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About
Hi there! I’m Emily Prahl, the owner and instructor behind Evolve Paint & Sip, a mobile paint party business I started in 2019. My mission is to help people tap into their creativity in a fun, relaxed environment—whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the first time or you’ve been painting for years.
My art journey began in 2013 after I tagged along with a couple of girlfriends to a paint and sip class—having no idea what to expect. Little did I know, that one evening would completely change the course of my life. I was instantly hooked. I started painting at home constantly, working my way through video tutorials and attending just about every paint and sip class I could find in Oklahoma City (and trust me, there were a lot!). Eventually, I applied to Paint and Cheers, a well-loved studio in OKC’s creative district, and was so excited to join their studio as an instructor.
After moving to Colorado and facing an unexpected layoff from my marketing job, I decided to take a leap and create something of my own. That leap became Evolve Paint & Sip—a traveling art studio built on the belief that everyone is creative, and that creativity should feel approachable, encouraging and fun!
I chose the name “Evolve” because I truly believe growth happens in the smallest of steps. Sometimes, simply showing up—trying something new, embracing a creative challenge, or allowing yourself to make a mistake—is a powerful act of evolving.
Art is such a meaningful way to grow and express yourself, and my goal is to make each class a space where you can relax, enjoy the process, and leave with something you're proud of.
