Art

This workshop is for all levels. Demonstration and instruction will be given at the beginning of each day. We will alternate between working outdoors in nature and indoors in the studio. Lectures and critiques will be offered in the evening. Students will compose paintings in the tradition of O’Keeffe, as well as female painters working […] ...

Ghost Ranch’s Teen Venture is a 5-day immersive experience that combines creative arts with outdoor adventure. Participants will engage in papermaking, fiber arts, and journal creation, alongside activities like hiking, kayaking, and camping. Key features include hands-on art workshops, exploration of the natural landscape, teamwork in collaborative projects, and opportunities for personal reflection through expression. […] ...

Join us for a hands-on journey into the world of stained glass, taught by Michelle, a third-generation stained glass artist with 25 years of experience. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some prior knowledge, this class is the perfect opportunity to dive in and refresh your skills. By the end of the course, you’ll […] ...

This workshop is for all levels. Demonstration and instruction will be given at the beginning of each day. We will alternate between working outdoors in nature and indoors in the studio. Lectures and critiques will be offered in the evening. Students will compose paintings in the tradition of O’Keeffe, as well as female painters working […] ...

Want to learn to quilt or know how and want to spend time building your skills and sewing with friends, all the while surrounded by glorious southwest scenery? I heard you say YES – Perfect – you will have several fun simple quilt patterns to choose from to make a 50” x 60” throw sized […] ...

Bring your love of storytelling and a sense of adventure. Do you have a children’s book idea floating around in your head that you’ve never quite gotten down on paper? We’ll grow that seed of an idea and with the help of the class, we’ll create a full-fledged picture book script. Perhaps you’ve dabbled in […] ...

In this week long workshop, students learn several techniques in printmaking along with the Coptic stitch in bookmaking to create one of a kind books. Participants will have time to fill handmade books with pieces of nature from outside through learning relief printmaking and monotype printmaking, using a small Speedball press. The mornings will be […] ...

This is an immersive five-day watercolor course designed to elevate your landscape painting skills. With five hours of daily instruction split between morning and afternoon sessions, you’ll engage in a mix of demonstrations, hands-on exercises, and plenty of time for painting—both in the studio and outdoors, en plein air. Group discussions and one-on-one feedback create […] ...

Life is good when you are surrounded by the beauty and opportunities at Ghost Ranch. Explore the land, hike, glide on a kayak, canoe or paddleboard on Abiquiu Lake. Navigate what you love, create art, write, or draw and create a new playlist of your favorite music with friends. There are choices and invitations to […] ...

This is a fun introduction to painting the landscape with watercolors that will start at the very beginning. There is no need to have any prior art experience whatsoever, but if you have taken watercolor classes beforehand, you are welcome to join the class. We will learn various ways to create the many textures we […] ...

Come paint the glorious landscapes of Ghost Ranch up close and in person. Through both demonstration and individual instruction you will be guided through a process that will allow you to capture the rich colors of the mesas, sunsets and O’Keeffe’s red hills. Learn how to paint in your own style for creative expression. You […] ...

It may be summer, but it’s never too early to plan your gifts for Christmas. Family and friends will appreciate receiving things that you have made for them, especially when the gift is a bright and beautiful piece of jewelry or an ornament made from specially fused glass. Slump a candy dish or make a […] ...