Name: Paint Nite: Mystic Desert
Start: 2026-09-05T20:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-09-05T22:00:00-07:00
Location: TalkTales Entertainment
Rating: 4.5

Question 1

Is Mystic Desert good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Mystic Desert is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Arlene breaks every step down clearly. Most of our guests have never picked up a brush before, and they leave with something they're genuinely proud of. Worth knowing: Paint Nite events happen at real bars and restaurants, not studios — it's a night out that happens to involve painting.

Question 2

How is Paint Nite different from a painting class?

Accepted Answer

A painting class teaches you technique. Paint Nite gives you a finished painting and a good night. Arlene is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at TalkTales Entertainment, a real local spot, not a studio. Paint Nite invented this format in 2012 and has sold more than 10 million tickets. The trade-off is honest: lighting varies, it can get loud, and the person at the next easel is a stranger. That's the point. It's more of a night out than a class.

Question 3

What's Arlene like as an instructor?

Accepted Answer

Arlene is a real local artist based in Los Angeles  — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire. 6 out of 18 guests who've painted with Arlene say the instruction was amazing. Julianna B. said: 'Awesome event! The teacher is so incredible and the event was fun, educational, entertaining and inspiring!! Highly recommended!!!'

Question 4

What's TalkTales Entertainment like?

Accepted Answer

TalkTales Entertainment is a local venue in Los Angeles  — a real local spot, not a dedicated painting studio. Paint Nite events happen at places like this by design — venues with character, regulars, and a bar. It can get lively. That's what makes it a night out rather than a class.

Question 5

Are there more Paint Nite events in Los Angeles ?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we have 64 upcoming events in Los Angeles  this month.

Question 6

Is Mystic Desert a seasonal painting?

Accepted Answer

Mystic Desert is a summer painting — bright, warm tones that match the season perfectly.

Question 7

Whatever happened to Yaymaker?

Accepted Answer

Yaymaker is Paint Nite. We brought both brands together under the Paint Nite name — same artists, same events, same format we invented in 2012. More than 10 million tickets have been sold across both brands combined. If you used to attend Yaymaker events in Los Angeles , you're in the right place. Welcome back.

Question 8

What's included in my ticket for this event?

Accepted Answer

Your ticket to Mystic Desert includes the canvas, all the paint you'll need, the use of brushes and an apron during the event, and step-by-step instruction from Arlene. Drinks and food are ordered separately from TalkTales Entertainment — you pay the venue directly for anything you eat or drink.

Question 9

How long is Mystic Desert?

Accepted Answer

TalkTales Entertainment's event starts at 8:00 PM. We suggest showing up by 7:30 PM to give yourself time to pick your seats, get a drink and maybe a bite before Arlene starts the painting.

Question 10

What's the cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

You can reschedule your ticket to any other Paint Nite event up to 24 hours before this one starts. After that, tickets are locked — no refunds or changes. If Paint Nite cancels this event for any reason, you'll receive a full automatic refund.