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NEW! Art Together Retreats combining painting, journaling and prayer

What began during COVID has blossomed into something very special! When I wasn’t able to teach my classes in person, I moved onto Zoom to lead monthly Created for More retreats that combined painting and prayer. (Mind you, I had no idea how to do anything live online before then, so I only invited my dear friends and family to do this with me!) It was such a blessing to all of us – keeping us connected, growing, learning and supporting each other.

Over the past couple of years, I’ve taken the original idea of our painting and prayer Zoom gatherings and transformed it into in-person afternoon retreats for small faith groups. I also began incorporating a new element: painting the covers of journals rather than canvases. (I loved the idea that our artwork could become something more than a beautiful decoration—that it could serve a meaningful purpose in our everyday lives!)

Registration is now open for “You are With Me” – An Afternoon Retreat for Caregivers! It is being offered free of charge to Family Caregivers and is underwritten by Art Together and its donors and benefactors. Click here to learn more or to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/you-are-with-me-an-afternoon-retreat-for-family-caregivers-tickets-2003932615397?aff=oddtdtcreator

If you’d like to see more beauty, peace and joy in your life, I invite you to attend – or host -an Art Together retreat!

Free Spring and Summer Online Classes during COVID-19

My family and I have made a series of four art videos that you can watch for free until August 31st. Whether you just watch them or want to paint along with me, we hope you enjoy our gift of love during these challenging times.

Each episode lasts 20-30 minutes and includes a little journey to find the inspiration for our painting, step-by-step instruction, and inspiration from older adults I’ve had the honor to have as my students. They too, at one time, said “I can’t paint”, which later became “I can’t believe I painted that!” Oh what joy we’ve shared together and how I miss them so!

If you need a list of recommended supplies, please click here.

As an extra gift to those who wish to subscribe to my mailing list, I’ll send written step-by-step directions for all the videos below, and announcements of more resources to help us continue to be inspired and connected to one another.

Episode 1: Painting Virginia Bluebells
Episode 2: Painting Cherry Blossoms
Episode 3: Painting Wildflowers
Episode 4: Painting Beach Flowers

Art Party to Benefit the Alzheimer’s Association

 

Join us April 29, 2017 1-4pm at Greenfield Senior Living in Berryville, VA for what is sure to be a fun afternoon! 

All supplies will be provided, as well as light refreshments. Seating is limited to 30 guests and we are expecting this event may sell out quickly, so don’t delay. Profits raised benefit the vital work of the Alzheimer’s Association. Get your tickets today! 

Early Bird $50 (until April 15);  General Admission $65 (starting April 16 )

Click here to buy your tickets:   https://www.eventbrite.com/e/art-party-fundraiser-to-benefit-the-alzheimers-association-tickets-32784225501