PROGRAMS
Workshops and retreats at Ghost Ranch go beyond traditional learning. They offer a chance to dig deeper, connect meaningfully, and explore new perspectives in a place where curiosity and courage thrive.
Our programs span a wide range of topics, all rooted in our mission to nurture the human spirit and mind, discover the sacred, and care for creation. Here, you can engage with the fine arts, develop a creative practice, explore the natural sciences, and gain a more profound insight into yourself and the world around you. Each summer, we also offer unique, low-cost programs for children, teens, and families.
Program registration and lodging may be secured online. If you require further assistance with registration, feel welcome to contact us at reservations@ghostranch.org or 505.685.1000.
If tuition is a barrier to attending, you may apply for a scholarship by submitting this form at least one month before the program start date. Please note: those who have received a scholarship in the past are not eligible for another.
To help us best support our summer programs, July overnight stays are available only to guests registered for a program. Any lodging reservations not tied to a program may be cancelled.
January 2026
Connecting Eyes, Heart, Hand 2026 with Natasha Isenhour – G26010101
If you are interested in being a part of this workshop, please reach out to Natasha Isenhour before registering…Natasha Isenhour at natashaisenhour@gmail.com This is a three-week intensive painting workshop, where we will practice intuitive and artistic techniques combining what you observe with your emotional response and follow it up by expressing it with your hand. […]
Experience Southwest Silversmithing with Jamie Halpern, Patte Ranney, Steve LaRance and Brandon Ruppert – G26010102
Experience Southwest Silversmithing is a three-week immersive course in how to make southwest-style silver and stone jewelry, including an introduction to the history of Southwest jewelry-making and its role in the culture and economy of the Southwest. This class is for beginners and experienced silversmiths. Students will learn a variety of silversmith techniques, including sawing […]
Adult Service Corps with Juergen Zirnstein and Laura McGee – G26010205
Please call Prescilla Tafoya at (505) 685-1019 to register for this workshop. We are excited that you are considering Adult Service Corps (ASC) for Jan Term 2026! ASC is an opportunity to help Ghost Ranch with both our labor and spirit. If this is your first time in the Corps, please know that you have […]
Drawing from Nature & Culture: Stones, Bones, Pods & Pots with Helen Byers – G26010201
Join Helen Byers in this exciting course devoted to realistic drawing! Helen’s detailed demonstrations and personalized instruction will guide participants with techniques in 3 media: graphite, ink, and charcoal. Subjects will include an inspiring array of specimens including rocks, shells, fossils, plants (seedpods, cones, twigs), and animal bones, as well as cultural artifacts from the […]
From Grief to Joy with Angela Williams Gorrell – G26010203
When you’ve been through deep loss, burnout, or heartbreak, joy can feel impossibly far away. This retreat offers a gentle, soul-centered space to rest, reflect, and begin to feel again, without pressure to be “okay.” Whether you’re grieving someone or something, navigating a hard season, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, this retreat is a […]
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, […]
Drawing wtih Stitches with Robin Przybysz – G26010301
Stitches are inherently associated with mending and healing, physically and metaphorically. They can symbolize resilience and the act of overcoming damage or trauma. Stitches bring separate elements together, fostering a sense of cohesion and togetherness. They can be used to chronicle emotions, memories, or experiences, offering a unique form of storytelling. The presence of stitches […]
Finding Joy with Watercolor with Sean Hudson – G26010302
Finding Joy with Watercolor introduces the expressive possibilities of painting the landscape while learning essential skills to cultivate confidence and intuition. Together we will explore fundamentals techniques: composition, value, color theory, and atmospheric perspective, while also celebrating watercolor’s spontaneity and unpredictability. Through guided lessons, en plein air studies, and imaginative projects, you will discover how […]
Adult Service Corps with Juergen Zirnstein and Keith Hutchison – G26010303
Please call Prescilla Tafoya at (505) 685-1019 to register for this workshop. We are excited that you are considering Adult Service Corps (ASC) for Jan Term 2026! ASC is an opportunity to help Ghost Ranch with both our labor and spirit. If this is your first time in the Corps, please know that you have […]
Navigating Paths of Change with Jeannie Bowman – G26010401
Change is inevitable in everyone’s life journey, some transitions more difficult than others. Navigating through those paths of change is the focus of this 5-day workshop. By telling our stories of the past and difficult paths, recognizing in-between stages, and looking toward the future, we will learn to implement practical and useful strategies for coping […]
Calm to the Core with Traci Saor – G26010403
Is your soul exhausted? Is the life you’re living keeping you from the life you want? The world’s compulsion to hurry is antithetical to peace, detrimental to mindfulness, and a diversion from things that bring us joy and soul-fulfillment. Perhaps there’s a better way… Based on the book The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, we will […]
Reiki I & II Class: Energy Balance with Laurie Magoon – G26010402
Reiki is a Japanese energy healing technique that offers relaxation, soothes pain, reduces anxiety, and facilitates healing. Practitioners channel life force energy through their hands to support physical, emotional, and spiritual well being. It is non-invasive, gentle and often used alongside conventional healing to enhance healing and overall wellness. Reiki I includes:-The history of Reiki-Learn […]
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