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Loretta Fine Art Plein Air Workshop Retreat at Ghost Ranch 2026 *Registration is Open*
Abiquiu, New Mexico. (one hour north of Santa Fe)
Early Bird Special: $100. off until March 1st., 2026.
Sign up Today! *Discount coupon at checkout.
A Unique Plein Air and Studio Painting Experience with a South West Adventure.
Experience the Spirit of Place once explored and painted by Georgia O’Keeffe,
where she had the “freedom to paint what she saw and felt”..
7 DAY STUDIO/PLEIN AIR PAINTING WORKSHOP RETREAT
Sunday, October 18, 12pm - Saturday, October24, 12pm
All Levels. All Mediums. 12 Limit.
Workshop/Retreat:
Space is Limited, Register now to reserve your spot!
Art Retreat Fee includes Plein Air and Studio art instruction by award winning contemporary artist Loretta Domaszewski, Meal Plan, Georgia O'Keefe Landscape Sketching Tour, Ghost Ranch Conservation Fee ($5.), and Lodging. Lodging Options include reserved special Individual Historic Cottages, Staff Rooms, or RV/Tent Camping.
Easels and art supplies not included. Supply list sent after registration.
Paid in full upon Registration.
Custom Sketching Tour: One morning. 8:30am-11:45am
Combined bus tour and stopping points for sketching with pencil, charcoal, or watercolor pencils. We will sketch from many of Georgia O’Keefe viewpoints that are inspiring, plus the close up amazing rock formations that she painted on Ghost Ranch.
The tour will be approximately 1 hour with 2 hours to sketch with guided instruction or on your own. If interested in introducing color on this tour please bring "watercolor" pencils.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 12:00 pm, "Meet and Greet" at the beautiful Abiquiu Inn for an a la carte lunch. Abiquiu, New Mexico
Sketch at Nearby White Place Dwellings where Georgia O'Keefe visited and painted.
Group Gathering First Drawing Lesson after Abiquiu Inn Greet and Meet.
View Individual Package Plans and Register to hold your spot.
Description:
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Be inspired.
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Hands on Guided Studio Workshop. Plein Air Painting.
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Explore and Paint the Essence of Nature.
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Paint the spirit of this high desert land with layers of color and texture.
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Experience the light of expansive skies, painting transparency and movement.
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Study composition, line, value, texture, perspective, and color.
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Learn innovative techniques with earth pigments and non-traditional tools.
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Plein air sessions. Group and open studio (24 hours).
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Develop paintings with depth space, linear and atmospheric perspective.
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Create with bold expression.
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Build confidence.
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Explore your personal style.
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Learn to paint like you draw with movement, rhythm, variety, and harmony.
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A class packed with information in a fun, relaxed environment.
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One on one guidance.
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Group critiques.
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Acrylic, oil , and watercolor/gouache paint supply list upon registration.
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All mediums welcome. Some studio project materials included.
Visit and Experience Ghost Ranch and Beyond
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Walking Labyrinth
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Meditation Garden
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Yoga Class in the Ghost Ranch Yurt
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Morning Meditation
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Individual and/or group hikes.
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Abiquiu, New Mexico
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Chama River
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Ojo Caliente Hot Springs. Before or after the Retreat: (48 minutes away) Info Here.
Accommodations and Meals:
Share your Accommodations.
Bring an Art Workshop Friend/Partner or Non-Participating Friend/Partner.
Accommodations may be shared with other art workshop participant or
non-retreat guest. Buffet style at the Ghost Ranch Dining Lodge, including hot meal options three times a day. Vegan and gluten free options available.
Single or Double Occupancy with Private Bath:
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One queen or two queens/full sized beds.
Private Room with Shared Bath in Center: Jack and Jill Rooms:
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Two separate rooms in Historic Cottage, each with one or two queen, full, or twin beds.
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Shared bath in-between two separate bedrooms.
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Single Person in one room or Two People Share One Room.
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If interested, single art retreat occupant in this room may be paired with another retreat participant. Please inquire: You will be billed for single occupancy unless you request another Art Retreat participant.
Historic Staff Housing: Single, or Double Occupancy Communal Shared indoor Bath:
Campers:
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Tent Campers with electric.
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RV/Van Campers with full hook up.
