Writing

Dust on the Page: Narratives of the Southwest with Irina Ruvinsky – G26010202

New Mexico has long captivated the imaginations of writers and artists, drawing them to its stark deserts, towering mesas, and vibrant cultures. This course explores the works of those who visited, lived in, and were transformed by New Mexico’s landscapes and peoples. We will study literature by D.H. Lawrence, Willa Cather, and Leslie Marmon Silko, […]

11 - 17 Jan

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Handmade Paper, Journal & Creative Writing with Chauncey Foster – G26010204

Join us for a ten-day creative workshop where curiosity and craft come alive. Together, we’ll transform discarded textiles into cold-pressed handmade paper, build unique journals, and explore new ways of telling stories through writing and art. No prior experience is needed—just a willingness to experiment and create. We’ll begin with three days of hands-on papermaking, […]

11 - 24 Jan

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Drawing Meditation Workshop: Mindful Creativity with Maureen O’Neill – G26030301

Set in the stunning landscape of the high desert, Ghost Ranch offers a beautiful and sacred space to slow down, breathe, and encounter both ourselves and the natural world around us. The Drawing Meditation Workshop is a weeklong immersive experience that combines guided meditation, breath awareness, intuitive mark-making, and slow-seeing. Through creative investigations using pastel, […]

15 - 21 Mar

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Land is Body: Held in Gravity with Brad Stoller – G26040402

Land is Body: Held in Gravity is a dynamic, exploratory workshop where we play with the foundational forces of weight, weightlessness, and self-image. Through guided experiments in gravity, support, and spontaneity, we’ll align with the true direction of gravity—a force we can trust for grounding, safety, and surprising lightness. Using classic and creative movement exercises, […]

26 Apr - 02 May

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What Our Souls Long to Say with Grace Ji-Sun Kim & William Koenig – G26060302

Writing is a sacred tool for conveying our thoughts, ideas, and stories. We may write regularly. We may have a desire to start writing or to write with deeper intentionality. We may feel called to share our writing with a wider audience. For all of us, this writing retreat offers an opportunity to explore various […]

21 - 27 Jun

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Writers Roundup: Lesley Poling-Kempes & Robin McLean – G26080301

A retreat/workshop for experienced, published writers who want to dig deeper into a book project, or explore and organize a new one, and to reconnect with the writing life while part of a community of writers at Ghost Ranch. The purpose of this focused time in the inspiring landscape and light of Ghost Ranch will […]

16 - 22 Aug

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