Is food or drink included with the paint ticket?

No. The ticket covers only the paint event; food and beverages are available for purchase through Ruby Sunshine before, during, or after class.

What ages are allowed to participate?

Participants should be at least 6 years old; the experience is open up to age 100 as listed.

Are painting supplies provided?

Yes. Easels, canvases, brushes, and paints are supplied by the mobile studio—bring only your enthusiasm.

What is the cancellation policy?

Full refunds are available with 48 hours’ notice. You can receive a class credit with at least 24 hours’ notice. Less than 24 hours is non-refundable.

Is the venue accessible?

Yes. The meeting point at 171 E Bay St is stroller- and wheelchair-accessible; if you have specific needs, arrive early to ensure comfortable setup.

Can I bring a child or a group?

Yes—children 6+ can join. Groups are welcome but seats are limited to 18, so book together to ensure availability.

Paint & Sip on Charleston’s East Bay: Brunch, Harbor Light, and Guided Canvas at Ruby Sunshine | Paint and Sip | Workshop

Paint & Sip with For the Love of Art Mobile Studio @ Ruby Sunshine (Downtown) brings a two-hour guided painting session to the heart of Charleston, South Carolina. Located at 171 E Bay St, the class unfolds inside Ruby Sunshine, a bright brunch spot on East Bay Street just steps from the Charleston Harbor waterfront. The room fills with natural light from street-facing windows and the steady swell of conversation; outside, salt air and historic brick facades remind you this is a port city with tidal creeks and lowcountry marshes nearby.

The experience pairs approachable instruction with convivial atmosphere: an artist-led, step-by-step lesson takes painters from blank canvas to finished piece using acrylics and easy techniques suitable for ages six to one hundred. The mobile studio supplies easels and paints; bring a curious mind and clothes you don’t mind a speck of color on. Seats are limited—group size is capped at 18—so classes feel intimate, whether you’re celebrating a weekend brunch with friends or joining as a solo traveler looking for social connection in a historic district.

What makes this booking special is its placement in downtown Charleston culture. East Bay Street is lined with cobblestones, period buildings, and views toward Waterfront Park and the Pineapple Fountain; the backdrop is maritime rather than mountainous, offering a creative break framed by harbor light and gull calls. It’s an art night that still feels like part of a local day: Ruby Sunshine offers brunch before or after your session (note that the paint ticket covers only the class; food and drinks are purchased separately).

Practical details matter: the event runs about two hours, costs $37 per person, and is stroller- and wheelchair-accessible. The cancellation policy allows refunds up to 48 hours in advance, with class credit for notices within 24 hours. Guests should expect an easy, low-impact evening—no specialized skills required and minimal physical demand—but do arrive a few minutes early to check in at 171 E Bay St and claim your easel.

Beyond the canvas, this event is a way to touch local character: artists, servers, and neighbors converge in a space that bridges tourism and community. Whether you keep your painting as a memento or give it away, the memory is tied to Charleston’s harbor light, historic streets, and a playful brunch culture. Reserve early to secure a seat in one of the city’s friendliest creative pick-up nights.

The class welcomes painters aged six to one hundred, requires no prior experience, and is run by For the Love of Art Mobile Studio; plan to spend the full two hours enjoying instruction and socializing—arrive with open expectations, leave with an original painting and perhaps a new friend from Charleston’s downtown community.

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