Paint Whatever You Want: Open Studio Sip and Paint in Baltimore

Paint whatever's actually in your head, under blacklight, with no instructor telling you what to do.

Open Studio Sip and Paint is a Thursday night painting activity at Neon Paint Place in Baltimore where you paint whatever you want, at your own pace, under blacklight with all supplies and one canvas included. Instructors are on hand if you want a nudge, but the night is yours to direct. It's BYOB for ages 21 and up, family-friendly for all ages, and open to painters of any skill level, from seasoned artists to people who haven't picked up a brush since grade school.

The experience

Every Thursday at Neon Paint Place, you walk into a blacklight-lit studio with music playing and a blank canvas in front of you. Unlike guided paint nights where an instructor walks you through steps, Open Studio is yours to control. You decide what to paint, how to paint it, and how long to spend on each piece. If you want a suggestion or a creative nudge, instructors are there. If you want to work in silence and figure it out yourself, that's the night too. All paint and supplies come with your ticket. Bring your own canvas if you want to work on more than one piece or go bigger than what's provided.

The setup is built around people who want to make something that's actually theirs. Bring a friend, come solo, or make it a group night: families with kids, friends looking for something different to do on a Thursday, people who haven't painted in years. Students with a valid college or student ID get a discount. It's BYOB for guests 21 and older, so you can bring your favorite drink and pour it into the glasses provided. Snacks are welcome as long as they're nut-free. The whole thing runs about an hour, but the pace is yours.

What’s included

• All paint and supplies.
• one canvas per person.
• water and wine glasses.
• blacklight-lit studio space.
• instructors available for guidance if you want it.
• music and a relaxed, no-pressure environment.

Before you book

Days and timesThursday6 departure times: the first at 13:00, the last at 20:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (18 to 90 years) · Youth (8 to 17 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 50

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Neon Paint Place

Is this one for you?Open Studio is at Neon Paint Place in Baltimore and works best if you want to paint on your own terms without an instructor directing every step. Public transportation options are nearby, so you don't need a car to get there. Come solo or with friends. The night is built around what you want to make, not what someone else has planned for you.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (8 to 17 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.

Can I bring my own canvas or do I have to use one of yours?

Bring your own canvas in any size, or use one included with your ticket. All paint and supplies work with either option, and you can paint multiple pieces if you bring extra canvases.

What does it cost and what's included in the ticket price?

The ticket is $25 per person and includes all paint, brushes, and one canvas. Students with a valid college or student ID receive a discount. Water and wine glasses are provided if you bring your own drink.

Is this event really for people who can't paint?

Yes. Open Studio is designed for all skill levels, from people who've never touched a brush since grade school to experienced painters. There's no instruction or steps to follow, so you're free to make whatever you want without worrying about doing it "right."

When does Open Studio happen, and how long does it last?

Open Studio runs every Thursday at Neon Paint Place. The session is about an hour long, though you can stay at your own pace.

Is the studio accessible if I use a wheelchair or have mobility concerns?

Yes. All areas and surfaces at Neon Paint Place are wheelchair accessible, and the venue is suitable for all physical fitness levels.