Paint Playground: Creative Play for All Ages
Paint Playground is a space to explore, experiment, and enjoy making art with no rules and no pressure. You don’t need any experience—just curiosity and a willingness to get a bit messy.
"IT WAS AMAZING!!!"
What to Expect
Walk in, grab a poncho, and pick from a huge range of tools. Try spinners, drums, pendulums, stampers, kitchen utensils, and everyday objects. There’s no set way to do things—just see what happens and have fun. If you want a prompt, our experiment cards are there to give you instant ideas.
Please note Paint Playground is available in the Southend Location only.
splat art
Throw, squirt, and splat paint onto canvas in glorious, chaotic style. No rules, just pure creative freedom.
SPIN ART
Watch colours blend and dance as centrifugal force transforms your paint into mesmerising patterns.
pendulum art
Let gravity be your brush as paint swings across your canvas, creating flowing, organic masterpieces.
strike art
Channel your inner Blue Man Group! Bang drums and crash cymbals loaded with paint to create explosive art with sound and rhythm..
take your art home
A canvas is included in all our packages*. Every session is different, and the results are always unique.
suitable for everyone
Paint Playground is open to everyone—families, kids, adults, schools, group bookings, or solo visitors. No artistic background needed.
Experiment Cards
If you’re stuck for inspiration, pick an experiment card. Each one gives you a new way to play with paint, try a technique, or just shake things up.
ponchos included
Ponchos and shoe covers provided, although it is best you don't wear your best clothes!
Ready to play?
Grab your friends, bring the kids, or come on your own. Pick up a brush (or a kitchen whisk), and see what happens.
Packages
creator
This one's for the people who want to try everything, aren't afraid of mess, and are more interested in playing with paint than creating a masterpiece.
Book now- Washable paint*
- Wooden Canvas
- Overalls
- Use of all equipment
Master
For those who want their canvas to really pop. Acrylic paint gives you richer, brighter colours—perfect if the end result matters. Just a heads up: acrylics stain, so wear something you don't mind getting messy.
Book now- Acrylic Paint
- Wooden Canvas
- All equipment
- Overalls
where to find us
Find us on the first floor of the Victoria Centre, which is located at the top of Southend highstreet
Create98Two
(Pottery painting and creative cafe)
362 Chartwell Square
Southend on sea
SS2 5SP
Tel: 01702 716 157.
Frequently asked questions
Booking is recommended but you can always drop in and see if we have availability
Ponchos and shoe covers are provided, but it can get messy. Old clothes are a good idea as are wipeable shoes such as crocs or wellies.
If you are going out afterwards you may wish to bring a change of clothes.
Yes—groups are welcome. For larger bookings, contact us in advance.
Yes—children must be supervised, but Paint Playground is designed for all ages.
No - this is available in Southend only
plan your visit
Reserve your spot today. Questions? Call or email us, or just come by and see what Paint Playground is all about.