During the "Whispers of the Hollow Bone: Harvest Moon immersive portal painting retreat", participants will delve into the ancient art of portal painting with a focus on connecting with the harvest moon energy. This retreat offers a unique opportunity to explore your creativity and spiritual connection through immersive art experiences in a supportive and nurturing environment. Through guided meditations, nature walks, and hands-on painting sessions, you will learn how to channel your inner visions onto the canvas with intention and purpose.

Participants should come prepared to embrace the unknown and surrender to the creative flow. This retreat is designed for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced artists, and no prior painting experience is required. Be sure to bring your favorite painting supplies, a journal for reflection, and an open heart ready to receive the whispers of the hollow bone. A spirit of curiosity and willingness to explore your inner landscape is key to fully engaging in the creative process and connecting with the energy of the harvest moon.

Key Lesson Concepts:

• Explore the ancient art of portal painting
• Connect with the energy of the harvest moon through immersive art experiences
• Embrace the creative process with an open heart and willingness to explore your inner landscape
• Bring your favorite painting supplies and a journal for reflection
• No prior painting experience required - suitable for all skill levels

As you prepare yourself and your space for this event, here are a few things to help you get ready. We will be painting big, but of course, you are invited to use anything you have available. Please do not stress about this, just consider that painting a large as life painting allows you to more freely feel the energy of actually stepping across the threshold into your dreaming state and generally heightens your experience. Some of the things I have painted on include rolled canvas, I typically use a piece measuring 38 x 54 and turn the edges under after painting to give a finished look to my painting, 4 sheets of 22 x 30 watercolor paper taped together on the back side, 40 x 60 inch sheet of cardboard, and somewhere around a 36 x 48 stretched canvas. Use your imagination to create the largest surface you can for the space you have available, although, there is no need to go larger than 40 x 60.