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Paint your date: painting for two on Friday night
Two hours face-to-face, easel to easel, to paint the person accompanying you in acrylic, guided by an artist with a drink in hand.
Artichaut (Paris 18th)
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On Friday nights, Artichaut transforms into a portrait studio for two. Sitting face-to-face, each of you will paint the other's face in acrylic, with Lilo Arimont, an artist who guides you step-by-step (proportions, gaze, colors). No painting experience needed: there's plenty of laughter, and everyone goes home with their portrait. Perfect for a first date, a long-term couple, two friends, or family. Materials provided and one complimentary drink included.
Our take on this event
Step away from the usual date night script and grab a brush to capture each other's essence in a relaxed studio setting. With expert guidance by your side, you will master the basics of acrylics while focusing entirely on your partner. Expect plenty of laughs and a unique, personal souvenir to take home once the canvas dries.
Experience a creative Friday night in the 18th arrondissement with the Paint your date workshop. Running from November 6 to December 18, 2026, this event invites you to Artichaut to paint portraits of each other under the guidance of artist Lilo Arimont. No painting experience is necessary to join this intimate session, as all acrylic materials are provided for you. The workshop is fully accessible to people with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or individuals with sensory or cognitive impairments. Given the limited capacity of only 8 people per session, booking your spot online in advance is essential.
Every Friday from 19:30 to 21:30, the Artichaut space hosts an artistic encounter where pairs sit opposite one another to paint each other's portraits. Artist Lilo Arimont leads the session, providing step-by-step instructions on proportions, facial expressions, and color theory, ensuring that everyone can create a personal piece regardless of their skill level.
Whether you are on a first date, spending time with a partner, a friend, or a family member, this workshop offers a relaxed environment to learn and create. The price of 35 € per person covers all painting supplies and includes a complimentary drink for each participant.
Artichaut is dedicated to inclusivity and is accessible to wheelchair users. The space is also adapted to support people who are deaf or hard of hearing, blind or visually impaired, as well as those with cognitive disabilities. With only 8 spots available per session—accommodating 4 pairs—online registration is required to secure your place during the series of events held from November 6 through December 18, 2026.
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