Just a few weeks ago, my mom won a night at Muse Paintbar from my fellow RVA blogger, Megan, of Sweet Sauce Blog.Β While we were both excited about the idea of a fun night filled with painting and wine, sheβs still in the long process of recovering from her extensive back surgery. Β However, Muse was kind enough to not only let her come back at a later date once she’s recovered, but after noticing my blogger status, asked if I would bring a date and review my experience, myself! Β I was thrilled to take Brandon out for an evening of getting messy and having so much fun!
Muse Paintbar has several locations up and down the East Coast, and I was so excited when they chose a spot in RVA to call home. Β Muse is placed in the same shopping center as my favorite donut store and comic shop, as well as several wonderful restaurants and a hot yoga barre. Β It’s a great spot for a full night of fun! Β Brandon and I showed up a little early to watch them set up (and get started on our glasses of wine – which, by the way, they have a fabulous selection of) and get a little tour around their space. Β The interior has a laid-back atmosphere with warm lighting and exposed brick. Β Many paintings done by the staff and others just like oursΒ hang from the walls. Β The artists were incredibly friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home.
While there are plenty of party options to choose from (couples’ art, wine glass paintings, free drink night), we just happened in on a “typical” evening, which we got to choose based off the painting on the website. Β If you head to their calendar, you can see which pieces they’re doing each night and depending on how easy or challenging it looks to you, you can schedule based on what you see! Β I chose a relatively simple piece of art for Brandon and myself, though we both are certainly not painters πΒ That being said, the artist did an incredible job walking everyone through the process, making sure no one got left behind and by the time we were finished, we were honestly impressed with our own work!
If you’re considering trying out Muse Paintbar – or any other locations offering a paint nightΒ – I would highly recommend it! Β Whether it’s just for you, a date night, or even with a group, I’ll promise you a night of stress-relief, lots of laughs, good wine, beautiful artwork, and so much fun. Β For my Richmonders: have you ever been to Muse? Β If not, I urge you to go in the next few weeks! I looked ahead at the schedule, and the painting options are so pretty! Β For everyone else: have you ever done a paint night? Β If so, what did you paint?
[Special thank you to Muse Paintbar for having us for a wonderful night out!]
Your painting looks amazing! I love paint night and always have such a blast! Looks like you had an awesome time as well <3
xo,
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that was so nice of them to let you attend the event, AND let your mom go when she is fully recovered! looks like you enjoyed it!
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it was a lot of fun. I hope we can go back soon!
Omg what a cute place!! I want to do a date night like this soon!! PS – those paintings turned out so good!! Xx
I have been looking to go there!
I will be planning a GNO soon
I love these kind of paint nights! I’ve done this once before and it is so much fun and a great way to relax and let the creativity flow. What a cute little spot too and I love the vibe of the studio. So sweet that you went with your mom. =) xoxo, Christine
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This looks like so much fun! Back when I lived in Toronto they opened one of these about 5 years ago and I wanted to stop in but never did. I love all the different pieces of artwork here.
Xo,
Miki
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I really love your blog. You are awesome
xx
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Your painting looks amazing! I love paint night and always have such a blast! Looks like you had an awesome time as well <3
xo,
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OMG this look so much fun. I’ve been thinking and talking about doing this.
xoxo, Rachel
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that was so nice of them to let you attend the event, AND let your mom go when she is fully recovered! looks like you enjoyed it!
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That is like the cutest idea for a date night EVER π Besides those painting look so professional. I know I couldn’t pull that off at all as I’m a REALLY bad painter (unfortunately). π
xoxo
Thomas
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it was a lot of fun. I hope we can go back soon!
Omg what a cute place!! I want to do a date night like this soon!! PS – those paintings turned out so good!! Xx
I have been looking to go there!
I will be planning a GNO soon
You guys are totally painters! Your artwork looks so good. I love that idea for a fun evening just to chill with your friends! The space looks so warm and inviting too.
xo, Jo
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I love these kind of paint nights! I’ve done this once before and it is so much fun and a great way to relax and let the creativity flow. What a cute little spot too and I love the vibe of the studio. So sweet that you went with your mom. =) xoxo, Christine
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This looks like so much fun! Back when I lived in Toronto they opened one of these about 5 years ago and I wanted to stop in but never did. I love all the different pieces of artwork here.
