Creating a 2-D rendition on canvas requires the ability to hold a brush, the diligence to create convincing shadows, and enough strength to flatten a fruit bowl. Use your artful brawn with today's Groupon to Uncorked Canvas in Gig Harbor. Choose between the following options:

•For $12, you get a kids' class (up to a $25 value).
•For $24, you get an adult class (up to a $50 value).

Featured in the News Tribune, Uncorked Canvas's skilled artists guide novice brush wielders through the creation of multichromatic masterpieces. The step-by-step instruction takes place in a relaxed, nonjudgmental environment, with the studio providing all necessary canvases, paint, and brushes. During class, students can freely nosh on any snacks brought from home. And after class, the instructors encourage paint pupils to parade proudly away with their masterpiece in hand rather than on fire.

Upcoming subjects include giant poppies for adults on July 8 at 7 p.m. (a $45 value) and smiley faces for kids on July 28 at 1 p.m. (a $25 value). The studio offers many canvas-splashing subjects; view the calendar for a complete list of class subjects, dates, and times, all broken down by age.