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An Exploration of Art Journaling

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53 Mill St, Westfield, MA 01085, USA
Date
December 4 - 6, 2026

About this Retreat

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An art journal encourages an introspective approach to exploring and communicating thoughts and feelings, utilizing one’s own intuition to create a set of mixed media pieces that represent authentic self-expression when words are simply insufficient.

This retreat is an opportunity to slow down and respond to what emerges from the creative process in the moment. There’s an emphasis on playful exploration when prompted to stay open and true to yourself. See what evolves from mindful choices when fusing visual elements of color, patterns, and textures. Using a variety of art materials and techniques as your guide, a natural sense of emotional well-being will promote self-compassion and self-acceptance, with virtually no words. As the end of the year nears, allow yourself the time for this artistic reflection, binding together a journal of intuitive collage inspired by the season in your life.

This program is accessible to all levels of artistic experience, including those who feel they have no ability at all. Openness and curiosity are all that’s needed.

All art supplies and guidance on how to use them are provided.

Commuter Pricing is for three days and includes supper on Friday, as well as lunch and supper on Saturday.

Getting Here

Location icon Genesis Spiritual Center, 53 Mill St, Westfield, MA 01085, USA

Accommodation

Program Price - Single Occupancy
Program Price - Double Occupancy (Requires Two People)
Program Price - Weekend Commuter

Customer Reviews

4.89 out of 5.0 average rating

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Taste of Italy
Truly an amazing evening with delicious food, creative ambiance, and delightful entertainment. Congratulations, Genesis, on launching this new experience of bringing people together for friendship and sheer delight. Looking forward to the next Table of Grace.

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Biospiritual Focusing retreat at Genesis
I recently attended a five day Biospiritual Focusing retreat at Genesis. The program was excellent. The coordinators experience and wisdom were extremely helpful. I also appreciated their caring and responsiveness to anything I needed.
The staff at the retreat house created a caring, welcoming environment in every way. The food was excellent, and much appreciated. The grounds are beautiful and peaceful. It was a very positive experience, and am looking forward to my next retreat there.

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BioSpiritual Focusing Retreat 8/26
I received so many gifts of new knowledge and experiences from all 4 instructors and many participants. As always I enjoyed all of the outdoor spaces, especially the labyrinth. I truly appreciate the space that was freely available in the chapel, carriage house and friendship hall for myself and others to offer optional groups.

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Italy at Genesis
It was a wonderful evening. Not only was the food delicious, but the teamwork of the staff was admirable and the camaraderie of the guests made for an enjoyable evening. The ambiance was elegant!

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Table of Grace
Last Thursday evening I attended a Table of Grace Italian dinner with three friends. It was an amazing experience with sumptuous Italian food and beautiful hospitality. The four of us had been part of a Jubilee Year 2025 pilgrimage in Italy last August 2025 with our parish. The food and atmosphere at Genesis was ‘the real thing’!

Looking forward to the next themed event there at Genesis.

Thank you!

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