The Art of Body Love: a creative forest retreat for women

The Art of Body Love : A creative forest retreat for women

July 26, 2026

11a - 5p

Lewisville Park

Battle Ground, WA

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Our bodies hold our stories.

They carry the memories of childhood, heartbreak, healing, adventure, loss, joy, aging, and the becoming of who we are today.

Yet many of us have spent years focusing on what our bodies are not rather than appreciating all they have done for us.

This will be our cornerstone question throughout the day as we reflect, write and discuss with one another the keys our bodies hold.

In this day long forest retreat, we will slow down and create space to reflect on the ages and stages of our lives, we will examine the stories we carry about our bodies, and cultivate greater appreciation for the bodies we inhabit today. Wherever you are at in your relationship with your body, this retreat intends to help inspire you to move closer to a more positive relationship with the Today Body that is yours. Not your yesterday body or future body, but your Today Body.

The Art of Body Love is a day that will include guided reflection, writing exerices and art making with a purpose within a small circle of creative camaraderie.

Our featured art project will be an expressive mixed-media self-portrait inspired not by traditional portraiture, but by the experience of being in your body.

Using a personal photo as a starting point, you'll create a colorful and meaningful artwork that celebrates your story, your resilience, and your unique way of moving through the world. I will guide you step by step. No painting or drawing experience is needed.

This retreat focuses on expression rather than perfection. I'll share simple techniques and mixed-media methods to help you capture your likeness and transform it into a unique and empowering work of art.

We'll be working with watercolor and mixed media in a beautiful forest setting along the Lewis River.

All Supplies Provided

• Professional grade paint

• Pro level brush

• High grade watercolor paper

• Quality mixed-media supplies

Participants will also receive a collection of body-positive resources and reflection materials to continue nurturing a kinder, more appreciative relationship with themselves long after the retreat ends.

This retreat is open to women of all artistic abilities and life stages, including transgender women.

Come spend a day among the trees reconnecting with your creativity, your story, and the remarkable body that carries all the magnificence of who you are.

What to Bring

• Journal and Fave Pen

• Lunch (I will provide sweets and savory snacks as well as sparkling water and bottled iced tea)

• A printed photo of yourself that is at least 8x10 on 8.5x11 printer paper. This photo will be used with our art making. Do not bring an original photo.

The Art of Body Love is a small, intimate day long retreat limited to just 8 participants.

Due to the nature of this retreat, participants must be at least 21 years old.

Lewisville Park is ADA accessible though please note there is uneven ground to navigate. The restroom is approximately 365 feet away from our meeting area. Reach out if you need support to accomodate your mobility.

REFUND POLICY

This is a non-refundable creative event. Due to the nature of what I offer, I am unable to provide a refund or credit to future events. You may transfer your spot to another person if you are unable to attend. Just let me know so I can add their name to the roster.  In the unlikely event that circumstances beyond my control warrant canceling the event, students will receive a full refund.