Art at the Gardens Immersive Retreat

Back for the second year! Join us for two days of short classes to explore a range of art techniques and learn from a variety of instructors all onsite at the Freyer – Newman Center. Classes are open to beginners and experienced artists.

The expanded schedule includes morning and afternoon classes, a lunch break with built-in time for strolling, sketching or relaxing. On Saturday evening chat with new friends during the Mocktail Party. A classroom is reserved throughout the weekend for open studio time and socializing. 

All Classes Onsite: A la carte registration 
Register early—some programs may sell out.
Tickets must be purchased in advance. No onsite ticket sales.

Fee: 
Each class: $70, $60 member. Includes most materials.
$10 Mocktail Party 

Information

• Most materials are supplied for each class.
• Bring your own lunch or purchase at one of our onsite restaurants.
• Hotel discounts are available upon request (email [email protected] to inquire).
• Limited free parking is available in our parking complex between York and Josephine streets. Street parking is available in Cheesman Park or Congress Park, where posted. Please allow extra time to park. 

Day 1: Saturday, Aug. 1

Saturday Morning Session, 10 a.m. – noon
(choose one)

• Expressive Drawing
• Nature Journaling: Insects
• Welcome to Watercolor – SOLD OUT, Waitlist Available
• Exploring Colored Pencil – SOLD OUT, Waitlist Available

Open Studio and Art Supply Swap
Free, no registration required
Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Bring your gently used art supplies to swap with fellow artists! Enjoy an uninterrupted time to spread out and work on your art and chat with fellow students.
 

Saturday Afternoon Session, 2-4 p.m.
(choose one)

• Drawing a Botanical Still Life
• Drawing Botanicals with Pens
• Realistic Paper Flowers – SOLD OUT, Waitlist Available
• Intermediate Watercolor Techniques – SOLD OUT, Waitlist Available

Mocktail Party
Saturday: 4-5:30 p.m.
$10, registration required 
Relax and chat with new friends after your day of artmaking while noshing on snacks and botanical-inspired mocktails.