THE GARDEN ROSE IN BLOOM RETREAT
Join Quynh Nguyen on September 27th - 29th, 2024 for a paper flower workshop featuring her iconic garden rose blooms. Learn how to make the David Austin: Leonora™, Wabara Garden Rose: Miyabi™, and Japanese Garden Spray Roses: Princess Fairy Kiss from her book, The New Art of Paper Flowers.
AN INVITATION TO REJUVENATE
Autumn presents the ideal opportunity to slow down. This retreat was designed to refresh both body and soul through the power of creativity and the warmth of community.
Embark on a two-day journey of paper flower crafting, guided by Quynh D. Nguyen at StudioLife in Seattle.
Whether you're in search of new inspiration for your paper floral projects or simply yearning for a pleasant retreat with like-minded creatives, The Garden Rose in Bloom Retreat is perfectly crafted to meet your needs!
WEEKEND OVERVIEW:
Welcome Dinner:
September 27th, 2024
Welcome dinner where you can meet the other attendees, get your footing so you know where the studio is, and more importantly, I can get a chance to chat with you and get to know you better.
Day 1 Rose Study:
September 28th, 2024
On day one, we will kick off the day studying the garden rose. We will also dive into the magical world of coloring and understanding the different blooming stage of the garden rose. We will focus on the David Austin: Leonora™, Wabara Garden Rose: Miyabi™.By the end of the day, you'll have a solid understanding of what makes garden roses special and how to bring their beauty to life in your work.
Day 2 Full Blooms:
September 29th, 2024
On the second day, we'll finish up our work on the David Austin: Leonora™, Wabara Garden Rose: Miyabi™ garden roses and then move on to the Japanese Princess Fairy Kiss Spray Garden Roses. This session will give you the chance to create several blooms and learn about the different stages of bloom for this spray garden rose variety. It's a great opportunity to expand your skills and add more variety to your creations.
At this two day retreat, you will walk away with a better understanding of the garden rose and a renewed joy in creating paper flowers.
Whether you are a seasoned paper florist or a novice floral enthusiast, this workshop is designed to inspire and empower you. Quynh cannot wait to share her expertise, artistic vision, and love for paper flowers with each and every one of you.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Short answer: anyone seeking a creative getaway to explore their love for paper flowers!
Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned artist, our workshop's is designed to serve every skill level.
We will empower you with techniques and expert guidance to craft your own designs. It’s all about pushing your creative limits while having a blast along the way!
WHAT HER STUDENTS ARE SAYING...
ANNA JANSON
I love how detail oriented Quynh is when giving instruction. She's so patient and so talented. She also makes learning so fun! 10/10 recommend taking her workshops.
FAITH SCHAU
"Quynh has been one of the absolute best teachers! I have truly learned so much from her. The classes she offers are engaging, and the preplanning she puts into each class ensures you will be ready with the right tools and materials needed to flourish and grow! I am walking away from this class with the most gorgeous bouquet, a stronger love for paper flowers, new skills, and new friends."
Kaitlyn Waler
Working with Quynh is so inspiring. Her workshop helped me take my paper flower obsession to a whole new level. I left extremely inspired and energized, not to mention with a handful of new friends.
READY TO BLOOM?
Secure your spot in this transformative retreat. Let's weave memories and masterpieces together.
Join us in Seattle, Washington
Deposit: $500
Full Price: $1500
The total cost of the retreat is $1,500 ($1,200 for those who register before June 15, 2024).
This non-refundable deposit will ensure your spot for the retreat and two payments of $500 will be due on July 1, 2024 and August 1, 2024.
See detailed cancellation policy and more in our FAQ section below.
If you have any questions, please email [email protected]
MEET QUYNH
Quynh, the creative force behind Pink and Posey™, is not just a paper artist and soon-to-be author, but a community builder and educator.
Her work, celebrated across various platforms, embodies the spirit of sharing and growth. Dive deeper into her world through her podcast, Paper Talk™.
You can now pre-order her paper flower book, THE NEW ART OF PAPER FLOWERS! The book is set to release on October 1, 2024.
Each and every pre-order is huge when it comes to how much exposure a book gets. The more pre-orders, the more the algorithm pushes the book out in front of eyes. Amazon and other platforms do not pay authors well, so I usually encourage people to buy through their local indie or through bookshop.org, but during the pre-order time period, sales at Amazon makes a big difference.
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STUDIOLIFE
What if could we create more space for ourselves in our daily lives? StudioLife was started by Kristi and Brooke, with the idea of creating space. Creating space is a choice and takes practice. They believe that the discipline of creating space in our lives enriches us.
MEET BROOKE & KRISTI
We have been friends for a long time and found ourselves circling around the idea of wanting to start a new chapter, a new adventure, and a new way to relate to our greater community. Just a short walk from University of Washington and University Village, our amazing space is always filled with light, and makes a great place to dive into creativity, or reverie with friends, family or coworkers.We have loved the experience of connecting artists and learners from all over the country and world. The creativity of people continues to astound us - from learners arranging classes with friends and family across the miles to artist-instructors strategizing how best to teach and connect with their growing communities. We are both wired to look for and enjoy the creativity in others, so we gain a lot of joy from this beautiful business of ours. We would love to have you here with us at Studio Life!
Your Workspace
- Craft stunning garden roses, learning the secrets that give paper flowers their lifelike charm.
- Find inspiration in the University of Washington's rose garden, a stone's throw from our serene StudioLife.
- Forge lasting bonds with fellow paper art enthusiasts, united by a shared passion of creating flowers.
- Kickstart the retreat with a welcoming dinner, and let each day be punctuated with engaging lunches and plus an exclusive VIP ticket to Quynh's Book Launch Party on October 1, 2024.
- Elevate your toolkit with over $500 worth of premium materials, curated just for you.
- Included with your ticket, is a signed copy of Quynh's book, The New Art of Paper Flowers plus a surprise gift.
Terms: $500 is due at time of registration.
Our non-refundable deposit secures your seat at the 2024 retreat, and will be applied to your total event cost. The rest will be invoiced to you in two payments.
See detailed cancellation policy and more in our FAQ section below.
If you have any questions, please email [email protected]
Itinerary Details
Friday, September 27th, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Welcome Dinner
Welcome dinner where you can meet the other attendees, get your footing so you know where the studio is, and more importantly, I can get a chance to chat with you and get to know you better.
Saturday, September 28th | Day 1
On day one, we will kick off the day studying the garden rose. We will also dive into the magical world of coloring and understanding the different blooming stage of the garden rose. We will focus on the David Austin: Leonora™, Wabara Garden Rose: Miyabi™.By the end of the day, you'll have a solid understanding of what makes garden roses special and how to bring their beauty to life in your work.
Sunday, September 29th | Day 2
On the second day, we'll finish up our work on the David Austin: Leonora™, Wabara Garden Rose: Miyabi™ garden roses and then move on to the Japanese Princess Fairy Kiss Spray Garden Roses. This session will give you the chance to create several blooms and learn about the different stages of bloom for this spray garden rose variety. It's a great opportunity to expand your skills and add more variety to your creations.
*The itinerary is subject to refinement to ensure the highest quality experience.
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