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Have you ever felt a yearning to express something deep within, but words just aren't enough?
Let's paint that feeling into existence.

Want to overcome creative blocks and learn to paint from your soul?...

Join Joanna for this 💫 live retreat 💫 where we will fuse the energy of the Divine Feminine into a powerful painting that connects you with your authentic Self.

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A stripe of five yellow stars on a beige background.

The act of painting from my soul transcended art—it evolved into a path of self-discovery and healing.  The process is truly unique and enjoyable" ~Luvon

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Overcome creative blocks -> reveal your authentic self with art.

  • Move from creative BLAH to -> Create from your Divine Feminine energy

  • Let go of the guilt of NOT making art -> Express emotion ON your canvas - feels great to let it OUT!

  • Instead of not trusting -> Enhance your intuition and let the image guide you.

  • Make a deeply meaningful painting that embodies your feminine empowerment in a sacred community of women

This is a delicious opportunity to connect with other heart-aligned women within a sacred container and see how art can reveal surprising things about
your innermost authentic Self!

This retreat will be a VERY unique experience of the deeper, spiritual side of art within a sacred container of women.

We will build up layers of emotional expression and color as the base layer for your Divine Feminine woman to emerge.

Fuse in archetypal imagery to AMPLIFY the meaning and energy you want to convey. 

Learn how to "trust the image" and let it guide you to what wants to happen, enhancing your intuitive knowing along the way. 

This is a transformational art journey held within a sacred container that will reveal surprising things about

WHO you are…

And who you're becoming…

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Your Guide for this virtual event will be Joanna Houts, Founder of Keep Rising Studio, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Intuitive Art Therapy Practitioner, Certified Facilitator of Paint From Your Soul™.

She will take you through a very unique and surprising art experience you've probably NEVER tried before!

It will bust through creative blocks and unleash your creativity as you explore your Self and Divine Feminine wisdom in art. 

Enjoy connecting with other soul-aligned women within this sacred container.

RETREAT DATES

Saturday & Sunday, August 29 & 30, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CDT each day

Both sessions will be recorded in case you miss anything

2 Days of Feminine Art Making & Sacred Space

Normally $399

Sign up today, get the early bird discount code only $299 😮

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**Early bird discount thru 8/15 - enter PAINTWITHJOANNA**

Ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery through art? Reserve your spot now and let your soul's colors shine.

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Supplies (you likely already have)

  • 16x20" canvas 

  • Basic set of acrylic paints + raw sienna, burnt sienna & raw umber for skin tones

  • Tarp or vinyl tablecloth to protect your table and/or your flooring

  • 1 medium sized brush, 1 small square brush, 1 small round brush

  • Matte medium [Gloss is fine if you already have it]

  • Piece of chalk

Things you've probably got around the house

  • Paper towels

  • Plastic fork

  • Paper and Pencil to sketch with

  • Washcloth that can get paint on it

  • Marble, acorn, small ball, beads (or similar) that can get paint on it


A Different Approach to Art-Making

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You'll be amazed at how feminine wisdom comes through the expressive layers of paint!

Nowhere else will you find this expert guidance in creating art from your soul that marries Divine Feminine wisdom, self exploration, intuitive painting and sacred community!

TESTIMONIALS

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“What ended up on my canvas surprised me. It wasn’t just art - it felt like a reflection of something I hadn’t fully seen in myself before.
I left with a painting, an emotional experience and definitely several new realizations I wasn’t expecting when I walked in.”

~ Diana

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“WOW! I so enjoyed this experience! Joanna is a patient and insightful teacher. I gained so much from her and this retreat. I created a beautiful painting that I never could have imagined would come from me. I can’t wait to do it again!”

~ Angela

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After this beautiful weekend together you'll feel...

  • Proud of the deeply meaningful piece of art you created 

  • Reconnected with Divine Feminine Wisdom

  • Buzzing with new creative ways to take this process into your life!

When You Sign Up

  • Receive the zoom link for joining + detailed materials list

  • Get email reminders

  • Joanna will share the recording with everyone after each day

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FAQs


What is this event?

Virtual Art Retreat - create a Soul Art painting infused with
Divine Feminine wisdom.
Learn how to express emotion with painting, infuse
archetypal imagery and feminine wisdom into an intuitive portrait.

Breakthrough creative blocks, experience the spiritual side of art making
and how to make art that comes from the soul.


When is it?

Saturday & Sunday, August 29 & 30, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CDT each day

The session will be recorded - if you miss anything
you can watch it later!

**There are no refunds on this retreat as you will receive the recordings of both days**

When you sign up, you'll receive the private zoom link for joining along with a detailed materials list.


How much is it?

This deliciously inspiring weekend retreat with Joanna’s expert guidance and the empowering Paint From Your Soul framework is normally $399.

$299 Early Bird Discount Ends August 15th

Use Promo Code - PAINTWITHJOANNA at checkout for early bird discount


What materials do we need?

Art Supplies:

One 16x20" canvas

Basic set of acrylic paints plus raw sienna (for light skin tones) burnt sienna (for medium-dark skin tones) and burnt umber (for dark skin tones)

1 medium sized brush, 1 small square brush, 1 small round brush

Matte medium (Gloss medium is fine if you have it on hand

Piece of chalk

Things you've probably got around the house:

Paper towel

Plastic fork

Paper and Pencil to sketch with

Washcloth that can get paint on it 

Optional: easel, paint markers, marbles or balls that can get paint on them 

**If you don't like the feeling of paint on your hands, you will want to get a pair of latex gloves OR avoid painting techniques that involve getting your hands messy***


Who is it for?

This even is for any Creative Spirit who feels creatively stuck or wants to create art that is deeply meaningful and come from the soul. No experience is necessary - just a willingness to pick up a brush. 

If you'd like your art to be infused with deep meaning and purpose, we will show you a spiritual approach to art-making that will change how you view the creation process!


How will I join the retreat?

After signing up, we will share the private zoom link for this event. 

All you need to do is click the link on the day of the retreat and you'll be IN!


Will we be critiquing the art?

No, we are not in favor of critiquing artwork in general. We don't find it therapeutic or
supportive of the art maker.

 We will share and process in small groups to receive feedback and
inspiration as you go through the process.


Can I use something other than acrylics?

No, for the specific process we are doing in this event, acrylics are necessary.

We love all mediums but acrylics offer a quick dry time and ability to build up layers that we need for this experiential.


What if I miss some of the live class?

We will record the entire session both days. If you miss anything, you can
watch the recording afterwards. 

We do not offer refunds on the retreat because you will receive the call recordings.


Do you teach techniques?

Yes, we will be teaching you drawing and painting techniques that will help you create an image you feel proud of while also learning to listen to the wisdom of the image and trust what wants to happen.

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Don't Wait!

 Get the early bird discount by signing up today!

Your Creative Self will thank you when you're basking in a weekend of Divine Feminine art-making with Joanna's expert guidance.

Early Bird Discount $299

Use Promo Code - PAINTWITHJOANNA at checkout for early bird discount

**Early bird discount available thru 8/15**

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