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A Gift for You!

I believe the world is better off when people make art -- it's a large part of why I spend so much of my time painting.  It's also why I'm looking forward to April 7 when 12 women will join me in San Miguel de Allende, MX for a week of "Painting for Pleasure," an art retreat for women. I love San Miguel and it's a fabulous place to paint! So it give me great pleasure to give women, who invest so much energy responding to the needs of others, the opportunity to renew and refresh themselves, using paint. I hope you'll consider giving yourself this enriching time-out.

Our retreat will occupy the entire lovely Casa de la Noche in the historical Centro of the 2017 "Best City in the World." This former bordello has attractive, comfy accommodations as well as a dedicated art studio where, with art materials provided, it will be simple to immerse yourself in art-making. All skill levels welcome! (If you've never used oil paint before, or it's been awhile, I'll provide basic instruction.) With the painting focus on self-expression, I will show you how to access your unique style. There will also be plenty of time to experience San Miguel's vibrant culture, food, and art scene.

Only 2 spots are still available! Click here for more info about the accommodations and how to register.

Please contact me immediately if you have any questions you want answered before signing up. I'd love to hear from you!

All my best,

Ellie

P.S. The painting pictured above (translated, "Living in Color") was created in San Miguel in May of this year. I was able to show it one weekend, along with four other paintings, in the Parque Juarez alongside other local artists. Believe me, this is a town that loves art and artists!