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Communal Bathhouse.
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Art Retreat participant may lodge with non-participating friend or partner.
Meal Plan:
6 Breakfast (Mon.-Sat.)
5 Lunch (Mon.-Fri.)
6 Dinner (Sun.Fri.)
Optional Activities: Before or After the Retreat.
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Georgia O'Keeffe Abiquiu Modern Home and Studio Tour meet at Abiquiu Inn Location
Register separately through Georgia O'Keefe Museum. (Book before or after Retreat)
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Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Hot Springs Resort and Spa (48 minutes away) Info Here.
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Santa Fe Farmer's Market: Saturdays, 8 am.-1 pm.
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350 Santa Fe Art Galleries to visit.
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Albuquerque Balloon Festival. October 3rd.-11th.
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Abiquiu Art Studio Tour. October 2026.
Please let me know if you are interested in the Following Options once you Register for the Retreat:
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Landscape Hiking Tour, close up locations of Georgia O'Keeffe paintings: $69.
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Horseback Riding Tour: ($95)
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Massage Sessions.
ALL INCLUSIVE ART RETREAT FEE:
Seven Day. Six Nights. Accommodations.
Workshop, Art Room Open 24/7, Meal Plan, Georgia O'Keeffe Sketching Tour and Fees.
*Hiking Trails, Labyrinth, Yoga, Meditation, Library, Historic Museum, Gift Shop.
Sunday, October, 18, 12pm - Saturday, October 24, 12pm
Lodging: 6 Nights; Sunday, October 18-Friday, October 23.
INDIVIDUAL WORKSHOP PACKAGES:
*PACKAGE #1A GHOST HOUSE or CASA LOMA
PRIVATE BEDROOM with PRIVATE BATHROOM (1Queen).
ONE Individual Workshop Participant
$3380.
*PACKAGE #1B GHOST HOUSE or CASA LOMA
SHARED PRIVATE BEDROOM with PRIVATE BATHROOM (1Queen).
TWO Workshop Participants Share One Private Bedroom
$2690. Each.
*PACKAGE #2A GEORGIA O'KEEFE COTTAGE
PRIVATE BEDROOM (1Queen) with SHARED BATHROOM, in-between one other bedroom in cottage.
ONE Individual Workshop Participant
$3140.
**PACKAGE #2B GEORGIA O'KEEFE COTTAGE
SHARED PRIVATE BEDROOM (1Queen) with SHARED BATHROOM in-between one other bedroom in cottage.
TWO Workshop Participants share One Private Room
$2570. Each.
*PACKAGE #3A JUNIPER COTTAGE
PRIVATE BEDROOM (2 Queens) with SHARED BATHROOM in-between one other bedroom in cottage.
ONE Individual Workshop Participant
$2960.
**PACKAGE #3B JUNIPER COTTAGE
SHARED PRIVATE BEDROOM (2 Queens) with SHARED BATHROOM, in-between one other bedroom in cottage.
TWO Workshop Participants share One Private Room
$2480. Each.
*PACKAGE #4A ASPEN or POPLAR
PRIVATE BEDROOM, (2Doubles) with SHARED BATHROOM, in-between one other Bedroom.
ONE Individual Workshop Participant
$3050.
**PACKAGE #4B ASPEN or POPLAR
SHARED PRIVATE BEDROOM (2Doubles) with SHARED BATHROOM in-between one other Bedroom.
TWO Workshop Participants share One Private Bedroom
$2525. Each.
*PACKAGE #5A STAFF HOUSING
PRIVATE BEDROOM (2Twins) with COMMUNAL BATHROOM.
ONE Individual Workshop Participant
$2672.
**PACKAGE #5B STAFF HOUSING
SHARED PRIVATE BEDROOM (2Twins) with COMMUNAL BATHROOM.
TWO Workshop Participants share One Private Room
$2336. Each.
PACKAGE #6 RV CAMPSITE (full hook up)
ONE Individual Workshop Participant with Meals and Fees
$2300.
PACKAGE #7 TENT CAMPSITE (electricity)
ONE Individual Workshop Participant with Meals and Fees
$2270.
PACKAGE #8 GUEST: NON-WORKSHOP PARTICIPANT
Sharing Accommodations with Workshop Participant.
Meals and Fees
$300.
Optional Activities with Fee:
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Georgia O'Keeffe Abiquiu Modern Home and Studio Tour meet at Abiquiu Inn Location
Register separately through Georgia O'Keefe Museum. (Book before or after Retreat)
Please let me know if you are interested in the Following Options once you Register for the Retreat:
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Landscape Hiking Tour, close up locations of Georgia O'Keeffe paintings: $69.
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Horseback Riding Tour: ($95)
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Massage Sessions.
Before or after the Retreat:
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Ojo Cliente Mineral Springs Hot Springs Resort and Spa (48 minutes away) Info Here.
Cancellation Policy:
Up to 31 days prior to the program start date will be refunded, minus a $200 processing fee. No refunds will be issued for withdrawals, minor illnesses, or cancellations due to family schedule changes made within 30 days of start date.
GHOST RANCH HISTORIC COTTAGES: Map
2018 Best in Show Mixed Media
Escalante Canyons Art Festival




Painting is silent poetry.
And poetry is painting that speaks.








"It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge". - Albert Einstein
"And as your student, this is my experience learning from you".
- Patti







"Loretta is able to work with paint to create light, creating dramatic compositions with bold brushstrokes, expressing movement, fluidity, rhythm, and harmony. Workshops are packed with information in a relaxed environment. Loretta inspires her students with 35 years of painting and teaching experience with live painting demos, individual instruction, personal guidance, group critiques. All levels and mediums."
"I have truly enjoyed your classes, and your own work is so beautiful and inspiring! The critiquing sessions were invaluable, where I learned so much, both from you and other students. Changing to acrylics has been really challenging for me as well as learning how to compose directly onto the canvas. I'm doing a lot of practice now, learning how to load my brush, block in my composition, and mixing colors." Susan B.


























