The Zen of Watercolor Painting
September 14-16 /10am-4pm /$300
Some of the merits of painting in watercolor are its portability, quickness to dry, transparency, and spontaneity. With this class you can also discover the meditative effect of watercolor. Find out how you can learn to focus on what the paint, paper and water are doing as your painting dries. Learn effective techniques for planning your painting, unlock color theory, and more. This class is designed for both beginners and those familiar with watercolor painting. Most importantly, we’ll have fun exploring ways you can take your watercolor painting to a more sophisticated level.
An exciting add on: You will make bamboo drawing tools to use and take home.
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510-205-2046
The Reading Retreat
September 25-28 / $250
Back by popular demand! Join LA Bourgeois, Kaizen-Muse Certified Creativity Coach and Author, for The Reading Retreat, a time of peace and quiet where the only thing we have to do is read books.
Special reading exercises will be available to ease us into longer reading times. LA will also offer “reader coaching” to help each of us carry our reading habit back into our homes.
Apply by letting LA know how this Reading Retreat will benefit you and what talents you can share.
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Events
Birdy's House occasionally hosts special events, workshops, and classes. Workshops and classes require a fee paid to the teacher. For more information on requirements, content, cost, or availability, contact the organizer directly. Workshops scheduled so far in 2026 include:
Scribble Scribble: The Writing Retreat
July 24-27 / $250 (meals and lodging) $150 (meals only)
Dive deep into your story, outline your next trilogy, or just get some peace and quiet to write. Enjoy a convivial weekend in the beautiful Catskills with LA Bourgeois, Kaizen-Muse Certified Creativity Coach and Author.
Apply by letting LA know how this Writing Retreat will benefit you and what talents you can share.
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