Juliana Coles Presents: Me and Pete Retreat at Ojo Caliente Hot Springs, New Mexico
"The Wild Bride: Courting the Self Through Visual Journaling," September 20-24

$400.00 includes 3 full days and two evening sessions of Guided Extreme Visual Journaling assignments developed by Juliana Coles and  Mixed Media supplies.  Space is limited and fills quickly so reserve early. (Room, board, &  spa packages  separate)
 
Ojo Caliente Lodging: All hotel and cottage lodging guests receive complete access to all mineral pools, steam and sauna from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm including day of departure. Lodging guests also receive a private arsenic bath  with the signature Milagro Relaxation Wrap each day! Camp sites are available. For more lodging details, spa packages, camping & restaurant info, or to reserve lodging or receive directions:  1-800-222-9162 or www.ojocalientespa.com
 


Workshop Description:
In this three day self discovery courtship learn the nationally recognized creative process  of Extreme Visual Journalism  designed by Juliana Coles that will enable you to explore your rich interior and give voice to a personal mythology.  Create with other women to motivate your ideas and learn the art of self  expression in a supportive community.  No prior art or writing experience necessary to participate in a weekend filled with guided Extreme Visual Journaling assignments that combine journal writing with art making in the safe container of a blank book.  Enjoy outdoor sketching and writing as well as reflection & relaxation in the healing mineral pools of Ojo Caliente while being gently held in  the ancient, mystical and soul enriching Land of Enchantment. 

Listen to the murmurings of your heart. Answer the proposal to integrate into your being who you truly are and say,  “I do.”
 
Visual Journaling is a Spiritual Courtship: the desire for matrimony of the wild bride of deep feminine meaning, intuition & creativity, with the inner positive masculine, the very soul of  creative expression.  Make this inner journey for no other lover than yourself.

 

Welcome Wild Brides:
Begin  this intensive Extreme Visual Journaling retreat by warming up with a mixed media creativity session designed to explore the rich interior of the self unencumbered by harsh critical voices from within.  Once confident in using these exciting materials, free from limiting beliefs of what an artist is, or what one is capable of expressing, we will gently turn inward through guided assignments that combine journal writing expressions with art making explorations in the safe container of a book/journal.  Create your own  Visual Journal  in the relaxing and soul enriching surroundings of magical Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs.  What better way to court and woo your own personal mythology and discover how  enriching the journey to Selfhood can be.  Expand your creativity through process as opposed to product making.  No prior art or writing experience necessary. 
 
All Wild Brides will receive a packing instructions booklet for this Courtship. It will include a suggested supplies list (though not necessary-mixed media materials will be provided), some specific items you will need to make this journey, an inspiration list of book possibilities for your Journal (such as size, paper, etc.), as well as a few assignments (if you have time) to prepare you for the ultimate journey. Consider this a honeymoon. You deserve it.  Make a vow to yourself. Learn to be your own true love.

 
General Itinerary:
Wednesday, September 20 after 3:00: Arrival/Check-in. Relax and prepare body, mind, spirit in the soothing/invigorating mineral pools and enjoy a healthy meal in the Hotel restaurant or cook in your own kitchenette!

Thursday, September 21: Enjoy breakfast in the hotel restaurant or prepare something simple in your kitchenette then join me from 10:00 -1:00 for our morning mixed media jam session and gentle introduction to Extreme Visual Journaling.  Break for lunch from 1:00-2:00 and then return until 5:00 for our afternoon Extreme Journalism Session.  Free time for spa treatments, mineral baths, hiking, and dinner is for the rest of the evening.  Participants are free to create in the studio all night.

Friday, September 22: Schedule same as above- with an evening Extreme Visual Journaling session 7:00-10:00 pm.

Saturday, September 23: Schedule same as above

Sunday, September 24:  Check out at 11:00 am.
 

I look forward to making this life changing discovery  with you,
any questions or concerns please contact me.


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