and here are way too many photos!

We were on an island in the middle of a lake in New Hampshire.

There were mushrooms and assorted fungi everywhere. I’ve restrained myself and am only posting a few of my pics.

There was music and art making.

I worked with 2 people on Tiny Worlds and we had loads of fun. How amazing are these?!

After my class, I was able to sit in on some of the other classes. The other teachers were amazing. I made a diorama with Rachel Blumberg.

It is a wish altar in a transformed cigar box. I cover the outside with birch bark.

I took an encaustic class with Susan Schwake. I didn’t love it so I’m not showing. I’m vain like that ;)  And on the last full day, Saturday, I painted on the beach with Mati Rose and a wonderful creative group of fellow retreaters. Sigh. Paradise!

That is my painting at the bottom. Here is what I brought home. I might work on it a little more.

The retreat was wonderful. I let myself play with unfamiliar materials and get involved in projects that aren’t part of my “biz”. I never have time for that when I’m home. I am keeping my fingers crossed that everything will work out and I can go back next year! Here is the info from this year if you are curious.