Colored Pencils & Canyons! 5-Day Artist's Retreat: Important Information

5-day workshop event in sunny St. George, Utah. 3 workshops, 3 teachers, and all kinds of fun-filled free events plus optional touring of stunning Bryce Canyon and gorgeous nearby Snow Canyon. 

 

NEED TO KNOW:

Cost: Early Bird Special! $445 (ends September 6) $495 (after September 6)

Dates: April 27 – May 1, 2025

Location: Best Western Plus Abbey Inn 1129 S. Bluff St. | St. George, UT 84770

Workshops & Sayonara Party will be held in: Ballroom North

 

WORKSHOPS:

Sunny Ravines with Andria Burchett

A scene you could only find in our beautiful Southwest – sand-swept ravines! Learn to draw on stone paper, how to enhance your artwork with complimentary colors, and skillfully manipulate pigment with various tools!

*Supply List available in February.

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Buzzing Beauty with Pearl de Chalain 

Wildlife, wildflowers, nature’s busy pollinating creatures – celebrate nature! It’s all about textures in this class – learn how to create vivid contrast with ease, and the best pencils for vibrant colors!

*Supply List available in February.
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Sunbeams in the Shadows with Amy Lindenberger 

This reference photo is from a historic site near our workshops! Come learn how to make colors glow with the reverse grisaille method, what is transparency/opacity, and the differences between the many brands of white pencils!

*Supply List available in February.

 

ITINERARY:

Day 1 - Sunday, April 27:

  • Meet & Greet plus Dessert Bar! 6:30pm – 7:30pm (more information in the “EVENTS” section below)

Day 2 - Monday, April 28:

  • Workshop with Andria from 9:00am - 2:30pm
  • Trip to nearby Snow Canyon at 3:00pm (optional, more information in the “EVENTS” section below)

Day 3 - Tuesday, April 29:

  • Workshop with Pearl from 9:00am - 2:30pm
  • Happy Hour with Ann from 4:00pm - 5:15pm (optional, more information in the “EVENTS” section below)
  • Dinner in town together at 5:30pm (un-hosted, optional, more information in the “EVENTS” section below)

Day 4 - Wednesday, April 30:

  • Bryce tour (optional, more information in the “EVENTS” section below)

Day 5 - Thursday, May 1:

  • Workshop with Amy from 9:00am - 2:30pm
  • Hosted Sayonara Pizza & Prizes Party from 4:00pm - 6:00pm (more information in the “EVENTS” section below)

 

EVENTS:

Dessert in the Desert: April 27

    • Held at Worldmark of St. George, in Ann’s unit at 1157 Gap Canyon Parkway, St. George, UT 84770
    • 6:30pm – 7:30pm
    • FREE! Desserts & bottled water included

     

    Snow Canyon (optional): April 28

      • https://stateparks.utah.gov/parks/snow-canyon/
      • Address: 1002 N. Snow Canyon Rd, Ivins, UT 84738
      • NO transportation provided! We will all carpool together after class
      • Meet at the park entrance at 3:30pm
      • PARK FEES NOT INCLUDED:
      • Utah Resident: $10 per vehicle (up to eight people)/$5 per vehicle (up to eight people) for Seniors 65 and older (with UT driver’s license)
      • Non-resident: $15 per vehicle (up to eight people)

       

      Happy Hour & Mexican Dinner: April 29

        • Held at Worldmark of St. George, in Ann’s unit at 1157 Gap Canyon Parkway, St. George, UT 84770
        • 4:00pm – 5:15pm
        • FREE! Wine & soft drinks included
        • Followed by un-hosted dinner at Irmita’s Mexican Café. Humble place but with world-class Mexican food.
        • Optional. Address: 95 W 700 S, St. George, UT 84770

         

        Bryce Canyon (optional) – you're welcome to join us for a group trip to Bryce Canyon National Park on our private chartered bus: April 30

          • 7:30am - Hotel Departure
          • Light snacks and water provided on bus
          • 10:00am - Bryce arrival
          • 12:30pm – Box lunch provided on bus: Catered by Jimmy John's
          • 3:30pm - Bryce Departure
          • Light snacks and water provided on bus
          • 6:00pm - Hotel Arrival
          • Additional cost for roundtrip transportation on our private chartered bus: $90 per person: Select "St. George Artist's Escape PLUS Chartered Bus Tour of Bryce Canyon" from the drop-down menu when you Register >>

           

          Pizza & Prizes Sayonara Party: May 1

            • 4:00pm – 6:00pm
            • Bring your own Sayonara Fan. Loads of prizes for best fan, most colorful fan, biggest fan, funniest fan, etc! Make your own or decorate a ready-made fan. Let your creativity fly!
            • EXAMPLES:

            ▪ https://www.pinterest.com/pin/449023025324886026/
            ▪ https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=aMhOdcVSk_8
            ▪ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09K4DQYXN/ref=twister_B08TBCZWGR?_encoding=UTF8&th=1
            ▪ https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07RWCV3BP/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=A3R3YS5HUFJYCI&th=1

            • FREE! Pizza, soda, fun & prizes!

             

            HOTEL:

            You are welcome to stay wherever you like, BUT we have special group pricing available at Best Western Plus Abbey Inn.

            Mention: Colored Pencil Bliss with Ann Kullberg when/if you call to book.

            (435) 652-1234

            Or CLICK HERE to book online at the special group rate discounted pricing.

            Special discounted group rate starts at $125 + taxes. Includes complimentary buffet breakfast, parking, and pool/hot tub.

             

            TRANSPORTATION:

            The closest major airport is in Las Vegas, the Harry Reid International Airport. If you fly into Las Vegas, you can drive to St. George, or take a shuttle.
            OR, fly directly into St. George, at the St. George Regional Airport.
            • It is about a 15-25 minute drive from the St. George airport to Best Western Plus Abbey Inn.

               

              ALLERGIES:

              Since there are several dining options included, please email: orders@annkullberg.com if you have allergies that we need to be made aware of – we can accommodate some allergies – but if we cannot accommodate your specific allergies, a small reimbursement will be given for any meals you have to provide for yourself that are included in the workshops fee.

               

              CANCELLATIONS:

              • Cancellations made over 60 days prior – 75% refund (before February 28, 2025)
              • Cancellations made less than 60 - 30 days prior – 40% refund (between February 28 - March 28, 2025)
              • Cancellations made less than 30 days prior – 20% refund in the form of store credit (after March 28, 2025)

               

              QUESTIONS?

              Email: orders@annkullberg.com

               

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