Hey there! If you’ve ever thought about jumping into the world of teaching paint parties but found yourself tangled in doubts, don’t worry—you’re not alone. Today, I’m going to clear up three common myths that might be holding you back. So, grab a brush and let’s dive in!

Heidi with a wooden, fall door hanger

Myth 1: “There Are Too Many People Already Teaching Paint Parties.”

Feeling like there’s no room for you in the paint party scene because everyone and their dog seems to be doing it? Think again! The paint party world is like the bread aisle at your grocery store—there’s tons of variety and room for everyone.

Just as you have a favorite type of bread, people have different tastes in paint party experiences. Your unique style and flair are what will make your parties stand out. Plus, while family and friends might be your first fans, the real magic happens when you start attracting new faces. So, don’t sweat the competition; it means people are excited about paint parties and there’s plenty of space for your creativity!

Fall highlander painting

Myth 2: “I Need a Ton of Money to Start.”

Feeling like you need a small fortune to get those paint parties rolling? Nope, not true! You don’t need a fancy art studio or a room full of high-end supplies to get started.

Think of it this way: when I started, I didn’t have a bunch of brushes, easels, aprons, or fancy equipment. I made do with what I had and just went for it. Check out your existing art supplies—you might be surprised at how much you already have. Start small and build up as you go. It’s all about making the most of what you’ve got and adding more goodies to your collection over time.

Paint Party attendees show off their fall paintings in a group photo

Myth 3: “Everyone Will Laugh at Me.”

Ever worried that everyone’s going to be watching you like a hawk, just waiting for you to mess up? Here’s a little secret: they’re not. Most people at a paint party are too busy focusing on their own masterpieces to worry about you.

I remember a time when I was teaching a paint party and I was a bundle of nerves. But guess what? Everyone was more concerned with their own painting than with how I was doing. The lesson here? Your guests are there to have fun and create their own art, not to judge you. So, shake off those nerves and remember that they’re cheering for their own artistic success! If you let loose and have fun, they will too! So just relax and enjoy focusing on them and helping them have a great time!

Heidi with her puppy, Piper, and her Twilight Raven painting

Let’s Make This Fun!

If you’re itching to start teaching paint parties but have been held back by these myths, remember: the path to awesome paint parties is paved with a little bit of courage and a whole lot of fun. Embrace the learning process, get comfy with making mistakes, and don’t worry about what others think.

Heidi with her favorite book "Big Magic" by Elizabeth Gilbert

As Elizabeth Gilbert puts it, “We spend all of our 20s and 30s trying so hard to be perfect. Because we’re so worried about what people will think of us, then we get to our 40s, and 50s. And when we finally start, we finally start to be free, because we decided that we don’t give a damn what anyone else thinks of us. But you won’t be completely free until you’ve reached your 60s and 70s. When you finally realize this liberating truth, nobody was ever thinking about you, anyhow.” So why not start now? Dive in, make some art, and have a blast while you’re at it. The world’s waiting for your creative touch!

Heidi holding a hand-full of decorative gems to use on her Sugar Skull painting

So, here’s to painting, fun, and shaking off those fears. Go on, get out there and let your artistic spirit shine! If you’d like to learn more from me about how to make money teaching paint parties, as well as gain access to hundreds of designs and a community of thousands of other creative business owners, check out Paint Party Headquarters HERE!

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