In August I traveled to Utah for the Roots & Wings art retreat. I got to spend several days with a wonderful group of artists:
(photo borrowed from Judy Wise's blog post about the event)
I arrived on Wednesday, on very little sleep, and went straight to the hotel. (A New Yorker who never drives driving a rental car is always a hilarious event by the way.) From the hotel I headed straight to the retreat headquarters for a welcome dinner and a bit of a meet and greet. The dinner was lovely and we were each treated to a welcome box full of candy, preserves, and some handmade art!
After some lovely speeches by each of the four instructors, it was time to head back to the hotel for a good night of sleep, in order to prepare for day 1!
Here's a peek at the two pieces I made in Judy's class:
And a look at them, along with some other student work, drying in the grass:
The food was swoon worthy:
And at the end of the day, we were treated to a concert by Sarah Sample.
Before I knew it, it was time to go to bed and get ready for another day of art play!
Besides painting patterns, I had a great time playing with stencils, including some from the most recent release:
That's the 4 feathers stencil and I love the way it layers, if I do say so myself!
This is the Silhouette Script stencil, which creates a quick and easy focal point on your page in no time at all!
That is the Three Quarter stencil with a bunch of other stenciled designs inside!
And the Profile stencil!
The retreat was situated in a lovely location and I particularly enjoyed eating outside and taking in all of the beautiful nature!
The buffet of homemade ice creams was definitely a highlight!
In the evening, Stephanie Lee gave us a lecture on food preservation.
Canning isn't something that I have ever done or thought about it, being a super urban girl and all. But it was definitely inspiring to absorb her passion on the topic.
Day 3 was all about faces. I drew and painted lots of them!
The food was, once again, a delicious highlight.
And the retreat ended with a big group dinner at a Japanese teppanyaki restaurant.
When was the last time you treated yourself to an art immersion? I try to go at least once a year to a multi-day class or series of classes. It's good for my soul.
Thanks for stopping by!
Love all your paintings from the retreat. It looks like everyone had a wonderful time!
Love all your paintings from the retreat. It looks like everyone had a wonderful time!
Love all your paintings from the retreat. It looks like everyone had a wonderful time!
Love all your paintings from the retreat. It looks like everyone had a wonderful time!
Love all your paintings from the retreat. It looks like everyone had a wonderful time!
I try to go to one overnight crop per year. There is something about staying overnight that makes it all that much more fun!
I think that I saw your face among your drawings from the last day.
I try to go to one overnight crop per year. There is something about staying overnight that makes it all that much more fun!
I think that I saw your face among your drawings from the last day.
I try to go to one overnight crop per year. There is something about staying overnight that makes it all that much more fun!
I think that I saw your face among your drawings from the last day.
I try to go to one overnight crop per year. There is something about staying overnight that makes it all that much more fun!
I think that I saw your face among your drawings from the last day.
I try to go to one overnight crop per year. There is something about staying overnight that makes it all that much more fun!
I think that I saw your face among your drawings from the last day.
You did some amazing work while at the retreat Julie. I am a full time caretaker to my elderly father and I regularly need a break away from him. I really long to go on a multi-day retreat somewhere far away. Right now, I’m thinking about joining you at The Ink Pad in October. Navigating in NYC has me a little apprehensive, but I think I can do it. We’ll see!
Thanks for sharing all your beautiful work Julie! You ROCK!
You did some amazing work while at the retreat Julie. I am a full time caretaker to my elderly father and I regularly need a break away from him. I really long to go on a multi-day retreat somewhere far away. Right now, I’m thinking about joining you at The Ink Pad in October. Navigating in NYC has me a little apprehensive, but I think I can do it. We’ll see!
Thanks for sharing all your beautiful work Julie! You ROCK!
You did some amazing work while at the retreat Julie. I am a full time caretaker to my elderly father and I regularly need a break away from him. I really long to go on a multi-day retreat somewhere far away. Right now, I’m thinking about joining you at The Ink Pad in October. Navigating in NYC has me a little apprehensive, but I think I can do it. We’ll see!
Thanks for sharing all your beautiful work Julie! You ROCK!
You did some amazing work while at the retreat Julie. I am a full time caretaker to my elderly father and I regularly need a break away from him. I really long to go on a multi-day retreat somewhere far away. Right now, I’m thinking about joining you at The Ink Pad in October. Navigating in NYC has me a little apprehensive, but I think I can do it. We’ll see!
Thanks for sharing all your beautiful work Julie! You ROCK!
You did some amazing work while at the retreat Julie. I am a full time caretaker to my elderly father and I regularly need a break away from him. I really long to go on a multi-day retreat somewhere far away. Right now, I’m thinking about joining you at The Ink Pad in October. Navigating in NYC has me a little apprehensive, but I think I can do it. We’ll see!
Thanks for sharing all your beautiful work Julie! You ROCK!
