Southern California is a fun place to visit with loads of fun things to do, sights to see and places to eat. If you are visiting here during our retreat and would like some suggestions about how to spend your free time before and after your classes, here are a few of our suggestions. Horn blower Cruises – Hornblower offers a unique … Read More
What to Wear to Class
It should be delightful weather for us! The average daytime temperature in Irvine, California during the dates of our retreat is pretty stable at 78 to 80-degrees. Overnight low is 56 to 58-degrees. June is a very dry month in Southern California with only 0.1-inch of precipitation on average. Lightweight clothing during the day when out-of-doors; a light wrap or … Read More
Driving Directions
from LA from San Diego from San Francisco from Phoenix from Tucson Helpful hints from the Hilton Hotel staff
Airport Transfer Information from John Wayne Airport
If you are flying, John Wayne Airport is directly across the street from the Hilton Hotel. How handy is that! When you arrive at the airport, and after you pick up your luggage, proceed to the Ground Transportation exits (5 & 6) and cross over to the Courtesy Van pick up area. The Hilton shuttle picks up here at 15-minutes … Read More
Skill level needed to attend a Vivi Magoo retreat
Question: Hello, I stumbled upon your website through one of your instructors and was wondering if your classes are geared toward the beginner or the more advanced student. Reply: Thanks for reaching out to us at Vivi Magoo! We appreciate your interest and hope that you will consider joining us at one or another of our retreats. You asked about the … Read More
Guest Blogger….Chantal Johnson
New blog post about my wonderful day at Art on the Prairie in November. What an Incredible time- Already making plans to be there next November. read more here







