Gather & Bloom
Where creativity meets connection.
Local Workshops
Gather & Bloom
A floral-inspired art experience designed for connection, creativity, and meaningful time together.
Gather & Bloom is an intimate, in-home workshop experience where art and atmosphere come together. Created for small groups, these gatherings invite you to slow down, share a table, and create something beautiful. Surrounded by thoughtful details and a sense of ease.
Hosted in the comfort of your home or chosen space, each workshop is designed to feel warm, welcoming, and intentionally unhurried.
The Experience
Each Gather & Bloom workshop is a guided mixed media session, designed for all skill levels.
Together, we explore:
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Loose, expressive florals and nature-inspired elements
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Color, movement, and intuitive mark-making
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A thoughtfully designed painting rooted in beauty and memory
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A calm, connected atmosphere where creativity can unfold naturally
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This experience is less about perfection and more about presence—creating space to gather, reflect, and enjoy the process.
Gather Around the Table
Hosts are invited to make the experience their own.
You’re welcome to include:
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A simple brunch
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A shared meal
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Light bites, wine, or desserts
Whether gathered around your dining table, outdoors in the garden, or in a cozy studio space, Gather & Bloom is designed to feel like a beautiful, shared moment.
Perfect for:
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Intentional gatherings with friends
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Birthdays or celebrations
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Creative afternoons
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Small group retreats
Workshop Options:
Gather & Bloom — Studio Experience
A thoughtfully guided painting workshop with all materials provided.
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$135 per guest
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8–12 guests
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All art materials included
Gather & Bloom — Botanical Experience (New)
A plant-inspired painting experience rooted in nature and creativity.
This workshop invites guests to paint loose, expressive studies of plants and succulents capturing their soft shapes, natural movement, and organic beauty. Each guest will leave with artwork and a small succulent.
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$155
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8–12 guests
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Small succulents for inspiration
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All art materials included
Gather & Bloom — Floral Experience
Our signature offering.
This elevated experience includes fresh, seasonal florals styled for your gathering bringing an added layer of beauty and inspiration to your workshop. Each guest will leave with artwork and a bundle of fresh flowers.
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$165 per guest
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8–12 guests
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Fresh florals for styling and inspiration
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All art materials included
Details & Booking
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$700 deposit required to reserve your date
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Remaining balance due two weeks prior to your workshop
Travel:
Workshops within 20 miles of Muncie, Indiana are included
Locations beyond 20 miles (within a 50-mile radius) include a $200 travel fee
Begin Planning
If you’re ready to gather your people and create something meaningful together, I would love to help you bring your Gather & Bloom experience to life.
Reach out to begin planning your workshop.
Note from Maria
As the artist, I look forward to creating a workshop that feels thoughtful, welcoming, and meaningful for you and your guests. Something you’ll remember long after the paint has dried. It’s my hope that your time together feels not only creative, but restful and meaningful as well.
Discover, Play, & Grow in person
Maria
Retreat Workshops
Planning a Retreat?
If you’re hosting a retreat or curating a meaningful gathering and feel drawn to include a creative experience, I would love to be a part of it.
Gather & Bloom workshops can be thoughtfully adapted for retreat settings offering a quiet, intentional space for guests to create, reflect, and connect. Each experience is designed to complement the rhythm of your retreat, adding a layer of beauty, creativity, and shared presence.
Workshops are especially well-suited for:
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Women’s retreats
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Creative retreats
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Wellness and slow-living gatherings
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Faith-based retreats
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Small, intimate group experiences
I am available for travel both within Indiana and beyond. Travel details and workshop offerings can be customized to fit your location and vision.