Provided by Muse Paintbar
Muse Paintbar’s studio comfortably accommodates private parties ranging from birthday and bachelorette parties to couples’ night paint sessions. Photo credit: Muse Paintbar
Combining painting instruction with a wine bar and restaurant, Muse Paintbar is proud to open its 21st location in Gainesville’s vibrant Promenade at Virginia Gateway early this November. Guests in search of creative inspiration and a fun night out can learn from local skilled artists while enjoying a full selection of wine, beer and tapas. Muse Paintbar will also offer soft launch sessions ahead of the official opening, allowing patrons a sneak peek at the studio’s artistic offerings.
Muse will open the doors to its Gainesville location in the Promenade at Virginia Gateway (14040 Linton Hall Road, Gainesville, VA 20155) alongside a variety of restaurants and retail venues hand-picked for the urban, family-friendly shopping hub.
Muse’s 21st studio marks the brand’s sixth D.C. metropolitan location following a rapid five-studio expansion just this Summer. Muse has an established and impressive footprint in the New England and Tri-State areas, boasting locations in New York’s Tribeca neighborhood, Glastonbury, Connecticut and Providence, Rhode Island, just to name a few.
The new 2,400 square-foot studio will be a natural addition to Gainesville thriving activities and artistic community. Art enthusiasts enjoy the area’s many exhibitions, galleries and functions including the monthly Gainesville Arts Market.
Muse is the perfect venue for date night, a birthday celebration or a night out with friends, offering a variety of painting sessions each week that are open to everyone, regardless of artistic skill level. The venue is also available for private parties such as charity fundraisers, business social events, children’s birthday parties and bachelorette parties. In addition to standard paint sessions, Muse Paintbar offers couples’ night for a more intimate feel where you and your special someone can create complementary paintings to hang side-by-side. Family nights are also available two or three times a month for family-friendly sessions at a discounted price. In most locations, Muse also offers summer camps for kids.
“We’re excited to open in the bustling Promenade at Virginia Gateway,” says President and co-founder Stan Finch. “Given the community’s thriving arts and entertainment culture, we couldn’t be more pleased to open our new studio surrounded by such creativity and inspiration.”
“Muse allows local artists to share our passion and create art in a fun, relaxed atmosphere,” said co-founder and lead artist Vanessa Leigh. “Art can be intimidating, but we break down barriers by providing simple directions that allow people to gain confidence. By the end of the session, they’ve had fun and can take home an original work of art.”
With no artistic experience or supplies needed, Muse provides budding artists with acrylic paint, canvases and an apron while professional local artists guide guests from blank canvas to finished masterpiece that can be displayed at home, work, or even given as a thoughtful one-of-a-kind gift. While working on their brushstrokes, guests can enjoy a great selection of food, wine and beer. Muse also offers gift certificates and private party paintings geared toward a company or guest of honor.
To participate, guests simply visit musepaintbar.com, view the online calendar and sign up online. Classes average $35 per person, but prices may vary for special events or sessions.
