Name: Paint Nite: Bonsai Serenity
Start: 2023-06-20T18:00:00-04:00
End: 2023-06-20T19:30:00-04:00
Location: Big Bear Cafe
Rating: 5.0

Question 1

Is Bonsai Serenity good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Bonsai Serenity is designed to be achievable at any experience level. More satisfying than it looks difficult — Genesis 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.

Question 2

How is Paint Nite different from a painting class?

Accepted Answer

A painting class teaches you technique. Paint Nite gives you a finished painting and a good night. Genesis is a real local artist — not a teacher running a curriculum — and this event happens at Big Bear Cafe, 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.

Question 3

What's Genesis like as an instructor?

Accepted Answer

Genesis is a real local artist based in Washington — not a franchise employee or a corporate hire. In Washington, 7 out of 7 Paint Nite guests rated their instructor as amazing. Shelley S. said: 'Genesis was great! Super patient and really helpful through the entire event. Really fun event :)'

Question 4

What's Big Bear Cafe like?

Accepted Answer

Big Bear Cafe is a local venue in Washington — 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.

Question 5

Are there more Paint Nite events in Washington?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we have 7 upcoming events in Washington this month.

Question 6

Whatever happened to Yaymaker?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

What's included in my ticket for this event?

Accepted Answer

Your ticket to Bonsai 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 Genesis. Drinks and food are ordered separately from Big Bear Cafe — you pay the venue directly for anything you eat or drink.

Question 8

How long is Bonsai Serenity?

Accepted Answer

Big Bear Cafe's event starts at 6:00 PM. We suggest showing up by 5:30 PM to give yourself time to pick your seats, get a drink and maybe a bite before Genesis starts the painting.

Question 9

What's the cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 10

What does "Guaranteed to Run" mean?

Accepted Answer

This event has reached our minimum attendance threshold and is guaranteed to run. If we ever have to cancel a guaranteed event, every ticket holder receives a full automatic refund plus a free ticket to a future Paint Nite — no questions asked. The only exception is weather or force majeure, where full refunds are issued but free tickets are not.