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Color Cocktail Factory

(3.8-star rating across 69 reviews)

Color Cocktail Factory is a hub of artistic expertise, offering a wide range of classes and workshops on various techniques such as painting, illustration, and printmaking. Located in the vibrant artistic community of East Pilsen, students can immerse themselves in a campus environment that encourages collaboration and inspiration with fellow artists.

Color Cocktail Factory

Upcoming Classes at Color Cocktail Factory

  • BYOB Mushroom Pottery

    BYOB Mushroom Pottery

    Unleash your creativity and bring nature into your home with a unique ceramic masterpiece. Join us for a night of pottery and learn how to craft a stunning mushroom-themed bowl and clay mushroom. No experience is required. Don't miss out on this fun-filled event!

    Next start date: Sunday, Apr 21st, 5–6:30pm Central Time
    Price: $15
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  • BYOB Make a Ceramic Mug and a Bowl

    BYOB Make a Ceramic Mug and a Bowl

    Unleash your creativity and create personalized handmade pottery at an expert-led workshop. Discover the art of hand-building with clay and take home unique mugs and a bowl that reflects your style.

    Next start date: Wednesday, Apr 24th, 7:30–9pm Central Time
    Price: $50
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  • Naughty Night: Nude Male Painting

    Naughty Night: Nude Male Painting

    Unleash your inner artist and be mesmerized by our captivating live models in an unforgettable evening of artistic expression. Join us at the Color Cocktail Factory for an intoxicating experience that will leave you blushing and wanting more. No prior art experience required.

    Next start date: Saturday, Apr 20th, 8:30–10:15pm Central Time
    Price: $35
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  • BYOB Painting Session For All Skills

    BYOB Painting Session For All Skills

    Unleash your inner artist at a delightful evening of creativity and relaxation. Join us for a unique and social painting session where all skill levels are welcome. Sip your favorite beverage and let your creativity flow as you create a masterpiece.

    Next start date: Saturday, Apr 20th, 4–5:30pm Central Time
    Price: $50
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  • BYOB Make a Ceramic Candle Holder

    BYOB Make a Ceramic Candle Holder

    Unleash your creativity and explore the art of pottery in this engaging and hands-on class at the Color Cocktail Factory. Join skilled instructors as they teach you to create a beautiful and functional ceramic candle holder. Reserve your spot today and embark on a journey of self-expression and artistic discovery.

    Next start date: Sunday, Apr 28th, 5–6:30pm Central Time
    Price: $30
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  • BYOB Ceramic Cactus Making

    BYOB Ceramic Cactus Making

    Unleash your inner artist and craft a stunning collection of ceramic cacti in this hands-on pottery session. Join our expert instructors as they guide you through each step, from shaping the clay to adding intricate details. Don't miss out on this fun and creative adventure - reserve your spot now!

    Next start date: Sunday, May 5th, 6:30–8pm Central Time
    Price: $30
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  • Make a Bonsai Tree

    Make a Bonsai Tree

    Discover the secrets to cultivating and styling your very own bonsai tree with expert instruction and hands-on experience at the Color Cocktail Factory. Learn the essential principles of bonsai care and receive all the necessary materials and tools to create your masterpiece. Don't miss this unique opportunity to delve into the art of bonsai.

    Next start date: Saturday, May 11th, 5–6:30pm Central Time
    Price: $100
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600 West Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60616
Color Cocktail Factory
Pilsen, West Side
600 West Cermak Rd
At S Jefferson St
Chicago, Illinois 60616

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Free Parking is provided for all guests at the parking lot attached to the venue.

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Description

We are three professional artists with masters of fine arts from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago. We have extense knowledge on various artistic techniques such as figurative painting, abstract painting, medievel painting, illustration, drawing, sip and paint classes and printmaking among many others. Our goal is to share all this knowledge with everyone and have fun with it!

Our studio is located at East Pilsen. Pilsen serves as a nexus for many of the strongest artists and organizations in the city. Artists of diverse disciplines, including painting, sculpture, photography, dance, film, sound, and performance work alongside each other in a novel campus environment which fosters experimentation, collaboration, and mutual inspiration. Not only you will have the experience to make a masterpiece, but you will be surrounded by the most exceptional artist's studios in Chicago.

Reviews of Color Cocktail Factory

(3.8-star rating across 69 reviews)

  • Naughty Night: Nude Male Painting

    Anonymous review on 9/25/2022
    It was said that it was 100 people in the room for this event. I came with 11. It was birthdays, bachelorette and divorces being celebrated. Awesome vibe in the room. Had a amazing time. Will come back for other classes.

  • BYOB Pipe and Ashtray Making

    Anonymous review on 9/20/2022
    At no fault to color cocktail factory the course we paid for was not offered that night per their website. They accommodated us with a painting class but I would like a refund.

  • BYOB Pipe and Ashtray Making

    Anonymous review on 9/19/2022
    There was some type of mix up with our registration and we weren’t able to make ashtrays or pipes

  • Dildos and Bottles

    Reviewed by Anne s. on 9/19/2022
    i really enjoyed the class but wish it was more clear that you have to come back to glaze the piece and also to do a final pick up. Also, the fact that glazing is an additional cost is a bit of a bummer. I would have loved to see a series of classes that make a few return trips have more payoff

  • Make a Bonsai Tree

    Reviewed by maricruz d. on 9/13/2022
    There was no "make a bonsai class". The instructor did not have the materials, he offered us a free class on how to make a terrarium using a succulent. Also when we got there the door was closed with a note instructing us to enter the code to open the door, according to the note on the door, the code was emailed to me along with the confirmation receipt purchase, but there was no entry door code in the email sent to me. There was also no phone listed on the receipt, it took us 15-20 minutes to get in contact with the place and get the door code to enter the building. Over all it was an awful experience. I will use my gift certificate and attend the "make a bonsai tree" some time soon, but after that I will not be coming back.

