Portland 2019 Registration Now Open!

A Colorful Palate with Jacqueline Newbold

Oh boy do we have some colorful classes for Art & Soul Portland 2019! We're thrilled to be able to offer you 155 mixed-media workshops, taught by 49 individually talented artists, over 8 days of complete and total creative bliss!!

Ruth Chandler's workshop Artiste Tool Bag & Tole

No matter what type of mixed media art you enjoy making, or what level you're at, we have something for everyone in Portland. Choose from workshops in collage, asssemblage, painting, doodling, drawing, journaling, bookmaking, sewing, fabric and fiber arts, jewelry making, metal working, sculpting, dollmaking and techniques so new that we don't even have names for them yet.... We've got all of it!

Nicole Austin's "She Three" Collage Portraits

And of course with all our events we have so much more than classes at all of our events including a fabulous Opening Night Party, an amazing on-site store, our pop-up Vendor Night shopping event, DIY play areas, and impromptu gatherings with your Art & Soul'mates! There's certainly nothing like some creative playtime with your tribe.

Portland Art & Soul

March 10-17, 2019

Portland Airport Sheraton Hotel

Portland, Oregon

 

Make felted birds & nests with LeBrie Rich in Welcome Spring!

 

So that's just a little taste of what we have in store, so go ahead and grab a beverage and a snack check out our Portland offerings! You can peruse them on our website in 3 ways... by workshops and their dates, your favorite instructors, and by photos of all our example projects. Once you register, don't forget to make your hotel reservations too. Happy browsing!

Virginia Classes Are Up! Registration Is OPEN!

Susan Lenart Kazmer's Altered Surface Talisman Jewelry

Will you come join us next Fall for our Art & Soul Mixed Media Retreat in Virginia Beach? Hooray! We'll be so happy to have you. As always we've got dozens of full day and evening workshops in collage, assemblage, jewelry, drawing, painting, journaling, sculpting, fabric, fiber & stitching, bookmaking, and so much more... all geared to stretch your creativity. We've got amazing instructors who are all artists themselves, many of them published in the pages of your favorite mixed media magazines and authors of their own how-to books.  We kick off the week with an opening night party and have lots of fun events and gatherings throughout the week. We've got an on-site store that's to dye for, and a Vendor Extravaganza featuring peddlers with hard to find goodies from ephemera to assemblage components and amazing original art by your very own instructors!

Beautiful Fabulous Scarves by Kathie George

Registration just went live and we have a very special EARLY BIRD OFFER for you! If you sign up by April 1st, your registration fee will only be $35 and all of your full day workshops will be just $135. That's a $15 savings on both! So be sure and take advantage of this special discount, and getting in on your favorite classes before they fill up.

Journal Fodder Junkies with David Molder & Eric Scott

Virginia Beach Art & Soul

October 2-8, 2017

Virginia Beach Resort Hotel

So visit our website and get more information about our Virginia Beach Event... our relaxing beachfront Hotel... the creative Workshops we have to offer... and our fabulous Instructors! Sign up today and give yourself the playtime you deserve, amidst like-minded souls... you'll make some amazing art and friendships too.

Virginia Beach... Last Call!

Well hello all my mixed media mavens! I hope you had a fantastic summer and are ready to dive back in to being creative... because... can you believe our Virginia Beach Art & Soul Retreat is only two weeks away! 

Virginia Beach Art & Soul

September 26 - October 1, 2016

Virginia Beach Resort Hotel

We have so many exciting classes, teachers, activities, events, and lots of creative adventurers will be there to learn new things and meet like-minded souls. Will you be one of them?

In case you were thinking of joining us for this event... you'd better hurry! Several of our classes are already filled, but we still have plenty of workshops available in collage, assemblage, drawing, painting, sewing, jewelry, fabric, fiber, sculpting, bookmaking and so much more!
 

