Canvas, a new West Asheville artistic and social meeting place, now open

Fun! Press release:

Now you can paint your own masterpiece and mingle with friends in super fun, instructor-led art classes in West Asheville. Owned by Anna Blair Publow and her husband Andrew, Canvas offers you the chance to explore you artsy side through two-hour, step-by-step paint classes. The schedule will always change but Canvas will offer evening classes for adults 7pm to 9pm during the week, classes for kids on the weekends and occasionally classes for adults weekday afternoons depending on demand.

“Canvas is an artistic and social outlet. We want people to relax and have a good time. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate your inner artist and spend a great evening with friends.”

Located in the heart of West Asheville at 735-C Haywood Rd. near West End Bakery, Westville Pub and the West Village Market and Deli, Canvas provides the supplies and asks you to BYOB and snacks. You can register now for classes at www.paintandmingle.com or call 254.4486.

“We are planning on hosting several classes benefiting local charities in the next few months including one for Arts For Life on November 9 and one for Meals On Wheels on December 3,” says Publow. “It will be a great way to celebrate our opening and to give back to the community.”

Canvas is also available for private parties for birthdays, girls’ night out, bridal and baby showers and holiday celebrations. “Painting skills are not required but the desire to have a good time is!” says Publow.

For more information about Canvas go to www.paintandmingle.com, and follow them on Facebook and Twitter account (@paintandmingle), or call 828.254.4486.