A special workshop for beginners and beyond in Watercolor Landscape Collage taught by Maureen McGarry.
Treat yourself to a couple of days of watercolor painting with a gorgeous view of the Klamath River, while enjoying delicious locally-sourced meals, in an historic inn, in the middle of Redwood National Park, and at the heart of Yurok Country. And at the same time, you are supporting an important cause.
Since the beginning of time, the Yurok people have had a village at Requa (pronounced Rek-wah). The Historic Requa Inn was built in 1914 above the shore of the Klamath River, and less than a mile from where the river meets the sea.
This workshop offers an opportunity to learn basic watercolor painting techniques, and will explore the art of watercolor collage. The workshops are taught by Humboldt County artist, Maureen McGarry. Go to https://maureenmcgarry.com/ for more information about the artist.
The event also serves as a fundraiser for “Art for the Heart,” a DreamMaker Project of the Ink People Center for the Arts, a local non-profit arts organization in Humboldt County. The project serves survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and trauma, including those experiencing homelessness. Art activities are offered to survivors in the community as self-care, promoting creative self-expression and emotional support.
Your retreat includes:
- 2 nights in a room in The Historic Requa Inn.
- All meals during the retreat (2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch)
- A presentation of the artist’s work as well as other watercolor collage examples.
- A workshop on watercolor painting techniques.
- A workshop on watercolor landscape collage
- An outdoor “plein air” watercolor landscape workshop. (Indoor workshop if poor weather.)
- All art materials needed for the workshops.
- Your artwork to take home.
Retreat Schedule
Tuesday, October 27th
4 p.m.- Check-in
6 p.m.-Dinner in the dining room
7:30 p.m.- Artist Presentation and discussion
Wednesday, October 28th
8-10 a.m.- Breakfast is served
10:30 -Noon- Intro to Watercolor painting techniques
Noon to 2 p.m.- Box lunch provided (time to explore nearby sights)
2-4 p.m.- Assemble watercolor landscape collage
4-6 p.m.- Personal time, caravan to Klamath Overlook to watch sunset.
6 p.m.- Dinner and socializing
Thursday, October 29th
8-10 a.m.- Breakfast is served
10:45- check-out of room
11 a.m.- Noon- Plein air demonstration in grassy area below Requa Inn, overlooking Klamath River (option to stay and paint, dependent on weather. May occur indoors from window view.)
Register for Workshop
Step 1- Register for Watercolor Workshop:
Go to https://www.inkpeople.org/dreammaker-data/art-for-the-heart to let us know you are planning to attend, and click on donate button.
- Pay workshop fee/donation online to The Ink People, or send a check to The Ink People, 627 3rd Street, Eureka, CA 95501 with “Fall ’26 Workshop for Art for the Heart” in memo line.
- Each participant must pay workshop fee/donation to The Ink People before booking a room.
Step 2- Make your reservation for your room (after you have registered for workshop)
Booking a room with our host is required to complete the registration. Go to bit.ly/3QIAUco to book a room.
Room fees vary according to size and guest occupancy.
- UPGRADE to a River View Room for an additional $100. For availability, email: elaine@requainn.com
- BRING A ROOMMATE for $350 + their donation to Art for the Heart. For availability, email: elaine@requainn.com
- SAVE $50 toward room reservation when you register before August 1.
What’s Not Included:
- Your $150 (minimum) donation to Art for the Heart
- Your travel to and from the Inn
- Wine, beer or other beverages purchased at the Inn
- Any other purchases you may make at the Inn
YOUR TOTAL INVESTMENT $1027
($150 payable to Ink People, and $877 payable to Requa Inn)
SAVE $50 when you register for your room before August 1.
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Travel directions
The Historic Requa in is located at 451 Requa Road in Klamath, CA 95548.
From South of Requa:
Take U.S. 101 (Redwood Highway) North, cross the Klamath River and drive 2.8 miles to Requa Road. Turn left and follow the road back toward the river. The Inn is located on the right side of the road.
From North of Requa
Take U.S. 101 (Redwood Highway) south from Trees of Mystery and drive 3.7 miles to Requa Road. Turn right and follow the road back toward the river. The Inn is located on the right side of the road.
Cancellation Policy
For room reservation cancellation, go to https://www.requainn.com/policies
For workshop cancellation, email maureen@inkpeople.org
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