It was wonderful to see all your projects and all the wonderful food! I am looking forward to a 4 day retreat next month: Cootie Coo Craziness here in Fl. There will be lots of art and great food, too…..it feeds my soul.
It was wonderful to see all your projects and all the wonderful food! I am looking forward to a 4 day retreat next month: Cootie Coo Craziness here in Fl. There will be lots of art and great food, too…..it feeds my soul.
It was wonderful to see all your projects and all the wonderful food! I am looking forward to a 4 day retreat next month: Cootie Coo Craziness here in Fl. There will be lots of art and great food, too…..it feeds my soul.
It was wonderful to see all your projects and all the wonderful food! I am looking forward to a 4 day retreat next month: Cootie Coo Craziness here in Fl. There will be lots of art and great food, too…..it feeds my soul.
It was wonderful to see all your projects and all the wonderful food! I am looking forward to a 4 day retreat next month: Cootie Coo Craziness here in Fl. There will be lots of art and great food, too…..it feeds my soul.
Wow….looks so nourishing and nurturing on so many levels. I really think Judy Weiser is a very special person. What a treat to enjoy such a retreat. I really love the artwork, especially the faces that you created as a result. thanks for sharing. A feast for the eyes for sure 😉
Wow….looks so nourishing and nurturing on so many levels. I really think Judy Weiser is a very special person. What a treat to enjoy such a retreat. I really love the artwork, especially the faces that you created as a result. thanks for sharing. A feast for the eyes for sure 😉
Wow….looks so nourishing and nurturing on so many levels. I really think Judy Weiser is a very special person. What a treat to enjoy such a retreat. I really love the artwork, especially the faces that you created as a result. thanks for sharing. A feast for the eyes for sure 😉
Wow….looks so nourishing and nurturing on so many levels. I really think Judy Weiser is a very special person. What a treat to enjoy such a retreat. I really love the artwork, especially the faces that you created as a result. thanks for sharing. A feast for the eyes for sure 😉
Wow….looks so nourishing and nurturing on so many levels. I really think Judy Weiser is a very special person. What a treat to enjoy such a retreat. I really love the artwork, especially the faces that you created as a result. thanks for sharing. A feast for the eyes for sure 😉
I forgot to mention ;that you look Fabulous Julie!!
I forgot to mention ;that you look Fabulous Julie!!
I forgot to mention ;that you look Fabulous Julie!!
I forgot to mention ;that you look Fabulous Julie!!
I forgot to mention ;that you look Fabulous Julie!!
Looks and sounds like it was a wonderful experience! “Art immersion”–I want that! Lol! I went on a retreat when I was new to scrapbooking, and it was quite fun and inspiring to be around eleven other creative people. But, the focus seemed more about production than expression. I love the idea of treating yourself to a multi-day art class (at least) once a year. I’ve got my calendar set for one in January 2014 in Santa Ana! *wink, wink*!
Looks and sounds like it was a wonderful experience! “Art immersion”–I want that! Lol! I went on a retreat when I was new to scrapbooking, and it was quite fun and inspiring to be around eleven other creative people. But, the focus seemed more about production than expression. I love the idea of treating yourself to a multi-day art class (at least) once a year. I’ve got my calendar set for one in January 2014 in Santa Ana! *wink, wink*!
Looks and sounds like it was a wonderful experience! “Art immersion”–I want that! Lol! I went on a retreat when I was new to scrapbooking, and it was quite fun and inspiring to be around eleven other creative people. But, the focus seemed more about production than expression. I love the idea of treating yourself to a multi-day art class (at least) once a year. I’ve got my calendar set for one in January 2014 in Santa Ana! *wink, wink*!
Looks and sounds like it was a wonderful experience! “Art immersion”–I want that! Lol! I went on a retreat when I was new to scrapbooking, and it was quite fun and inspiring to be around eleven other creative people. But, the focus seemed more about production than expression. I love the idea of treating yourself to a multi-day art class (at least) once a year. I’ve got my calendar set for one in January 2014 in Santa Ana! *wink, wink*!
Looks and sounds like it was a wonderful experience! “Art immersion”–I want that! Lol! I went on a retreat when I was new to scrapbooking, and it was quite fun and inspiring to be around eleven other creative people. But, the focus seemed more about production than expression. I love the idea of treating yourself to a multi-day art class (at least) once a year. I’ve got my calendar set for one in January 2014 in Santa Ana! *wink, wink*!
Love your first day work especially! That sewing really adds a lot. I’d like to take a class with Misty Mawn.
I have never been to an art retreat. The class I’m going to in Charlotte will by my first live art class. I have a dream that I will one day be hosting retreats at a women’s creative center on our organic farm – with artists such as yourself; maybe sharing my knowledge of theater and dance as well… There would definitely be good food, but absolutely no canning. : ) I am the only farmer’s wife who doesn’t can. Too busy crafting.
Love your first day work especially! That sewing really adds a lot. I’d like to take a class with Misty Mawn.
