PAINTING MEMORIES
An Unforgettable Watercolor Retreat by Trupti Karjinni & Blue Pine Arts
AUGUST 22 - 26, 2025

YOUâRE INVITEDâŚ
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Join me in an intimate creative gathering in the majestic vistas of Alberta's Rocky Mountain foothills.
You and I will immerse ourselves in tranquil nature, paint together with handmade watercolors & papers, and connect deeply over epicurean delights.
This is your permission to step back from the chaos of the world, and into a time focused *only* on your creative play.
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In gently guided classes taught by Yours Truly (Yours Trupti?), learn the skills to capture your travel memories in glowing watercolor paintings.
Whether you are a beginner/ intermediate artist itching to master new skills, or a burnt-out expert artist who wants to reconnect to your creative energy, this holistic retreat is for you.
Indulge your powerful creative heart in curated creative experiences.
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What's in store for you:
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- You'll be surrounded with passionate creatives in a quiet, private property
- You'll be spoilt with gourmet food prepared by our top-notch chefs
- We'll go on hikes and learn how to take inspiring reference pictures for our artworks
- We'll luxuriate in relaxed painting workshops where you'll learn how to fearlessly paint your travel memories, and add new skills to your artist repertoire
- We'll have riverside coaching conversations, gently taking walls down and connecting in raw vulnerability
- We'll laugh, tell stories, and partake in culinary + creative delights
- Rest, revive and reconnect with your creative inspiration in the stunning landscapes of Canadian Rocky Mountain foothills and Banff.
Every part of this retreat is thoughtfully curated to offer you a transformative experience, blending creativity with nature.

You'll walk away with new art besties, a bunch of artworks & painting skills, custom Blue Pine Arts handmade art supplies, and a heart full of warm memories + inspiration.
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Need I say more? This experience was meant for YOU!
Want a peek inside?
Friday, Aug 22, 2025
DAY 1

WELCOME AND CHECK-IN
Arrive at The Crossing at Ghost River, our retreat venue, and check-in 4pm onwards.
Take time to settle-in, unpack and stroll the extensive grounds.

APERITIVO HOUR
Connect with me, Nahush and your fellow retreat artists over wine and artisanal charcuterie.
At the same time, you'll go "oooh" and "ahhh" as you go through your very own BPA gift bag filled with custom art supplies and other *surprise*Â local delights. ;)

"SANKALPA" aka INTENTION RITUAL
After an ambrosian dinner, I'll lead you through a visualization ritual where you'll set your Sankalpa, the Sanskrit word for Intention - intentions for this retreat and your creative practice as a whole.
End the night with a stroll, a nightcap, and a good night's sleep.
Saturday, Aug 23, 2025
DAY 2

HIKE & PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS
After breakfast, we will go on a leisurely hike on the retreat property. On the hike, I will teach you how to take compositionally sound reference pictures that capture the essence of your travels.
We will paint these pictures in the next day's painting classes.

PAINTING CLASS - WATERCOLOR LANDSCAPE SHORTCUTS
I'll show you my favourite, easiest and most impactful landscape techniques that help me create my signature style of expressive, atmospheric watercolor landscapes.
I'll teach you the foundational skills of observing and capturing the mood + atmosphere of your travel landscapes.
Of course there will be snacks and refreshments.
Suitable for beginner, intermediate and experienced artists.

COACHING CONVERSATIONS
After a heavenly dinner, we'll head to the Ghost River's banks on the property, and we'll have raw conversations, tell stories and connect deeply over shared vulnerability.
You are invited to ask me any questions you have about creative living, creative businesses, holistic manifestation, spirituality, anything.
I invite you to share YOUR wisdom with the rest of the retreat group.
No gatekeeping in this sacred space!
Sunday, Aug 24, 2025
DAY 3

PAINTING CLASS - MASTERING ATMOSPHERIC LANDSCAPES
We'll gather in the Pine Loft, a renovated barn, and we will paint the reference pictures from the previous day's hike. We've already begun painting our memories!
I will teach you layer-by-layer, step-by-step methods to effortlessly paint simple, yet impactful, atmospheric landscapes.
You will be following along and painting with your luxurious BPA supplies.

PAINTING CLASS - PAINTINGÂ YOUR TRAVEL MEMORIES
After an incredible lunch, you will paint landscapes from your own reference pictures from yesterday's hike.
You'll practice the skills learnt in the previous painting classes, while I walk around offering gentle critiques and improvements.
This is where you bravely implement all that you've learnt here!

CONNECTING OVER A SUNSET WALK
After yet another ambrosian dinner, we will go on a walk on the extensive retreat property, watch the sun set over the Ghost River, and talk our hearts out.
This is your time to sink deeper into rest, connect deeper with your retreat classmates and maybe become watercolor besties!
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Monday, Aug 25, 2025
DAY 4
IMPLEMENTATION - HOMEWORK PAINTING
This is your opportunity to implement everything that you learnt in the previous workshops in your own painting.
Choose whichever picture youâve taken on Day 1âs Photography Hike and paint your heart out.
I will walk around, help you and offer gentle critiques.

