Yoga and Creativity Day Retreat

YOGA & CREATIVITY || AUTUMN DAY RETREAT

10:00 – Welcome, Yoga & Deep Relaxation
Ease into the day with gentle yoga and a guided relaxation to awaken body, mind, and creativity.

11:15 – Warm Drinks & Sweet Treats
Enjoy seasonal refreshments as I introduce our creative activities. We’ll work on four 20 x 20 cm boards, moving between them to paint bravely—messy, free, and fun! Outcome doesn’t matter; curiosity and play are the goal.

Creative Session 1 – Preparing Foundations. Layer by layer, we’ll explore the first stages of your artwork. This is experimental—allow your creativity to roam without judgment. These early layers will evolve and transform as we continue.
Creative Session 2 – Papers & Collage. We’ll create our own collage papers, inspired by nature and personal memories. Bring along any organic bits you feel drawn to—leaves, dried flowers, or photos/sketches of natural shapes.

13:00 – Lunch
A restful break to nourish yourself and reflect on the morning’s creative explorations.

13:45 – Collage & Integration
By now, your boards and papers will be ready!

Creative Session 3 – Collage. Transform your paintings in surprising ways using your handmade papers.
Creative Session 4 – Integrate. Add paint and collage thoughtfully, balancing concealment and openness to bring harmony to our pieces.

15:15 – Warm Drinks & Sweet Treats
A cosy pause to recharge before the final touches.

Creative Session 5 – Completion & Reflection. Slow down and look with fresh eyes. Add finishing touches, refine areas that call for attention, and reflect on the journey of each piece.

16:00 – Farewell & Takeaway
Depart with four completed artworks and a little thank you gift.

'Thank you so much for your wonderful workshop yesterday! I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it - the practice, the food and the creative activities. As always it sparked my creativity and gave me some fresh ideas as well as created much needed space for art and contemplation. I love workshops and have been to a few of different ones in the past but yours are my favourite. You go far and beyond in making everyone welcome, comfortable and provide excellent value.'

YR, Leicestershire.