Most of our teachers are already starting to make up class kits and pack their supplies, getting ready and make the journey to the east coast... but they'd love to add you to their roster! So don't delay... this is last call folks.

Visit our website for more information on this year's Virginia Beach Event... our relaxing beachfront hotel... the creative workshops we have to offer... and our fabulous instructors! Then sign up today... and we'll see you in two weeks. Hooray!

Minneapolis Registration Is OPEN!

Yes, folks... a couple of birdies told me we're returning to Minneapolis, and we are so delighted to bring to you another retweet... oh, I mean retreat! And I'm just flying in to let you know that registration is now open. Woohoo!

Our newest midwest location was so well received that we're doing it again in twenty seventeen! Art & Soul will be back in Minneapolis and we've got a great lineup of mixed media workshops just ripe for the picking, taught by our very talented instructors. We've got classes in drawing, doodling, collage, assemblage, dyeing, painting, bookmaking, journaling, fabric & fiber art, sewing, dollmaking, jewelry and more!

Art & Soul Minneapolis

April 26th - May 1, 2017

Crowne Plaza Aire Mall of America Hotel

Minneapolis, MN

We're coming up on the dog days of summer, and I know it's hot out there... so grab yourself a cool drink, turn on the air conditioning, browse our website and pick out your Minneapolis workshops. And don't forget, we've got a Special Offer for all you early birds... Sign up by October 31st and get $15 off your registration fee and $15 off each full day class! And as always, sign up for 3 or more full day (6 hour) classes and you'll receive our custom theme tote filled with all kinds of artsy goodies. Sign up today to make sure you don't miss out on any of your favorite classes!

If You Take 3 or More... Here's What's In Store!

Okay, okay, so we may be using Serena Barton's Ceracolor Woman to hypnotize you into signing up for another class or two (or three or four!). But we just wanted to make sure you get the picture (ha-ha), so here's what we wanted to let you know...

Sign up for 3 or more full-day classes at our Portland Art & Soul Retreat and get lots of extra goodies! Register for at least three 6-hour workshops at our Oregon Event, here's what you'll receive:

By popular demand, we're bringing back our Themed Confirmation Packets! Yup, you'll get a real, hand-bound Enchanted Forest booklet with event info, one-of-a-kind artwork, pocketed pages that house specialized class passes, bits of ephemera and more fun surprises!

How about our 2016 Themed Tote Bag, filled with tons of creative goodies? That's right — a high-quality, reusable bag that's professionally silkscreened with our 2016 Enchanted Forest logo. And, well, we don't like to name drop (or maybe we do), but with previous sponsors like Clearsnap, 7 Gypsies, Strathmore, Golden, Faber-Castell, and a whole bunch of others well known in the craft industry — you know you're bag will be brimming with creative goodness. 

Our kickoff festivities are always a good time, as you'll get to meet many of our instructors, peruse class samples and watch live demos, but you'll also get join us as we kick start the Enchanted Forest celebrations by Making Your Own Fairy House at the Opening Night Party. All the supplies will be included, and all you have to do is create and have fun.

And you get an exclusive invitation to join us for a Sip & Paint with Jane Davies on Wednesday from 5:00-6:00pm! You'll spend a fun and relaxing hour painting to music as you sip a complimentary beverage of your choice. Jane will guide you through short creative exercises as you paint intuitively, connecting with the materials in your own creative way. You will work individually, but also in pairs in groups, forming “paint conversations” and collaborations. Learn fun and easy ways to loosen up with paint! But be sure to sign up by e-mailing glenny@artandsoulretreat.com, as space is limited and offered only to those who have registered for 3 or more all-day classes.

Art & Soul Portland, Oregon

February 29 - March 6, 2016

Sheraton Airport Hotel

So, if you're thinking about registering for Portland Art & Soul, sign up for 3 or more full-day workshops and get all this and more! If you've already registered for a full-day class or two, then just add a couple more to take advantage of our free offers. And if you've already registered for at least 3 full-day classes, then all this is already yours! Just remember to register for the Paint & Sip (see above) so you don't miss out. And we'll see you all in a month!!