PLEIN AIR PAINTING DEMO
After an incredible lunch, Iâll give you an in-depth plein air painting demo to show you exactly how to remove overwhelm when painting en plein air so that you can paint on your actual travels, not just after returning from them.
This demo will round out your travel painting skills and give the confidence to paint on your next trip right away!

PHOTO SESSION & COACHING CONVERSATIONS
We'll meet that evening for a farewell dinner where we will raise a glass (or two, or three!)
This is followed by a sunset group photo session with all of us holding our new paintings.
After that, one last time, we'll walk to the riverside fire pit and spend more time having those much-needed conversations of authentic + holistic creative living.
We'll juice out as much magic, connection and joy out of this time as possible.
Tuesday, Aug 26, 2025
DAY 5

CHECKOUT
After an amazing last brekkie, it's time to pack up and checkout at 10am.
We'll have one last photo session and a warm salute until next time!
EPILOGUE
Continue your adventure!
We will add you to our special retreat IG group and give you access to all our retreat photos in a few days. We will also give you a few printed photos of our time together before you leave so that youâre always reminded of our special time together.

BONUS: NORTHERN LIGHTS
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On the last night of my 2024 retreat, the Northern Lights came out! The same thing could happen again when you're here (although no guarantees!)
If seeing the Aurora Borealis is on your bucket list, then coming to Alberta gives you the best chance (2025 has the most frequent northern lights shows).
Escape to the Canadian Rockies with Trupti for this 5-day art retreat

Gift bag with $500 worth BPA supplies
Included in your ticket price is a $500+ worth goodie bag full of custom BPA art supplies and local treats!
Dig gleefully into your gift bag to find top-of-the-line professional watercolor supplies made in our studio in India, a bottle of wine and local goodies - all hand-curated specially for you!
I know what you're thinking -Â "Holy guacamole, Trupti! This gift bag alone makes it worth coming to the retreat!"
I KNOW!!!
COUNT ME INALL ARE WELCOME HERE!
ARE YOU A BEGINNER?
Explore watercolor foundations and unlock its meditative aspect to build confidence in painting landscapes.
MORE EXPERIENCED?
Challenge yourself and uncover new ways to push your limits and express your unique style.
HAVE YOU STRAYED AWAY FROM ART?
Rediscover your passion and find a fresh rhythm, rekindling the joy of flowing with watercolors and bringing your travel landscapes to life.
Come just as you areâŚ
I'M TRUPTI, YOUR RETREAT HOST (& ARTÂ BESTIE)
I'm an artist who painted her reality into existence.
I grew up in India as a typical eldest-daughter-with-raging-ADHD.
7 years ago, I accidentally picked up my cousin's brushes and since that first whoosh of watercolor on wet paper, I haven't looked back.
Painting watercolor landscapes and florals, and reconnecting to nature through that, is the most healing thing I have ever done.
Making art and living a creative life allowed me to heal from severe childhood trauma, transform my entire life and fulfil many audacious dreams.
Sometimes I can't believe that as the Founder of Blue Pine Arts, my actual job is to make boutique handmade art supplies for passionate artists like you. What's even more fantastical is that as an educator, I get to nurture the creative community though my course, and now, retreats!
It's all rather magical.
I am a lucky, lucky girl who gets to wake up every day, live a multi-faceted creative life in my mountain town, and finally meet you in August!
WHAT OUR PAST RETREAT STUDENTS HAD TO SAYâŚ
This retreat is for you if:
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- You are excited to escape to the tranquil arms of nature to solely focus on painting, nourishing your inspiration and learning how to capture your travel memories for years to come.
- You are burnt out because you are everything to everyone. For once, you want to put yourself first, heal and deeply nurture your creative inspiration.
- You are craving genuine human connection, with your Self and other creatives just like you. You are looking for lifelong art besties and this retreat is where you'll find them!
- It's been far too long since you've traveled for *yourself* and created in the lap of nature. You are craving to get out of your headspace, reconnect with your body-mind and foray out of your comfort zone.
- The stress of the world has taken a toll, you've fallen off your creative rhythm and you just want to get back to painting prolifically!
- If you've had any desire to learn from me to paint evocative landscapes that capture the *essence* of different landscapes.
- The stunning mountains and turquoise lakes of Banff and Jasper National parks are on your bucket list. Extending a few days of your trip beyond the retreat and having your own art adventure is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED because youâre coming to one of the worldâs most beautiful places.
- Plain and simple - you are looking to be SPOILT while you play, which is exactly how we're gonna make you feel. That's a promise!

