Kristen Robinson

Unpacking

Photography by Raina Hubartt

While everything is packed and I am ready to go to Art Camp I have had a sudden change of plans. The Little Man is quite ill. With My Love out of the country the decision to stay with my sick little guy was an easy one. I would be lying if I told you Kristen the Artist does not want so badly to jump in the car to start what is sure to be an amazing adventure (one I am in need of these days). However, Kristen the Mommy, my most important role in life next to being a Wife needs to be with her baby as he struggles with a very bad infection; truly I would have it no other way!

It seems interesting to me that in the beginning of planning all of this I was even unsure I would be able to stay for the entire time but with a bit of rescheduling and finagling things worked out. While I have a great dislike of cancelling anything  I cannot help but feel that these things happen for a reason;  perhaps it is a gentle reminder to me to soak in all the moments I can, refocus a bit and remember that work should not come first as I have a bad habit of doing often. And although this decision would have been a  lot different if I had been scheduled to teach at this event, I remain a firm believer that in the hard moments good is born, clarity is out before us and we find a new outlook. 

I send happy and best wishes to Terri and the entire Campers may the weekend be full of beauty, creativity and much joy.

 

Packing for Art Camp - And a Special Offer from Ms. Terri Herself

Off to camp I go - Art Camp that is! I truly cannot wait as not only will I be traveling with two darling friends but meeting up with friends not seen for some time. 

With this preparation comes exciting news; as you know I am teaching at Art Camp in April of 2012 and drum roll please....I will be returning with my dear friend Ruth to teach again in October of 2012. The ever so generous and wonderful Terri is offering a Camp special $100 off registration however you must register by October 10th to take advantage of the offer (and it does not apply to any student receiving any other discount). 

To enroll visit the Fall 2012 Camp Site here. I hope you will join Ruth, Terri and myself for an amazing weekend of creativity!

Off to Art Camp - April 19th - 22nd 2012

My memories of camp are at times larger than life. From bear hunts and long hikes to sleeping in a tent for the very first time (after a sing along amongst the stars), I remember each minute with clarity and frankly a deep fondness.

Fast forward to the present and I find myself absolutely filled with excitement once again about camp. This time it just happens to be Art Camp hosted by the delightful and very talented Terri Brush. While I adored crawling into a warm sleeping bag and lying in a very well worn tent, this experience will be much different to say the least; camp will be full of luxury and pampered moments (complete with a masseuse) much like the Ritz of camping if you will. I am thrilled to be teaching at Terri's Art Camp on the oh so charming Oregon Coast next Spring. Three full days classes taught by myself and Terri, amazing food (all homemade), camp fires, and fun with friends has me restless for Spring to arrive. The only pacifier is perhaps the fact I will traveling to the Terri's October event for a sneak peek of the delights that await me.

It is my fervent hope that you will be able to join me for this wonderful and amazing experience as the coast is quite close to Portland International Airport as well as major highways. To learn more and register for this event visit the camp site.