HERE’S SOMETHING WE RECOMMEND One item we highly recommend packing is a small portable LED task light. A rechargeable or battery-operated light can make a tremendous difference, helping reduce eye strain and making it easier to see fine details, read instructions, and enjoy your creative time. Many lights fold flat for travel, take up very little room in your suitcase, … Read More
How do I get to the hotel?
FLYING If you’re flying into Tucson, you can pick up an Uber or Lyft at the airport, and they will get you safely to the Westin La Paloma in no time. It’s as simple as downloading an app, and you’ll be set up to request a ride in minutes. We use them all the time, and they are safe, less … Read More
Grab these last-minute seats!
THE DESERT 2025 As of today, January 15th, these are classes with limited seating. If you see any you want, grab them quickly before they’re gone! February 6, 2025 Alex Boyd and Baleigh Acebo – DEMO: The alchemy of Gold April Bower – Sticks and Stones Danny Wade – “World Famous! Stamping Class!” Shannon Bundschuh – Dogwood Earrings Shannon Bundschuh … Read More
Not sure where to find a list of supplies you need to bring to class?
#Q – I’m coming to The Desert and need a supply list that includes to what to bring. Thanks for your help. I’m really excited! #A – Hi – so good to hear from you! Class supplies lists are located on our website – part of each class description. Click on the class for which you are registered, and scroll … Read More
Welcome to The Desert 2025
We are getting really excited about our upcoming retreat next month! We’re working diligently to put the finishing touches on everything to make it perfect for you. We’ll be emailing you – sometimes daily – over the next several weeks with updates and information that we hope will be beneficial. Our experience is that students become a bit anxious about … Read More
Weather Forecast during our retreat
Tucson weather ranges from daily highs of 70(ish) to overnight lows of 45 degrees. The extended forecast during our retreat looks beautiful! Picture Perfect! Here’s what Accu-Weather says about Tucson’s weather during our stay – It’s Chamber of Commerce perfect! Our classrooms are generally well-controlled, but that’s not to say it may appear a bit warm or somewhat chilly to … Read More
Did you know you can ship your tools and supplies ahead of time to the hotel?
Some of our instructors have everything you need to create your project in their classes; others require you to bring your own tools and supplies. Read through each of your class descriptions and pay extra attention to the category titled, “Student Supplies.” Those are the items you will be responsible for bringing to that instructor’s class. <click here to be … Read More
Weather Forecast during our retreat
Tucson weather ranges from daily highs of 70(ish) to overnight lows of 45 degrees. The extended forecast during our retreat looks beautiful! Picture Perfect! Here’s what Accu-Weather says about Tucson’s weather during our stay – It’s Chamber of Commerce perfect! Our classrooms are generally well-controlled, but that’s not to say it may appear a bit warm or somewhat chilly to … Read More
Health & Safety Information from La Paloma
We thought you may like to save this information from La Paloma about health and safety measures they are taking to help protect everyone while on their property. Practices & Protocols for Maintaining Cleanliness Health and Safety Emergency Information
Fond memories of The Desert 2022 and looking forward with excitement
Thank you so much! THE DESERT 2022 We hope you enjoyed yourself in Tucson – growing as an artist – deepening friendships with your art sisters and brothers – and learning a thing or two about yourself along the way. After taking a year off due to Covid, we were anxious to return, but a little hesitant as well. What … Read More
