Paint The Town: Birthday Party Venues for Little Artists

There are plenty of ultra-creative studios set up to create a birthday party masterpiece that your little artist will never forget. Click through to see what each artsy spot has to offer.

By Emily Myers April 21, 2015

Is your little Jackson Pollock begging for a paint-splattered birthday celebration? If the idea of making sure 20 paint-covered kids steer clear of your sofa doesn’t inspire you, why don’t you farm this project out to the experts? There are plenty of ultra-creative studios set up to create a birthday party masterpiece that your little artist will never forget. Click through to see what each artsy spot has to offer.

For a Party That Takes the Cake: Chris Babcock Art

Published illustrator and author, Chris Babcock offers three hour painting extravaganzas out of her studio in San Francisco. Her parties come with a higher price tag than most, but get this, as well as stellar instruction, they include a custom-made birthday cake in the style of the chosen art work! All the kids get to paint a 14"x20” acrylic picture while parents relax knowing everything else, including plates, cutlery, set-up and clean-up is taken care of. Basic package is $89 per head and includes a clear gloss varnish over each person's artwork. For an extra $20 per person, you can upgrade the deal to include goody bags and photo documentation.

5907 California Street @ 21st Ave,
San Francisco
Online:chrisbabcockart.com

photo credit: Chris Babcock

How are you planning to celebrate with your little artist? Let us know in the comments below.

—Emily Myers