Paint Nite by Jason Kwidd is here to show you how to paint "Bonzai Moon" while having an unforgettable night out. This isn't your typical art class—it's a fun, social experience where you can enjoy the company of friends while you sip drinks and let loose. With all supplies included, even beginners will feel right at home as they create their own version of this stunning piece, featuring vibrant colors like black, blue, red, white, and yellow. Grab your squad and get ready for a night filled with laughter, creativity, and maybe a little friendly competition. During this 135-minute Chicago paint night, you'll be guided through creating "Bonzai Moon" on a 16" x 20" canvas. With Jason's impressive 4.7-star rating from over 400 reviews and hosting 380 events, you know you're in good hands. The event is designed for those of legal drinking age, so you can enjoy a drink or two while painting. All supplies are provided, so just show up ready to have fun—no previous painting experience necessary. Join us at the Output Lounge located at 1758 W Grand Avenue, a prime spot in Chicago perfect for a night out. This venue is surrounded by some of the best bars and restaurants in the city, making it a great starting point for your evening. Whether you're looking for Chicago date night ideas or simply fun things to do in Chicago with friends, Paint Nite is an ideal choice. Enjoy the convenience of a lively atmosphere and unwind as you paint and sip. For those who prefer to paint at home, we also offer virtual options that let you pause and rewind whenever you want. Planning a private event? We can host parties for groups of 10 or more, making it a perfect way to celebrate birthdays, bachelorette parties, or corporate outings. Plus, if you bring three or more friends, you'll save 15% on your tickets. Don't worry about last-minute changes—enjoy free cancellation up to 24 hours before the event. So what are you waiting for? Grab your friends and book your Paint Nite experience today! You may reschedule or cancel tickets up to 8 hours before the event starts. Read our reschedule policy here.
Whatever your food mood, Output Lounge is flexible with small and large portions entrées, vegetarian options and nutritive whole foods throughout. We work with partners who care about quality as much as we do, and make every effort to cook with ingredients free of preservatives. Be it date night, lunch or drinks with friends, come to Output Lounge and enjoy our hospitality. Check out our full menu at: http://outputlounge.com/wps/menu/
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I am a Computer Animator and Painter with a love for "Pencil & Paper" and "Negative Space" art styles. I was Born and raised in downtown Chicago and Went to Columbia College For Animation. I have an affinity for portraiture drawing and take pride in creating photograph quality images with nothing more than a pencil set. Given all that, However, I simply live art and all forms of it, which lended itself over the years to me dabbling in many different mediums. From Oil Paints, to sculptures; from Acrylics to charcoals, I've adapted them all at one time or another, and I will never stop loving art for what it is... an expression.
Questions about what to expect, what’s included, and how it all works.
Yes. Purple Serenity is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Jason 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. Jason is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at Output Lounge, 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.
Purple Serenity is one of our most popular date night paintings in Chicago. You each paint your own canvas — same painting, different results — which always makes for a fun comparison at the end of the night. The mood of the painting is romantic — expect something beautiful to bring home.
Jason is a real local artist based in Chicago — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire. Paint Nite artists complete our certification program before their first event. Across all Paint Nite events, 93% of guests say their instructor was amazing. Cary S. said: 'This was both fin and instructive. Learned some new skills and enjoyed every minute of the event. Went with a girlfriend and we both commented how freeing it was to just do something creative. Thank...'
Output Lounge is a local venue in Chicago — 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.
Yes — we have 4 upcoming events in Chicago this month. You can view them here.
Purple Serenity is a summer painting — bright, warm tones that match the season perfectly.
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 Chicago, you're in the right place. Welcome back.
Your ticket to Purple Serenity 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 Jason. Drinks and food are ordered separately from Output Lounge — 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 Jason 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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