Portland 2016 Classes Open For Registration... Today!

Laurie Mika's Sacred Tin Hearts workshop

Just a quick reminder that as of today, registration for our Portland 2016 Art & Soul Retreat is now open! A couple weeks ago we gave you a sneak peek of some amazing workshops we've got lined up and told you about our special class pricing.

Art & Soul Portland 2016

February 29th - March 6th

Registration is Now Open!

[special introductory sale ends August 1st]

Hopefully, you've had some time to look around, pick out your favorite classes (I know... it's hard!) and you're ready to sign up today. If you haven't gotten a chance to peruse the amazingly creative offerings we have, you can visit our website and browse by instructors, our daily schedule, or by project example photos. As always, we look forward to being your destination for creative play!

Glenny
xoxo

Right Around the Corner... Kansas City Art & Soul!

Whew! Time sure does fly when you're thinking about attending an Art & Soul retreat. So I wanted to drop in with a friendly little reminder that registration For our Kansas City Retreat is nearing the end. With the event only about a month away, if you haven't signed up for your favorite mixed media classes... now's the time!

There are still a few spots left in some amazing workshops, with some terrific teachers! And our venue — The Elms Hotel & Spa — is out of this world. This historic hotel exudes a certain quaint and cozy charm like none other. So don't delay... our special Art & Soul hotel rates are only available until April 11th!

Kansas City Art & Soul

April 27-May1, 2015

The Elms Hotel & Spa

Excelsior Springs, MO

So stop what you're doing (we won't tell your boss!) and peruse our selection of Kansas City workshops, then sign up today! It's just the creative playcation you need, to give your creativity a kick-start for Spring! Here's a look back at last year's event. What a wonderful time we all had. Come join us for this inspirational event!

Portland Art & Soul... Time is Running Out!

Susan Bates-Bezek, Illuminated, Glass Enclosed Shadow Box

Well kiddos.... the holidays are behind us and right in front of us is Portland 2015 Art & Soul! Holy moly that went fast! In less than 2 months, our flagship event will be taking place... from March 2-8th. I am so very excited that it's almost here! And I wanted to remind you that class registration, and your accommodations discount will both be closing soon.

If you haven't done so already, it's time to book your rooms, as the deadline for your discounted pricing is February 12th and rooms are filling up fast! Our gracious host for this year's event is the Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel — and the time to take advantage of your discounted Art & Soul rate is now!  Here's the details on our spectacular venue...

Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel

8235 NE Airport Way · Portland, OR

503-281-2500

Traditional Rooms:
$109 single/double
$119 Triple
$129 Quad

Sheraton Club Level Guest Rooms:
$124 single/double
$134 Triple
$154 Quad

Sheraton Suites:
$174

Microwaves & Refrigerators are available for $15
However... If you register for 5 or more all day classes, the microwave & refrigerator are complimentary with the cost of your room.

 P.S. Your Rom Rate Includes

  A complete Buffet Breakfast and One Drink voucher every evening!
Complimentary Parking & WiFi!

And for more information about Portland Art & Soul workshops, instructors, and projects, visit our website at www.ArtAndSoulRetreat.com today! Registration closes soon!

Sheraton photos courtesy of the Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel

Only 4 More Days to Save... on Portland 2015!

Just wanted to pop in and remind you that there's only 4 days left to save an extra 10% off the most incredible line-up of classes for next year's Portland Art & Soul! And let me say again how excited and thrilled we are, to be able to offer such a stellar group of instructors to our amazing attendees.

So, grab a beverage and a snack (don't worry, we won't tell your boss!) and prepare to be overjoyed as you scroll through the website.

