You are invited us to join us for a unique artistic retreat
which happens only once a year!

What does it mean to be an artist?

We are a group of professionals who have worked in depth, each in our own field. Some of us are teachers, all of us explorers. We all have questions: How to approach the blank page, the lump of clay, the human body, the human voice, the delicate silk, the pliable reed, the empty space? What are we trying? How might we live our professional lives more fully every day? What are the distinctions between art and craft?

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To expand our investigation in a practical way, for over 10 years we have offered unique, weekend summer workshops at the Lake Conference Center (See Map), a quiet retreat in a beautiful setting where students of all levels can explore art and craft. Beginners and experienced artists alike can share in this search for the underlying source of the artistic process. As we use the human body, mind and feelings to transform material, we discover a new potential, a new freedom and a new joy.

We look forward to exploring with you in action and discussion.

This year Artsweekend is June 28-July 2, 2013 Registration is Friday, June 28,
see schedule

PLEASE REGISTER EARLY - AS SPACE IS LIMITED

Please use the registration form: one workshop per person. Each workshop includes: a welcoming dinner with introduction to the classes Friday, seven three-hour class sessions, an optional morning Qigong class, wonderful gourmet meals, and optional evening activities, plus free studio time

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Some half day classes available for mix and match, contact registrar for information.

Links below for class descriptions

Classes updated 4/9/13