Our Story & Spirit

Discover what makes Isla Metro Paint & Sip a unique destination for creativity and connection in the heart of New York.

Our inspiring beginning

Isla Metro Paint & Sip was created from a desire to bring people together through creativity, connection, and atmosphere. In a city that moves fast, we wanted to create a space where people could slow down, laugh, paint, sip, and reconnect with themselves and each other. Inspired by the warmth of Caribbean culture and the vibrant energy of New York City, Isla Metro blends tropical escape with urban creativity into one unforgettable experience. The heart of Isla Metro is not about painting perfectly. It’s about creating moments. Whether someone comes alone, with friends, on a date night, or to celebrate something special, we want them to feel welcomed, relaxed, inspired, and emotionally lifted the moment they walk in.

The power of art

We believe art has the power to reduce stress, spark confidence, create memories, build community, and help people disconnect from routine and reconnect with joy. At Isla Metro, the canvas becomes more than just a painting. It becomes a shared experience, a memory.

Meet our passionate team

The heart behind Isla Metro Paint & Sip is a team of artists, creatives, educators, and experience-builders who believe art should feel welcoming, social, and deeply human. At its core, Isla Metro was founded by artists with backgrounds in fine arts, digital media, education, and community engagement who wanted to create more than just a painting class. The vision was to build a creative escape where people from all backgrounds could gather, celebrate, and reconnect through art.

"The blend of professional artistic experience, warm hospitality, and creative storytelling makes every session memorable."

Marina T. Delgado, Long island City, NY.