Merlot’s Masterpiece, Washington

Merlot's Art buries the anxieties of creating art under a comforting blanket of easy-to-follow instruction with a sidecar of wine or mimosas. An instructor flits around the room, offering pointers to students perched in front of their half-completed artworks. The subject matter varies from class to class, ranging from an O'Keefe-inspired floral blossom to Monet-inspired impressionist depictions of mermaids weaving hats out of water lilies. During each session, aspiring artists can sip on wine while making the most of the included supplies and canvas to paint the masterpiece they'll take home after the class.