TESTIMONIALS

“If you’re looking for a high-touch creative workshop that allows you to expand your studio practice, look no further than ARTfuel Studios. Terri & Susan have created an amazing destination workshop experience that help clarify your approach to your studio practice and encourage you to think differently about your work. Their lesson plans challenge your creative approach and give you a better understanding of how to evaluate & be re-inspired by your work. The smaller group size is refreshing and provides a genuine space to connect with fellow artists while experiencing the rich culture and influences of your surroundings!”

— Kim Chigi

“I grew and learned so much in just a week. To be able to learn concepts, practice them, and immediately apply them to my work all while having Susan and Terri’s feedback and guidance, as well as the encouragement, conversation, and connection with the talented artists alongside me was an invaluable experience. I loved getting to know such a fabulous group of artists. There’s something about getting a group of people together who all want to nurture their creativity and express themselves through art that makes for a magical experience.”

— Fawn Bailey

“I can’t express enthusiastically enough, what a rich and valuable experience my first Artfuel retreat was! I say “first“ because I can’t wait to do another! The deep dive we were able to take in each exercise felt valuable, well-planned, fun and fruitful. Both Susan and Terri had their fingers on the pulse of the class, tailoring their feedback and comments to each artists style. I felt seen and heard and felt the feedback was really meant for me and for my challenges. The size of our group lent itself to excellent conversations about art and wonderful c onnections between all of the attendees, just beautifully crafted, beginning to end!”

— Whitney Pintello

“Our ArtFuel retreat at Byron Bay was incredible. Susan and Terri are brilliant - amazing artists, highly skilled coaches, wonderful humans. Since coming home, learnings from the retreat have been floating to the surface and showing up in my practice. We all enjoyed and benefitted hugely from Terri and Susan's wisdom, generosity, warmth and humour. Not only did we learn important lessons about art, we also did a lot of laughing. Coming together for a shared experience meant that we each made important and lasting friendships with each other and many tears of emotion were shed on our last day together. I cannot recommend an ArtFuel retreat more highly. PS Our two wonderful chefs provided an abundance of beautiful organic food and catered to all dietary requirements. Just amazing!”

— Anita Chan

“I learned so much in one week, and the time just flew by. Susan and Terri are outstanding teachers and provide one-on-one feedback to help each artist grow in their own practice.”

— Sharon Paster

“Are you wondering if you too should invest in a retreat?

I whole heartedly encourage you to beg, borrow and steal to get there. I did - twice. Twice I have spent thousands of dollars to attend an art retreat. I am investing in me:

  • learning new skills

  • devoting a huge amount of time to my practice

  • creating new friendships

  • being surrounded by like minded people that remind each other WHY we create

  • teaching my kids that although I am a mum, it’s OK to do things for me

    and most importantly…

  • RESPITE because being a single mum is hard.

— Marilyn Creery

“I feel like I want to shout it from the rooftop how wonderful this retreat was and how much more clearly and practically I understand colour. Beautifully organized with every detail thought out!”

— Joie Villeneuve

Taking this workshop is the best thing I've ever done for my art. Susan and Terri's teaching and guidance throughout the week was just amazing and exceeded all expectations. It was so inspiring to be with them and the other artists on the retreat. Everyone was so friendly and kind and there was a lot of fun and laughter. I've come back to my studio feeling nurtured with more confidance and clear in my intentions. I am so happy that I've had this experience.

— Sarah Capes

THE BENEFITS OF ARTFUEL RETREATS

  • Get hands-on instruction from expert teachers

  • Deepen your learning and skills with in-person one-on-one instruction in a small group

  • Create new connections and friendships with like-minded people from around the world

  • Find new inspiration in landscapes, architecture, cityscapes, colors, nature, and people

  • Get out of your daily routine and shake things up

  • Kick back with fellow artists and talk about art, life, business, travel, family - all in a safe container

  • Create space for reflection and reassessment

  • Experience a new culture - travel the world in the safety of a group

  • Travel and destination retreats provide tremendous growth in your art and your life