Have you ever felt the urge to bring more creativity into your life on a daily or weekly basis? If the idea of making handmade art books has piqued your interest, join us for a unique three-day retreat where we'll dive into the fantastic world of art journaling!

During our three days together, you will 

• make your own art journal using old books, found papers, paint, and fabric. 

• discover the art of creating cohesive signatures by selecting the right papers for your journal 

• learn a simple saddle-stitch technique to bind it all together

• create your first layout and learn techniques to make journaling a sustainable practice

• leave with your handmade journal

This retreat is ideal for anyone who is driven to create, from the beginner to professional artists.

Where: Picturesque Blue Spring Creek Retreat in Ashland City, just 30 minutes outside of Nashville!
1404 George Boyd Road, Ashland City, TN 37015

When: September 19 - 21, Friday - Sunday

Food: The weekend will include croissants and coffee for breakfasts, and a charcuterie community dinner on Friday. Please bring something for lunch on Saturday. Communal dinners have often worked out well on Saturday, and feel free to eat individually then as well.

What to bring/wear: Most supplies and materials provided. We’ve got a list of a few things to bring and pack here, with shopping hints too!