Lyn Belisle and I have teamed up to create a new kind of workshop experience. These one day and weekend events are part
Art Retreat where we delve into the richness of symbol and mythology. They are part
Communal Circle as well. The workshop takes place at Lyn's warm and welcoming studio in San Antonio, Texas--lovingly dubbed, "
A place of creative belonging." We share laughter and stories and a great meal provided by her chef husband. They are part
Art Class as we learn one new skill in both encaustic painting and mixed media and come away with a completed work imbued with personal meaning.
Our participants come from all walks of life. They are women and men who call themselves "art dabblers," and professional artists and art teachers who enjoy being in the company of other artists. We have those who come for the spiritual component of the day and others who come for the camaraderie. Others come to learn something new to use in their own work. A few come because this structured time provides just the right amount of "mini-vacation" where they can complete a piece of art. One or two just come for the food! Why ever they come, they do. We had to keep opening dates for the Wax and Wings workshop to accommodate the numbers.
Lyn and I have such a great time working together. Our skill set complements one another and our temperaments meld well. These workshops are truly the highlight of my teaching each semester. If you are in the San Antonio area, join us for our newest workshop, MASKS, ROBES AND RUNES. If you can't make the date, March 29, 2014, let us know and we will put you first on the list when we have to open up a new date.
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| Close up of one of the art works |
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| Working hard! |
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| A sampling of the delicious lunch... |
