Stressed Spelled Backwards is Desserts... But Have You Tried Painting?

10 October, 2025

Life is stressful. The looming load-shedding schedules, the traffic on the N1, the price of avos… it's enough to make anyone want to scream into a pillow or move to the Karoo and become a sheep. But before you sell your belongings and head for the hills, might we suggest something a little more colourful?

Painting. Yes, that thing you haven’t done since you were forced to draw a potato in Grade 4 art class.

At Rusty Spoon Art, we firmly believe that everyone (yes, even you with the stick-figure skills) can benefit from splashing some paint around. No experience? No problem. No talent? Even better. This is not a competition. It’s a celebration of colour, creativity, and community (plus a sneaky glass of wine if you're joining one of our Paint & Sip events).

No skills? No worries. Just bring the vibes.

You don’t need to be the next Van Gogh or Penny Siopis. You don’t even need to know what any of the equipment is technically called. What you do need is a willingness to laugh, let go, and maybe get a bit of paint on your jeans (we warned you; art is messy and flipping amazing like that).

Our classes are full of people just like you: accountants, teachers, engineers, stay-at-home parents, students, oumas, and braai masters. Everyone comes together to create, unwind, and have a jol. No pressure. No judgment. Just splashes of joy and fun.

Laughter is the best medicine (after Pinotage).

Let’s be honest: there's something hilarious about watching your best friend confidently paint a giraffe that ends up looking like a melting camel. And that’s the magic of it; you're not just painting, you're laughing, bonding, and creating memories.

You’ll leave the session feeling lighter, brighter, and weirdly proud of your masterpiece, even if it looks like a stoned sloth did it. It’s not about perfection; it’s about expression, connection, and embracing the beautiful chaos of creativity.

Paint. Sip. Repeat.

Our Paint & Sip events are like therapy, but cheaper and with snacks. You bring the gees, we bring the paint, canvas, and a chilled space to play and unwind. It's the ultimate stress-relief combo: art + laughter + your besties + a cheeky Sauvignon Blanc.

Your mental health will thank you.

Studies show that doing creative activities like painting reduces cortisol (that’s your stress hormone) and increases dopamine (your brain’s happy juice). In short: painting is basically a natural mood booster. It's like yoga, but without the spandex and leg cramps.

So what are you waiting for?

Dust off that rusty creative spoon of yours and come play! Whether you're keen for a solo escape, a date night, a girls’ night, or a birthday celebration with a twist, Rusty Spoon Art has a palette with your name on it.

Book your next session with us and discover the magic that happens when you stop overthinking and start painting.