MAGGIE VALLEY, NORTH CAROLINA

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains, an area full of places to get lost and find yourself. Explore the neighboring towns to find hidden gems and make lasting memories.

Come rest and retreat while you feed your creative side in the North Carolina mountains! We will stay in a luxury mountain home and enjoy delicious meals, stunning views and day trips that will fill your creative well. You will sit by the Cherokee streams, sipping wine while learning to sketch the nature around you. You will visit the famous River arts district of Asheville and talk with world class artists as well as enjoying a lesson in urban sketching. You will stroll the halls and gardens of the renowned Biltmore Estate and learn about architectural drawing as well as seeing a special installation of the esteemed work of Dale Chihuly!

No prior art experience is required to enjoy this retreat.

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