BUY 1 GET 1 FREE: GET TOGETHER – BEAR DRAWING DIY WORKSHOP @ KWUN TONG

A plain building-block bear becomes your own design here: you choose the colors, paint the pieces, and leave with a large handmade keepsake. The workshop is in Kwun Tong, a short walk from the MTR, and the buy-one-get-one-free offer makes it especially appealing if you want to create two bears together.

I like two things in particular: the instructor guides you through the process, so you do not need drawing experience, and the paint is unlimited, with more than 50 colors to choose from. The workshop is also open to children and parents creating together, as well as adults looking for an easygoing afternoon activity.

The main catch is the time commitment. Even the smallest bear takes about two hours, while the largest can take five or more, and work continuing past 7pm incurs an extra charge. Plan your day around the project rather than squeezing it between other plans.

The essentials before you book

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• Choose your bear size first: The options are 28 cm, 52 cm, and 70 cm. Larger bears take substantially longer to paint.
• Expect hands-on instruction: The instructor has a design background and helps you through the painting process, adapting guidance to the work you want to make.
• Pick from more than 50 pigments: You can use different color combinations to give your bear a look that feels like yours.
• Allow enough time: Estimated production times start at about two hours for the 28 cm bear and reach five hours or more for the 70 cm version.
• Find it near Kwun Tong MTR: The studio is at Room B2, 4/F, Wing Cheung Industrial Building, 109 How Ming Street.
• Check the exact price and package: The offer is advertised as buy one, get one free, but the listed package prices vary by bear size.

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Turning a building-block bear into your own design

The appeal is simple: instead of following a fixed craft template, you make color choices and build a bear that reflects your taste. The result is a hand-painted building-block bear, not a small paper craft you finish in twenty minutes and forget in a drawer.

More than 50 pigments give you room to play with contrasts, patterns, and color pairings. You can aim for a neat, coordinated design or try something more unusual. There is no stated limit on the amount of paint, which removes one small but familiar worry from a hands-on activity: rationing the good colors.

You do not need to arrive with an art background. The instructor’s former work as a designer, along with experience in drawing and technical skills, is meant to support you throughout. The instruction is described as careful and ongoing, with help adjusted to the requirements of your design. That matters if you have a strong idea but are unsure how to carry it out, or if you would rather make choices as you go.

The workshop is presented as suitable for different ages, including children and parents working together. A parent can help a younger child make decisions, while older children may enjoy taking charge of their own color scheme. For adults, the slow, practical rhythm of painting offers a change from sightseeing and screen time. One piece of feedback specifically calls it an interesting, relaxing way to spend an afternoon, while the other short comments praise the finished bear as satisfying and cool.

What happens during the workshop

There is no detailed step-by-step schedule, and the workshop has no fixed time limit within its opening hours. In practice, the first decision is the bear size. That choice affects both the final object and how long you will be at the table.

Next comes the creative part: choosing colors and working out how you want the bear to look. With more than 50 pigments available, you can keep the palette simple or make a more colorful design. The instructor is there to teach and assist as you work, rather than leave you to figure out every part alone.

The main activity is painting the bear. Take your time with the design, since the stated production estimates are not quick drop-in timings. A 28 cm bear takes about two hours or more. The 52 cm version needs around three hours or more. The 70 cm bear takes about five hours or more. These are estimates, so allow a buffer if you want to work slowly or have children in your group.

At the end, you take your finished bear with you. The workshop promises a finished piece, with the instructor helping you toward a result you are happy to keep. That is a useful distinction from a class where you practice a technique but leave the work behind.

The named instructor, Leo, has been described as helpful throughout the process. The studio notes that the instructor will adapt assistance to the work and customer’s requirements, though you should not assume that every design can be completed in exactly the same time. The larger the bear and the more involved your design, the more sensible it is to reserve a generous stretch of the day.

Choosing between 28, 52, and 70 cm

The 28 cm bear is the most practical choice if you want the activity without making it the entire day’s plan. Its production time is about two hours or more, so it still calls for a proper appointment, but it is the shortest option. It is also the lowest-priced package in the listed size menu.

The 52 cm bear is a middle ground: more room for a design, with an estimated work time of three hours or more. This may suit you if you want a substantial finished piece and have an afternoon free, but do not want to commit to five hours at the studio.

