Creative Freedom Retreat
with Tiare Smith
May 10 - 12, 2019
Limited to 15 Participants
REGISTRATION CLOSED
Join Tiare and Kiala for a beautifully crafted creative experience at Kiala's studio in Pensacola, Florida.
Hello Beautiful Souls,
We invite you to the studio to join us for a fun-filled, high energy creative experience with Tiare Smith (ClassyGirl), on the west coast of Florida. This inaugural guest teacher retreat for Healing Arts Creative Studio is bound to be epic and historic. We've created a beautiful and immersive weekend with paint, good food, magical and musical mojo, and lots of Southern Hospitality. This 3-day adventure will be hosted by Kiala & Damon Givehand, taught by Tiare Smith, and located in the quaint coastal town of Pensacola, Florida. We invite you to immerse yourself in creative renewal and expression, conversations with your artsy sisters, and loads of messy mark making, painting, and journaling. And if you have ever had the pleasure of gathering with Tiare, then you know there will most definitely be dancing. Spend three days connecting to your inner artist and coming alive creatively. |
The Experience
This weekend will be filled with incredible connections, moving dialogue, vibrant art making, and amazing food. Your heart and your art will be transformed and deepened.
Retreats have a beautiful way of opening our hearts & minds so that we can dive to the depths of our inner wisdom. At Healing Arts Creativity & Empowerment Studio you will meet your desires on the page and journey with them towards a more authentic YOU.
During this 3-Day creative experience, you'll get to:
We can’t wait to experience Creative Freedom with you in Pensacola. Only 15 spaces available — come join us!
Retreats have a beautiful way of opening our hearts & minds so that we can dive to the depths of our inner wisdom. At Healing Arts Creativity & Empowerment Studio you will meet your desires on the page and journey with them towards a more authentic YOU.
During this 3-Day creative experience, you'll get to:
- play with a mix of art supplies
- learn a variety of techniques to paint women-of-color faces and bodies
- explore your personal style and color palettes
- expand your painting toolkit
- embrace your fears about art, creativity, and playful painting
- redefine creativity through the lens of self-discovery, self-compassion, and self-awareness
- gently connect to your inner artist
- discover new ways to dialogue with yourself
- experience a truly dynamic mixed media instructor (Tiare Smith)
We can’t wait to experience Creative Freedom with you in Pensacola. Only 15 spaces available — come join us!
Our Weekend Timeline
Friday, May 10th: Artist Talk with Tiare 6PM - 7PM
••>The studio will open to registered retreat participants for a meet & greet at 4:00PM. Come check-in for the weekend, get your goody bag, meet Kiala & Damon, see the studio, and grab a light snack before the artist talk.
Saturday, May 11th: 9AM - 5:30PM
••>Studio opens at 8:30am
••>9am to 12pm Morning creative freedom workshop with Tiare
••>12pm to 1pm Lunch on us
••>1pm to 5:30pm Afternoon creative freedom workshop
••>Open studio until 8PM
Sunday, May 12th: 9AM - 1PM
••>Studio opens at 8am
••>8am to 9am Breakfast on us
••>9am to 11am Morning creative freedom workshop with Tiare
••>11am to 12pm Afternoon in-studio student-gallery walk
••>12pm to 1pm Final Farewells (we officially end at 1PM)
••>Open studio until 4PM
••>The studio will open to registered retreat participants for a meet & greet at 4:00PM. Come check-in for the weekend, get your goody bag, meet Kiala & Damon, see the studio, and grab a light snack before the artist talk.
