WNC Fall P.A.P.A. Artist Retreat
The PAPA group has been all over America seeking the places that the original adventure artist captured in the 1800s. Now, this Fall they are returning to the chapter from Picturesque America that inspired the entire project. Back to the French Broad to locate, capture and promote the conservation of this amazing place.
Remember, we are working to recreate the original locations and publish updated chapters of how the vantage points look 146 years later. We need contributors to the revised edition and there will be an exhibition of the unique artistic voices of Western North Carolina.
So grab your art supplies, notebook and hiking boots because you are invited to join us to enjoy a weekend of artistic exploration, re-discovery and fellowship. Artist, poets, photographers and any souls with the desire to renew their spirit and share their gifts, are welcome!
The P.A.P.A. founder Scott “Doc” Varn will be leading the retreat where we will find the special places along the French Broad River based on art from the 1800s. As creative lovers of the natural world you will have the opportunity to find out how the early adventure artists shaped the conservation movement and what can be done TODAY to continue their legacy.
There is no cost except your own food and accommodations. Donations are welcome to our organization but not required. We have reserving camp sites in Hot Springs NC, so contact us soon to reserve your spot. There are lots of other accommodations, B&Bs, etc close by if tenting it is not your thing.
November 2nd-4th Schedule
Friday:
5:00 – 11:00 Check in & Fellowship ( hot spring campsites 409 & 411 ) 315 Bridge St, Hot Springs, NC 28743
7:00 Dinner & Campfire ( Fajitas!)
9:00 Highlighted readings of Picturesque America and the French Broad chapter. Also more in depth information about the preservation through art project.
Saturday:
8:30 Meet at ArtiSun Gallery on 16 S Andrews Ave, in Hot Springs
9:00 Short hike to create Interpretations of Lovers leap Lunch
1:30 Short drive to create interpretations of Paint Rock
5:30 Fun dip in the Hot Springs- reserve your spot
7:30- until Camp dinner ( Jambalaya ! ), art, sharing & fellowship around the campfire
Sunday:
8:30 Meet at ArtiSun Gallery on 16 South Andrews Ave ( downtown Hot springs)
9:00 Hike to the top of Lovers Leap on part of the AT and get an opportunity to create from this amazing vantage point!
Lunch in town then farewells
***If you can not be there for the entire weekend please let us know your intentions so we can plan accordingly for the hot tub and breakfast and dinner headcount.***
Cell reception is very limited so planning and PRE- communication is essential.
Look forward to seeing you there!
Doc
828-273-5383
scott@preservationthroughart.org