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LORETTA DOMASZEWSKI

WORKSHOPS  

Loretta Fine Art Annual Plein Air Studio Workshop Retreat 2025 at Ghost Ranch.

A Unique Plein Air and Studio Painting Workshop with a Southwestern Adventure.

Experience the Spirit of Place once explored and painted by Georgia O’Keeffe at the historic Ghost Ranch, a 21,000 acre retreat center in Abiquiu, New Mexico. 

Elevate your well being, creativity, and health.

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Registration is Open! 

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL.  Deadline: JANUARY 1, 2025..

$100. Discount.  Plan your trip today!

Space is Limited, Register now to reserve your spot!  ​

7 DAY. 6 NIGHT STUDIO/PLEIN AIR PAINTING  

Sunday, October 19, 12pm - Saturday, October 25, 12pm 

All Levels. All Mediums. Limit 10. ​

WORKSHOP/RETREAT: A Special Opportunity...

Art Retreat Fee includes Plein Air and Studio Art Instruction by award winning contemporary artist Loretta Domaszewski, includes Georgia O'Keefe's Arroyo Painting locations, 3 Nights at the private Casa de Sol, 3 Nights in Reserved Individual Historic Cottages, Meals, Conservation Fee. 

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ACCOMMODATIONS: New this year!

Two historic locations at Ghost Ranch

Casa de Sol Retreat House: 3 nights.

Sunday - Tuesday night.

Introducing an exclusive traditional Adobe Home with ten bedrooms, two miles on a gated private road from the main Ghost Ranch complex. It is a stones throw from Georgia O'Keefe's  home on the ranch and her favorite painting spots. Enjoy the communal space, dining room, large exterior courtyard with fire pit and view of the famous Pedernal Mountain. We will sketch and paint from many of Georgia O’Keefe inspiring viewpoints, plus the close up amazing colorful rock formations that she painted on Ghost Ranch. This is a special opportunity to find the quiet and solitude to paint amongst like minded creatives.​

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Ghost Ranch Historical Cottages: 3 nights.​​

The authentic reserved Historic Cottages are located in the historic area close to the Agape Center, Library, and Dining Lodge. 

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​SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19, 12:00 pm, "Meet and Greet"

at the beautiful Abiquiu Inn for an a la carte lunch. Abiquiu, New Mexico

Sketch the Nearby White Place where Georgia O'Keefe visited and painted.

Group Gathering First Drawing Lesson after Abiquiu Inn Greet and Meet.

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View Individual Package Plans and Register to hold your spot.

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Workshop Description:​

• Hands on Guided Plein Air Painting and Studio Workshop. 

• 3 hour morning and afternoon plein air sessions.

• Open art studio time at Ghost Ranch. (open 24/7)  

• Explore and Paint the Essence of the surrounding nature. Find inspiration.

• Experience the light of expansive skies, painting transparency and movement. 

• Paint the spirit of this high desert land with layers of color and texture.

• Study and review composition, line, value, texture, perspective, and color.

• Develop paintings with depth space, linear and atmospheric perspective.

• Learn innovative techniques with earth pigments and non-traditional tools.

• Explore your personal style.

• Create with bold expression.

• Develop your personal style.

• Learn to paint like you draw with movement, rhythm, variety, and harmony.  

• A class packed with information in a fun, relaxed environment. 

• One on one guidance, plus a scheduled private session.

• Group critiques.

• Acrylic, oil, and watercolor/gouache paint. 

• All mediums welcome. Some studio project materials included.

• Easels and art supplies not included.

• Supply list sent after registration.

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Experience Ghost Ranch:​

• Walking Labyrinth

• Hiking Trails

• Medicine Wheel

• Meditation Garden

• Morning Meditation (optional)

• Yoga Class at Ghost Ranch Yurt (optional)

• Individual and/or group hikes. (optional)

• Abiquiu Town, New Mexico

• Chama River

• Abiquiu Reservoir 

• Massage. (optional: Schedule independently through Ghost Ranch)

• Horseback Riding Tour. (optional: Schedule independently through Ghost Ranch)

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Accommodations and Meals:

Private Room: Single or Shared your Accommodations.

Bring an Art Workshop Friend or Non-Participating Friend.

Accommodations may be shared with other participants or

non-retreat guest. Buffet style at the Ghost Ranch Dining Lodge, including hot meal options three times a day. Vegan and gluten free options available. Chefs from 5 Star Santa Fe Restaurants have been hired to make the meals...

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Single or Double Occupancy with Private Bath: 

• One queen or two queen/full sized beds.

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Single or Double Occupancy with Shared Bath in Center: 

• Two separate rooms in Historic Cottage, each with one or two full, queen, or twin beds.

• Shared bath in-between two separate rooms..​​​​

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No Camping accommodations this year.

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Meal Plan:

6 Breakfast  (Mon.-Sat.)   

5 Lunch        (Mon.- Fri.)   

6 Dinner       (Sun. - Fri.)  

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Optional Activities in the Area: Before or After the Retreat.

• Georgia O'Keeffe Abiquiu Modern Home and Studio Tour meet at Abiquiu Inn Location

       Register separately through Georgia O'Keefe Museum. (Book early, before or after Retreat)​

• Ojo Cliente Mineral Springs Hot Springs Resort and Spa (48 minutes away) Info Here.

• Santa Fe Farmer's Market: Saturdays, 8 am.-1 pm.

• 350 Santa Fe Art Galleries to visit. 

• Abiquiu Art Studio Tour. October 11th. & 12th.​

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INDIVIDUAL WORKSHOP PACKAGES:

PACKAGE #1 

Private Room for 1 or 2, Private Bathroom. (1 or 2 beds)

One Individual Workshop Participant: 

$2950.​​

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PACKAGE #2 

Private room, for 1 or 2, Shared Bath.

In Ghost Ranch Cottage one bath is in-between one other room. 

One Individual Workshop Participant:  

$2750.

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PACKAGE #3

Workshop Participant Sharing Private or Shared bath Accommodations.

(Accommodation fee is split with Workshop Participant in Package #1 or #2)

Workshop, Meals, Conservation Fee:

$1770. Each.​​

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PACKAGE #4

Guest. Non-Workshop Participant

Sharing Accommodations with Workshop Participant.

Accommodation paid by one Workshop Participant in Package #1A or #2A.

Meals and Fees.   

$300.​​

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Stays in Ghost Ranch guest quarters include the following:

• All daily meals 

• Access to our system of hiking trails, two onsite museums, and Agape Worship Center

• 24-hour library access

• 24-hour access to complimentary coffee, tea, and light snacks in the Dining Hall

• Bed and bath linens, alarm clocks, and hair dryers

• Coin-operated laundry facilities

• Free public wi-fi in the Dining Hall and Ghost Ranch Headquarters

There are no televisions or telephones in guest rooms, nor can we guarantee cellular reception or wi-fi in rooms. Bath toiletries are not placed in rooms; however, most necessities are available for purchase in the Trading Post.

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Cancellation Policy: 

60 days prior to the program start date fee can be refunded, minus a $200 processing fee.​ No refunds will be issued for withdrawals, minor illnesses, or cancellations due to family schedule changes made within 30 days of start date. 

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GHOST RANCH HISTORIC COTTAGES:  Map