Muse Paintbar offers fun and engaging classes, allowing customers to develop a new creative outlet.
Anyone who knows Sarah Richards, a senior at VWU and illustrator for The Marlin Chronicle, knows that one of her many passions is art. An only child, Richards got into art “because it didn’t really require anybody else to be there.” This certainly is no longer the case, as Richards currently works at the Virginia Beach location of Muse Paintbar where she teaches paint and sip classes.
With the weather turning colder, it might be time to find some activities inside. Muse Paintbar offers the perfect spot for a fun day out and a creative outlet for the stress of the semester. Whether you are looking for a group activity or a solo day out, Muse is a great spot. With so many fun options to choose from, Muse offers a space to make a fun painting.
The space is nothing short of a burst of color. From paintings to murals to bulb lit signs Muse has created a space that not only inspires but is also an implosion of creativity. As soon as you walk in, there is no denying the kind of space you just entered. After being greeted by wonderful staff, you are directed to your easel and given an apron to prepare for the fun.
“When I first walked in, I noticed all of the art on the walls, and I thought it was so cool how they had them displayed everywhere,” junior Camryn Owens said.
While you wait for the class to begin, you can enjoy drinks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic, or grab a bite to eat from Muse’s kitchen. After settling in, you can enjoy a moment to relax, sip a drink, and get acquainted with your new colorful environment.
Muse provides all materials for the class, including canvas, paint, brushes and amazing instructors. You don’t need to be an artist to enjoy your time at Muse. “I also noticed how neatly the stations were set up with everything we’d need for the session, which I thought was nice,” Owens said.
It’s more than just some murals on the walls that make for such a fun and enjoyable environment. The staff at Muse are all incredibly friendly and helpful. “It’s always a great environment,” Kaira Smith, a staff member at Muse, said. Smith attributes this environment to the workers, as well as to the customers, and enjoys “getting to mingle” with people everyday.
Richards also speaks on the great team at Muse, attributing the great work environment, saying “we have a really good team here, like, everyone works together and helps everyone out.”
Something she enjoys more, though, is the customers’ experiences at Muse. “Sometimes people will really doubt the process, and it’s really a big ‘trust the process’ moment. So to see them happy when it’s all completed is really cool,” Richards said.
That’s something special about taking a painting class at Muse; it’s unlike any class you could ever take. The instructors walk you through the process of creating a masterpiece, including offering up some tricks of the trade. Classes at Muse are a perfect mix of strict instructions and the freedom to be creative.
“I would 100% go again, especially if it was for a special occasion. It would be so much fun to do it with a big group of friends,” Owens said.
Muse offers classes at many different times and days so there is something to fit everyone’s schedule. There are also a wide range of different designs available, from themed paintings to match the season to landscapes to fun everyday designs, there’s something for all tastes.
