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Brush Crazy in Columbus, Ohio

Pick a project, pour what you brought, and settle in. At Brush Crazy you choose from hundreds of step-by-step designs and mediums, then paint at your own pace while artists circle the room with tips when you want them. It is a true BYOB studio, so your favorite drink and a snack spread are part of the setup if you like.

The menu goes well beyond canvas. On any given week you might see ceramics, wood signs, mosaics, candle making, fluid and marble art, plus one-off themed classes that pop up on the studio calendar. There are no sitting fees, and some specialty techniques offer optional add-ons. If you do not finish before closing, you can bring your piece back to complete it later at no extra cost.

Walk-ins are welcome for Open Paint, and the staff notes that reservations help them bring in enough artists on busy days. Groups do not have to choose the same project, and there are more than 900 guided designs to browse. Parties and private reservations are available, with deposits applied as studio credit toward your visit.

Brush Crazy’s Columbus studio sits in the Bethel Road area, and the calendar often mixes Drop-In & Paint blocks with classes and the occasional karaoke night. The overall feel is flexible and social. You pick the project and pace, and the team keeps guidance on hand without turning it into a formal class unless you sign up for one.

  • Location: Bethel Road area of northwest Columbus
  • Studio hours: Wednesday 1–8 PM, Thursday 1–8 PM, Friday 1–9 PM, Saturday 11 AM–9 PM, Sunday 11 AM–8 PM; Monday and Tuesday listed as Book your event
  • BYOB policy: Bring your own drinks; outside food is allowed
  • Walk-ins: Welcome for Open Paint; reservations appreciated
  • Pricing: Projects start around $15, with many options in the $20–$40 range; higher-priced projects available and some techniques have add-ons
  • Known for: Choose-your-own project model across canvas, ceramics, wood, mosaics, candles, and poured/“fluid” art

If you want a flexible, bring-your-own-beverage paint session where you can pick from a wide range of projects and get help when you need it, this studio fits the bill.

Published: August 28, 2026