops.