Grünewald Guild :: Winter
Grunewald Guild - Celebrating the relationships between Art and Faith since 1980



Join us in the beautiful, quietude of winter. Our Winter Program provides an ideal time to come for a spiritual retreat, individual art experience, or for a group retreat. Contact us for availability at (509) 763-3693 or office@artfaith.com.

Normally we have snow from December through March, and there is ample opportunity for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and other winter activities. Nearby Leavenworth, named the "Ultimate Christmas Town USA," is a fantasy of lights and Bavarian charm from Thanksgiving through February.

Exploring Colored Pencil Techniques with Carla McConnell, Feb. 19-21

Discover what the humble pencil can do! Join us for a weekend of colored pencil exploration with nationally published artist, Carla McConnell. Arrive Friday evening for dinner and a short introduction to various pencils. Then, experiment all day Saturday with both wax and water-based colored pencils, alone and mixed with various media, to create wonderful textures and effects. This is a very non-threatening class for all levels of experience, and will provide space for individuals to try numerous combinations of materials. Sunday, breakfast will be followed by a short wrap-up, then off to home. No drawing or colored pencil experience necessary. Be prepared to be awed by what you can do!

Cost for the weekend is $150, or $90 for those not needing room/board. Enrollees should bring a sketchbook, (any size) and any colored pencils on hand. Most supplies provided.

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Carla McConnell is a Charter and Signature Member of The Colored Pencil Society of America. A life-long art educator, she has taught all age levels. Her work has been included in numerous books and articles, and is included in private and corporate collections. She continues to show nationally. Carla has been a faculty member of the Grünewald Guild for 12 years, and will be serving as Artist-in-Residence at the Guild February 22nd - March 6th. She will be working on a large acrylic mandala called "Seasons".

Pysanky Eggs with Connie Schmidt, Feb. 19-21

Explore the ancient art of Pysanky (Ukranian Egg Dying) as part of your Lenten observance. Learn about the rich symbolism, the techniques and tools to make several eggs and by the end discover beauty buried under layers of wax. Meditation helps will be part of the workshop. Connie will bring her 20+year collection of eggs to share.

Cost for the weekend is $150, or $90 for those not needing room/board. Materials provided.

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For more information contact us at (509) 763-3693 or office@artfaith.com. Check back often for updates to our winter schedule.