Welcome to STUDIO ELEVEN! Your Creative Adventure Begins Here

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The excitement is building, and STUDIO ELEVEN is just around the corner! Our team is busy putting the finishing touches on every detail so your week with us is as enjoyable, inspiring, and stress-free as possible. Over the next several weeks, you’ll receive a series of emails filled with helpful information, tips, reminders, and answers to many of the questions … Read More

Your STUDIO ELEVEN Guide to the Week

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We’re so excited to bring you this fabulous retreat! One of the questions we hear most often from first-time students is… “How will I know where to go?” The answer is simple… We’ve got you covered! Attached you’ll find your handy reference guides for everything you’ll need throughout the week. Think of it as your road map to a wonderful … Read More

Finding Your Way to STUDIO ELEVEN

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Whether you’re driving across Arizona or making the journey from another state, we’re looking forward to welcoming you to Phoenix! To make your trip as smooth as possible, we’ve put together helpful driving directions, airport information, and navigation tips to guide you every step of the way. Find your best route to the Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort and start … Read More

Stay with Us at the Beautiful Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort

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STUDIO ELEVEN is proud to call the beautiful Hilton Phoenix Tapatio Cliffs Resort our home for the week. Nestled against one of Phoenix’s picturesque mountain preserves (yes… Arizona really does have mountains!), this iconic all-suite resort offers a peaceful desert setting, beautiful views, wonderful restaurants, pools, walking paths, and all the comforts of a true resort getaway. We’ve negotiated a … Read More

Shipping Your Tools & Supplies

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Each STUDIO ELEVEN instructor has a unique teaching style, so supply needs vary from class to class. <click here to be redirected to class descriptions> ___________________________________ Some instructors provide nearly everything you’ll need to complete your project, while others ask students to bring their own favorite tools and a few basic supplies. Most in structors will supply a class kit … Read More

STUDIO ELEVEN FAQ

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Where do I find my class supply lists? One of the questions we hear most often is: “I’m coming to STUDIO ELEVEN! Where do I find my class supply lists and what do I need to bring?” We’re so glad you asked—and we’re excited you’ll be joining us! The supply list for each class is located right on the STUDIO ELEVEN page … Read More

STUDIO ELEVEN by Vivi Magoo

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STUDIO ELEVEN by Vivi Magoo create. connect. belong. ____________________________ New Creative Experience Begins A six-day mixed-media + jewelry retreat designed to expand your creativity, your skills, and your circle. Since 2011, Vivi Magoo has been built on something more than classes. It’s been about connection. About creativity. About finding your people. ____________________________ What began as a jewelry-making retreat has grown … Read More

Jenny Doh

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Jenny Doh is a working artist and arts educator. She loves to acrylic-paint a style she calls “Represental Abstract.” Her process starts by first building layers of maximal colors then referencing a photo of a subject that gets sketched, value-painted, then colored.   She emphasizes a three-step approach for each stroke which is to: Deliberate, Decide, and Deliver.   Jenny … Read More

Welcome to STUDIO ELEVEN 2026

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Since 2011, Vivi Magoo has been bringing together artists, makers, and creatives from across the country for immersive, joy-filled retreats rooted in connection, craftsmanship, and community. What began as a jewelry-making retreat has grown into something truly special—a creative family. One that supports one another, learns together, and yes… knows how to have a whole lot of fun along the way. Over … Read More

An Exclusive Gift from a Valued Friend of Vivi Magoo

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Hello Vivi Magooers, One of the things we treasure most about the Vivi Magoo community is the circle of artists, makers, and small businesses who have grown alongside us over the years—people who truly believe in creative education, craftsmanship, and showing up for one another. Today, we’re especially excited to celebrate one of those longtime friends and share a meaningful … Read More