Prince's Guitar: Themed Sip and Paint with Cathay Dawkins

Celebrate Classical Music Month with a twist! The classically-trained musician Prince Rogers Nelson created a sound that is unique to him and has lived in the hearts of many since his debut in 1978. He used Western combinations of instruments, melody and harmony -- tropes of Classical music -- to create the countless hits we know and love.

This special Sip and Paint, led by artist Cathay Dawkins, will honor Prince in several ways. Listen to the specially-created playlist of iconic Prince songs while painting Prince's iconic guitar, shaped in the unpronounceable (Artist Formerly Known as Prince) symbol we know and love. This workshop is welcome to all (ages 21 and up), and all experience levels. Although not required, dress attire is any shade of purple!

Ticket purchase includes all supplies needed to paint Prince's guitar, and one wine or beer beverage of choice. Other beverages will be available for additional purchase.

Cathay Dawkins is founder of several businesses including, Dawkins Landscape Designs, and not-for-profit organization, Beyond The Arts! Yet, his most successful venture is, Black Business Owners of Charlotte (BBOC). BBOC was established In 2014 and provides business development services and creates avenues for economic empowerment within black communities. Cathay is passionate about enriching the community with his God-given talents, activism, and entrepreneurial experiences and takes his calling very seriously! His most used quote is: “We must become intentional in supporting Black businesses, and that includes driving a little further, paying a little more, and accepting small sacrifices for the greater good of the Black community”. He is a church member of Elevation-Blakeney and his org BBOC, hosts a monthly “Day of Service” community outreach initiative that provides various forms of support for those experiencing hard times.