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About this trip
What if Retreat
A mixed media discovering your language though materials, process and observation.
This workshop is based on demonstrations of a variety of materials, prompts and exercises to get to the core of personal meaning. The focus is on exploration, intuition, and pushing out of your comfort zone. Directives include formal elements such as line, shape, space, color, and composition with fast-paced timing based on discovery rather than finished products. Techniques will focus on markmaking, layering, collaging, excavating, combining materials, and more. Some of the materials we will be using include: dirt, coffee, natural materials, inks, acrylic mediums and paint plus cold wax and R&F Pigment Sticks©
Participants will create many small works to let go of the "precious" mentality. Freedom of expression is emphasized!
Participants will not only develop their technical skills but also gain a deeper understanding of their artistic style and voice. By immersing themselves in the making process and consistently producing pieces, artists will have the opportunity to reflect on their work, identify patterns, and uncover recurring themes. This self-exploration and reflection are invaluable in helping artists to refine their artistic vision, and ultimately, find their unique visual language that sets them apart as creators.
Materials:
- Prefer Watercolor or oil paper 8X8 300 lb (40 sheets) link
- Or large sheets of oil paper cut up
- And or small gessoed panels
- inks
- gesso
- natural materials
- stencils
- acrylic mediums ( LINK )and paint
- tools and brushes
- collage and glue
- tape
- one tube of white oil paint
- cold wax
- tissue paper
I will supply R&F pigment sticks
About Lisa Pressman
Lisa Pressman’s artistic career is marked by exploration: testing the boundaries of the expressive potential latent in a variety of mediums, among them oil, encaustic, cold wax, and mixed-media collage. Her work is abstract, conceptually based, and process driven. Lisa’s artworks feature marks, forms, colors and patterns that are evocative rather than overt.
Lisa received her BA, Fine Art from Douglass College from Rutgers University, and her MFA in Painting from Bard College. She has been painting for over 40 years. Lisa has exhibited regionally and nationally in solo and group exhibitions at spaces such as the Cape Cod Museum of Art, (Dennis MA) The Holter Museum of Art (Helena, MT,) and Hunterdon Art Museum (Clinton, NJ ) and her work is held in numerous private and public collections. Her work is represented by Susan Eley Fine Arts (New York, NY,) Addington Gallery (Chicago, IL) The artist has had two solo exhibitions in New York City at Susan Eley Fine Art in NYC 2022 and at The Painting Center, NY, NY 2023.
A highly respected arts educator, Lisa maintains a vigorous teaching program. She worked on the faculty of the former Art Institute of NY and served as a visiting professor at Pratt Institute and other universities. She has taught workshops in France, Mexico, Italy and the US . Lisa is renowned for her knowledge of encaustic, cold wax processes, concept-based courses, and she presents annually at the International Encaustic Conference in Provincetown, MA and is also a Core instructor for R&F Handmade Paints.
Her specialty centers around everyone’s needs, with focused attention paid to visual editing and critique. Lisa provides personal, one-on-one teaching time to students so to discuss their specific questions and what is happening in their work in a meaningful and personal way!
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What’s included
- Workshop Tuition
- Guest RoomsGuest room amenities include Towels, soap, shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, hair dryers, in room coffeemaker, mini fridge, tv, internet, lap desks, yoga mats
- Welcome ReceptionLight dinner and refreshments
- Snacks and Most MealsIncludes 2 nights of dinner (welcome and farewell), lunch and breakfast, daily snack breaks, unlimited coffee, tea & seltzer
- Art SuppliesIf art supplies are included in the price of the retreat, it will show in the description.
What’s not included
- TransportationTaxis and rental cars available at airport. We may be able to pick you up at the airport or train station with prior arrangements.
- Optional ExcusionsSee below for fun and inspiring add-on excursions
- Art SuppliesYour instructor will reach out with details on needed materials and supplies. You can have your supplies shipped directly to us if you do not want to travel with them.
- Travel InsuranceAlthough we do not require trip insurance, we VERY HIGHLY recommend it. Here is a link for purchasing Trip Insurance where you can compare rates and coverage. https://www.travelinsurance.com/
Available Packages
For participants who don't need overnight lodging. Price is per person and includes lunch, welcome dinner and farewell dinner only. Doesn't include 24/7 after hours studio use after end of workshop.
This fee includes State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 6.45%.
Here is the breakdown:
Day Student Retreat Fee $1075
Accommodation/Sales Tax 6.45 $69
TOTAL Retreat Fee $1144
There are no prepay discounts for the Day Student rate
Price is per person. Double Occupancy. You each have your own bed and your own closet for personal items, and your own bathrobe. You share a bathroom connected to your room.
We assign all students to rooms based on giving everyone a great space. All double occupancy rooms are in the main property.
This fee includes State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Single Room Retreat Fee $2145
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $235
TOTAL Retreat Fee $2380
If you want to save $100 by prepaying in full at time of registration please add code "save100" in the discount window at checkout.
A room all to myself but with a shared bathroom. The bathroom is connected directly to your room.
This fee includes State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Single Room Retreat Fee $2650
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $ 291
TOTAL Retreat Fee with tax $2941
If you want to save $100 by prepaying in full at time of registration please add code "save100" in the discount window at checkout.
A room all to myself with my own private en-suite bathroom and balcony in the Main House.
You can double your fun by adding a participating artist friend for an additional $1950 plus Tax. Just choose Participating Artist Friend below.
This fee includes State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Single Room Retreat Fee $2900
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $320
TOTAL Retreat Fee $3220
If you want to save $100 by prepaying in full at time of registration please add code "save100" in the discount window at checkout.
Willow I Our Super Cute Glamping Camper
We now have a super cute glamping camper!
It is a cozy 25 feet off-grid with a queen size bed, dinette with comfy cushions,
A very spacious bathroom for a cozy camper (it even has a shower!)
It sits in the quiet back area of our property with views of majestic willow trees.
We are dressing it up in the same cozy, beautiful, and colorful linen bedding that we have in our guest rooms... it will be a beautiful getaway!
This cozy abode is meant for one person. Private space/Private bath.
Our other rooms in the main house are $2900 but our glampers are only $2500 plus tax
(You are welcome to share with a friend if you wish for an additional fee - just use the add-on option below)
Out your door is a fancy awning with patio lights and comfy chairs to enjoy the evening breezes.
This fee INCLUDES the State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Single Room Retreat Fee $2500
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $275
TOTAL Retreat Fee with tax $2775
Do you have a loved one who you want to join you but WILL NOT be taking any classes? Use this add-on. This fee includes everything that the full rate includes EXCEPT for the classroom time.
This fee includes State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Extra Guest $1350
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $145
TOTAL Retreat Fee $1465
There are no pre-pay discounts for this choice
Do you have a friend that will be participating in class that you want to share your room with?
Use this add-on. You can only use this add-on if you purchased a private room with bath.
This fee includes everything that the full rate includes
This fee includes State of Ct Room Occupancy/Sales Tax of 11%.
Here is the breakdown:
Extra Participating Artist Friend $1950
Accommodation/Sales Tax 11% $214
TOTAL Retreat Fee $2164
There are no pre-pay discounts for this choice
Available options
Our room rates are normally $350-$400, so this is a fantastic opportunity to stay extra nights
Our room rates are normally $350-$400, so this is a fantastic opportunity to stay extra nights
Itinerary
6-8 pm Welcome Reception - meet your fellow students reception with Welcome Dinner.
Room check ins begin at 3pm