Altered Paint: A Color Immersive Art Experience
- Ages 21+
Enter into vibrant night of sound and hue during this uniquely curated Paint and Sip Party!
Date and time
Location
White Horse Inn
6551 Telegraph Avenue Oakland, CA 94609Refund Policy
Agenda
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Doors/ Pre-event meet and greet
6:30 PM - 8:20 PM
Group painting activity!
8:20 AM - 8:30 AM
Group painting reveals!
8:30 PM - 12:00 AM (+1 day)
Queeroake at White Horse Bar
About this event
- Event lasts 2 hours 30 minutes
- Ages 21+
- Free venue parking
Tired of the same ol' Paint and Sip parties? Looking to spice up your night out?
Join us on Thursday April 24th 2025
Doors @ 6PM
Session starts @ 6:30PM
All supplies included!
Welcome to Altered Paint: A Color Immersive Art Experience! 🌈
Prepare to be swept into an artistic journey that awakens your senses and challenges your perceptions. Hosted at the historic White Horse Bar, the oldest operating gay bar in the U.S., this one-of-a-kind Paint and Sip party combines vibrant visuals, eclectic music, and groundbreaking lighting technology to create a feast for your imagination.
🎶 Sound and Hue: Immerse yourself in the kaleidoscope of sound as DJ Teaz spins a ROY G. BIV-themed mix, providing the perfect soundtrack to unleash your creativity.
🌟 Lighting Magic: Create art with colors unknown, under manipulated lighting technology that transforms your painting experience into an exploration of perception and emotion.
🤝 Inclusive and Impactful: This event embraces the spirit of inclusivity, boasting an ADA-accessible venue. Plus, we’re teaming up with Oaklash, an Oakland-based nonprofit, to support their arts workforce development programs through an exciting raffle!
🎨 Join Us: Whether you're a seasoned artist or a beginner, this event promises to spark inspiration, connections, and fun. Supplies are included—just bring your imagination and prepare for a transformative evening.
Don’t miss the chance to be part of this groundbreaking celebration of color, sound, and community. Grab your tickets now and make April 24th a night to remember!
**LIMITED CAPACITY**
Solo Admission: $40
Couple's Admission: $75
V.I.P. Couple's Package: $140
- Admission for 2
- 2 Custom denim artist's aprons
- 2 Drink tickets
- Expanded seating arrangement with custom name cards
About the venue:
White Horse Bar is the oldest operating gay bar in the U.S.! This 7-day a week operation is recently under new ownership, boasting state of the art sound and lighting equipment as well as a generous bar, parklet, and a billiards table! This historic queer hub is an absolute must visit for travellers and locals alike!
About the Organizers:
Hot Stuff Studios crafts connection through offering 5-star mobile art based workshops and events!
Hot Stuff Studios is a Queer, femme-owned business that was founded by Oakland-based creatives and couple, Trin + Dru Alexander-Cowan. Hot Stuff Studios is here to provide uniquely empowering art classes and workshops to any company, organization, or group that needs a little creative inspiration to keep a balanced lifestyle. We understand that creativity is a vital component to everyone's quality of life, and it's also one that many find hard to tap into. We offer experiences that encourage guests to break free from their day-to-day mold and create outside the box. Having organized over 100 creative and craft based workshops for public and private clientele we are excited to announce this exciting new event series!
All of Hot Stuff Studios facilitators are working LGBTQ, BIPOC, and/or disabled artists.
Learn more about Hot Stuff Studios and our work on youarehotstuff.com
To celebrate Hot Stuff Studio's first public facing paint night in over a YEAR, we're partnering with Oaklalnd-based performance arts nonprofit, Oaklash! They will be selling raffle tickets at the event in order to support their upcoming festival and other programming!
Learn more about Oaklash and their work on oaklash.com
Frequently asked questions
Nope! This experience is all-inclusive and comes with everything you'll need to create a one-of-a-kind work of art.
Yes, 21+. All guests will be carded upon entry into the venue. To book an all ages paint night at another venue, please email Trin at hotstuffstudios.eb@gmail.com
Solo and Couples' admission DO NOT include beverages. However, V.I.P. Admission package includes drink tickets.
Yes! Venue's entrance, our painting area, and bathrooms are all wheelchair and ADA accessible. Please reach out to Trin (hotstuffstudios.eb@gmail.com) with any questions about you may have about mobility or accommodation in the space.
No, there will not be food served at the event. However, you are welcome to bring outside food into the bar. We also encourage guests to explore the MANY diverse food options available in the U.S.A.'s foodie capital, Oakland! The Temescal neighborhood is filled with trendy dining options!
Yes! White Horse Bar is conveniently located along AC Transit lines and is also nearby both the Macarthur and Ashby BART stations.
The venue does not have a designated lot but there is ample street parking available. Before 6PM there is a meter and after 6PM parking is free. Please plan accordingly and do not leave valuables in your vehicle!
Masking is not enforced in this space. However, free masks will be available for those who would like to mask during the event. Do not come to the event if you are sick or have recently been sick.
We cannot honor refunds for this event. If a ticket was purchased and you or your party are no longer able to attend, please reach out to Trin (hotstuffstudios.eb@gmail.com) to request a full or partial credit toward your next event with us.
Organized by
We’re a Queer femme owned boutique and community space showcasing amazing small businesses + artists from the Bay and beyond.
We started as an accessory line, You Are Hot Stuff, but recently expanded to showcasing other artists and holding space for Queer creatives in the East Bay. We host a regular lineup of workshops and events to support creatives.