Xo,
Miki
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OMG this look so much fun. I’ve been thinking and talking about doing this.
xoxo, Rachel
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I love Paint Bars! Your picture came out amazing and this place looks so cool!
Girl this looks SO much fun!! And hello, they serve wine?? Count me in! Your painting turned out beautiful π
Xx, K
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I love painting parties! They really feel relaxing and fun. Love the one you put together.
xx Yasmin
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i’ve always wanted to do this!!! It looks like so much fun and everyones paintings always look so good! I’ll have to try it out for a date night soon! π xoxo
This is such a cute little event and looks like you two had fun!!
Jordan xx
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I love Paint Bars! Your picture came out amazing and this place looks so cool!
This looks amazing and it looks like so fun!! I wish I had an artsy bone in my body haha! I would be doing stick figures!
Helen xx
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Hey darling!
Love the pictures you’ve taken! This is a different kind of date night! It can be such a nice way to bond with someone or just have amazing fun with your hubby !
Bisous, Josie
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You did so good! I did this one time and it was so much fun, need to go again!
xo, Darci
This looks amazing and it looks like so fun!! I wish I had an artsy bone in my body haha! I would be doing stick figures!
Helen xx
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That looks so fun! Such cute pictures!
XO
Bethany
Hey darling!
Love the pictures you’ve taken! This is a different kind of date night! It can be such a nice way to bond with someone or just have amazing fun with your hubby !
Bisous, Josie
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I love paint nights, they’re so much fun!
XoXo,
Tamara – LoveofMode.com
That looks so fun! Such cute pictures!
XO
Bethany
That’s so fun! I’m going to check out it they have one in my area, because my mom loves to paint and she hasn’t done it in forever! Such a great idea for a Christmas present. So glad you had an awesome time and thanks for the awesome recommendation!
I love paint nights, they’re so much fun!
XoXo,
Tamara – LoveofMode.com
This looks so fun!! I always love when other bloggers recommend new spots to try out <3
XO, Jessi
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So amazing! Congratulations!!
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That’s so fun! I’m going to check out it they have one in my area, because my mom loves to paint and she hasn’t done it in forever! Such a great idea for a Christmas present. So glad you had an awesome time and thanks for the awesome recommendation!
I love painting (shocker, right lol) and I love date nights, so this is right up my alley! I’ve been wanting to go to a paint place for so long, but haven’t pulled the trigger yet. Looks like it’s time for me to sign up! XO, K
I wish I did this when I was in RVA. But I will sure find it in California. There are so many when I looked it up. Such a cool idea for a date night. You guys are so cute and you did a great job at painting it! I need to take some lessons myself so hopefully I find a painting I would want to wear to go and drink some wine while painting! Thanks for sharing babe!
Linh
This looks so fun!! I always love when other bloggers recommend new spots to try out <3
XO, Jessi
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Ooh so fun!! Some of my girlfriends have done this and said it was SO fun!
-Jessica
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Awww looks like so much fun babe! Your painting looks amazing! My bf and I still need to do a paint nite soon haha. Maybe this weekend! π Happy Friday love! xo, sharon
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Love everything about this post! So cute!
Love, Hadasah Love
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how awesome I love things like this! It’s been too long since I’ve painted
xx f
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wow what a great post! I definitely want to try this out…I have heard about it but never done it before! After reading your post I will for sure try it out with a girlfriend.
xoxo
Fe
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How amazing is this place, I always wanted to paint with my boyfriend. I have to try it out. Thanks beautiful.
wow what a great post! I definitely want to try this out…I have heard about it but never done it before! After reading your post I will for sure try it out with a girlfriend.
xoxo
Fe
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This looks like such a fun date night activity!!! Glad you enjoyed it! Wish I lived close enough to go!
-Laurelle
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What a cute paint bar! Looks like you and Brandon had an awesome time! I will definitely have to try this paintbar thing – seems so fun!
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