Recharge & Paint: Discover Your Inner Artist with Dino 🎨

In a world that moves fast and demands more, creative expression offers a powerful way to slow down, recharge, and reconnect with yourself, exactly what we all need for burnout prevention and recovery.

Have you ever thought, “I wish I could paint”? Good news: you can. You just need a bit of guidance, the right tools, and a simple approach.

On July 25th, Friday at 2 pm, we'll meet in de Boomspijker to join Dino (artist, designer, and creative mentor), our hyper-talented painter from the community, for a 3-hour hands-on acrylic painting workshop, where we’ll learn how to bring any image to life on canvas.

This session is all about breaking the myth that painting is only for the “talented.” It’s for everyone.

What you’ll learn:
🎯 How to transfer any image onto your canvas using a simple and effective technique
🎨 How to apply base colors, mix tones, and build contrast with highlights and shadows
🖌️ Tips on using brushes, handling acrylics, and layering paint for beautiful results
🧠 Painting as a form of meditation and recovery

Who it’s for:
Total beginners, curious creatives, or anyone who’s ever said “I’m not an artist.” No judgment, no pressure.

What to bring:
If you already have your own acrylic paints, brushes, and canvas, feel free to bring them with you. If not, no worries, materials will be provided on-site.

⚠️ Important information ⚠️
This event is offered pro bono and is free to join, with a small shared contribution (around 15 EUR, depending on the number of participants) to cover the venue rental and the materials. Payment will be arranged via Tikkie or cash after the session.

📝 Community guidelines 📝

• If you RSVP, please attend! Late cancellations (within 24 hours) or no-shows mean others miss out. After 2 late cancellations or no-shows without notice, participation may be restricted 💔
• Please only join if your status is "Going" (don't show up randomly or from the waitlist) 🙏
• Arrive on time (a few minutes early is best) ⏰
• For casual events: stay as long or as little as you like, just let us know. For workshops: please stay for the entire session 🌿
• Be fully present and keep your phones tucked away 📵
• You don’t need to be on burnout leave to join, but understanding its impact is crucial for creating a safe space 💛
• We love familiar faces, but let’s make sure everyone gets a chance to join the meetups 🌱
• Share feedback! I’d love to hear from you 💬
• Suggest events or volunteer to host 🎉
• Be kind, be mindful, and have fun ✨