Where Every Napkin Becomes a Masterpiece

Join the same Global Registry with renowned artists - one napkin at a time.

Featuring works from MacArthur "Genius" Award winner Joyce J. Scott, renowned artist William Rhodes, New York Times cover sculptor Alvin Pettit, renown photographer Linda Day Clark, and other notable artists.

How It Works

Three simple steps to create, connect, and leave your legacy.

1. Create Your Napkin Masterpiece

You'll receive your Napkin Hapnin Kit - everything you need to turn a simple napkin into a one-of-a-kind work of art. No skills required, just your imagination.

2. Connect with Others

Enjoy a relaxed, social atmosphere in the heart of Baltimore's Mount Vernon Historic District. Sip a drink, share stories, and create in good company.

3. Join the Global Registry

When you're done, we professionally photograph and archive your Napkin in the Global Napkin Hapnin Registry - alongside works by renown artists Like Joyce J, Scott, Linda Day Clarke, and William Rhodes.

Your legacy starts here - reserve your seat now.

Why Napkin Hapnin™ Different

SmMore than a night out - it's a place in art history,

Global Art Legacy
Your napkin isn't just for the fridge. Every creation is professionally photographed and archived in the Global Napkin Hapnin Registry™ alongside works by celebrated artists like MacAuthur "Genius" Award recipient Joyce J. Scott and renowned photographer Linda Day Clark.

Part of a Movement
Paint nights end when you go home. Napkin Hapnin™ is an ongoing international archive - your work lives on in a collection anyone can search, share, and admire for years to come.

Intimate, Social, & Premium
We keep events small (10 - 15 guests) so you can connect, laugh, and create in a relaxed, upscale setting. No crowding, no cookie-cutter paintings - just genuine creativity and connection.

Optional Collector & VIP Perks
From framed prints of your napkin to signed pieces from our "Icons Collection", you can leave not only with memories but with collectible art ready to display.

Ready to join the same archive as world-renowned artists?

PRICING

Choose Your Hapnin Experience

Every ticket includes your Napkin Hapnin Kit™ and Global Registry Entry

Standard seat

(great for first-timers)

$55

Admission to the Hapnin
Napkin Hapnin Kit™ napkin, pen, clip board, inspiration booklet)
Your napkin archived in the Global Registry

Collector upgrade

(most popular)

$95

Professional photograph of you and your napkin for the napkin archive
One beautifully framed print mailed to you
Guaranteed name mention in the next Napkin Hapnin™ Table Book

vip patron

$150+

Signed Icons Collection napkin print from a featured artist
Premium seating & extra drinks
Early access to purchase available napkin originals or merch

INTRODUCING

The Napkin Hapnin Global Registry™

Your napkin is more than art - it's history.

American Artist Joyce J. Scott, 2017 MacArthur "Genius" Award Recipient

Photo taken at The Patrons' Room at Mount Vernon by Darrin Keith Bastfield, Napkin Hapnin™ Founder

Every masterpiece created at a Napkin Hapnin™ is preserved in our Global Registry, alongside works from renowned artists like Joyce J. Scott (MacArthur Genius Award recipient), Linda Day Clark, and other celebrated creatives.

Your napkin will be archived, photographed, and displayed as part of this living, growing collection - a snapshot of creativity from around the world.

"Create your napkin masterpiece!"

"Imagine your napkin hanging alongside art icons - and being preserved for decades."

- Napkin Hapnin™ Founder, Darrin Keith Bastfield

Our Founding Artists

Joyce J. Scott

Throughout her career, Joyce J. Scott's work has been exhibited in prestigious galleries and museums worldwide, solidifying her status as a trailblazer in the art world. She is the 2017 MacAuthur "Genuis" Award Recipient. Her artistry serves as a catalyst for conversations about social justice, inequality, and the human experience, making her a prominent figure in contemporary American art.

William Rhodes

William Rhodes' art has been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world, earning him acclaim for his ability to create pieces that challenge perceptions and provoke introspection. His unique artistic vision continues to inspire and captivate audiences, making him a prominent figure in contemporary American art.

Francisco Loza

Francisco Loza, a Mexican Artist, through his art, exhibits, and workshops reflects his perspectives on nature, cultural traditions, immigration, spirituality, and the abstract. . A self-taught artist, Loza has 20+ years of experience collaborating with Huichol artisans as well as exhibiting his artwork and leading workshops in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

Ernest M. Kromah

As the founder of the Kromah Gallery, the first Black-Owned Art Gallery in Baltimore, MD, Ernest has established a platform that not only showcased his own work but also served as a space for emerging artists to exhibit their talents. His dedication to fostering artistic expression within underserved communities has made him a respected figure in the art world.

Linda Day Clarke

Linda Day Clark, an accomplished American photographer has been exhibited in galleries and museums, and her compelling storytelling has earned her acclaim and respect in the world of documentary photography. Her work serves as a testament to the power of visual storytelling to inspire empathy and understanding, bridging the gap between different cultures and communities.