Retreats are long slow opportunities to grow as a person and as an artist. Each day is divided into studio time and relaxing time. During studio time, we delve into the various topics covered in the retreat. During relaxation time, we take cooking classes, relax in the spa, visit the beach and local towns, learn Italian, and chill out. Class time is balanced with savouring all that Tuscany has to offer.

Retreats are held at Il Baciarino in Tuscany Italy. Plus-ones are welcome.

Retreats in 2025

March 7 - 17 Round, to Not: Ceramics with Emma Smith (10 days)

March 18 - 28 Atmospheric Firing with Emma Smith (10 days)

April 7 - 16 Art Cloth: Eco Printing and Natural Dyeing (10 days)

April 25 - May 1 Writing for Joy, Peace of Mind, and Personal Meaning (7 days)

September 10 - 19 Art Cloth: Eco Printing and Natural Dyeing (10 days)

October 11 - 17 Writing for Joy, Peace of Mind, and Personal Meaning (7 days)

October 19 - 29 Art Cloth: Eco Printing and Natural Dyeing (10 days)

November 5 - 14 Everyday Objects with Emma Smith (10 days)

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Past Retreats

To get a sense of our retreats, have a look at footage from previous retreats

Eco Printing, Handbuilding, Kiln Building

or read through one of the typical itineraries