I have never been to an art retreat. The class I’m going to in Charlotte will by my first live art class. I have a dream that I will one day be hosting retreats at a women’s creative center on our organic farm – with artists such as yourself; maybe sharing my knowledge of theater and dance as well… There would definitely be good food, but absolutely no canning. : ) I am the only farmer’s wife who doesn’t can. Too busy crafting.
Love your first day work especially! That sewing really adds a lot. I’d like to take a class with Misty Mawn.
I have never been to an art retreat. The class I’m going to in Charlotte will by my first live art class. I have a dream that I will one day be hosting retreats at a women’s creative center on our organic farm – with artists such as yourself; maybe sharing my knowledge of theater and dance as well… There would definitely be good food, but absolutely no canning. : ) I am the only farmer’s wife who doesn’t can. Too busy crafting.
Love your first day work especially! That sewing really adds a lot. I’d like to take a class with Misty Mawn.
I have never been to an art retreat. The class I’m going to in Charlotte will by my first live art class. I have a dream that I will one day be hosting retreats at a women’s creative center on our organic farm – with artists such as yourself; maybe sharing my knowledge of theater and dance as well… There would definitely be good food, but absolutely no canning. : ) I am the only farmer’s wife who doesn’t can. Too busy crafting.
Love your first day work especially! That sewing really adds a lot. I’d like to take a class with Misty Mawn.
I have never been to an art retreat. The class I’m going to in Charlotte will by my first live art class. I have a dream that I will one day be hosting retreats at a women’s creative center on our organic farm – with artists such as yourself; maybe sharing my knowledge of theater and dance as well… There would definitely be good food, but absolutely no canning. : ) I am the only farmer’s wife who doesn’t can. Too busy crafting.
What a wonderful experience you had! I love all of the art that you produced. You sure do have a way with faces. Awesome work!!!
What a wonderful experience you had! I love all of the art that you produced. You sure do have a way with faces. Awesome work!!!
What a wonderful experience you had! I love all of the art that you produced. You sure do have a way with faces. Awesome work!!!
What a wonderful experience you had! I love all of the art that you produced. You sure do have a way with faces. Awesome work!!!
What a wonderful experience you had! I love all of the art that you produced. You sure do have a way with faces. Awesome work!!!
Wow! That kitchen is fabulous!!! I am planning on taking the Art Journalling Live workshop on Oct. 26th in Charlotte. Can’t wait to meet you and the other incredibly talented artists teaching the classes. Online classes are great but getting together as a group with other artists is important now and again.
Wow! That kitchen is fabulous!!! I am planning on taking the Art Journalling Live workshop on Oct. 26th in Charlotte. Can’t wait to meet you and the other incredibly talented artists teaching the classes. Online classes are great but getting together as a group with other artists is important now and again.
Wow! That kitchen is fabulous!!! I am planning on taking the Art Journalling Live workshop on Oct. 26th in Charlotte. Can’t wait to meet you and the other incredibly talented artists teaching the classes. Online classes are great but getting together as a group with other artists is important now and again.
Wow! That kitchen is fabulous!!! I am planning on taking the Art Journalling Live workshop on Oct. 26th in Charlotte. Can’t wait to meet you and the other incredibly talented artists teaching the classes. Online classes are great but getting together as a group with other artists is important now and again.
Wow! That kitchen is fabulous!!! I am planning on taking the Art Journalling Live workshop on Oct. 26th in Charlotte. Can’t wait to meet you and the other incredibly talented artists teaching the classes. Online classes are great but getting together as a group with other artists is important now and again.
The classes look so inviting, and I know the teachers are amazing to watch at work. And Julie, every photo we see of you — you are looking more great! And more happy!! Keep it up and thanks for sharing your adventures with us.
The classes look so inviting, and I know the teachers are amazing to watch at work. And Julie, every photo we see of you — you are looking more great! And more happy!! Keep it up and thanks for sharing your adventures with us.
The classes look so inviting, and I know the teachers are amazing to watch at work. And Julie, every photo we see of you — you are looking more great! And more happy!! Keep it up and thanks for sharing your adventures with us.
The classes look so inviting, and I know the teachers are amazing to watch at work. And Julie, every photo we see of you — you are looking more great! And more happy!! Keep it up and thanks for sharing your adventures with us.
The classes look so inviting, and I know the teachers are amazing to watch at work. And Julie, every photo we see of you — you are looking more great! And more happy!! Keep it up and thanks for sharing your adventures with us.
Oh, my! So beautiful! Love the last photo before food! Gorgeous face, just reppined it on Pinterest!
Oh, my! So beautiful! Love the last photo before food! Gorgeous face, just reppined it on Pinterest!
Oh, my! So beautiful! Love the last photo before food! Gorgeous face, just reppined it on Pinterest!
Oh, my! So beautiful! Love the last photo before food! Gorgeous face, just reppined it on Pinterest!
Oh, my! So beautiful! Love the last photo before food! Gorgeous face, just reppined it on Pinterest!