Artevino Blog

SCHOOL IS BACK IN SESSION! Are you looking for the perfect event for a PTA Fundraiser or Teacher's Night Out?  Our fundraising events have been highly successful!  For fundraisers, we charge $25 per person, and your organization can charge what it would like as the donation portion. A popular amount is $45 ($20 donation per person). We re...

​Have you ever wondered what amazingly creative things the artists on our team are working on outside of teaching informative and entertaining classes?? Well, you could come in and ask them! Here's just a taste of what some of our local artists have going on. They are always blowing us away!  Olivia Vozzella (you may know her as Oliv...

Looking for a unique idea to raise money for your organization? We absolutely do fundraisers and the events we've held have been highly successful! This month in Cranford, we hosted an event to raise money for the Christina S. Walsh Foundation, a non-profit organization that provides financial assistance and material support to breast cancer patien...

The morning of August 3 rd , our long-time art instructor Heather Walano texted the staff asking if anyone could cover her class that afternoon. She had just adopted a new puppy, who I can testify is absolutely adorable, but he isn't quite aware of his own strength yet, so he accidentally sent Heather to the hospital that morning in need of stitche...

Kandice Stewart is an instructor and educator for a charter school in Harlem, NY where she uses her artistic abilities and connection to community to close the achievement gap for students in disenfranchised communities. Through her motivation, compassion, and love, she is able to create opportunities for students to share their voice. Kandice Stew...

"Harry's Flight" is a favorite painting amongst Harry Potter fans here at ArteVino! When paired with a heated tournament of Harry Potter Trivia, the true wizard-fans around Cranford always come out to join us! It's fun to imagine what it would be like to go to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry after reading the Harry Potter series. The lur...

Get a little closer this holiday season and try one of our Partners Painting classes at Artevino studio Cranford! These classes are super fun to do with a friend, family member or that special someone. This is how it works: Join the class and register for two people. When you come to the studio each of you will choose one side of the painting to pa...

  If you missed the last Paint your Pet session, don't worry, another one is always around the corner! Always a fan-favorite, this class is extra unique as it allows you to create a timeless keepsake of your beloved fur-baby. Simply send us your pet photo before the class, and we'll transform it into a custom drawing onto a 16x20" canvas. Our ...

  Think Paint and Sips are just for adults? Think again! This holiday season kid's parties have been all the rage at Artevino studio in Cranford! Off course the kids aren't doing any sipping, but they sure do love to paint! Artevino provides a creative atmosphere where children can enjoy painting, while giggling with friends and chomping down ...

 1. You've got to get out and do something different every once in a while! What feels better than to create, socialize and unwind?  2. Being creative can only make you better! Expressing your creative side aids in mental health—admit it, we can always use more of that!!  3. It sounds cliché, but you can truly find yourself when you ...

Looking for a unique date night experience? Tired of the same old dinner & a movie situation? Us too!  That's why we love Partner's Paintings!  Bring your better half and each of you paints one side of a beautiful painting that when put together, create one larger image! Relax and reconnect with that special someone, try a brand new e...

This August we hosted another Family Paint at the Cranford location of ArteVino! As we are a family oriented studio, we are always thrilled when families come together to create. We believe that art helps strengthen bonds and also can show that family time doesn't just have to be around a dinner table at the end of the day. Art can heal, inspire, a...

We at ArteVino Studios love doing offsite events because it gives us an opportunity to meet new people and make new connections! This month we were fortunate enough to be invited to the Somerset Patriots stadium in Bridgewater, Nj! It was a blast! Our instructor, Heather, threw the opening pitch to the game before going to the private suites to tea...

As May comes to a close and Summer really begins, we get to look back at all the Spring fun we've had! Our studio had plenty of floral paintings to really inspire and bring life back to the walls of the studio. All the winter paintings got moved and now there is color everywhere! One of our most popular paintings: Morning Stroll, was a hit for Moth...

This April we had another great event here at ArteVino Studio! We hosted the Brick City Animal Rescue located in Lincoln Park, NJ! The group does wonders for helping dogs find homes and giving them the care they need. They pull dogs from crowded shelters and help families who can no longer care for their pets.   This event was a fundraiser ded...

Can't find a painting for your private event in our Galley? Don't worry, we've got you covered! If none of our pre-made paintings seem just right for your event, or you have something special in mind, one of our artists can transform your inspiration or idea into a piece of art for your private event. From kids birthday parties to bache lorette par...

High school sweethearts Melisa and Ian have been together for 9 years .  W hen Melisa booked a paint class for their anniversary, and Ian saw the painting featured one of our couple ' s paintings , he thought it would be the perfect opportunity to give Melissa a special evening she would never forget .  When Ian contacted us to help plan ...