I've NEVER painted in my life but can draw a fairly good "smiley face"! I went to the class alone, but did not feel the least bit intimidated! I was looking forward to a new adventure and found the instructor/owner, and the artist to be very patient and ready to have fun with all of us. All the participants seemed to be thrilled as we all left with finished products! My husband surprised me and hung mine on the wall. I will be attending more classes when I return in the Fall and may even host a home party! How fun!! I have already highly rec