A safe space to feel,
express & heal through art

Guided art therapy sessions designed for women. No experience
needed, just the courage to show up for yourself.

Join the next session
Learn more

Why it matters

You don't have to carry it alone anymore

We understand what it feels like to hold emotions that have nowhere to go. Art gives them a place.

The old way

Carrying it in silence

Emotions stay suppressed, with no outlet for release

Hard to name or understand what you're feeling

Relationships with yourself and others begin to suffer

Stress and anxiety build with no healthy release

No safe space to be honest without fear of judgment

The new way

Express it through art

Release emotions freely onto canvas, on paper, in colour

Art speaks what words simply cannot

Reconnect with yourself in a gentle, guided way

Leave lighter calmer, clearer, more self-aware

Held in a safe, non-judgmental circle of women

Why art therapy

What you'll carry home with you

Every session is designed to give you something real not just a painting, but a shift that stays with you long after you leave.

01

Emotional release

Put what's hard to say into colour and form. Leave each session feeling genuinely lighter like something heavy has been set down.

02

Self-awareness

Understand your emotional patterns and how you relate to yourself in a way that is gentle, revealing, and lasting.

03

Reduced stress & anxiety

Proven relief through creative expression. No prior skill needed just the willingness to show up for yourself.

04

Community & connection

Share space with women who truly get it. A warm, honest circle where no one has to carry anything alone.

Monica Macharia Founder and CEO of Paints and Brushes Events
8 yrs
Practising artist
since 2016

Meet Monica

I used art to heal.
Now I hold that space for you.

"I understand what it feels like to carry emotions that are hard to explain and I have seen how powerful it is when women are given a safe space to express themselves."

After going through a difficult season, Monica discovered that painting on canvas gave her suppressed emotions somewhere to go. The relief was real reduced stress, lower anxiety, and a deeper understanding of herself that words alone could not reach.

That experience became the foundation of Paints & Brushes Events. She built it with one purpose: to give every woman the same gentle, guided space to express herself freely and reconnect with who she truly is.

Certified — Introduction to Art Therapy
Certified — Counselling Psychology
8 years as a practising artist (since 2016)
Founder & CEO — Paints & Brushes Events, est. 2022
Book a session with Monica Read her full story

What women are saying

Words from the circle

"

My one-on-one session with Wangari was truly a rescue moment. I walked in carrying so much, but I left feeling lighter, heard and understood. She created a safe and comfortable space, allowing me to open up freely while maintaining complete confidentiality. It wasn't just a conversation it was a healing experience that met and even exceeded my expectations. It's a breath of fresh air for your emotional wellness.

RS

Raquel Sheryl

Session participant

"

I absolutely loved my virtual one-on-one art therapy session with Wangari! Who would have thought art therapy could be so powerful online? The session was incredibly interactive, fun, and deeply engaging. Wangari's patience and understanding made it even more special. She even set personalized challenges based on our conversation. But the best part? The sense of peace and relief afterward it felt like a weight had been lifted. An unforgettable experience!

SN

Sheila Njau

Virtual session participant

"

It's incredible how therapy and art can be a healing balm. My first session made me realize that this was something I definitely wanted for myself — being able to heal from past trauma while doing something I enjoy, that helps me bond with my inner child too. The recommendations she gives after a session are incredibly helpful. Best of all, Monica is such a warm heart her kind and warm aura is delightful and infectious. I highly recommend Monica and her expertise in Art Therapy!

CM

Comfort Mwanga

Session participant

"

Through the art therapy sessions, I have obtained a deeper sense of resilience and inner strength. The experience was both professionally guided and supportive, allowing me to navigate my emotions with greater awareness and confidence. Each session contributed to my personal growth, helping me build emotional stability and clarity. I am grateful for the positive impact these sessions have had on my well-being, and I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking meaningful and lasting transformation.

CK

Carol Kamuyu

Session participant