Many of our students have asked us to help streamline the process of gathering supplies for classes, and we have come up with a way we think will work for you. IF THERE IS SOMETHING YOU WILL NEED FOR CLASS – A NEW TOOL, SOME SHEET METAL, WIRE, SOLDER, ETC. Mario and his crew at SJ Jewelry Supply in Phoenix … Read More
Supplies and Tools
Many of our students have asked us to help streamline the process of gathering supplies for class, and we have come up with a way we think will work for you. If there are any tools, supplies, etc. you need/want to purchase, we have an idea and hopefully a solution to gathering them that will work for you. Mario and … Read More
Metals Week Hotel Recommendations
Thanks for your patience while I researched hotel possibilities. I traveled around and have identified several options – all of which are affordable at single or double occupancy. If you are driving, all of them will be within a twenty-minute drive of the jewelry studio and they are also found in close proximity to our Phoenix metropolitan light rail, allowing … Read More
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
Maps and Legends to Instructor’s Classrooms
Most of our Desert classes are contained on the Terrace Level of the hotel; however, there are two that are upstairs on the Mezzanine Level. Here’s a map for you to follow during the week. Save the map on your phone – and print out a hard copy of it to keep with you too. We will have maps available … Read More
Relax.Unwind.Connect.
Vivi Magoo Gatherings 5 pm until 7 pm Nightly Vivi Magoo Terrace no-host bar We know you’ll be pooped at the end of the day. Honestly – we are too! We all deserve a bit of R-&-R! Don’t you want a chance to put your feet up and schmooze with your Vivi Magoo sisters-and-brothers-in-crime! There will be lots to do … Read More
Class Supplies
I’m coming to Danny’s EPIC ADVENTURES – 2021 and need a supply list that includes to what to bring. Thanks for your help. I’m really excited! Hi – so good to hear from you! Class supplies lists are located on the website – part of each class description. Scroll down the page to find the supplies lists. Still can’t find … Read More
Welcome to Danny’s EPIC ADVENTURES – Spring 2021!
Hi EPIC ADVENTURES students! We are getting really excited about our upcoming retreat next week! Erin and Barb are working diligently to put the finishing touches on everything. We’re going to begin emailing you with updates and information that we hope will be beneficial to you. Our experience is that students become a bit anxious about what to expect when … 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
Supplies and Tools
Many of our students have asked us to help streamline the process of gathering supplies for class, and we have come up with a way we think will work for you. If there are any tools, supplies, etc. you need to purchase, we have an idea and hopefully a solution to gathering them that will work for you. Mario and … Read More