Yes. Midnight Waning is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Shannon 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. Shannon is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at The Tap Yard , 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.

Shannon is a real local artist based in MILWAUKEE — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire. 7 out of 7 guests who've painted with Shannon say the instruction was amazing. Linda G. said: 'Shannon is a great instructor! Very helpful by showing how to do things as well as explaining things. Always a fun evening!'

The Tap Yard is a local venue in MILWAUKEE — 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.

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 MILWAUKEE, you're in the right place. Welcome back.

Your ticket to Midnight Waning 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 Shannon. Drinks and food are ordered separately from The Tap Yard — you pay the venue directly for anything you eat or drink.

The Tap Yard 's event starts at 1:00 PM. We suggest showing up by 12:30 PM to give yourself time to pick your seats, get a drink and maybe a bite before Shannon 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.