EXPLORE ZEN ENCAUSTIC COLOR: SAN MIQUEL DE ALLENDE, MEXICO
This 7 day artist retreat with Kelly Milukas and Gabriela Sanchez!
Immerse yourself in an exploration of color, values, and light, combining Zen painting and encaustic painting. We will blend modern encaustic techniques with the hues, values, inks, and inspiration drawn from the nature, architecture, vibrant culture, and picturesque landscape of San Miguel de Allende!
November 7 – 14, 2025
SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE, MEXICO
Imagine a week-long journey in the heart of Mexico, where we blend modern encaustic techniques with the colors, values, inks, and inspiration drawn from the nature and rich culture of San Miguel de Allende. We’re excited to co-teach and create alongside you in this unique experience.
Schedule:
Day 1 (Fri, Nov. 7): Arrival day. Welcome gathering in the evening with introductions, a light botanas dinner with margaritas or agua fresca.
Day 2 (Sat, Nov. 8):
9:00 a.m. Breakfast included
10:00 am DEMO & Class Time
12:00 p.m. Midday meal (comida) included
1:00 -4:00 p.m. DEMO & Class
Evening free time, followed by a group dinner or on your own
Day 3 (Sun, Nov. 9):
9:00 a.m. – Breakfast included
10:00 am DEMO & Class Time
12:00 p.m. Midday meal (comida) included
1:00 -4:00 p.m. DEMO & Class Time
Evening free time, followed by a group dinner or on your own
Day 4 (Mon, Nov. 10):
9:00 a.m. -Breakfast included
10:00 am DEMO & Class Time
12:00 p.m. Midday meal (comida) include. 1:00 -4:00 p.m. Studio time
Evening free time, followed by a group dinner or on your own
Day 5 (Tues, Nov. 11):
9:00 a.m. – Breakfast included
10:00 a.m. WORK-TIME
12:00 p.m. Midday meal (comida) included
1:00 p.m. -5:00 p.m.WORK-TIME
5:00 p.m. Clean-up studio
Day 6 (Wed, Nov. 12):
9:00 a.m. Breakfast included
10:00 -3:00 pm Visit the Aurora
Return to San Miguel
4:00 p.m. visit local art galleries
6:00p.m. Dinner as a group (optional, not included)
Day 7 (Thurs, Nov. 13):
9:00 a.m. Breakfast
10:00 a.m. Setup ArtShow
12:00 p.m. Lunch on your own
4:00-6:00 p.m. Art Show open to the public
Farewell Celebration
7:30 Dinner as a group (optional not included)
Day 8 (Fri, Nov. 14):
Final breakfast before departing to the airport
Pricing:
Early Bird price of $3,100 through March 31, 2025* $3,600 USD after limited to 12 participants in shared rooms.
Single occupancy is available for an extra $800.This option allows you to bring your partner or guest, who will not be participating in the workshop, and share a single room without any extra cost. Exclusions: Airfare to and from Mexico not included.
Airport Details: Arrival at Leon International Airport, Guanajuato (Code: BJX) or Querétaro on November 8th, 2024 and arrive by 2:00 p.m. Central Time.
Shuttle: The journey to Casa de la Noche is approximately 90 minutes and is included but you need to notify us of your flight plans to arrange transportation.
Venue Highlight: Casa de la Noche, a historic building lovingly transformed by Barbara Poole, a patron of the arts, is a short walk from the central Jardin in San Miguel de Allende.
Cancellation: Any individual cancellation must be made in writing and will be effective upon receipt. If you cancel within 90 days of a trip or workshop, there will be no refund of any kind.
Options if you cancel before the 90-day period:
If there is a waiting list, we will connect you with the first person on it so you can offer your class spot. If this person agrees, they will need to pay you directly for your spot. Once this transaction is complete and both parties are satisfied, we will transfer your spot to them. If there is no waiting list, you will forfeit your deposit or the full fee if you have already paid in full for the workshop.
The second option is to transfer your fees to another retreat with us within the next 12 months, subject to a $100 administrative fee.
If neither of these options works for you, there will be no refund. There are no exceptions to this policy. Deposits and arrangements are made well in advance of the trip.
Expenses incurred by participants in preparation for the trip (e.g., non-refundable airline tickets) are not the responsibility of Jodi or Gabriela. Participants are strongly advised to obtain medical/trip cancellation insurance.
