—-A RETREAT IN SELF-DISCOVERY
EXPRESSIONS
Exploring yourself through movement and art, where yoga meets mixed media in a day of gentle unfolding.
YOGA AND BREATHWORK
MIXED MEDIA ART
COMMUNITY AND CONNECTION
NOURISHING MEAL
—OUR PHILOSOPHY
Your body knows things your mind hasn't said yet
Expressions is an immersive retreat that weaves together the wisdom of yoga and the freedom of mixed media art. Through guided movement and creative exploration, you'll discover new ways of listening to yourself.
Whether you've been to a hundred yoga classes or never unrolled a mat, whether you call yourself an artist or haven't touched a paintbrush since school — this space is for you, exactly as you are.
We believe self-expression is a birthright, not a talent.
"Let the body lead what the mind cannot find."
"Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time." — Thomas Merton
WHAT WE EXPLORE TOGETHER
Embodied Movement
A morning yoga session that moves beyond the physical, guided by breath-led flow and somatic awareness. A practice designed to quiet the thinking mind, deepen your connection inward, and invite a grounded presence within the body.
Mixed Media Art
Afternoon session- painting, collage, mark-making, texture, and colour. No skills required. We use art not as performance but as a mirror, a language for what lives beneath the surface.
Reflective Integration
Journaling, sharing circles, and quiet time in nature to weave together what moves through you. The bridge between experience and understanding — turning moments into meaning.
—-DAY OVERVIEW
A Day to Express What Lives Within Through Movement and Art
Yoga to open the vessel, mixed media art to meet you in expression, and space to express freely.
SAMPLE SCHEDULE
10-10:30 am -Opening Circle
10:30-11:45 am Yoga
12-1 pm Lunch
1-4 pm Mixed Media Art
4-5 pm Closing Circle and Group Photos
PRICING
$195 - includes all the activities, art supplies, art to take home, and lunch.
RESERVE YOUR SPOT
Ready to join us?
Fill out the form below to reserve your spot. Once submitted, I will reach out to you via text with payment details, retreat information, and a waiver. Your spot is not confirmed until payment and the signed waiver are received.
After that, the investment is $195. All retreat purchases are non-refundable. Payment of $195 is due no later than June 7th.
ABOUT YOUR FACILITATORS
Denise Taillefer- Artist and Permission Giver
IG: www.instagram.com/denisetailleferart/
Website: www.denisetaillefer.com
Melba Payan- RYT 500, YACEP