Our desire for this retreat is to generate a good deal of insight into the care of artists, especially in light of the fact that all four of our contributors have established long careers as mature artists. In addition, each has spent a considerable amount of time investing in younger artists.
Each will be asked to share with the group five things they wish they had been told when they first started off as artists and three practices that enable them to stay healthy as artists and as persons.
Contributors
David Taylor
A Texas native and visionary behind this retreat, David lives in Durham, North Carolina, while pursuing a Ph.D. at Duke University. Visit his blog to learn more about being an artist and a pastor.
Charlie Peacock
The Co-Founder/Executive Director of Art House America, this singer-songwriter, pianist, record producer, session musician, and author lives in Nashville, Tennessee. Find out more at charliepeacock.com.
Sandra Organ Solis
Sandra was a soloist with the Houston Ballet and its first African-American female ballerina. She left the company after fifteen seasons to work as a guest artist, independent choreographer, and become Artistic Director of Sandra Organ Dance Company (SODC), a contemporary ballet ensemble in Houston, Texas. Learn more here.
Ginger Geyer
A ceramic artist from Austin, Texas, her work is now represented by Valley House Gallery in Dallas, which hosted an exhibition of porcelains alongside the MAC show. Concurrent with artmaking, Ginger pursues writing and is preparing an online book project that blends all of her sculptures and paintings into an epic about her character “Chlora.” Click here to see more.
Musicians
Elizabeth Ann Larson
Violinist; New York, New York
Steuart Pincombe
Cellist; Oberlin, Ohio
We are pleased to welcome these two members of Credo Trio to lead us in worship. The Credo Trio was established as the ensemble-in-residence at the Credo Chamber Music Festival in 2008. The trio has performed extensively across the United States, holding performances and teaching residencies from Boston to Los Angeles. The trio’s virtuosity and flexibility allow them to engage with diverse audiences and students alike through innovative performances, workshops, and art/faith discussions. The Credo Trio has become known for their ability to form relationships through music and their passion to live this out in their personal lives as well as on the stage. Visit their site to learn more.
Registration Fees:
Standard: $330
Standard Private: $405
Premium: $405
To register, locate your specific retreat on our Schedule, click “Sign Up Now,” and follow the instructions. Please note that all rates listed are per person.
Plan to arrive at Laity Lodge anytime after 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 1. The retreat will conclude Sunday, March 4, at 11:00 a.m., followed by brunch. Click here for directions and more info on how to prepare for your visit.