The 70 cm bear is the big project. At about five hours or more, it asks for patience and a long session. It may be the right pick if the finished size is part of the fun, or if you want the workshop itself to be the day’s main activity. It is less suited to a tight schedule.

The listed package choices are 400% 28 cm, 700% 52 cm, and 1000% 70 cm. Those percentage labels appear alongside the sizes, but the practical detail for planning is the centimetre measurement and estimated production time.

Is the buy-one-get-one-free offer good value?

The workshop is advertised from US$57.35, while the package details give prices of $900 for two 28 cm bears, $1,300 for two 52 cm bears, and $2,400 for two 70 cm bears. The package information gives average costs of $450, $650, and $1,200 per person, respectively. Since the starting price and package prices are presented in different formats, confirm the exact currency and amount for your chosen option before paying.

The offer makes the most sense when two people want to make two bears. You each get a project, can compare color ideas, and have a shared activity without producing identical work. The value is not just the object: it includes the time and instruction, plus a finished keepsake to take home.

There is an important exception. If two people want to work together on a single bear, an additional $100 is charged. For example, three customers making two 28 cm bears are shown at $1,000 total: $900 for the package plus $100 for the shared bear. If your group has an unusual mix of people and bears, ask about the arrangement before booking rather than assuming the offer covers every combination.

Getting to the studio and planning your session

The workshop is at Room B2, 4/F, Wing Cheung Industrial Building, 109 How Ming Street, Kwun Tong. It is about a two-minute walk from Kwun Tong MTR Station, making it easy to reach by train without needing a long transfer or a special trip across town.

Opening hours are daily from 12 noon to 7pm. You need to make an appointment at least one day ahead. Choose a session time that leaves enough room for the bear size you have selected, and do not plan to arrive close to closing time for a large project.

If your session runs past 7pm, the stated overtime charge is $50 for every 30 minutes, for each work. That can add up if more than one bear is still in progress, so it is worth building in a buffer. If you will be late, contact the studio an hour before the lesson; a no-show after one hour results in the lesson being canceled.

The booking terms are strict: cancellations, refunds, and changes are not allowed. The voucher is valid only for the specified date and time, where a time is applicable. For questions about group arrangements or package details, the supplied contact is WhatsApp 44461793; the studio also lists the Instagram account GETTOGETHER_WORKSHOP.

Who will enjoy this workshop most

I would consider this for a pair of friends, a parent and child, or anyone who likes making things and is happy to spend a few hours on one project. It is particularly appealing if you want an activity that ends with an object you can take home, rather than a short demonstration or a class focused only on learning a technique.

It may also suit a low-key afternoon with a child, since the instructor provides help and the activity can be adjusted to the design you have in mind. The supplied feedback includes praise for the instructor’s helpfulness and for the experience being suitable across ages. Still, the length matters: young children may need patience for a project lasting two hours or more, and the largest bear can require most of an afternoon.

This is not the best choice if you want a quick stop, are unsure about committing to a fixed appointment, or prefer a craft where the instructor decides the design for you. The point here is to make your own choices, and the time needed is part of the deal.

Should you book it?

Book the Kwun Tong bear workshop if you want a guided, unhurried creative session and like the idea of leaving with a hand-painted bear. I find the combination of a former designer’s guidance, a wide color selection, and the buy-one-get-one-free package most compelling for two people who each want to make a bear.

Choose the 28 cm option for a shorter session, the 52 cm bear for a longer but manageable project, or the 70 cm version if you are ready to make the craft the main event. Before confirming, check the exact package price and currency, make sure your schedule allows for the full production time, and remember that bookings cannot be canceled or changed.

FAQ

Where is the bear workshop?

It is in Room B2, 4/F, Wing Cheung Industrial Building, 109 How Ming Street, Kwun Tong, Hong Kong. The studio is about a two-minute walk from Kwun Tong MTR Station.

What are the workshop hours?

The workshop is open Monday through Sunday, from 12 noon to 7pm.

Do I need to book in advance?

Yes. An appointment is required at least one day in advance.

How long does it take to paint a bear?

Allow about two hours or more for the 28 cm bear, three hours or more for the 52 cm bear, and five hours or more for the 70 cm bear.

What sizes of bear can I choose?

The listed sizes are 28 cm, 52 cm, and 70 cm.

Is paint included, and how many colors are available?

The workshop provides an unlimited amount of paint, with more than 50 pigments to choose from.

Can two people work on one bear?

Yes, but an additional $100 is charged when two people make one bear.