Art Retreat in Southern California

🌊 Creative Coast Retreat

Imagine waking up just steps from the ocean, sipping coffee on the patio, creating art with new friends, wandering the beach at sunset, exploring charming coastal towns, and enjoying the freedom to relax without a packed schedule.

This retreat is about slowing down, finding inspiration, and making meaningful memories through creativity, connection, and adventure.

Come solo, bring a friend, or make new ones along the way. No matter how you arrive, you'll leave inspired.

Space is intentionally limited to keep the retreat personal and relaxed.

👉 Message me with any questions or to reserve your spot.

💙 The Creative Coast Retreat ExperienceYour adventure starts with just a $100 deposit!

• 🎟️ Reserve Your Spot
• A $100 non-refundable deposit reserves your spot.
• Remaining payments become non-refundable after October 15, unless your spot can be filled.
• A minimum of three paid participants (plus Melissa) is required for the retreat to take place.
• Airfare pricing is based on current rates and may require minor adjustments if airline costs increase significantly before booking.
• Final itinerary and accommodations may change slightly based on availability and group size.

Melissa will be exhibiting artwork in the Hidden Truths Art Show during the retreat.

Guests are invited (but never required) to attend the exhibition, making this a unique opportunity to experience an artist reception while exploring Southern California.

📌 Important InformationTickets to the art show are not included in the retreat price.

• ✈️ San Diego International (preferred)
• ✈️ John Wayne / Orange County
• ✈️ Los Angeles International (often less expensive but farther away)
• ✈️ Palm Springs International

🎭 Bonus ExperienceExact flight information will be provided after registration.

The retreat includes shared groceries for:

• Breakfast
• Snacks
• Sandwiches and salad supplies for lunch
• One group dinner prepared together at the house

✈️ Travel InformationFor the remaining meals, we'll decide as a group whether to dine out or cook together. Everyone will pay individually for any restaurant meals.

Both workshops are beginner-friendly and designed to encourage creativity rather than perfection.

Projects will be announced closer to the retreat and may be inspired by the California coastline, beach life, and the beautiful scenery around us.

🍔 FoodLocal Southern California residents are welcome to attend individual workshops if space is available.

(All activities are optional unless noted.)

✈️ Travel Day
🍕 Welcome Dinner & Meet the Group

🎨 Visit the Hidden Truths Art Show in Newport Beach

You're welcome to attend and support Melissa—or enjoy your own adventure for the day.

🍷 Winery Workshop in Temecula

🎨 Creative Coast Workshop

🌊 Beach Day

Relax, explore, shop, paint, or simply enjoy the ocean.

✈️ Travel Home (5-Day Guests)

🎨 Included WorkshopsOptional extended-stay guests will enjoy additional free time and another workshop before returning home on November 13.

We'll stay in a comfortable vacation rental near the beach in Oceanside, California.

The plan is to book a beautiful condo or vacation home at North Coast Village (or a similar property), featuring:

• Shared accommodations
• Two guests per bedroom
• Resort-style amenities
• Walking distance to the beach
• Small, relaxed group atmosphere

We'll keep the group intentionally small so everyone has plenty of space to relax and connect.

A minimum of three paid participants (plus Melissa) is required for this retreat to take place. If the minimum is not met, all deposits and payments will be fully refunded.

🗓️ Tentative ItineraryIf more than four guests register, we'll either book a larger vacation home or reserve an additional nearby rental so everyone has plenty of space.

A $100 non-refundable deposit reserves your spot.

The remaining balance will be divided into three payments:

• August 30 – $332
• September 15 – $332
• October 15 – $331

🏡 LodgingPrefer to pay in full? That's welcome too!

November 6–11, 2026

• Round-trip airfare*
• Shared vacation home accommodations (5 nights)
• Shared rental car and gas
• Two guided art workshops
• Basic art supplies
• Planning and coordination
• Group groceries (see details below)

Interested in staying through November 13?

💳 Payment PlanIf there's enough interest, I'll offer an optional 7-day extension that includes an additional workshop and more time to explore Southern California.

November 6–11, 2026 (Optional extended stay through November 13)

Join me for a relaxing, creativity-filled getaway along the Southern California coast! We'll spend our days creating art, exploring beautiful beaches, visiting local attractions, and enjoying plenty of free time to recharge and connect with fellow creatives.

This isn't a rigid tour or a packed schedule—it's a creative vacation where you can participate as much or as little as you'd like.

✨ Retreat PackageWhether you're traveling solo or bringing a friend, you'll leave inspired, refreshed, and with memories that last long after the trip ends.