About the Artist
Meet Cliff Harman
About Cliff Harman
An Illinois native, husband, father of two, and professional artist, Cliff Harman has spent a lifetime perfecting his craft. After leaving a 16-year corporate career in 2014, Cliff made the decision to pursue art full-time—ultimately becoming the artist behind the SIP Parties experience you know and love.
Since then, his work has been displayed at the White House, featured in commercials, included in private collections of celebrities, and selected for an upcoming film project.
Cliff also brings a strong performance background to his work. He was part of a comedy troupe at The Second City Chicago in 2004 and 2005 and spent several years performing stand-up comedy—skills that now fuel the high-energy, interactive style that sets SIP Parties apart.
In 2016, Cliff founded SIP Parties as a way to combine his passion for art and entertainment. Today, he brings that vision to life by creating unforgettable experiences that help everyone tap into their creativity—and become an artist, if only for a night.
Cliff performing standup comedy in 2008
Cliff with Chicago Cubs Manager Joe Maddon at a Respect 90 Charity event in 2019. 
Putting the final touches on one of his art pieces. Acrylic paint on stretched canvas.
Cliff with his wife, Melanie and their sons, Josh and Ryan.
Cliff set up a really awesome Slightly Intox-O-Painted night at Pizzeria NEO in Saint Charles. Definite success! Everyone had a ton of fun and the paintings were fantastic! I heard some self-doubt going around about skill level and ability beforehand but I think Cliff did a great job- he was good at getting everyone engaged and he made sure the process wasn’t intimidating. The results were very cool. I think everyone left very pleased and seemed to have a really good time. Wine, good food and painting with a pro- what’s not to like?? Very unique. Looking forward to another.
Abbey Potter, my sister Shelia and I really enjoyed ourselves for the “Blooming Tree” paint night (5/7/18)…your instructions were clear, you were a friendly host, very knowledgeable, full of life, encouraging and kind…..which showed in all of our work..each wood pic was different but all were lovely