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Inspirational Retreat

22-28 August 2010

Join renowned artist and designer Sigrid Olsen for an extraordinary experience of relaxation and creativity. Rediscover yourself as you bask in the beauty of a beautiful setting, enjoy daily art workshops with Sigrid and yoga & meditation sessions with Kripalu-trained yoga instructor and movement therapist, Martha Abbot.

Be inspired as you explore a new life vision. The most distinctive aspect of these Inspiration retreats is the mix of wellness activities like yoga and meditation, combined with hands-on art workshops with Sigrid herself. Classes are for every level...it is more like a kindergarten class than advanced technique.The focus is on developing intuition and spontaneity ; it is the process not the product! We will be using art to tap into our purest, most creative instincts and have some fun. This experience enables us to create a more fulfilling and balanced life vision. Once we step outside of our daily routine, travel to an exquisite locale and join together with other amazing people, a magical change occurs...happiness, pure and simple. Each of us will travel home with a lighter heart, positive images and new deep friendships.

A Sample Workshop Day:

8:30 - 9:15 am Morning Walk
8:00 - 9:00 am Breakfast Buffet
10:30am -12:30 pm Art Workshop with Sigrid
1:00 - 2:00 pm Lunch served
2:00 - 5:00pm Free time/scheduled side trip
5:30 - 7:00 pm Yoga class
8:00 pm Candlelight dinner served

The days activities will be designed by Sigrid & Martha.

You'll stay in luxurious rooms at the exquisitely landscaped and beautifully appointed Le Lavandin. Each morning will begin with a petit dejeuner---a french breakfast featuring the delectable breads, pastries and special morning offerings of the Provence.

About Sigrid Olsen

Sigrid Olsen After 25 years in the apparel business, Sigrid has returned to her roots as an artist and print designer. Her gallery is located in the tiny artist’s colony and summer community of Rocky Neck in Gloucester, MA. Her transition from artist and entrepreneur to corporate creative director and back is a fascinating story of growth, resilience and reinvention. Today she has her hands in a variety of projects ranging from a self-published cook book, yoga/art fused inspiration retreats, speaking engagements, and ISLA beach house, her new retail venture on Rocky Neck as well as her studio art and design business. This website (designed by Sigrid herself) is a new medium of expression for Sigrid to share her latest creations, inner revelations and dreams for the future. Read more at www.sigridolsenart.com