The Art Café – Open Art Studio
in Toronto
A cozy creative freestyle painting Toronto experience where you choose your art activity from our art menu, we set you up with everything you need, and then you create at your own pace—while enjoying café treats as you paint.
Time: 1.5|
Best for: solo, friends, dates, families|
Includes: materials + smock + tip sheets + friendly, experienced staff
Café: coffee, teas, smoothies, juices, waffles, pastries for purchase
What is The Art Café – Open Studio?
The Art Café – Open Studio is your choose-your-own creative escape—part freestyle painting in Toronto experience and part café.
Pick your activity from our creative menu (canvas painting, abstract acrylic paint pouring, stencil art, watercolour greeting cards, canvas tote bags, and Paint With Your Kids), reserve a time that works for you, and settle in.
We’ll set you up with everything you need, and you’ll create at your own pace in a warm, welcoming space—while sipping a coffee, tea, or enjoying a sweet treat from the café.
How it works
Good to know
Thanks for booking with us! Please Note: reservation payments are non-refundable, but transferable to another day (send an email to request a transfer and to confirm your credit).
Group bookings are available based on availability and must be reserved in advance. Contact us with any questions.
Sessions are currently held at 2229 Kingston Rd., Unit A. Our Danforth location is currently closed for renovations.
Activities
Freestyle Canvas Painting Coffee
Create your own painting in a relaxed, self-guided, freestyle painting session. Choose your canvas or birch wood panel size, find your inspiration from our image gallery, and paint at your own pace. Friendly, experienced Fresh Paint Studio artists are always nearby for tips.
Includes: all materials + smock
Perfect for: beginners • creative dates • friend and family socials
Abstract Acrylic Paint Pouring
Stir, pour and watch colour come to life. Choose your canvas or birch wood panel size and our team will give you a quick demo to get started. (Drying time: 36–48 hours.) We have pizza boxes to safely transport your artwork home!
Perfect for: stress relief • bold and abstract colour lovers
Modern + Abstract Stencil Painting
Choose from our stencil library and create stencil artwork on canvas or birch wood. Includes a short introduction, tip sheets, and best practices so you feel confident right away.
Perfect for: first-timers • modern décor lovers • building creative confidence
Watercolour Greeting Cards
Paint a set of three beautiful cards using stencils, ink pens and watercolours. A calming, giftable art activity.
Perfect for: mindful moments • thoughtful gifts • low-mess and stress-free creativity
Tote Bag Painting
Turn a blank tote into wearable art—paint a pattern, a quote, or add bold colours. Fun, functional, and perfect for groups who want something unique.
Perfect for: girls night • teens • mom daughter dates
Paint With Your Kids — Package I & II
A fun painting experience for parents (or caregivers) and kids (ages 4-12) to create side-by-side. Select your package, choose your colours, and personalize your masterpiece. These experiences come with a quick intro + simple tips so everyone feels confident from the first brushstroke.
Package I includes one 16x20 canvas.
Package II includes one 18x24 canvas.
Perfect for: family bonding • first-time painters • weekend memories • ages 4+Book The Art Café Open Studio
Choose your activity, reserve your time slot, and we’ll have everything ready when you arrive.
Book freestyle painting in Toronto at Fresh Paint Studio’s Art Café. Enjoy a relaxed open studio freestyle painting experience in Scarborough, Pickering, Ajax or Durham with canvas painting, paint pouring, stencil art, watercolour cards, tote bag painting, and family-friendly creative activities. No experience needed — just choose your activity, reserve your spot, and enjoy a warm, welcoming art café experience.
