Surrounded by the dramatic landscapes of the Southern Alps, this intimate three-night retreat offers a rare opportunity to slow down, reconnect creatively, and immerse yourself in one of New Zealand's most inspiring and memorable settings.
About the retreat:
Join NZ Master Pastelist Julie Greig for a warm, supportave, and deeply encouraging workshop, suitable for beginners and experienced pastel artists alike.
Julie's teaching has a strong focus on seeing colour, simplifying shape, understanding light, and developing your own personal response to the landscape.
This is a fully hosted, all-inclusive retreat designed to nourish creativity and provide genuine connection, comfort, and inspiration. Guests will stay in our cosy Guest Quarters, enjoy hearty high-country hospitality prepared by our station chef, and spend their days painting amongst sweeping mountain vistas alongside a small group of like-minded creatives.
What’s included:
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3 nights’ accommodation in our cosy Guest Quarters
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All meals fully catered — fresh, hearty high-country cuisine
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Mt White Station welcome gift pack including T-shirt, honey, A5 sketchbook, and pencils
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Guided 4WD station tour across our 40,000ha property
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Pastel selection inspired by the Mt White landscape to take home
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Half sheet of Art Spectrum Colourfix paper
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Use of artist easels and tables
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Cardboard folder for transporting finished artwork
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Painting demonstrations and one-on-one guidance from Julie Greig
This retreat is perfect for artists who wish to:
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Learn from one of NZ’s most highly regarded pastel artists
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Create in the heart of a remote, working high country station
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Explore their creative process in a relaxed, supported setting
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Enjoy delicious food, warm hospitality, and time to reflect
Limited to 7 spaces per retreat only.
Contact us to book.
Guest Feedback:
(When responding to a question of what they enjoyed the most)
"I was very concerned about the cost initially as a pension has to take a hit BUT it was worth every single cent. It was something that I will remember for a long time. The generosity of the people employed there is simply amazing given that we are intruding on a working farm. No one thing stands out as it was all just wonderful. I felt very loved thank you team." - Leslie O.
"The place, the hospitality , the company and the challenge Julie gave me during the 2 days. I have never painted such a big painting for a start ,so overcame all sorts of challenges. The place, the hospitality , the company and the challenge Julie gave me during the 2 days. I have never painted such a big painting for a start ,so overcame all sorts of challenges." - Tina N.
"Loved the community feel of the whole three days. Going out in the 4 WD within an hour of arrival. We were in conversation with each other immediately." - Janice P.
