With a glass of alcohol (or a non-alcoholic beverage) in hand, locals will be able to attend a three-hour session with an artist and learn basic painting techniques that will allow them to create masterpieces of their own.

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Bendigo studio owner Rebecca Auld took on the new venture after joining a class herself a few years ago.

"There is nothing like sitting with friends, enjoying your favourite beverage all while painting, laughing and having the time of your life," she said.

"And you get to take home your very own masterpiece; mine taking centre stage in our lounge room with my other childrens' much loved art."

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Rebecca and her husband Reuben joined the franchise in June and are excited to be bringing the experience to 274 Hargreaves Street in August.

Pinot & Picasso founders James Crowe and Aaron Carrasco opened their first studio in 2018 after Mr Carrasco's fiancé attended an art class that focused more on the art, and less on having fun.

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The two saw a gap in the market and opened their first trial studio in Penrith, NSW.

The Pinot & Picasso group now has 54 studios Australia wide, and will soon to join the international market.

You can find more information online at www.pinotandpicasso.com.au/bendigo

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