Saturday, May 11th: 9AM - 5:30PM
••>Studio opens at 8:30am
••>9am to 12pm Morning creative freedom workshop with Tiare
••>12pm to 1pm Lunch on us
••>1pm to 5:30pm Afternoon creative freedom workshop
••>Open studio until 8PM
Sunday, May 12th: 9AM - 1PM
••>Studio opens at 8am
••>8am to 9am Breakfast on us
••>9am to 11am Morning creative freedom workshop with Tiare
••>11am to 12pm Afternoon in-studio student-gallery walk
••>12pm to 1pm Final Farewells (we officially end at 1PM)
••>Open studio until 4PM
REGISTRATION CLOSED
Here's What We've Included
- Friday night Artist Talk with Tiare
- 12 Hours of In Person Instruction with Tiare
- 5 Hours of open studio time
- Lunch on Saturday, breakfast on Sunday, and light snacks every day
- Tea, coffee, filtered water and overflowing snacks each day
- All the art supplies you'll need*
- Suggestions for things to do & places to visit while in Pensacola
- Support and daily guidance from Kiala
- Fabulous artsy goodies to take home (including some surprise items)
- Access to Kiala's personal collage stash to use during the retreat
- A follow up virtual session with Kiala & Tiare
- A special discount for online courses with Kiala
- A special discount for online courses with Tiare
- Tons of indelible memories that you'll cherish forever
What's Not Included
- Breakfast on Saturday
- Lunch on Sunday
- Airfare
- Lodging (recommendations are below)
- Transportation to and from the studio
Other Important Details
How Registration Works
Your workshop registration fee of $375 includes:
- Three days of class with Tiare Smith (see timeline above)
- Lunch on Saturday
- Breakfast on Sunday
- All supplies (except your heat tool)
Please note deposits and registration fees are non-refundable. Payment plans no longer available for this retreat.
Getting Here & Travel Tips
Pensacola Regional airport is a small airport with lots of charm. Most major airlines fly into Pensacola (Airport Code is PNS). You may want to check flights into Mobile, Alabama (1 hour West of Pensacola) or Fort Walton Beach, Florida (1 Hour East of Pensacola).
Healing Arts Creativity & Empowerment Studio is located on the North end of Pensacola and about 10 minutes from the airport. Pensacola is a small town with one major highway (I-10). You may want to consider car pooling, sharing a hotel room, or bringing an artsy pal to spend the weekend with. You can build connections through the private Facebook group once you've registered.
Where to Stay
Lodging is not included in your registration, but Pensacola is a tourist town so you will have a nice pick of places to stay. There are a few hotels within 10 minutes of the studio. Here are the ones we recommend taking a look at:
If you want to be on the beach (about 30 minutes from the studio), you might consider renting a condo or checking out one of the hotels on Pensacola Beach (which is different from Gulf Breeze).
If you like boutique accommodations, Lee House is a beautifully restored landmark overlooking the Pensacola Bay and in the hip downtown area in walking distance to lots of restaurants, shops, galleries, and more. They are often booked months in advance so if you like them, call TODAY!!
Where to Eat
Only a few meals are included in your registration which gives you the opportunity to enjoy the many amazing restaurants Pensacola has to offer. Here's a list of Kiala and Damon's favorite locally owned places to eat in the area (in alpha order):
PAYMENT & CANCELLATION POLICY
There are no refunds for this workshop unless and only if we are able to fill your spot. In that event, a $100 cancellation fee will apply. Payments must be made in full after April 30, 2019.
CONFIRMATION & COMMUNICATION
If you correctly follow the steps for registration, you will receive a welcome email within minutes of finalizing your registration. The welcome email counts as your registration confirmation and contains helpful info to help you start planning your trip to Pensacola. Please keep this email in an easy to find place. It is recommended that you print a copy as well. Here are the registration steps:
1. Click any of the registration buttons on this page and make your payment.
2. Once your payment is made, wait for PayPal to redirect you to the "complete your registration" page. It may take up to 15 seconds, so don't close the window.
3. Complete the registration and then check your email for further instructions.
If you experience any issues with this process, please reach out to us here.
IMPORTANT: All communication will be emailed to the email address you used to register. If you require the information to be sent to an alternate email address, please let us know right away.
Your workshop registration fee of $375 includes:
- Three days of class with Tiare Smith (see timeline above)
- Lunch on Saturday
- Breakfast on Sunday
- All supplies (except your heat tool)
Please note deposits and registration fees are non-refundable. Payment plans no longer available for this retreat.
Getting Here & Travel Tips
Pensacola Regional airport is a small airport with lots of charm. Most major airlines fly into Pensacola (Airport Code is PNS). You may want to check flights into Mobile, Alabama (1 hour West of Pensacola) or Fort Walton Beach, Florida (1 Hour East of Pensacola).
Healing Arts Creativity & Empowerment Studio is located on the North end of Pensacola and about 10 minutes from the airport. Pensacola is a small town with one major highway (I-10). You may want to consider car pooling, sharing a hotel room, or bringing an artsy pal to spend the weekend with. You can build connections through the private Facebook group once you've registered.
