Whimsical Women Art Retreat
Artfully Inspired Autumn Splendor
October 20-23, 2019 with Joanne Sharpe

“The second I arrived on the grounds of the gorgeous Monastery Gallery of Art in West Hartford, CT, I knew this location would be an annual stop on the Whimsical Women Art Retreat offerings.  So simple, so serene, peaceful, inspiration everywhere….When our gathering ended,  I couldn’t wait to come back!
- Joanne Sharpe
Treat yourself to the gift of making glorious art for three days with whimsical artist, Joanne Sharpe.  Nature’s palette will inspire as we play, create, laugh and learn when our artful hearts will gather in October in the beautiful Northeast.  An all-inclusive stay on a heavenly campus awaits, with lodging, all meals and art activities provided.  We can’t wait to inspire, indulge and spoil our art friends at this special location with a most memorable  experience in creativity.
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CREATE! Jump out of bed each morning; come down for breakfast anticipating a blissful, artful adventure each day!  Enjoy FIVE big art and creativity classes with Joanne Sharpe as we delight in whimsical mixed media art, journaling and book making projects with instruction for watercolor and acrylic painting, collage, sketching and hand lettering.  We’ll even kick back with a little bit of mindful hand stitching.  Take home FIVE incredible art works that will make your heart sing!

PLAY! Bring just a few of your own supplies on the simple supply list.  Feast on a banquet of yummy art materials at Joanne’s famous “Art Bar”, jam-packed with unique supplies FREE to use in class and take home.

EAT WELL!  Enjoy every exquisite meal and snacks onsite prepared by our outstanding chef.  Seriously the best food you could imagine!

RELAX, RECHARGE, RENEW!  Breathe.  Make art to your heart’s content and take your time with total emersion in your fabulous projects in an open studio day and night.  Explore the grounds and let your soul rest.

GOODIES GALORE! Swoon over some very special art swag gathered just for you to celebrate our journey of our artful hearts.

SHOP A LITTLE!  Enjoy the onsite gift shop filled with soulful treasures and inspirational gifts.  In addition, Joanne will have a little display with artsy things and supplies for purchase.

COME AS YOU ARE! All skill levels welcome!  Celebrate each day with creativity, friendship and encouragement in a vibrant community of new life long art friends.
ABOUT JOANNE SHARPE
​Joanne Sharpe is a life-long creative artist dedicated to empowering women to embrace their own creativity through national and international workshops and innovative online classes that explore journaling, lettering, textiles and mixed media art. She is the author of the best-selling title The Art of Whimsical Lettering (Interweave 2014), named Amazon’s Editor’s Pick for the Best Craft Book of 2014.

Joanne is proud to be a BERNINA Artisan Ambassador, sharing her love of threads and fabric with an audience eager to learn how to bring these expressive media into their own artwork. Look for her second book, The Art of Whimsical Stitching, and find out more about Joanne and her art adventures on her new website at joannesharpe.com.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
This retreat is being hosted by The Monastery Gallery of Art with space and online registration provided by Holy Family Retreat & Conference Center.  Registration fees cover provided art supplies, accommodations, snacks and meals during your stay. The retreat begins with dinner on Sunday at 4 p.m. and will conclude after brunch on Wednesday afternoon by 3 p.m. 

​​The following accommodations are available, please register below by making a non-refundable deposit with the unit you would like to reserve. 
Private Room with Private Bath - $ 1135
​Private Room with Hall Bath - $ 855 
Commuter - $ 610

If you have any questions or special dietary/health-related requests, please contact Beth.

This retreat is limited to only 25 people so be sure to register early to secure your place.​