3 Cafés Where You Can Paint & 3 Must-Visit Cultural & Creative Spaces for Art Enthusiasts

 By MOOK Scenic Spots Wu Pin-xuan, compiled and reported
 
Do you love painting but lack a suitable space and tools? Actually, painting requires quite a few supplies, and if you don’t paint often, it’s hard to predict how many brushes you’ll need each time, and dried-up paint is such a waste. Then you absolutely can’t miss these cafés—they’re not just ordinary cafés, but painting cafés where you can unleash your artistic soul, whipping up brushstrokes on canvas while enjoying a meal. With such a unique vibe, art-loving you really can’t miss them out!
 

The Escape Artist
                
With two branches in Taipei, The Escape Artist not only offers kitchen-made meals and drinks to enjoy, but also lets you and your friends gather here to have fun painting. All kinds of canvas sizes are available, and before you know it, you could end up painting the whole afternoon!
 

 [Info]
【EA Wenchang Main Store】
Address: No. 68, Wenchang St., Da’an District, Taipei City
Phone: 02-2707-0767
Hours: (Mon) Closed
(Tue)–(Sat) 10:00 – 23:00
(Sun) 10:00 – 22:00
 
【EA Songyan Second Store】
Address: 2F, No. 88, Yan Factory Rd., Xinyi District, Taipei City
Phone: 02-6636-5888 #1609
Hours: 11:00–22:00 (Songyan store operates on a first-come-first-served basis on holidays)

 
CMYK GALLERY
 
CMYK GALLERY is a new type of hybrid space that combines painting, dining, café, and gallery, redefining a new form of entertainment life. Come here to paint, have a meal, or order an ice drink and pancakes—it’s definitely a great way to enrich your day.
 

  [Info]
Address: No. 580, Dehua St., North District, Taichung City
Phone: 04 2201 7999
Hours: Tue–Fri 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sat–Sun 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Mon Closed
 
 
vision Art
 
Located near the Taichung Fine Arts Museum, “vision Art” continues the artistic atmosphere of the museum, offering an art and cultural space themed around DIY painting. Run by two girls who love beautiful and interesting things, they strive to bring their ideas to life. The shop has a dedicated area where you can focus on painting—just grab a drink, choose your canvas, and start your artistic journey!
 

 [Info]
Address: No. 89, Zhongshan Rd., Central District, Taichung City
Phone: 04 2223 2979
Hours: Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun 12:00–22:00
Sat 16:00–22:00
          Closed on Tuesdays
 
 
Those interested in trying painting or simply looking to relax at home can gather with a few friends, paint, chat, and enjoy a leisurely time—try this unique form of entertainment!
 

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