POETIC
JANUARY 28 - 31, 2026 | Peoria, Arizona | ON SALE NOW!
REGISTER BEFORE JUNE 1st & SAVE $400.
THIS 4 DAYS, IN-PERSON WORKSHOP IS HELD AT CONNIE'S PRIVATE STUDIO IN PEORIA, ARIZONA.
INVITE MORE DEPTH, MAGIC, & POETRY INTO YOUR ART
Kick off 2026 with bold marks and bigger meaning — time to get your poetic groove on!
Join me, Connie Solera, in my private studio oasis in sunny Peoria, Arizona for four soul-stirring days of mixed-media mayhem, where we’ll dive heart-first into creating art that’s moody, meaningful, and dripping in raw emotion.
In POETIC, we won’t just paint — we’ll whisper, wail, and roar through our brushes. Using a delicious spread of mixed-media materials, techniques, and some delightfully unconventional methods, we’ll push past the ordinary and start making art that feels like a journal entry, a prayer, and a rebellion all rolled into one.
Together we’ll expand your mark-making vocabulary, get real cozy with your expressive side, and give voice to the things your Artist Soul has been aching to say (you know the ones).
You'll leave POETIC with a treasure trove of new ideas, juicy techniques to help you loosen up, and a body of work that oozes with mood, depth, and personal truth. This isn’t just about painting — it’s about making magic on your substrate and coming home to yourself in the process.
POETIC is for the artists who feel things deeply
— the ones who want their art to say something real,
— the ones who aren’t just here for pretty pictures, but for truth, texture, and transformation.
Whether you paint, collage, scribble, or swirl — if you’re ready to pour more you into your work and dig into the deeper meaning behind what you create, then oh honey, POETIC is your playground.
All backgrounds, styles, and creative quirks are welcomed and celebrated — this isn’t about fitting in, it’s about showing up as your full, messy, radiant self. That said, to really squeeze the juice out of this experience, I recommend having at least three years of art-making under your apron and feeling comfy enough to dive in without needing step-by-step instructions. Think of this as a guided deep dive, not a beginner's floatie session.
HERE'S WHAT OTHER PAINTERS HAVE TO SAY...
POETIC was a safe place to paint and express our vision. Given the relaxing environment I personally was able to grasp concepts about my artists journey I had failed to previously. ~ Karla M.
I would absolutely recommend POETIC to anyone seeking to create art in a space full of love, support, laughter and community. Working in Connie's studio was an intimate setting, and I would be remiss not to mention the delicious meals and snacks made by Hansel. ~ Alisa G.
I would recommend POETIC to artists who are looking for a way to put some new energy and verve into their practice. This workshop is a great way to press pause, reflect on where they are and where they want to go and dive right in. Along with her signature magic, Connie provided an excellent jumping-off point and a framework to keep us focussed and engaged. POETIC was exactly what I was looking for to begin my year - just the right balance of mystery and time to roll about my sleeves and play. ~ Sabine M.
POETIC is a creative experience like no other. Beginning with inspiration gathering through prompts and a visit to the art museum, Connie took us through the creative process to express what is important to each of us individually. I highly recommend this to any artist who is ready to look deeper into their own creativity and bond with other artists at the same time. ~ PJ
The most valuable part of POETIC, for me, was being able to share my work with others and being more comfortable with my process - owning it as my own. ~ Amber
At POETIC, Connie facilitates an experience for her students to find their way through a unique journey using their artistic intuition to create an integrated "poetic" narrative that expresses emotion through imagery, mark making, color, style, and composition. ~ Sharla H.
DISCOVER THE DEEPER MEANING BEHIND THE MARKS YOU MAKE
IMPORTANT DETAILS
STUDIO IS EASY TO GET TO - LOADS OF NEARBY LODGING AVAILABLE.
My private studio, where POETIC is held, is located in Peoria, Arizona which is a 30 minute drive northwest of Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX) and a 5 minute drive from the P83 Sports Complex that has loads of hotels and restaurants available. The exact address of my studio and hotel recommendations will be sent to you upon registration.
JOIN ME IN MY PERSONAL STUDIO AS WE PAINT, DRAW, PAINT, REPEAT.
WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE...
- Four days of in-person workshop instruction, support, and tons of individualized mentoring and one-on-one guidance from Connie Solera.
- Transportation to and from Connie's Studio to the Phoenix Art Museum.
- Admission to the Phoenix Art Museum plus Connie's guided tour of select galleries.
- An intimate glimpse into Connie Solera's creative process and tour of her personal studio.
- All supplies and substrates.
- Four delicious lunches, coffee, and tea.
- A collectible POETIC apron.
- Advice on travel plans before or after the trip if desired.
- Loads of fun surprises and hand-picked goodies from Connie.
- An opportunity to create art within a supportive circle of kindreds.
NOT INCLUDED...
- Travel and lodging.
- Breakfast and dinner. (Dinner at Connie's favorite restaurant on Wednesday night is NOT included.)
- Paint brushes and a few minor art supplies for sketching are not included. A supply list will be emailed to you after registering.
ALLERGY ALERT
Please note that I share my studio with one super cute dog
named Rocket and his two hipster feline brothers: Bowie and Max.
POETIC SCHEDULE
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2026
9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Introductions & Welcome, Workshop, Lunch, Workshop
2:30 - 3:30 PM
BREAK
3:30 - 7:00 PM
Meet back at the studio. Field trip to the Phoenix Art Museum
7:00 PM
Dinner at Connie's favorite Phoenix restaurant.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 29, 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Workshop, Lunch, Workshop
FRIDAY, JANUARY 30, 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Workshop, Lunch, Workshop
SATURDAY, JANUARY 31, 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Workshop, Lunch, Visions.
PURCHASE POETIC
January 28-31, 2026 | Peoria, Arizona | ON SALE NOW!
REGISTER BEFORE JUNE 1st & SAVE $400.
DISCOUNT PRICE: $1598
ON JUNE 1ST THE PRICE GOES UP TO $1998
A $750 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit holds your golden ticket. The rest of your balance ($848) is due on/by October 31st — no ghosting allowed, even if it is Halloween.
Before You Register...
Take a moment to read the important info below —
it’s all the good-to-know stuff that keeps everything running smoothly.
Submitting your deposit means you're saying a big ol’ YES to the
terms and policies listed below — like a classy, no-going-back handshake.
If you need to cancel we will offer your space to our waitlist and the public. If your space is purchased we will refund your registration payment(s) minus a $250 cancellation fee. We can NOT guarantee that your space will sell. You also have the option to sell your space at a discounted price. If you choose to do so, you will be responsible to organize payment with the buyer.