Our Story

Our Story

A space for creativity, joy, and connection

Paint & Sip Bali was created as a welcoming place where people can experience their own creativity, regardless of artistic background. We believe art is not only about making something beautiful. It is also about slowing down, expressing yourself, connecting with people, and leaving with a memory you can hold in your hands.

Born From Joy: The Story Behind Paint & Sip Bali

Hi, I'm Gi, the creator of Paint and Sip Bali. I created this space with only one goal in mind: to create joy! 🌟 For much of my life, I, like many others, completely underestimated my own creative potential. I avoided art, believing it required a level of mastery I simply didn't possess. This belief actually bled into my everyday life—I would dress in all black or grey because I didn’t believe I was creative enough to pull off colorful outfits, and I would actively avoid creative workshops even though I was secretly drawn to them. But something shifted when I finally realized that creativity comes in many forms. My creative power manifests in my ability to direct and create experiences that delight and surprise people. I discovered a wellspring of creativity I never knew existed—a realization that ignited a passion I felt compelled to share. That is the driving force behind Paint & Sip Bali. I envisioned a welcoming, vibrant space in the heart of Ubud where individuals could experience their own creativity, regardless of their artistic background. A space where art becomes a journey of self-discovery, expression, and above all, a source of healing and joy. ✨

The Details Matter: A Meticulous Experience

Building this studio was a labor of love. I obsessed over every single detail of the creation process so you don't have to. From hand-picking the absolute best brushes and premium paints to sourcing high-quality rollable canvases (so you can safely fly your masterpiece home without ruining it), everything was designed with your experience in mind. We also made sure that joy is accessible to everyone, ensuring our studio and all of our classes are 100% family-friendly and welcoming for all ages! ⭐

Our Mission: Experience Your Own Creativity

We break the rules of traditional Paint & Sip events. In a standard class, you just follow the instructor, and everyone's paintings end up looking exactly the same. We do things differently. We focus on technique and 1:1 attention, allowing you to actually experience your own creativity. Our guides are there to help you bring your unique vision to life, ensuring everyone leaves with a piece of art that is truly their own creation.

Our Purpose: Limitless Creativity

Our Purpose: Limitless Creativity

While painting is a core part of what we do, our studio goes far beyond the canvas. We offer a wide range of hands-on workshops designed to help you tap into your creative spirit, rain or shine:

  • Botanical Candle Making: Hand-pour your own custom scents using natural coconut shells and wax.
  • Incense Making: We are the proud pioneers of this ancient craft workshop in Bali.
  • Mandala Art: Meditative dotting on local art stones or canvases.
  • Tote Bag Painting: Wearable art you can take anywhere.
  • Glow in the Dark Painting for a truly unforgettable moment in Ubud
  • ...and many more coming soon!

More than painting

Painting is part of what we do, but the heart of the studio is creative discovery. We host incense making, candle making, self-expression workshops, group events, and custom art experiences designed to help people reconnect with themselves and each other. Some guests come for a fun activity, some come for a family memory, and some come because making something with their hands feels grounding after days of travel.

Why Ubud

Ubud is a natural home for creativity. It brings together travelers, artists, families, wellness communities, and retreat groups. Our studio was built to fit that spirit: relaxed, warm, expressive, and accessible even if you have never taken an art class before.

What we want guests to feel

We want every guest to feel safe trying, free to make imperfect art, and proud of the moment they created. Our workshops are softly guided, not rigid. You can follow a template, change the colors, add your own details, or go completely freestyle.

Our Fans: What they say about us

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“This was such a unique experience. The incense-making process isn’t hard at all, yet it’s incredibly fun. I also loved...”
lui · Google · 5 days ago
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“A lovely place for day activities while on holiday”
Dewatering ideas · Google · 2 weeks ago
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“I had a lovely time creating incense here and got a lot of information about this, highly recommended !”
Stéphanie D. · Google · 2 weeks ago
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“Super schöner Workshop! Ich habe den Incent Stick Workshop gemacht mit kawya, es wurde über die Geschichte von den...”
Lene H · Google · 2 weeks ago
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“Really fun experience!”
Aashish Pattni · Google · 3 weeks ago
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“A very pleasant and very informative afternoon course learning to make beautiful incense and cones. Highly recommend.”
Sharon Keane · Google · 3 weeks ago
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“楽しいお香作りでした!ありがとうございました!またきたいです”
S. T · Google · 3 weeks ago
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“My 14 year old daughter and I had an amazing time doing both the incense workshop and candle making. The studio is well...”
Penny Lough · Google · 4 weeks ago
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“Really fun and mindful activity. Super friendly and informative”
Crystal H · Google · 4 weeks ago
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“One of my favourite things I’ve done in Ubud”
Lucy Kingsley · Google · 4 weeks ago