Painting Parties & Private Events in Penfield, NY
The Art Stop is proud to offer our all-inclusive workshops, Stop, Paint & Sip, for people of all ages in the Greater Rochester community. Stop, Paint & Sip is not linked to any franchise, which allows us to come up with our own images to paint! All materials are included — supplies, and instruction — when you sign up for a Stop, Paint & Sip workshop.
Paint a canvas, tiles with alcohol inks or glasses! You don’t have to be an artist to try Stop, Paint & Sip. This workshop is loads of fun and our instructors will break it down into understandable steps. For glass painting you can even pick the colors you like and paint stripes, polka dots or swirls and it comes out looking funky and cool!
Stop Paint & Sip workshops can be booked as a private party of 8 people or more, or open enrollment. You choose the type of workshop and if it is canvas, you choose the image. Or, you can sign up for open enrollment and paint the image on the Stop, Paint & Sip calendar or glass or alcohol ink on tile.
Stop, Paint & Sip workshops at The Art Stop is a great event for girls night out, couples, friends, and families! Call us today at (585) 872-5710 to sign up for our next workshop!
Art Instruction, Camp & So Much More!
Located in the Village of Penfield, NY, The Art Stop LLC carries a wide range of fine art supplies, has an art gallery that features work from local artists, a custom frame shop , and a 3,000 sq. ft. studio. Our studio is where we conduct fine art lessons for children and adults, “The Big Fat Messy Art Camp”, birthday parties for children, private events and Stop, Paint & Sip.
Booking Now For Open Enrollment & Private Parties!
Booking a private party for any occasion is simple and easy! Just call us and book your private party of 8 to 20 people. All supplies and instruction are included in the price. Private parties you choose the image for your party
Cost: $40-$50
Workshops run 2- 3 hours long
EVERYTHING is Included in the price – All Supplies & instruction!
Limit 40 people per workshop; Minimum 8 (During COVID-19, We must limit the workshops to 15 people until restrictions are lifted)
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($40 Open Enrollment)
2 Hour Workshops Include:
Alcohol inks on Tile (2 tiles) Artist Grade Alcohol inks
Glass Painting (2 pieces of glassware, including wine glasses, candle holders, martini glasses, ornaments, bowls, vase, etc…
($45 Open Enrollment)
2.5 Hour Workshops Include:
Clouds & Water
Penfield Skies
Cactus Scene
Sunflower
Tree Silhouette
Wisteria Tree
Rainbow Tree
($50 Open Enrollment)
3 Hour Workshops Include:
Peacock
Poppies
Nighttime Tree Fantasy
Fall Barn Scene
Winter Scene
Looking Upward
**New** Acrylic Pouring Workshop
($45 Open Enrollment or Private Party 8 or more)
This workshop is perfect for someone who wants the fun of painting without having to worry about being able to draw. You can pour, tilt and swipe your way to a beautiful painting. This workshop does not include food and wine in order to keep costs down, however you can bring your own if you would like.
2 Hour Workshop Includes:
2, 8 x 10 stretched canvases, Acrylic Paints, Pouring Mediums and silicone, instruction.
You bring wine or beer, you may bring 2 beers per person. It is against NY State law to leave with an open container. The alcohol is for you to consume while you are here. Once an alcoholic beverage has been opened, it may not be removed from the studio.
Payment online or by phone is required to guarantee your reservation. We plan staffing and supplies accordingly and cannot guarantee availability for walk-ins.
A refund or store credit will be given for anyone canceling with at least 48 hours notice. “No shows” with no notification will not be issued store credit or refunds.
As a courtesy to others, please arrive on time, we will have everything ready so you cand get something to eat and drink so the class can start on time.
PAYMENT POLICY: Payment in advance is required to guarantee a reservation. If you prefer not to make a payment online, please call The Art Stop LLC at 585-872-5710 or visit us in person.
REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY: Please provide us with 48 hour notice for all cancellations so that we can offer your spot to another customer. A refund or store credit will be issued for cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance. “No shows” with no notification or less than 48 hour notice will not be issued store credit or refunds. The Art Stop LLC reserves the right to cancel, postpone or change instructors, in unforeseen circumstances. Classes with insufficient enrollment may be canceled by our office. Customers will be notified 24 hours in advance and given the option to transfer to another class, receive store credit or a refund.
Stop Paint and Sip Schedule
- 0606.October.Monday
Flower City Figure Study
https://artstopllc.com/event/flower-city-figure-study/The Art Stop Studio, 2nd floor1822 Penfield Road Penfield NY 14526Flower City Figure Study is a Fun & Friendly Drawing Group that meets every Monday Night (6-9pm). We are dedicated to trying to capture the nude human figure on paper – Artists of all levels and abilities are welcome! We meet in the upstairs 3000 sq. ft. studio of The Art Stop, located at 1822 Penfield Road, Penfield, NY 14526.The Studio can handle up to 30 artists – 12 work stations in the form of a drawing horse-style bench as well as adjustable easels and tables with chairs. We provide drawing boards and personal lighting for your use in the studio or you are always welcome to bring your own. Artists should bring their own paper and drawing medium and/or come early and get these at The Art Stop prior to a session.Currently we rotate thru 15 male and female models of all shapes and sizes to give variety to the artists to study and capture in artistic form. Poses start with quick gesture and then move on to short poses of 5-15 minutes and then longer poses of 20-35 minutes.Cost:$7/Hr ($20 for the whole night)$6/Hr Paid in Advance ($18 for the whole night)$5/Session Student Rate with a Valid ID.Paid in Advance Savings Punch cards can be purchased in advance/at the door and also be used the same night.$55 (which covers 3 full sessions) or $90 (which covers 5 full sessions)Punch Cards can also be used on an hourly basis.4 ways to pay:In-personVenmo @MamaMiaBellVenmo QR Code – See photo attached to scanPayPal http:/paypal.me/MamaMiaBellPay Maria Bell using PayPal.MeGo to paypal.me/MamaMiaBell and type in the amount. Since it’s PayPal, it’s easy and secure. Don’t have a PayPal account? No worries.paypal.meFollow us on Facebook and Instagram:Flower City Figure StudyAny questions, feel free to contact the organizer:Mia BellFlowerCityFigureStudy@gmail.com585.314.1111 - 1313.October.Monday
Flower City Figure Study
https://artstopllc.com/event/flower-city-figure-study/The Art Stop Studio, 2nd floor1822 Penfield Road Penfield NY 14526Flower City Figure Study is a Fun & Friendly Drawing Group that meets every Monday Night (6-9pm). We are dedicated to trying to capture the nude human figure on paper – Artists of all levels and abilities are welcome! We meet in the upstairs 3000 sq. ft. studio of The Art Stop, located at 1822 Penfield Road, Penfield, NY 14526.The Studio can handle up to 30 artists – 12 work stations in the form of a drawing horse-style bench as well as adjustable easels and tables with chairs. We provide drawing boards and personal lighting for your use in the studio or you are always welcome to bring your own. Artists should bring their own paper and drawing medium and/or come early and get these at The Art Stop prior to a session.Currently we rotate thru 15 male and female models of all shapes and sizes to give variety to the artists to study and capture in artistic form. Poses start with quick gesture and then move on to short poses of 5-15 minutes and then longer poses of 20-35 minutes.Cost:$7/Hr ($20 for the whole night)$6/Hr Paid in Advance ($18 for the whole night)$5/Session Student Rate with a Valid ID.Paid in Advance Savings Punch cards can be purchased in advance/at the door and also be used the same night.$55 (which covers 3 full sessions) or $90 (which covers 5 full sessions)Punch Cards can also be used on an hourly basis.4 ways to pay:In-personVenmo @MamaMiaBellVenmo QR Code – See photo attached to scanPayPal http:/paypal.me/MamaMiaBellPay Maria Bell using PayPal.MeGo to paypal.me/MamaMiaBell and type in the amount. Since it’s PayPal, it’s easy and secure. Don’t have a PayPal account? No worries.paypal.meFollow us on Facebook and Instagram:Flower City Figure StudyAny questions, feel free to contact the organizer:Mia BellFlowerCityFigureStudy@gmail.com585.314.1111 - 2020.October.Monday
