There are two Paint Bar locations in Boston - one in Newton (down the street from my apartment), and one on Newbury Street in Boston. We chose the Newton location so we didn't have to fight for parking - it's free after 6pm.
The inside of this location is super cute - bright colors on the walls, tables with easels and canvases just waiting for eager painters, and a mini gallery displaying all of the paintings they do each month. Laura was also in love with the giant giraffe painting hanging in the purple and yellow bathroom.
In addition to the painting you'll do, there's also the "bar" half. They sell wine by the glass, soda, water, chips and candy for you to enjoy while you hang out. All the makings for a great evening!
When we arrived, we were shown to our seats (so nice there was assigned seating so you don't need to worry about getting there at a certain time so your group can sit together) and told to head to the back to get ready. We grabbed our aprons and headed to the paint area, which had instructions about how many 'squirts' of each color we needed to complete that evening's panting. So easy.
Then we met our teacher for the evening (Jackie), who actually started Paint Bar with her mother! Jackie is hilarious, talented, and GOOD at what she does. She managed to strike a balance between clear instruction and funny banter that made for a fantastic few hours.
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| Our instructor for the evening, Jackie! |
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| Laura was soooo excited to get her paint! |
It was such a fun night - I can't WAIT to go back!
I've always wanted to do that! Did they serve wine at this thing?
ReplyDeleteYou bet! I wouldn't have painted half as well if they hadn't! :-D
DeleteYes, yes!! You would have LOVED it Court!
DeleteI love seeing the different interpretations of the same subject. Looks like it was a fun time!
ReplyDeleteMe too - that was a really fun thing.
DeleteSuch fun! Wish I could have joined :)
ReplyDeleteMe too - we missed youuuu!
DeleteYou did such a good job! tThis is such a good idea, it would even be a very interesting date idea!
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It really would. They have some paintings that two people do together - each paints a canvas that goes together. :)
DeleteI have always wanted to do something like this! I need to see if we have something similar in San Diego.
ReplyDeleteI just have to add a comment!! I'm an "avid" painter at the Paint Bar!! I adore Jackie!! A matter of fact..I adore the whole Paint Bar family! I went one day with a Groupon and I've been addicted ever since..I've been probably about 8ish times and I go monthly now! You'll be totally addicted! You just found the best place in Boston to spend $35.00 and have the most fun EVAH!!
ReplyDeleteNice!! You have your own little gallery by now, don't you! It really is a bargin - $35 for all that fun...perfect! Thanks for stopping by Kathy!
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