August Creative Renewal 3-Day Art Retreat

Join painter Payton James for an inspiring 3-day art retreat designed for adults of all skill levels. Nestled in the heart of downtown Ypsi, this retreat feels like summer art camp for adults! Immerse yourself in color and brushwork through painting sessions and find your creative flow. While this retreat is geared towards acrylic painting, all painting and drawing media are welcome. 

Y.A.S. Classroom
Instructor: Payton James (she/her)
Thursday-Saturday, August 6-8
9am-1pm each day
$300 (other price tiers: +/- $20) 
10 participants max (6 minimum)

3-Day Retreat Overview

Day 1 — Arrive + Reconnect

• Introductions

• Guided painting exercises

• Exploratory mark-making + creative warmups

• Discussion, Reflection, Critique

Day 2 — Exploration + Creative Practice

• Painting demonstrations

• Individual studio work time/ Develop personal creative direction

• Explore color, composition, and texture

• Optional group discussion + feedback

Day 3 — Reflection + Refinement

• Continue and refine paintings

• Creative reflection exercises

• Artwork sharing/discussion

• Final studio work session

• Leave with completed work + renewed inspiration

You may bring your own materials (see the material list or purchase the painting kit created by Y.A.S.), or pay the materials fee and the supplies will be provided for you. Materials fee is $50.