Our Early Bird Special — Save $$$
Some of these classes are going to sell out early — just like in the old days. So don't wait too long to make a choice. And to make things even more appealing, we are offering a 10% discount off of the class fees until June 15. Yup! Rolling Back again to give you the best opportunity to lock in your favorite class.  Remember, you do not have to pay in full at this time — only 1/3 of your total is due at registration. Our handy dandy payment plan makes selecting your classes a breeze. Type in the code: PDX15 at check out.

More and More Mixed Media
Our entire lineup of workshops is always pretty amazing, but we've noticed that all types of fabrics and fibers are finding their way into mixed media art these days. So we are happy to incorporate some new instructors and classes into our mainstream A&S line-up for 2015. We will have one classroom dedicated to sewing and equipped with machines so you won't even need to worry about traveling with a machine! How cool is that. 

Art & Soul Portland happens March 2-8, 2015 and we will be at The Sheraton Airport Hotel. Our lodging rate is the best EVER at $109 per night. The rate includes breakfast and an evening drink voucher.

So come check out our Portland event at ArtAndSoulRetreat.com. You can browse by workshops, instructors, or project photos. Can't wait to see which amazing classes you'll choose!

Portland Early Bird Special Extended!

Art & Soul Portland 2014 registration is hopping and classes are filling up quickly. So we've decided to give you some pre-holiday inspiration to sign up today... before you get too busy with turkey dinners and holiday shopping. So here's the deal...

If you register for our Portland 2014 Art & Soul before November 25, 2013, your classes will be the 2007 price of $135!!  So don't hesitate. Register today to make certain you reserve a spot in all your favorite classes. With our easy payment plan and different payment options, it makes Art & Soul the most affordable retreat for you. And don't forget... we offer gift certificates too! Why not tell that special someone this is exactly what you wanted for a holiday gift!

Art & Soul Mixed Media Retreat

Portland 2014

April 7-13, 2014

Check out our website for additional information on our Portland 2014 event! You can browse by workshop instructors, class listings, or by project samples. Either way you look at it... it's going to be tough to decide! Happy browsing!

Fondly,
Glenny and the Crew

Portland 2014 Registration Is Open!

Art & Soul Portland 2014 is now live and ready for registration! We are still waiting for a few instructors to send us some class info and project photos, but we were so excited about next Spring that we just had to let you in on it!

P.S. Remember... Portland will be in APRIL next year and Virginia Beach will be in OCTOBER. We started in Portland in the Spring of 1998 — 15 years ago!— so we're getting a little nostalgic and going back to our roots.

And speaking of going back to our roots — once more we'll be rolling back class pricing!! Yup, we're doing it again.  If you register for our Portland 2014 Art & Soul before November 15, 2013, your classes will be the 2007 price of $135!!  So don't hesitate. Register today to make certain you reserve a spot in all your favorite classes. With our easy payment plan and different payment options, it makes Art & Soul the most affordable retreat for you.

Art & Soul Mixed Media Retreat

Portland 2014

April 7-13, 2014

Check out our website for additional information on our Portland 2014 event! You can browse by workshop instructors, class listings, or by project samples. Either way you look at it... it's going to be tough to decide! Happy browsing!

Fondly,
Glenny and the Crew

Virginia Beach Classes Are Up!

Woohoo... during the last few days of the Las Vegas retreat, I've been uploading classes for our Virginia Beach Art & Soul Retreat for 2013 and they are online and ready for your perusal! Check out what we have to offer by searching for your favorite instructor,  look through our daily workshop schedules, or if you're the visual type browse our classes by project example photos!

Registration opens in a few days... on June 25th! So get yourself into that quiet little room of yours, grab a snack and a drink, find those reading glasses (where did I put those?) and get ready to surf your little creative hearts out! You're going to love the lineup we have, so pick your faves and get ready to blow up the servers next Monday!

This year's Virginia Beach retreat was the first time in our new seashore location — and can I just say what a ridiculously amazing time we had! So come and join us again next April 24-28th! For more information on Art & Soul's Virginia retreat, visit our website at www.artandsoulretreat.com