Weekend Art Retreat, Inverness
A Whole Weekend, Just for Your Creativity
Just ten of us, two days, and a studio full of colour.Â
I've taught one day workshops for years.
But there's only so much you can do in a day.
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This is something different.
A proper weekend, just ten of us, time to slow down and make something you're genuinely proud to bring home.
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If you've been waiting for a reason to give yourself a whole weekend for your art, this might be it.
WHAT TO EXPECT
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Saturday and Sunday, 9.45am to 4.30pm, in my studio here in Inverness.
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Just ten students, so there's real time for each of you.Â
Day One
Printing. Layers, textures, plants pressed into paint, that lovely unpredictable moment when something happens on the page.
Day Two
We turn everything you've made into a finished piece to bring home.
The palette shifts with the season, soft and fresh in spring, warm and golden in autumn.
IS THIS FOR YOU?
Short answer, yes!
Whether you've never picked up a gelli plate or you've been printing for years, this weekend meets you where you are.
You don't need to have it all figured out to begin. I never did.
 WHAT'S INCLUDEDÂ
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- All art materials and supplies, just bring yourself đ
- Lunch and refreshments, both days âď¸
- A little goodie bag, just because âĽď¸
- Two full days of hands on teaching, in a small group of ten  âá°.
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 â ď¸ Not included â ď¸: accommodation, evening meals, and travel to Inverness. A few suggestions for all of these further down the page.Â
 Some of us book a table together on the Saturday evening too, entirely optional, but a lovely way to keep the conversation going đ˝
WANT ALL THE DETAILS IN ONE PLACE?
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Everything on this page, plus accommodation suggestions, local recommendations and the full cancellation policy, in one downloadable PDF.
DATES & INVESTMENT
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Investment: ÂŁ375 per person, paid in full to secure your place.
Only 10 places per weekend. When they're gone, they're gone, and the next opportunity will be the following season.
LOVELY WORDS FROM PAST STUDENTS
"You're a wonderful teacher. I love how you made each step accessible, such clear step by step instructions. Plenty of time watching you create, which always helps me." -Â Kelly
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"Very welcoming workshop, with sharing of techniques and help when needed as a complete beginner. I felt at ease in this workshop and I'm delighted with my artwork. Susan was personable, friendly and made it fun!" - Doreen Lundie
GETTING HERE
Wasps Inverness Creative Academy
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Accommodation isn't included, but Inverness is easy to reach and a lovely place to spend a long weekend. A hotel a short walk from the studio, or a quieter Airbnb tucked away, both work well.
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Click in the image to see the studio on the map!
Fancy exploring while you're here?
A few local favourites, just a short drive or stroll away:
Loch Ness
A quiet drive from the studio, and the perfect spot to slow down for an afternoon.
Inverness Castle
Right in the heart of the city, lovely for an evening wander after a day of printing.
Cawdor Castle & Gardens
A little further out, but the gardens are worth every minute of the drive.
Who is Susan McCreevy?
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Hi, I'm Susan McCreevy, and I'll be your guide for the weekend.
I'm an artist based in Inverness, working from my own studio at Wasps Inverness Creative Academy. With a background in Textile Design and Printmaking, my journey has taken me from London's design world to creating art inspired by nature's soft blues, teals and golds.
I specialise in blending printmaking and collage techniques to craft unique, textured pieces, and there's nothing I love more than sharing that process with others in person. Teaching in the same space where I create my own work has connected me with wonderful, creative people, and I can't wait to add you to that list.
Over our weekend together, I'll guide you through every layer, every print, every little happy accident, until you leave with a finished piece you'll be proud to bring home.  âĽď¸
Frequently Asked Questions
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