Capturing Memories
On Canvas
2025 Retreats
July 17th-20th
This beginner-friendly artist retreat offers a supportive and relaxing environment. No experience is necessary, but if you have experience, we will work to bring you to the next level. With step-by-step guidance, you’ll create a beautiful piece of art inspired by the stunning Bay of Fundy, all while tapping into your inner creativity and enjoying a peaceful, stress-free experience. We provide all the art supplies.
You will learn three basic transferable painting techniques:
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How to use a value scale
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Basic colour mixing, especially mixing greens
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Creating atmospheric perspective
This retreat is perfect for the person who would like to...
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release their creative soul from within.
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challenge their mind both visually and cognitively.
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develop a sustainable, mindful hobby that becomes a relaxing escape or a group activity.
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create memories of precious moments.
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Experience the healing power of nature while immersing yourself in a world of creativity. This artist retreat by the sea is more than just a creative getaway—it's an opportunity to relax, refresh, and reconnect with yourself in a stunning natural setting. Surrounded by the beauty of the water and the tranquility of the forest, you’ll find inspiration in every brushstroke.
The Benefits of Our Artist Retreat
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Increased Creativity: Being in nature can help clear your mind, boost creativity, and allow you to tap into new ideas and perspectives for your art.
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Relaxation: The peaceful environment by the ocean allows you to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of daily life, helping you relax and recharge.
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Personalized Instruction: Whether you're a complete beginner or just looking to refine your skills, you'll receive one-on-one guidance in a small group setting, allowing for a more focused and supportive learning experience.
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Healing and Mindfulness: The combination of the natural surroundings and the meditative process of painting can help reduce stress, improve mental well-being, and provide a mindful escape from everyday concerns.
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Community and Connection: Share the experience with like-minded individuals in a supportive, non-judgmental space, forming meaningful connections while learning a new creative skill.
AGENDA
Over the course of these few days, we will immerse ourselves in the beauty of nature and creativity.
From arriving and settling in to learning new techniques and completing your own acrylic masterpiece, each day is designed to provide a relaxing and inspiring environment for both growth and connection.
Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, you’ll receive personalized instruction while enjoying the peaceful surroundings and the camaraderie of fellow artists.
Thursday
Arrival, Introductions, Property Orientation, Relaxation
Friday
Transfer image to canvas: • Establish a value scale using Ultramarine Blue and Burnt Sienna. • Using tonal value, create your underpainting.
Saturday
• A brief explanation of atmospheric perspective in the landscape. • Colour mixing; especially greens and great darks. • Add colour to your painting. • Time permitting, we will do a local excursion.
Sunday
Completion and Departure
MEALS
Includes 3 daily meals for on-site retreat participants beginning with dinner on Wednesday, and ending with breakfast on Sunday.
We strive to source our meals from local farmers, fishermen and our own greenhouse. Our seafood is best-in-class in the world.
Each meal is a true taste of Maritime hospitality— so unforgettable, you might just stay.
ALL INCLUSIVE PRICING
With Accommodations: $2000 CAD + HST
Contact us for price without accommodations.
*Local transportation provided if lodging within St. Martins
Limited accommodations. First come, first served.
See more on-site amenities on our Retreats page.
◆ 4 days of locally sourced meals
◆ Guided programming
◆ Local transportation
◆ Daily guided excursions
◆ Beautiful accommodations
◆ Sunrise yoga deck
◆ Outdoor forest bathing
◆ 2.5 acre sanctuary
RETREAT FACILITATORS
Francine Quinn-Steeves
I have been creating art for 25 years. My works are found in homes across Canada, the USA and the UK. Coastal Scenes are a favourite and have been captured in water colour, oils and acrylic on paper, canvas and murals. As a previous Home Economics teacher, teaching online water colour classes during COVID was a natural fit and led to teaching art courses at the Saint John Learning Exchange, an organization I am passionate about, as well as semi-private classes.
Kathleen Holland
I am a veteran of stepping into new Possibility. From Corporate Executive to Global Social Entrepreneur to Coach/Mentor, working on six continents, living on both coasts of Canada and climbing Kilimanjaro at the age of 50. The common denominator has been following my heart, trusting my inner wisdom to guide me into the next stage of my life and having the courage to take the leap. Nothing gives me greater joy than inspiring, connecting and supporting women to do the same. That is why I founded Age of Possibility.