Where to Stay
Lodging is not included in your registration, but Pensacola is a tourist town so you will have a nice pick of places to stay. There are a few hotels within 10 minutes of the studio. Here are the ones we recommend taking a look at:
- WoodSpring Suites -- for the minimalist
- Candlewood Suites -- for the cooks among us
- Homewood Suites by Hilton -- near the airport
- Courtyard by Marriott -- close to shopping
- Hyatt Place -- near the airport
- Springhill Suites -- family friendly and close to shopping
If you want to be on the beach (about 30 minutes from the studio), you might consider renting a condo or checking out one of the hotels on Pensacola Beach (which is different from Gulf Breeze).
If you like boutique accommodations, Lee House is a beautifully restored landmark overlooking the Pensacola Bay and in the hip downtown area in walking distance to lots of restaurants, shops, galleries, and more. They are often booked months in advance so if you like them, call TODAY!!
Where to Eat
Only a few meals are included in your registration which gives you the opportunity to enjoy the many amazing restaurants Pensacola has to offer. Here's a list of Kiala and Damon's favorite locally owned places to eat in the area (in alpha order):
- Bon Beans Organic Coffee and Tea (these are our besties -- they are right next door to us)
- Bonfire Pizza (craft your own pie or salad)
- So Chopped -- Custom made salads -- This is our FAV!!!
- Dharma Blue -- no website, but they serve a really eclectic menu from sushi to fried green tomatoes
- Egg & I -- (Check their hours)
- End of the Line Vegan Cafe -- the burritos are super YUMMY and the deserts are dangerously good
- Fish House or Atlas Oyster House (these are mirror restaurants -- same menu -- located under the same structure -- one is fancy and one is laid back)
- George Bistro + Bar (the best Chai latte [made with almond milk] in town)
- Jaco's Bayfront Bar & Grill (the best skinny fries in town) -- they are right on the Bay and have beautiful views
- Thai Dishes -- if you like it spicy, they will accommodate the bravest among us. This place is NOT fancy, but the food is delicious (and it's near Hobby Lobby) :-).
- The Ruby Slipper for Breakfast or Lunch -- New Orleans style cuisine. The biscuits are HUGE!!
- Sammy Barker's American Food -- (BEST Veggie burger on the planet --they make them in house. The chicken and waffles are good too -- Sammy Barker's is one door down from the studio.)
PAYMENT & CANCELLATION POLICY
There are no refunds for this workshop unless and only if we are able to fill your spot. In that event, a $100 cancellation fee will apply. Payments must be made in full after April 30, 2019.
CONFIRMATION & COMMUNICATION
If you correctly follow the steps for registration, you will receive a welcome email within minutes of finalizing your registration. The welcome email counts as your registration confirmation and contains helpful info to help you start planning your trip to Pensacola. Please keep this email in an easy to find place. It is recommended that you print a copy as well. Here are the registration steps:
1. Click any of the registration buttons on this page and make your payment.
2. Once your payment is made, wait for PayPal to redirect you to the "complete your registration" page. It may take up to 15 seconds, so don't close the window.
3. Complete the registration and then check your email for further instructions.
If you experience any issues with this process, please reach out to us here.
IMPORTANT: All communication will be emailed to the email address you used to register. If you require the information to be sent to an alternate email address, please let us know right away.
About Tiare
My name is Tiare Smith (pronounced Tee-are). I am a mixed media artist and instructor.
Born with art in my heart I lost my way from my art for about 18 years. It came back to my life in a burst of emotion and anxiety. By practicing techniques of self-love, positive self talk, and action which also helped me to overcome other areas of struggle, I now enjoy my art in a free and inspiring way. I empower women to express and experience their art more freely while also nurturing their hearts and memories. I have not only been featured on HGTV but have had numerous works published in a variety of crafting magazines and blogs. You can find my wooden plaque series, “Whispers of the Heart” at Hallmark Stores, bookstores, and Amazon world wide. My art reflects the wonderful women (and sometimes men) who informed and continue to inform my life…my mom, neighbors, teachers, friends, 2nd and 3rd mom. Black women. Strong women. Smart women. Beautiful women. Loving women. Do you women. My art is inspired by positivity, peace, determination, growth, courage, happiness, love and fight. It lies in happiness and hope. It breathes color and love. |