OUR STORY
My journey began with a single photograph and a desire to honour a cherished memory!
In the 70s, my sister Sylvia left us far too soon at just 13 years old. With few photographs to remember her by, I treasured the last one she ever took, a fading image captured at school. Determined to preserve her memory, I embarked on a quest to restore this precious school photo.
Faced with enhancing a worn-out photo, I stumbled upon a fascinating solution: paint by numbers. Intrigued but overwhelmed by the complexity of the process, I hesitated, unsure if I could translate this method into a meaningful tribute to my sister Sylvia. Yet, within that hesitation lay the seed of inspiration.
But our journey didn't begin with paint by numbers—it began with friends, music, laughter, and the joy of creation. In 2022, I attended my first sip and paint party, immersing myself in the vibrant atmosphere and discovering the thrill of expressing myself on canvas. Inspired by the experience, within a couple of months I hosted my own sip and paint gathering in my back garden, delighting guests, and receiving overwhelming feedback.
Yet, amidst the joy, with wonderful companions, I found myself needing something a little more special. While the experience was unforgettable, and guest extremely happy, the final artworks did not align with me, I thought it needed to be more personalised. It was then that the seed was planted by my sister Sylvia's paint by numbers canvas idea began to sprout anew, leading to the birth of
Sip N Paint Portraits.
My mission!
To simplify the portrait painting experience, making art therapeutic and easy-going for everyone, regardless of their artistic backgrounds.
Today, Sip N Paint Portraits is more than just a product—it is a celebration Each brushstroke is a testament to the enduring power of art to heal and inspire.
With gratitude
Melanie
Founder, Sip N Paint Portraits