Take it a step farther, and waltz into the studio of an acclaimed artist for an afternoon, or observing a storied craftsman while he makes his art, is the perfect addition to any vacation as well as a great way to disconnect for business travelers. While your emotions are raw and vulnerable in a new city or a distant location, art is the perfect way to connect with your soul.

Using your body as a brush while expressively painting with Sumi Ink is just one of the many offerings at Sunrise Springs Spa Resort in Santa Fe © Loving the Suite Life

A unique place to tap into your artistic side is the “Body as Brush” workshop at the Sunrise Springs Resort in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Tapping into your raw emotions in a safe and trusting environment allows you to identify your unique feelings and move yourself into an positive energetic state while releasing negative vibes.

Using my body as my brush, I learned to move the brush from my hips, which connected the energy I was releasing to all points of my body as the brush moved the Sumi Ink across the paper. I was asked to pick an emotion or a feeling; I chose frustration, and then I was guided by Diane Chase, on how to incorporate my body, brush, breath, words, and vision into my painting.

The release of emotion from your body to the brush is incredible, and in a few short moments, a piece of artwork is created.

Georgio Romani invites travelers visiting Tuscany into his workshop to experience his creativeness and learn about his craft. A regular stop for those touring with KM Zero Tours, Georgio’s studio satisfies the creative thirst for travelers. ©Loving the Suite Life.

For those that don’t want to actually make art themselves or take an art class while on vacation, you can still tap into your creative side by visiting an artists studio, and seeing something, such as a beautiful cypress wooden bowl as pictured above, being made from scratch.

An artists studio provides a safe haven and a place for spiritual wellness. Watching an artist create something and their transformation during the creation will inspire anyone that is present.

Georgio Romani’s woodworking shop just outside his home in Tuscany is no exception. Getting the opportunity to watch him turn a block of wood into a gorgeous bowl or cutting board will be enough to get your creative juices flowing.

Ready to make a masterpiece. Starting with a blank space and a glass of wine, at Lauren Mantecón’s Art Alchemy, featuring a wine selection from The Wine Spot Tasting Room (Interior Routes Cabernet Sauvignon) and amazing artisinal chocolate from Cacao. © LovingTheSuiteLife.com

If you’ve inspired yourself enough to create a masterpiece while you are on the road, look for an “open studio” with a local artist to guide you. While not a typical vacation activity, the opportunity to jump into the studio of a local artist and actually work with them to create something will allow you to explore your soul and gain confidence.

In the middle of creativity flowing while creating “mixed media” art at Lauren Mantecón’s studio in Santa Fe, New Mexico. A suggested destination for those seeking to tap into their creative side from Santa Fe Selection. © LovingTheSuiteLife.com

Jumping into an “open studio” session at Lauren Mantecón’s studio in Santa Fe involves more than art, and includes a some wine, a la liquid courage to delve into your emotions, and some artisanal chocolate to boost your senses.

Lauren guides you through the two hour session and helps you to present your feelings on paper, and create a masterpiece that is unique from a variety of mediums including paint, chalk, pencil, and pastels.

Lauren Mantecón pushing for an addition to a piece of artwork at Mantecón Studio in Santa Fe, a destination for artists from Santa Fe Selection. © 2017 Loving the Suite Life

Just when you think you are done, she guides you through further exploratory, and continually creates an environment where you are safe to experiment with colors, shapes, feelings, and more.

#8 from the Bonnie & Clyde Series by Mateo Romero, a member of the Chochiti Pueblo installed at the Hilton Santa Fe Buffalo Thunder. The Buffalo Thunder Collection of Art is home to hundreds of pieces of artwork. You can also downlowd a free Geotourist App to experience the collection.© BuffaloThunderArt.com

If letting your inner emotions play out on paper is too much for you to handle, make reservations at a hotel with an art gallery inside of it. Spend some time enjoying the installments and letting the art inspire you. Many galleries, like the Buffalo Thunder Collection of Art at the Hilton Buffalo Thunder, use Geotourist, an app that allows you to self-guide yourself through their extensive art collection.

Originally published at medium.com

Author(s)

  • Kelly Richardson

    Founder, Venone Public Relations, RYT-200, PG

    Venone Public Relations

    A successful entrepreneur with roots in the Construction, Timber & Agriculture industries as well as an international guru and speaker in the beauty industry, Kelly is now focused on helping other businesses shine in the spotlight while she is at the helm of Venone Public Relations. She is a regular contributor for several print and digital publications including Thrive Global and Dermascope Magazine.