Meet Our Amazing Team

Each artist is a successful, independent, community-minded, art, education or business professional in their own right.

We don't hire just anyone at our studio! We find accomplished, local Denver artists who love to teach! Each has committed to our social entrepreneurial business model which includes frequent community fundraisers for non-profits. We are proud of our amazing staff and the things they accomplish both in the studio, in their own professional work, and in the community at large!

Nancy

Owner and Manager

Nancy is Owner and General Manager at Sipping N Painting Hampden. After previous careers in early childhood education, interfaith education, community organizing and being a stay-at-home mom, Nancy learned to paint at age 50! She is a Certified Bob Ross Instructor (CRI). Nancy's goal is to help every customer feel welcome and appreciated!

Saul

Bookkeeper, Bartender

Saul is an accomplished Bio-medical engineer with a PhD by day, and a helpful bookkeeper, bartender and stockperson on the weekends. He can often be found selling beer and wine behind the bar, stocking shelves, and otherwise supporting wife Nancy in her business. Saul enjoys playing tennis in his spare time.

Berthie

Customer Service, Event Planning and Registration

​Berthie works as our registration receptionist, answering emails and helping customers register for their classes. Reach out to Berthie when you want to plan that special in-class celebration! When Berthie is not working for us, she is a proud wife, mom, grandma, community volunteer and activist.

Vanessa

Guest Artist

Vanessa graduated with a degree in graphic design, and has worked as a professional designer and visual artist since 2002. Bilingual in English and Spanish, she's also a Zumba instructor, devoted mother and frequent volunteer in the community! Her energy, kindness and optimism lights up every room she is in!

Shriya

Guest Artist

CO native Shriya completed a bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Studio Art in 2017, and master's in Social Sciences at CU Denver. She's also a full-time paralegal and advocate for justice. A sculptor and painter, Shriya believes in using art as a tool for mental health and social change. In her free time, she enjoys movies, being at home with her family and running away to the mountains for camping and hiking adventures.

Jared

Stocking

Jared is a hard-working high school senior who works for us making painting to-go kits. Jared is currently applying to colleges. One of those colleges will be lucky to have him as a student in the fall of 2021! When Jared is not studying, he enjoys golf and being with his family.

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