Cozy Painting with Dylan M
DATES: October 9-13, 2024
Let’s discover the magic of creating together! Come sit around the table with one of SkillShare’s top teachers, Dylan M, as we paint gourds, still-life objects, and the beautiful surrounding landscapes.
Geared towards all levels, Dylan will demystify the process of a regular painting practice and ways to make it more satisfying and enjoyable. She’ll also show attendees how to gather inspiration from their surroundings, how to abstract and create interesting painted shapes from what we find, and how to detach and unwind from it all at the end of each day.
Retreat Schedule
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4:30 pm | Wine + cheese mixer
6:00 pm | Welcome dinner
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9:30 am | Light in-studio breakfast
10:00 am | Morning art session
– break for lunch –
2:00 pm | Afternoon art session
6:00 pm | Dinner at the Manse
– post-dinner studio time may be available –
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8:30 am | Early studio access
9:30 am | Light in-studio breakfast
10:00 am | Morning art session
– break for lunch –
2:00 pm | Afternoon art session
6:00 pm | Dinner at local restaurant*
– post-dinner studio time may be available –
-
8:30 am | Early studio access
9:30 am | Light in-studio breakfast
10:00 am | Morning art session
– break for lunch –
2:00 pm | Afternoon art session
6:00 pm | Dinner at the Manse
– post-dinner studio time may be available –
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8:30 am | Early studio access
9:30 am | Light in-studio breakfast
10:00 am | Discussion and sharing
1:00 pm | Light lunch & goodbyes
– optional studio time until 5pm –
*Not included in retreat fee. Date of dinner out also subject to restaurant availability.
About Dylan Mierzwinski
Dylan is an artist and educator living in Dayton, Ohio. In her time as a professional illustrator she's gotten to work with clients like Anthropologie, Magnolia, Martha Stewart, American Greetings, and many more. With over 150k students in her 20+ classes and 250+ artists in her inviting Patreon group, she's cemented herself in the creative world as a warm and helpful champion of fellow artists.
Her mission and goal is filled sketchbooks for every person. Outside of her career, Dylan enjoys reading mysteries, petting her dog, binging tv with her husband, and the smell and sound of garlic sautéing in butter. Her favorite color is periwinkle, especially in the sky.
Fave art product: Holbein gouache
Fave motif to draw: Wonky florals
“I’ve spent lots of time and money on my art business and this was one for the best things I have ever done for myself. I didn't come away from this with a single thing that I would have changed or done differently. I just loved every single minute. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart.”
— Sarah Rafferty
2023 Dylan retreat participant
Where You’ll Be Creating
The Smiley Manse Barn
Nestled up behind the main property is the barn. This turn of the last century post-and-beam construction with a slate roof that rises to a massive walled cupola, the barn is noted as one of the finest carriage barns in the region. Learn more about the history of The Smiley here.
Inside, you’ll find large flat work tables, each a place to explore and express your individual creativity, yet the atmosphere encourages connection and dialogue. Whether it’s the sound of a paintbrush sweeping across the page or folks discussing technique over coffee, the barn serves as a meeting ground for artists of all levels to create and build lasting relationships, exchange ideas, and learn from one another.
We strive to create a space where the act of making art is as much about building community as it is about self-expression.
Join us for a chance to unwind and create in an idyllic setting.
Your Retreat Includes:
Custom designed art curriculum by Dylan
3 days of creative instruction
Extra studio access before/after each full day
All meals (except 1 dinner out)
Welcome wine mixer serenaded by a local musician
Tea, coffee, and snacks always available in the barn
Usage of our art supply stash during the retreat
Private FB group before/after the retreat
What’s Not Included:
Accommodations – there are several great options nearby!
Transportation to/from The Smiley
1 dinner out at a local restaurant