Colourful Wine

Paint and Sip – Glow Wave — Thursday, 8 January (UV Painting)

Step into a world of colour, luminance, and creative energy at our Paint and Sip: Glow Wave (UV Painting Edition) — the feature opening event in our January Glow & Flow Series at Colourful Wine Art Café & Bar.
This unique experience blends the calm movement of ocean art with the electrifying brilliance of UV-reactive paints that come alive under blacklight.

Glow & Flow is our signature January theme, built around light, movement, and a sense of serene awakening. Glow Wave perfectly embodies this concept — a flowing wave captured in motion, illuminated by vibrant neon blues, aquas, whites, and glowing highlights. Under UV lights, your artwork transforms into a radiant, immersive piece that feels energetic and serene all at once.

Whether you’re completely new to painting or have creative experience, this UV Paint and Sip offers something magical: a chance to paint in a glowing studio, watch your colours light up instantly, and experience art in a way you’ve never seen before.

🌊 What You’ll Paint in this Paint and Sip session

Glow Wave is a hypnotic, ocean-inspired artwork designed specifically for UV pigments.
Throughout the workshop, you’ll learn how to:

• Work with UV-reactive paints that pop under blacklight

• Blend neon gradients to create glowing water effects

• Use curved brushstrokes to mimic wave flow

• Build depth using layered light and shadow

• Highlight the crest of the wave for a luminous result

• Enhance details that become ultra-vibrant under UV lighting

UV painting is a different experience from traditional acrylics — the colours look soft when applied, then burst into brightness the moment the blacklights hit them. This gives the workshop a sense of magic and instant artistic reward.

The final piece is a glowing, powerful wave that looks stunning both in normal lighting and in neon mode.

🌌 A Glow-in-the-Dark Paint and Sip Experience

This January, we transform Colourful Wine into a soft, glowing creative space — but for our UV nights, the studio truly shines. Expect:

• A blacklight-lit studio designed for glowing artwork

• UV-reactive paints, neon pigments, and glowing palettes

• Guided UV painting techniques suitable for beginners

• A cosy and welcoming environment

• All art materials provided: canvas, UV paints, brushes, apron

• Bar and café options available throughout the session

There is something uniquely calming about painting under glow light. The colours feel soft, the atmosphere feels dreamy, and the gentle lighting makes the whole experience feel like a creative escape.

To see more events in this month-long series, visit our Glow & Flow January page.

✨ Why UV Painting Is the Perfect Start to 2026

Unlike ordinary painting, UV art encourages playfulness, exploration, and flow. It’s perfect for January because:

• It feels fresh and different

• It helps you ease into the year with creativity

• It symbolises brightness and renewal

• It activates your imagination

• It encourages you to relax and try something new

Many participants describe UV painting as meditative but energising — a beautiful balance of calm and excitement, perfect for a new-year reset.

Glow Wave, in particular, represents forward motion, resilience, and clarity — themes that align beautifully with starting a new year.

🌱 Creativity & Wellness

Painting is a therapeutic practice, but UV painting offers an added layer of sensory engagement that deepens the calming experience. The soft glow reduces visual tension, colours appear softer while you work, and the transformation under blacklight creates a sense of reward and joy.

For more insight into how creativity supports mental health, visit:
Better Health Channel – Creative Activities & Health

Glow & Flow embraces the benefits of creativity as a pathway to emotional restoration and mindful presence.

👥 Who Should Attend

Glow Wave UV Paint and Sip is ideal for:

• Adults wanting a fun and calming night with a twist

• Anyone curious about UV or glow-in-the-dark art

• Beginners wanting guided, easy-to-follow instruction

• Couples wanting a unique, glowing date night

• Groups of friends looking for a vibrant creative outing

• Solo attendees wanting a peaceful and friendly environment

• Ocean lovers and fans of immersive neon art

No experience is needed — UV painting is wonderfully accessible and very forgiving.

📍 Event Details

Date: Thursday, 8 January
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Location: Colourful Wine Art Café & Bar
Address: Shop 34, 12 Conferta Avenue, Tallawong NSW 2762
Price: $50 (15x20cm canvas with easel)
Includes: All painting materials + UV-reactive paints + guided UV session

Drinks and food are available for purchase at the bar throughout the event.

🎟️ Book Your Spot

Kick off your year with a glowing, flowing creative escape.
Glow Wave UV Paint and Sip is one of our most visually striking sessions and a favourite among guests seeking something calming yet unforgettable.