Ivy Newport and Jeanne Marie Webb
Escape to the Emerald Isle:
A Creative Journey to Ireland!
October 8th to 15th, 2024
Let’s take a journey to a magical land…
We are so excited to invite you to join artists Ivy Newport and Jeanne Marie Webb for an incredible adventure to the west coast of Ireland. Journey to the Emerald Isle, where magic, mystery and myth enchant the land!
This is a 7 night/8 day all-inclusive creative wellness journey to be held in the quaint coastal village of Mulranny! A place full of rugged beauty, fascinating history and endless inspiration!
Come create with us in Ireland!
Your week will begin exploring expressive portraiture using some of Ivy and Jeanne-Marie’s favorite sketching techniques using charcoal, graphite, Conte, and pastel. This creative duo will then go on to demonstrate how to develop your work with mixed media. In addition, Jeanne-Marie is a certified yoga instructor and will be offering the opportunity to practice gentle yoga (suitable for all levels) and some beautiful meditation sessions. Ivy will dedicate a focus to working with portraiture and PanPastels and creating dreamy landscapes in pastel. Plus, we will journey through art journaling, creative collage, sketching, mixing paints, combining mediums and MORE!
We will be visiting enchanting villages, taking in the breathtaking vistas and touring ancient locations and ruins!
Historical, natural, mythical and cultural inspiration drawn from Ireland’s rich history and environment will serve as endless inspiration! You will leave Ireland full of inspiration, new artistic skills, and a deeper connection to your creative soul – PLUS personal and authentic artwork that will forever commemorate this life-changing adventure!
The course will include hands-on exercises, experimentation, one on one guidance and feedback, as well as discussions on composition, value, and color.
The teachers will be bringing a variety of mixed material and potential references. Students are encouraged to bring bits of meaningful material to incorporate into their art.
At this retreat, you will:
Learn how to create mixed media and pastel portraits
Learn how to be more expressive in your work
Learn how to use collage and mixed media to create evocative pieces
Learn more about color, paint application and pastels
Create abstract pastel landscapes based on Ireland’s beauty
Have the opportunity to practice gentle yoga and stretching
Heighten your sense of observation, sense of color, form and aesthetics
Learn tips on how to sketch and paint on location
Fill your art journal with memorable pieces from our trip
More deeply connect with self through meditation
Experience the beauty and culture of this magical land
Visit many historical sites and locations
Shop at quaint Irish villages
Enjoy healthy, nourishing chef-prepared meals
Meet and connect with artists from around the world
and so MUCH MORE….
Reviews
From Our Host Lora
You are warmly invited to stay a while.
We invite you to imagine standing on the panoramic hillside of our studio, taking in the spectacular views of Clew bay and Croagh Patrick (Ireland’s holy mountain).
Open your heart to the profoundly moving drama of constantly shifting Atlantic skies, reflecting an ever changing light show on the bay. The wildness and drama of this spectacular area belie the peace and connection you will feel to Ireland and to this very special place.
Lay on a blanket in the heather and watch the stars emerge on a clear night or walk along the rocky shores, to gather shells, driftwood and memories. Find yourself letting go of the stress of everyday life, feel the mystery and beauty of this land, awakening your senses.
This unspoiled place provide a safe place of inspiration and experimentation to stretch your skills in whatever medium you are working on, in an amazing state of the art studio..
Join us in Mulranny, Ireland.
Dream about the history of past times, evident in every field with old stone walls, every stoic castle and each abandoned cottage.
Local Villages
Meet the local people, warm, friendly and always happy to chat and share a story or a cup of tea. Shop in our local village of Westport and pop into a local pub or two!
Connect with Nature
Finding something to inspire you is not hard with the richness of the various eco systems surrounding Mulranny - from marine to mountain landscapes, with grasslands, bog and heather hills - this enchanted land casts a spell on any artist.
Enriching Excursions
Visit historic sites. Learn about the infamous Irish Pirate Queen and visit one of her many castles. Hear the story of our Stone Age ancestors and experience the myths and magic of Irelands spiritual roots while standing in one of the ancient stone circles. This is indeed a land of legends!
Find Your Inspiration
Bring your camera, your sketchbooks and prepare to lose your heart in it all, your mind full of inspiration.
Your Time with Ivy and Jeanne Marie
Your 8 days will be a beautiful blend of studio time, delightful excursions, cultural experiences and of course, plenty of free time to rest and explore!
You can arrive, unpack your suitcase (and your art supplies) and truly relax, at the gorgeous Essence of Mulranny Retreat center, operated by artist, Lora Murphy.
We will be visiting enchanting villages, strolling along the beautiful coastline, touring ancient castles and ruins, picnicking in the heather fields and creating all along the way! The creative inspiration will be all around you!
Here is a general itinerary for your time in this magical place.
There may be a few changes here and there, depending on weather usually but we will let you know.
Day 1: Arrival
We will collect you all at Westport Train station at 4pm and whisk you away to Mulranny, about 30 mins drive. After a champagne reception,we will gather for dinner and sharing and get you settled in to your rooms at EOM or DeBrun house.
Day 2: Studio!
The MAC studio will be open from 9am to 8pm and is a short walk from the residence areas Class will be from 9:30am to 4pm.
We will serve lunch at 1pm each studio day at the MAC.
Day 3: Day Trip
This day is an all day trip to Achill Island. Lunch will be at a lovely little restaurant (your expense)
Dinner will be served at MAC
Day 4: Studio!
Studio all day and dinner will be at the MAC
Day 5: Studio!
We often have a special entertainment on this evening but it depends on availability. We willlet you know.
Day 6: 1/2 Studio
1⁄2 Studio day and a trip to local attractions including Westport and the Old Irish Goat center. Dinner will be at the Famous Nevins restaurant (your expense).
Day 7: 1/2 Studio!
1⁄2 Studio day and finishing up work Delicious dinner with wine and sharing.
Day 8: Departure Day
The bus will take you to Westport train station for a 945 departure to Dublin.
Your home for the week.
This beautiful learning center is complete with well equipped mixed media/encaustic art studio, private bedrooms, a cozy gathering room with fireplace and group kitchen for those midnight snacks!
All meals will be included and prepared by an on-site private chef and will focus on delicious, healthy cuisine. For larger groups we house students in the village, in apartments with spectacular views.
October 8th to 15th, 2024
Escape to the Emerald Isle: A Creative Journey to Ireland!
US$3995 for a private bedroom/shared bathroom
US$4350 for a private bedroom & bathroom
Included in your retreat:
Workshop instruction
Some supplies (will be specified closer to trip)
7 nights lodging
Transportation from Westport to the Studio (it is recommended to fly into Dublin airport and get a train to Westport where we will meet you to take you to Mulranny).
All meals except - 1 lunches & 1 dinner
All tour & excursion fees
New friends and an art tribe!
Not Included:
Travel costs / Airfare
Passport fees, photos and processing where applicable
Additional nights lodging
Ready to reserve your spot?
A US$500 deposit will secure your place.
It is advisable to have insurance to cover your travel to Ireland and to cover your workshop fees for your possible cancellation in the event of illness. There are no exceptions for this policy. Read the cancellation policy here.
$500.00
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