For inquiries about our art retreats and art school offerings, or to book a stay in one of our guest caravans, please call 416-809-5115. Join us for engaging life drawing sessions and explore your creativity with paint acrylics.
At Black River Ridge, we strive to provide an exceptional education in the arts through our art school, offering a variety of art classes PEC. Our program emphasizes fostering creativity and individual expression, with opportunities for life drawing and painting acrylics, along with immersive art retreats and unique guest caravans.
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Our experienced and accomplished faculty members at the art school are dedicated to helping students develop their skills through various activities, including life drawing and paint acrylics, as they pursue their artistic goals. Additionally, our art retreats and guest caravans provide further opportunities for creative growth.
We offer a wide range of art retreat packages designed to meet the needs of visitors and students at all levels, from introductory art school classes to advanced workshops. Our excursions also include relaxing downtime and various accommodation options, such as guest caravans, perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in activities like life drawing and learning to paint acrylics.
Join us at Art Classes PEC to learn to draw, paint acrylics, and create your own Super Hero Character. We believe that art is an essential part of the human experience, and our art school fosters creativity in everyone, whether through life drawing sessions or engaging art retreats. Plus, enjoy the comfort of our guest caravans while you
Join us at Art Classes PEC to learn to draw, paint acrylics, and create your own Super Hero Character. We believe that art is an essential part of the human experience, and our art school fosters creativity in everyone, whether through life drawing sessions or engaging art retreats. Plus, enjoy the comfort of our guest caravans while you unleash your artistic potential in a unique and supportive environment.
At Art Classes PEC, we believe that art education, including art retreats and life drawing sessions, is essential to personal growth and development. Our approach at this art school is student-centred, and we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported while learning to paint acrylics or enhance their artistic skills.
At this hilltop retreat, Rosanne teaches life drawing, offering a nurturing environment for budding artists at our art school. Both beginners and experienced artists can enjoy a restful place to leave their day behind. Drawing and painting from life will present an experience unlike any other, filled with discovery, surprise, and delight.
At this hilltop retreat, Rosanne teaches life drawing, offering a nurturing environment for budding artists at our art school. Both beginners and experienced artists can enjoy a restful place to leave their day behind. Drawing and painting from life will present an experience unlike any other, filled with discovery, surprise, and delight. With the willingness to explore colors and paint acrylics, you will uncover the magic of this creative process from our cozy guest caravans.
Join us for a transformational weekend of art retreats featuring art classes, therapy, and peaceful connection. Explore your inner self in a safe, judgement-free space as you discover the amazing benefits of life drawing and paint acrylics for healing and growth. Experience how art, nature, and nutrition can help release anxiety and stress, practice mindfulness, and process emotions while staying in our cozy guest caravans.
Black River Ridge spans one hundred and twenty acres of pure wilderness, featuring walking trails and stunning views of Lake Ontario. This charming hamlet in Prince Edward County, near Milford, is renowned for its local attractions such as Vickies Veggies, wineries, art galleries, and opportunities for river craft rentals and fishing. Additionally, it serves as an inspiring setting for art retreats and an art school where creativity flourishes.
As visitors drive along the lane-way and ascend the ridge, they are encouraged to slow down and become attuned to their environment. At this serene hilltop retreat, Rosanne teaches life drawing and the art of painting acrylics, nurturing both budding artists and seasoned creators in a tranquil space to leave their daily worries behind.
Features & Benefits
Art Skill Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Escape from your usual routine and immerse yourself in enriching art retreats. Enjoy a wonderful time exploring life drawing and different practices distinct from your own. Connect with nature and your inner self as you disconnect from the daily grind, returning home at peace and feeling rejuvenated.
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Join us for a transformational weekend filled with art classes, PLAY therapy, and a serene connection to the natural world. You and your inner child will engage in sketching, drawing, and paint acrylics, rediscovering the joy of play. As you dream on paper, various forms and figures may emerge, and you'll have the opportunity to experiment with different art materials while taking home your creations. Create in a peaceful, natural, and judgment-free environment, inspired by a beautiful still life and our talented teachers in a stunning setting.
This rustic venue, surrounded by lush woods, features guest caravans and vibrant wildflowers in the summer. Beyond the barn, you'll find two high ridge fields where lavender and baby's breath flourish, providing delightful floral subjects for your still life compositions.
Black River Ridge barn is an ideal venue for art retreats, offering a spacious open art event space with a high ceiling and six skylights. Our fully equipped art workshop stations provide the perfect environment for aspiring artists to hone their skills, whether in painting acrylics or engaging in life drawing. You’ll enjoy breathtaking inside and outside views of nature and Lake Ontario, allowing you to create art from all angles. Experience painting from the loft, where you’ll have a bird’s eye view of your surroundings. The barn’s interior showcases a variety of paintings, acrylic wall hangings, and sculptures on display. Additionally, we provide wash up stations, washrooms, and both indoor and outdoor meeting, meal, and dining areas, including guest caravans for a fully immersive experience.
Vintage RVs for a Complete Getaway
Offering unique on-site rustic accommodations, including guest caravans like the enchanting Gypsy Caravan, Black River Ridge provides an authentic retreat experience perfect for art retreats. Guests can fully immerse themselves in multi-day workshops, including life drawing and paint acrylics, without the need to commute, extending their relaxation and creative journey while enjoying the serene surroundings. Located in the heart of Prince Edward County, Ontario’s newest wine and culinary destination, it is also conveniently near golf, shopping, fishing, kayaking, craft breweries, cider makers, Sandbanks Provincial Park, and the numerous studios, galleries, and farm markets that enrich this vibrant area.
One of Black River Ridge’s guest caravans, perfect for those attending our art retreats or art school sessions. It’s budget-friendly and ideal for the not-so-fussy traveler. The unit includes a kitchen and bathroom, comfortably sleeping 2 guests. Additionally, our Terry Taurus can accommodate 4 people, while our JayCO is perfect for 2. Whether you're looking to practice life drawing or learn to paint acrylics, contact Rosanne for reservations at (416) 809-5115.