Flower City Figure Study
https://artstopllc.com/event/flower-city-figure-study/The Art Stop Studio, 2nd floor1822 Penfield Road Penfield NY 14526Flower City Figure Study is a Fun & Friendly Drawing Group that meets every Monday Night (6-9pm). We are dedicated to trying to capture the nude human figure on paper – Artists of all levels and abilities are welcome! We meet in the upstairs 3000 sq. ft. studio of The Art Stop, located at 1822 Penfield Road, Penfield, NY 14526.The Studio can handle up to 30 artists – 12 work stations in the form of a drawing horse-style bench as well as adjustable easels and tables with chairs. We provide drawing boards and personal lighting for your use in the studio or you are always welcome to bring your own. Artists should bring their own paper and drawing medium and/or come early and get these at The Art Stop prior to a session.Currently we rotate thru 15 male and female models of all shapes and sizes to give variety to the artists to study and capture in artistic form. Poses start with quick gesture and then move on to short poses of 5-15 minutes and then longer poses of 20-35 minutes.Cost:$7/Hr ($20 for the whole night)$6/Hr Paid in Advance ($18 for the whole night)$5/Session Student Rate with a Valid ID.Paid in Advance Savings Punch cards can be purchased in advance/at the door and also be used the same night.$55 (which covers 3 full sessions) or $90 (which covers 5 full sessions)Punch Cards can also be used on an hourly basis.4 ways to pay:In-personVenmo @MamaMiaBellVenmo QR Code – See photo attached to scanPayPal http:/paypal.me/MamaMiaBellPay Maria Bell using PayPal.MeGo to paypal.me/MamaMiaBell and type in the amount. Since it’s PayPal, it’s easy and secure. Don’t have a PayPal account? No worries.paypal.meFollow us on Facebook and Instagram:Flower City Figure StudyAny questions, feel free to contact the organizer:Mia BellFlowerCityFigureStudy@gmail.com585.314.1111 - 2626.October.Sunday
Create a Vignette with Line & Wash – The Old Filling Station
https://artstopllc.com/event/create-a-vignette-painting-in-watercolor-with-paul-allen-taylor-2-2/The Art Stop Studio, 2nd floor1822 Penfield Road Penfield NY 14526
Instructor Paul Allen Taylor
Watercolor Workshop – Paul Allen Taylor
Sunday October 26th 2025, 9:30-4:30
Cost $80
Are you up for a challenge? This class will use this drawing provided by the instructor for this vignette. “Vignette” means “incomplete” as areas of the paper will remain unpainted. Paul will share his reference briefly to discuss his design. If it is not your habit to make a sketch, this will help you see the benefits of the process. The drawing will be blocked out in pencil followed by the ink line using a wooden match.
Along with Paul’s guidance, the drawing is created for the afternoon painting session. At 3:30 an evaluation will be held on the day’s work.
See the supplies list for specific items. Matches and holders will be provided.
Watercolor supplies –
Watercolor supplies – Line and Wash Limited Palette- WC PAPER: Arches 140 lb Cold Pressed. Two pieces 11 x 15. (1/2 sheet cut in half)
- PAINT: Bring tubes of paint, not pans or dried out paint. This is most important. We will use
- three colors. Alizarin Crimson, Cad Yellow Medium, Ultra Marine Blue.
- BRUSHES: FLATS: ½”, ¾”, 1” ROUNDS: 6, #8, #10. Also, a #4, Liner brush.
- PALETTE: A white ceramic plate will suffice foregoing a palette. If you have a palette, you may
- use it.
- SUPPORT PANEL: 12” x 16”. Nonabsorbent. The best materials are Plexiglas or sealed wood.
