
Immerse yourself in serene beauty at our "Owl Night Long" PaintNite event hosted in the elegant setting of Strey Cellars! Join us for an evening of peaceful creativity as we paint this curious watcher—where we play with the colors of fall and the night sky. This striking composition captures the essence of spooky season, reminding us to enjoy the Halloween spirit in more than the way of ghouls and monsters, creating a piece that brings the spirit of the holiday to any room. Our instructor will guide you through creating this meditative masterpiece, sharing simple techniques to achieve a wondrous blend of colors that nature has to provide. You'll be amazed at how the colors blend to create a painting that looks professionally done! Your ticket includes: All painting supplies (premium canvas, paints, brushes) Step-by-step gentle instruction Your completed artwork to take home This painting is ideal for nature/Halloween lovers, home decorators, and anyone seeking to create something truly beautiful without requiring advanced artistic skills. The techniques are accessible while the results are genuinely impressive! Whether you're planning a relaxing outing with friends, a thoughtful date night, or simply craving creative self-care, this event perfectly pairs artistic expression with wine country indulgence. Sip exceptional wines while your owl painting hoots before your eyes. Limited spaces available to ensure personalized attention. Reserve your spot today at Strey Cellars for this unique opportunity to create your own piece of lotus magic! Wine available for purchase throughout the event.
A Ventura County Winery and Tasting Room experience like no other, with a fun and welcoming atmosphere accented by nothing less than great wine!



A Ventura County Winery and Tasting Room experience like no other, with a fun and welcoming atmosphere accented by nothing less than great wine!
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Dakota is a dark fantasy artist who champions creative freedom without boundaries. His specialty? Getting people to color outside the lines and think beyond conventions. With his guiding question—"What would make this feel more like me?"—Dakota helps others transform their artistic journeys into authentic self-expression.
Questions about what to expect, what’s included, and how it all works.
Yes. Owl Night Long is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Dakota 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.
A painting class teaches you technique. Paint Nite gives you a finished painting and a good night. Dakota is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at Strey Cellars, 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.
Yes — Owl Night Long is a Paint Nite favourite for girls nights in Oxnard. Everyone paints their own canvas, so there's always something to laugh about at the end. If you're planning a bachelorette party or a larger group, private events of 10+ get reserved seating and a custom experience.
Dakota is a real local artist based in Oxnard — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire.
Strey Cellars is a local venue in Oxnard — 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.
Owl Night Long is a fall painting — rich autumn colors that capture the season beautifully.
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 Oxnard, you're in the right place. Welcome back.
Your ticket to Owl Night Long 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 Dakota. Drinks and food are ordered separately from Strey Cellars — you pay the venue directly for anything you eat or drink.
This event runs approximately 2 hours. Doors open at 2:00 PM — we recommend arriving 15 minutes early to get settled and order your first drink before Dakota starts the painting.
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.
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