A day retreat in a heritage garden and ancient woodland to reconnect with nature and explore your innate creativity. There’s a particular kind of magic that an ancient woodland holds. Allow yourself to be enchanted by it; and to reconnect to something wild and free within, where your creativity can flourish.
We'll begin with a cuppa and introductions, then talk about techniques that influence how we see the world. We’ll walk with Tom and Pam through the walled garden to explore the built and natural heritage. Jules will awaken our imagination through simple mark-making, an intuitive way of accessing our creativity that needs no artistic experience.

After lunch, we’ll find inspiration in the ancient woodland, one of Ireland's last surviving fragments of true old-growth. Here, we slow right down: Look, listen, and breathe. As curiosity stirs, pencils find their way to paper. Jules will guide you into thoughtful observation of nature through drawing.

This day suits complete beginners and seasoned creatives alike. It’s not an art class, and no artistic skill is needed.  
We are all innately creative. This is a chance to absorb what you see and feel, and to respond in your own authentic way to this enchanting place. The drawings you make & take home will be a visual memento, a symbol of your experience here.

Time & Date: Saturday 3 October,2026, 9:30 am-4:30 pm
Location: Ballin Temple Nature Sanctuary, Ardattin, Co. Carlow.

A vegetarian lunch and art supplies will be provided on the day.

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