- PLEASE AVOID ANYTHING MASONITE OR POUROUS AS IN FOAMCORE.
- The Artstop has a board for purchase if desired.
- CLIPS: Four (4) “Bulldog” clips or stationary clips.
- BLACK MAGIC PERMANENT INK: One bottle
OTHER INCIDENTALS :- Paper towels
- Clean hand towel
- Cellulose sponge
- 2H pencil
- Soft eraser
- Two plastic water containers, no glass please.
- Small spritzer bottle
Large foam brush
NOTE: IF TAKING A LINE AND WASH CLASS SEE ADDITIONAL ITEMS BELOW.
- WC PAPER: Arches 140 lb Cold Pressed. Two pieces 11 x 15. (1/2 sheet cut in half)
- PAINT: Tubes of paint, not pans or dried out paint. The palette is Alizarin Crimson, Cad Yellow
- Medium, Ultra Marine Blue.
- BRUSHES: FLATS: ½”, ¾”, 1” ROUNDS: 6, #8, #10 #4 Liner
- PALETTE: A white ceramic plate will suffice foregoing a palette. If you have a palette, you may
- use it.
- PAPER SUPPORT PANEL: 12” x 16”. Nonabsorbent. The best materials are Plexiglas or
- sealed wood. Please avoid Masonite or any unsealed wood. Consider the Watercolor Wonder
- board or gatorboard. The size is important.
- CLIPS: Four (4) “Bulldog” clips or stationary clips.
OTHER INCIDENTALS :
- Paper towels
- Clean hand towel
- Cellulose sponge
- 2H pencil
- Soft eraser
- Two plastic water containers, no glass please.
- Small spritzer bottle
- Large foam brush
- Scratching tool: Nail file, jack knife, cut up credit cards etc.
- FOR LINE AND WASH CLASS:
- One bottle permanent black ink “Black Magic” or equal.
- Scott B4 4 jaw lead holder by Alvin.
- Wooden matches: Will be provided
- Razor knife or similar (some will be available to borrow/share
This list is meant to be a guide. If you have most of the items, choose only what is necessary - 2727.October.Monday
Flower City Figure Study
https://artstopllc.com/event/flower-city-figure-study/The Art Stop Studio, 2nd floor1822 Penfield Road Penfield NY 14526Flower City Figure Study is a Fun & Friendly Drawing Group that meets every Monday Night (6-9pm). We are dedicated to trying to capture the nude human figure on paper – Artists of all levels and abilities are welcome! We meet in the upstairs 3000 sq. ft. studio of The Art Stop, located at 1822 Penfield Road, Penfield, NY 14526.The Studio can handle up to 30 artists – 12 work stations in the form of a drawing horse-style bench as well as adjustable easels and tables with chairs. We provide drawing boards and personal lighting for your use in the studio or you are always welcome to bring your own. Artists should bring their own paper and drawing medium and/or come early and get these at The Art Stop prior to a session.Currently we rotate thru 15 male and female models of all shapes and sizes to give variety to the artists to study and capture in artistic form. Poses start with quick gesture and then move on to short poses of 5-15 minutes and then longer poses of 20-35 minutes.Cost:$7/Hr ($20 for the whole night)$6/Hr Paid in Advance ($18 for the whole night)$5/Session Student Rate with a Valid ID.Paid in Advance Savings Punch cards can be purchased in advance/at the door and also be used the same night.$55 (which covers 3 full sessions) or $90 (which covers 5 full sessions)Punch Cards can also be used on an hourly basis.4 ways to pay:In-personVenmo @MamaMiaBellVenmo QR Code – See photo attached to scanPayPal http:/paypal.me/MamaMiaBellPay Maria Bell using PayPal.MeGo to paypal.me/MamaMiaBell and type in the amount. Since it’s PayPal, it’s easy and secure. Don’t have a PayPal account? No worries.paypal.meFollow us on Facebook and Instagram:Flower City Figure StudyAny questions, feel free to contact the organizer:Mia BellFlowerCityFigureStudy@gmail.com585.314.1111
