Creative Juices: 5 Art jam cafes you must try in Kuala Lumpur

Creative Juices: 5 Art jam cafes to visit this weekend in Kuala Lumpur

Shelina Assomull

23 Feb 2018

Looking to mix up your weekly cafe or bar run? Mix it up with some paint!

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The Refinery
Made for those with creative genes in them, The Refinery is a great space for aspiring artists to develop their work in the company of like-minded individuals. Sundays are their walk-in art jam sessions, but you must call ahead if you're looking to drop by during the week.

G- D6, 801, 3, Jalan Sentul, 51000 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Photos: joellimsj (Instagram)
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Cafe Atas59
A common spot for Bangsar residents, prepare yourself for an awesome side of pancakes with your art. Great food and great vibes definitely go hand-in-hand here. They have all the painting tools you need on standby, so all you have to do is buy your canvas. They also host great art workshops such as acrylic painting and fashion illustrating, but do call ahead for these!

59-1, Jalan Bangkung, Taman Bandaraya, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Photos: Cafe Atas59 (Facebook)
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Artesque
An exclusive weekend-only option, Artesque is the perfect spot to unwind after a long week of work. Their outdoor garden and rustic feel sends you to a happy place that gets your creative juices flowing. Book a session with them through their website as capacity is limited.

3, Lorong Jugra, 58100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Photos: Artesque
4/5
Yorokobi Art
Open for kids and adults alike at any time of the week, Yorokobi is all about the art. Art lessons are available and its interior gives off vibes that will definitely get those artistic juices following. The cafe is also happens to be a great chill out spot!

12a-1, Jalan Radin Bagus 8, Sri Petaling, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Photos: Yorokobi Art (Facebook)
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The Studio at KL
A well-known cornerstone of the art jam scene in Kuala Lumpur, The Studio specialises in group art jam sessions. If you are looking to gather your crowd in a new spot, contact them to arrange a session! They also offer art classes you can coordinate and sign up for in advance.

Solaris Dutamas, 1, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Photos: The Studio at KL (Instagram)

What could be better than kicking back in a cool cafe with your pals over a glass of wine? Nothing – except kicking back in a cool cafe with your pals and a glass of wine whilst painting!

This, also known as ‘art jamming’ has become increasingly popular in Kuala Lumpur in recent years. Welcome to all ages and a great way to unwind, art jamming is a brilliant way to combine socialising and dabble in a little artistic pastime!

And no you don’t have to be good at art to do it… there’s an art jam for everyone in KL it seems. We’ve compiled the best spots you should watch for your next art jam session. Check them out above!

Shelina Assomull

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