Located in the vibrant village of Forest Row, Sussex, Emerson is an Adult Education Centre and nature-based venue set within an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it is the perfect location for our next Fluid Art Retreat.
Escape to the serene beauty of Ashdown Forest for a weekend of creativity, relaxation, and artistic exploration! Immerse yourself in the world of fluid art, where flowing colours and organic movement bring your visions to life.
What to Expect:
- Hands-on workshops exploring fluid painting techniques with Chris Schneider and Julie Vatcher
- Colour theory and paint densities
- Art share, share a little about yourself and your latest work
- Q&A, marketing and Social Media
- Expert guidance in a relaxed, supportive environment
- Inspiring natural surroundings to spark creativity
- Delicious meals and time to connect with fellow artists
- Time for reflection, mindfulness, and creative flow
- Booking available with or without accommodation
No experience needed—just a love for colour, movement, and artistic play! Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, this retreat is designed to nurture your creativity and leave you feeling refreshed and inspired.
Prices are as follows:
Weekend pass with no overnight accommodation £485
2 nights with a single room £665
2 nights sharing a twin room £1,210 (£605 per person)
Timetable of Events:
FRIDAY 10th OCTOBER
ARRIVAL: 1pm – 1:45pm
WELCOME: The Red Room, 2pm – 2:30pm
ROOM CHECK IN: 3pm
INTRODUCTION TO ACRYLIC POURING BASICS: The Red Room, 3:45pm – 6pm
SUPPER: 6:15pm – 7pm
ART SHARE: 7:30pm
SATURDAY 11th OCTOBER
BREAKFAST: 8am – 9am (For those who have accommodation at Emerson)
WORKSHOP WITH CHRIS SCHNEIDER: The Red Room, 9:30am – 12:30pm
LUNCH: The Dining Room 12:45 pm – 1:30 pm
WORKSHOP WITH JULIE VATCHER: The Red Room, 2pm – 5pm
ART CRITIQUE: 5pm – 6pm
PUB MEAL: 7pm
SUNDAY 12th OCTOBER
BREAKFAST: 8am – 8:30am (For those who have accommodation at Emerson)
ROOM CHECKOUT: 9am
Q&A AND MARKETING TALK (INCLUDING SOCIAL MEDIA): The Red Room 9:30am
LUNCH: The Dining Room, 12:45pm – 1:30pm
DEPART: 2pm
Accommodation
Emerson Adult Education Centre have a number of ‘student houses’ spread out across the campus, each with its own style and character. There is a selection of single and twin rooms, all with shared toilets, showers and kitchens. Each bedroom is thoughtfully furnished in a simple style, flooded with natural light, offering participants a tranquil space for rest and relaxation.
Delicious, soil to table, homecooked food
The majority of food at Emerson is made from seasonal, organic produce with over 40% of ingredients sourced from their gardens or from local farms.
The kitchen is well known for its creative, vegetarian, vegan and seasonal meals. Fresh, delicious home-grown and cooked food is prepared daily with love and care by an experienced kitchen team. Emreson have set meal times as believing that food brings people together. The ringing of the gong announces that lunch or supper is ready to be served.
Ethical, sustainable living is central to everything at Emerson. Much is grown in their own biodynamic garden and green houses. All meals are vegetarian to reduce carbon footprint, as this is an educational facility, there is no alcohol on the premises.
