The Art Shack, Abilene

Painting and partying aren't mutually exclusive, as is the case with The Art Shack's BYOB Sip & Paint parties. During these sessions, students play with brushstrokes and color under an instructor's supervision—and sip from bottles of wine from home.

To complement these parties, the studio's team, led by owner Kina Tiemann, offers an array of other art experiences. Fine-art classes, for example, cover drawing and acrylic painting, and other classes cater to artistic kids.