What's Included In Your Ticket
- 4 nights private accommodation at the historic 145 acres property of The Crossing at Ghost River
- 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 4 dinners made by private chefs
- $500+ worth of custom Blue Pine Arts supplies and other local delights in your very own swag bag
- 6 detailed, instructional classes with Trupti
- Plein air painting demo
- Riverside coaching and nervous system regulation sessions with Trupti
- Welcome Aperitivo
- Private single occupancy rooms (complete privacy for you, you donât need to share!)
- A stunning studio in a barn loft for our painting classes
- Access to the extensive retreat grounds, the riverbank and dipping pool of Ghost River, amenities, antique-furnished common rooms and game rooms, and communal areas during the retreat days and evenings
TRANSPORTATION
Please note that transportation to and from the retreat venue is NOT INCLUDED in your ticket price. The retreat venue is NOT super remote, and the drives are some of the most scenic in the world.
A car rental is recommended (those roadside adventures and photos are also highly recommended!)
However, if you donât drive, we'll share affordable transport options with you from Calgary, Cochrane, Canmore and Banff. There's Uber, cab services, bus service or you can even get a ride from another retreat participant who is renting a car (you'll be able to coordinate this in our private IG group.)
Don't worry - the retreat venue is very accessible! It is only an hour from Calgary International Airport, and an hour from Banff.Â
VISA AND PASSPORT - It is your responsibility to obtain a valid passport and to pay for all visas and entry documents, for meeting all health and other requirement and for any document required by laws, regulations, orders and/or requirements of the countries you will visit.
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CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
With each booking we take on a financial commitment with the retreat location that we are obliged to fulfil.
Whether you are paying in full or with our payment plans, please note that we require a USD $1320 non-refundable deposit to fulfill the above mentioned commitment.
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REFUND FOR CANCELLATION
If you need to cancel your retreat package booking for any reason, you may be eligible for a partial refund based on the following criteria:
- If you cancel BEFORE June 22nd, 2025Â (60 days before retreat start date), your deposit of USD $1320 shall be non-refundable, and only the balance youâve paid above the non-refundable deposit (whichever payment plan youâve chosen) is eligible for a refund.
- If you cancel AFTER June 22nd, 2025 and BEFORE July 22nd, 2025Â (30 days before the retreat start date), you will receive a 50% refund of the total amount paid on your payment plan.
- If you cancel AFTER July 22nd, 2025Â NO REFUNDS will be given.
- In the event that we are forced to cancel the retreat due to circumstances beyond our control, we will email you and give you a full refund.
We strongly recommend that you purchase travel and health insurance to cover any potential losses or unforeseen circumstances.
If you have any questions regarding our refund policy, please donât hesitate to contact us on [email protected]. We want to ensure that you have a positive and enjoyable experience with us.
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TRANSFER OF BOOKING
If you are unable to attend the retreat but wish to transfer your booking to another person, you may do so at no extra cost.
It will be your responsibility to find the replacement person. We can help you find a replacement person by reaching out to our waitlist, however we DO NOT GUARANTEE we will be able to find said replacement person.
In case you want to transfer your booking, please email us on [email protected] prior to doing so, latest by July 22nd, 2025.
We can help facilitate the transfer.
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BRING A NON-PARTICPATING PARTNER
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Bring a non-participating plus one for just USD $1500. This price includes food, accommodation, access to the property, and recommended non-painting activities.
Basically, the price includes everything except painting classes and the BPA gift bag.
Please note that out of this $1500, $1320 is a non-refundable deposit.
If you and your plus one are staying in the same room, we will prioritize you to get a bigger room.
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REFERRAL BONUS
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Coming to this retreat with your art bestie is highly recommended to form everlasting memories! đ
As a bonus, you and your friend will each get a $100 website cash for the Blue Pine Arts store.
Use it to buy our handmade art supplies or to enroll in any of our online courses.
Email us at [email protected] if your friend is registering too and we'll send you the website cash!
NOTE: This applies only for bringing fully participating partners, NOT non-participating plus ones.
RESERVE YOUR SEAT!
All prices are in USD. For CAD checkout, click here.
LIMITED TIME BONUS: If you sign up before Oct 12th, 2024, you get upgraded to the BPA Trupti's Signature 24 watercolor palette instead of the Signature 12 palette included in your gift bag.
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Want to bring a non-participating partner?
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Great news - you can!**
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Sign up yourself as the primary guest first. Then use this button on the right side to book your plus one.
**IMPORTANT: A non-participating partner MUST be accompanied by a fully participating student.

Early Bird Bonus
If you sign up before Oct 12th, 2024, you get upgraded to the BPA Trupti's Signature 24 watercolor palette instead of the Signature 12 palette included in your gift bag.
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COUNT ME IN~ Experience deep rejuvenation ~
~ Make plentiful art ~
~ Find your new art besties ~
~ Nurture your creative inspiration ~
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All without any disturbances or distractions. A time purely for *your* creative play.
Memories from the 2024 Retreat






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