Known simply as ‘Paint in the Dark’, these unique art masterclasses in Liverpool have been inspiring people around the world to throw out the rule book and dare to paint outside the lines. Using neon paints that glow up under UV lights, attendees create their own masterpieces with a paintbrush in one hand and a refreshing drink in the other, because there’s no better way to help your creative juices flow. The electrifying workshops are the perfect way to channel your inner artist, and they’re now officially open in Liverpool.
Paint in the Dark in Liverpool is taking place inside Arts Club, where budding artists and complete beginners will be sipping and painting to their heart’s content. Get creative and let your artistic side shine at these one-of-a-kind art workshops featuring feel-good songs, stellar vibes, and lots of fun.
What is Paint in the Dark?
Over the course of 90 minutes, attendees will be painting away to certified bops under atmospheric UV lights. Neon paints and classical paints will elevate your artwork to new dazzling heights, giving a unique twist to the more traditional art pieces you’d expect to see at Tate Liverpool. One complimentary glass of wine, beer, or soft drink will also be provided for when you need to stand back and assess your masterpiece with a drink in hand.
Tell me more about PITD
A professional painter will be at the ready to help out and offer some useful painting tips if needed, but feel free to break the rules and push artistic boundaries while you’re there. You can take it as an opportunity to delve into the artistic world and learn the tips and tricks of the trade or just simply have fun with it! How you enjoy your Paint in the Dark experience is completely up to you.
Who is PITD for?
To put it simply, Paint in the Dark is for everyone. Famous painters like Gerhard Richter and Peter Doig are welcome to come along, but you certainly don’t need to be the next big art prodigy to get stuck in. Go with friends, bring your other half along, or enjoy a bit of team-building with your work colleagues. It’s all good fun, and you’re welcome to take loads of pictures throughout the experience and take your artwork home with you.
Paint in the Dark Reviews
Paint in the Dark has received countless five-star reviews from people who have experienced it in cities across the world including Amsterdam, London, and Manchester.
“That was amazing 👏🏻 🤩 very friendly staff and fabulous entertainment.”
“It was such a great experience, and so different! We had a lot of fun and staff were lovely!”
“Super friendly, super fun!! Staff were great and paints were great quality. Defintely going again.”
Taking place over selected dates in the coming months, these one-of-a-kind Paint in the Dark masterclasses will be challenging Liverpudlians to let their imaginations run wild. They’re the perfect way to think (and paint) outside the box after work or at the weekend with your favorite Monet or Banksy wannabe.