NOLA Paint Party | Host a New Orleans-Inspired Paint Party

Experience the Heart and Soul of NOLA without Leaving Your Home

Mardi Gras - Paint Party Flyer

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Been dreaming of The Big Easy? Bring the vibrant spirit and undeniable buzz of New Orleans to your own backyard (or living room) with a paint party that's as lively and colorful as the city itself. Hey there, artsy friend! As your Paint Party professional art instructor, I'm here to spill all my secrets on how to throw the most unforgettable New Orleans-inspired soirée that will have your guests jazzed up from the get-go!

Laissez les Bon Temps Rouler with the Right Setup

First things first, let's talk ambiance. New Orleans is all about that bold, eclectic vibe, and your paint party should be a reflection of that joie de vivre!

Deck Out the Decor: We’re talking Mardi Gras masks and beads galore, folks! Hang up those beads in every color of the rainbow, scatter masks around for an impromptu masquerade, and don't shy away from an explosion of vibrant hues. Colored tablecloths, streamers – maybe even a faux wrought-iron balcony setup for those Instagrammable moments.

Professional Tip: If you're going outside, you can't beat strings of festoon lights to mimic the twinkling nightscapes of the French Quarter. Inside? Jazz up your space with a DIY 'Second Line' umbrella station where guests can decorate their mini parasols!

Set the Stage with Some Swanky Sounds

The sultry undertones of a saxophone or the brassy blow of trumpets can take your paint party from good to "gumbo-ya-ya" great!

Craft the Perfect Playlist: It's all about jazz, baby. Mix in some Louis Armstrong classics with newer brass band bops for a musical journey down Bourbon Street. Maybe even sprinkle in some zydeco for that true Louisiana flair.

Professional Tip: Hire a local jazz trio or a brass band if you're going all out. Nothing too loud – just enough to get those feet tapping and those brushes swaying to the beat.

New Orleans Bounce Theme - Paint Party

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Feed the Soul (and the Stomach) with NOLA Eats

A New Orleans party without the food is like a paintbrush without paint – it just doesn’t work. You want cuisine that's as rich and layered as the city's history.

Savor the Flavors: It's all about gumbo, jambalaya, and beignets, darling. Keep it Cajun, keep it spicy, and above all, keep it authentic. An outdoor boil can really set the atmosphere if you've got the setup, while indoors, warming trays can keep that gumbo just the right temperature.

Professional Tip: Don't forget a DIY "Bourbon Street Beverage Bar" where guests can mix up their own hurricanes and mocktails garnished with orange slices and cherries. Always drink responsibly!

Paint the Town Red... and Green... and Purple...

Now, for the pièce de résistance – the painting. This is where the essence of New Orleans really comes to life.

Captivating Canvas Ideas: Provide your guests with inspiration like street scenes teeming with life, the enchanting wrought-iron balconies, or the vibrant chaos of a Mardi Gras parade. Let the city's landmarks and festivities guide their brushes.

Professional Tip: Encourage your guests to infuse their artwork with their experiences of (or imaginations about) New Orleans. Was it the colors, the music, the food that moved them? Their canvas is their story.

Embrace the Heartbeat of New Orleans

In New Orleans, it's all about the experience. Encourage laughter, storytelling, and a bit of revelry as you guide your guests through their artistic journey.

• Encourage Participation: Set up a second line dance halfway through to get the blood pumping and the ideas flowing. Hand out those decorated parasols and strut - after all, every part of the night is a work of art.

Adult Paint Party Events - Ticket Descriptions and Social Media Posts

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Et voilà! With a dash of creativity, a sprinkle of local flavor, and a hearty dollop of NOLA spirit, your New Orleans-inspired paint party will be the talk of the town. So, grab those brushes and beads, tune up the jazz, and let the good times roll!