Immerse yourself in creativity at this destination art retreat hosted by Julie Adriansen and Jennifer Evans. All levels of experience welcome. Art sessions are interspersed with visits to scenic Grand Valley locations around the town of Palisade. Relax at the end of each day with an upscale dinner at a local venue before retiring at premier accommodations in the heart of Colorado's vineyards.
Learn new ways to explore creativity: watercolor techniques and mixed media/collage/acrylic. Each day features artist demonstrations and classes, insight, and plenty of time for Q&A. You'll have multiple supplies at your fingertips, with techniques designed to make the most of your experience. Let your imagination soar! You'll gain ideas to continue making art for months after the retreat.
Relax at the end of each day with the group at a fine dining restaurant. Then retire to your king room at The Wine Country Inn, an upscale boutique hotel and operating vineyard.
Palisade is located on the edge of the Grand Mesa (the world’s largest flat-top mountain), nestled in the heart of Colorado's wine country. The town boasts 30+ area wineries, but it's famous for more than grapes. Palisade's 500,000 Elberta peach trees are tended by 300 local growers. Other orchards have cherry and apricot trees. Discover the town's art galleries, quaint shops, and farm-to-table restaurants.
Indulge in the spectacular landscape, breathe the mountain air, enjoy local flavors and spark friendships during this immersive art getaway.
AGENDA:
Wednesday, September 24
--Check in at Wine Country Inn
--Welcome reception / artist meet-and-greet at Blue Pig Gallery (downtown Palisade)
--Hearty hors d'oeuvres and wine at retreat residence
Thursday, September 25
--10 a.m. to noon: Morning Art Session
Mixed Media Canvas inspired by Palisade peach orchards
--Lunch
--1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.: Afternoon Art Session
Landscape of Mt. Garfield with a western slope animal
--4 p.m. to 7 p.m.: Outing to Colorado National Monument
--Dinner at retreat residence with private chef
Friday, September 26
--10 a.m. to noon: Morning Art Session at Blue Pig
Urban Sketching and Watercolor Figures
--Lunch; visit to winery for wine tasting
--2 p.m. to 5 p.m.: Afternoon Art Session
Watercolor: Coffee and Pastries
--Dinner: Maison La Belle Vie Winery
Saturday, September 27
--10 a.m. to noon: Morning Art Session
Fabric Dying with StencilGirl Products' stencils
--Lunch; Restoration Vineyards for wine tasting
--Afternoon art session (finishing steps on projects)
--Dinner Finale: Pêche
Sunday, September 28
--11 a.m. departure
*If any art needs to be shipped back home, the morning will be used for packing and organizing
The fall art retreat offers an opportunity to replenish your creative inspiration, meet new friends and expand your art techniques (or learn new skills). All levels of experience welcome!
Your registration includes:
--Overnight accommodations in a king room for 4 nights at Wine Country Inn
--All art instruction and professional supplies to create your projects
--All meals and wine tastings (4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners, welcome reception with drinks/hearty appetizers and snacks)
--Goody bag of art supplies and journal/sketchbook to keep -- including StencilGirl Products and instructor's favorite supplies
Not included: travel to and from the retreat location; travel insurance. For air travel, Palisade is about 12 miles east of the Grand Junction Airport, accessible with flights into Denver or Salt Lake City.
Please inquire about area hotels/accommodations if you wish to book the "retreat only" ticket option.
Register today! (Closes August 11th)
Please e-mail jennifer@periwinkleartstudio to inquire about dividing the registration fee into payments.
Important Notes:
*No (non-registered) family members or pets allowed during art retreat.
**Please consider the Agenda is a sample, meaning exact times or activities can be changed based on weather, scheduling or desires of the participants. For meal considerations, please send Jennifer dietary restrictions, allergies and preferences.
***No cancellation or refunds after September 1, 2025. Registration may be gifted to other individuals.
Questions? Please e-mail [email protected]
Event Venue
Colorado Wine Country Inn, 777 Grande River Dr, Palisade, CO 81526-8804, United States
USD 2500.00 to USD 3350.00