  • Spinning (Throwing) Wheel Pottery Session

    Reviewed by Alexis B. on 9/11/2022
    Not sure what the code was for the building? Have a session coming up soon so would like to know that for the next one lol other than that it was perfect and so much fun! Instructors were super helpful. Great date night idea or with friends :)

  • Dildos and Bottles

    Reviewed by Sharzett O. on 9/9/2022
    I had a blast it was for my birthday and I loved it me and my sister we'll go back again

  • Dildos and Bottles

    Reviewed by Shenise C. on 9/8/2022
    Really Fun and exciting The instructor very nice and patient Will Do it Again.

  • Wine Glass Painting

    Reviewed by Kelly S. on 8/29/2022
    We had a really good time but may i give a some suggestions? 1) Nearly every single botte of paint we picked out was empty or very close to being empty. I would encourage you to go through the paints and replace all the empties. 2) I don't think one person asked us how we were doing or if we needed anything. 3) Our code to get in was not anywhere on our confirmation email-we were late starting the class because we had to wait for other customers to arrive so they could let us in. 4) Maybe not hold so many different classes at one time-clients did not seem to get the attention they may have needed. 5) Some people got plates to put the paint on - we did not. I feel this is an amazing concept and will be very lucrative if the above are corrected as personal attention makes a more memorable experience. I feel once we sat down we were completely on our own.

  • Wine Glass Painting

    Reviewed by Lynn M. on 8/28/2022
    Coursehorse did not provide a door code for us to enter the facility, only when others arrived late were we able to gain access to the class. The class itself had little to no instructor interactions due to being busy and the supplies were horrible. Most paint bottles were empty. This class was “just ok”. The instructors were nice but overwhelmed with other classes going on.

  • Make a Bonsai Tree

    Reviewed by Dan K. on 6/28/2022
    The Make a Bonsai class at the Color Cocktail Factory in Pilsen was pretty cool. The venue was lively on a Saturday night, with multiple classes happening simultaneously. Everybody seemed to be enjoying themselves. The instructors were all friendly and helpful (maybe spread a little thin though). My partner and I enjoyed our class as well. It was an interesting way to get creative, enjoy a few beers, and go home with a tiny tree. They imparted us with the skills to make more bonsai (if I fail to keep this round alive). I'd recommend the class. You will get a little dirty and poke your fingers some though, fyi.

  • Bath Bomb Workshop

    Reviewed by Hanan J. on 5/21/2022
    relaxing atmosphere, fun and creative class

  • Candle Making

    Reviewed by yolanda m. on 4/24/2022
    Well I arrived,didn’t have the confirmation email with the door code,then make myself in and went to ask different people what was our seat,didn’t know if we were seated whereaver we wanted,after that,I was asking the people there,if we were needing to pick our material,the owner,teacher or creator didn’t say anything,then I got to my choosing seat and the gentleman was walking back and forth and at the end he just told us what to do an we were on our own,wanted to learn,to do this seriously,he was having 3 other different activities,not recommended this,it’s more like it for bachelorette parties or kids parties……,very unsatisfactory .

  • BYOB Pipe and Ashtray Making

    Reviewed by Robin H. on 10/1/2021
    I had a great time!!! Can’t wait to see how my pipe and ashtray look!

  • Dildos and Bottles

    Anonymous review on 11/20/2020
    Great experience! The instructor was very warm and welcoming and very helpful. Great girlfriend time. Definitely will be going again.

  • Glass Fusion

    Anonymous review on 9/27/2020
    Class was light on instruction (the instructor seemed to be juggling multiple classes at once) but we had a great time working with the glass. Will definitely be back for more classes. Enjoyed the space very much.

  • Naughty Night: Nude Male Painting

    Reviewed by Crystal R. on 11/3/2019
    Really fun, will be back

  • Naughty Night: Nude Male Painting

    Anonymous review on 10/27/2019
    The class you guys sold me was incorrect. It wasn’t the naughty nite class, but the instructor was nice enough to let us sit in on their class of toy making. It was great, we had a lot of fun and I would definitely recommend this place again.

  • Bath Bomb Workshop

    Reviewed by Donna P. on 9/23/2019
    Our instructor did not show up for our bath bomb class, but the owner was nice and gave us the option of a refund or to learn how to make both soaps and candles. He was very knowledgeable and easy going. Enjoyed our time and look forward to attending another class!

  • zxSunflower

    Anonymous review on 9/9/2019
    The class we nice overall. It's a good price. I like that they encourage you to bring you own drink and they don't put it into the price of the class. The printing we did hadn't been done by the instructor before, so the instructions were a little off. I would go back for another class!
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Review Summary by CourseHorse

Students at Color Cocktail Factory enjoyed the atmosphere. Some students felt that the instructors were friendly and helpful. Many students had fun, enjoyed their finished products, and expressed a willingness to attend another class. Direct Quotes: 1) "They imparted us with the skills to make more bonsai (if I fail to keep this round alive)." 2) "The instructor’s energy was fantastic, the space was great, and the supplies were plentiful." 3) "Jaime, the instructor, was very kind, helpful, and provided a fun experience."

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