# Event Details - **Event Name**: Rocky Mountain Winds: Whimsical Watercolor Workshop - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: Join Joy and Light Event Arts for a joyful and relaxed watercolor experience inspired by the beauty and movement of the Rocky Mountains.About this EventIn this 2-hour workshop, you’ll create your own whimsical landscape painting, capturing the feeling of wind sweeping through the mountains. This class is designed to be approachable, encouraging, and creatively freeing—perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike.Each student will complete an 8x10 watercolor painting, professionally matted to 11x14, and packaged in a crystal-clear sealed bag—ready to gift, travel with, or frame.We’ll be using high-quality, professional materials, including:• Arches 140 lb cold press watercolor paper from France• Winsor & Newton fine art paints crafted in FranceAll supplies are provided—just come ready to enjoy, explore, and create something beautiful.Quick Details🎨 Create your own 8x10 whimsical watercolor painting🖼️ Professionally matted to 11x14 in a crystal-clear sealed bag🖌️ All supplies included (premium watercolor paper + fine art paints)🌄 Rocky Mountain–inspired design, guided step-by-step👩‍🎨 All levels welcome—no experience needed🕊️ Relaxed, encouraging, and creative atmosphereYour InstructorsLori Vafiades is a professional artist and illustrator with over 40 years of experience in watercolor, acrylic, and mixed media. Her vibrant, expressive work is featured in shops throughout Colorado Springs, and her illustrated books have over 14,000 copies in print. She is known for creating a welcoming, pressure-free environment where students can relax and enjoy the creative process. Her Garden of the Gods watercolor artwork is sold in over 10 retail locations throughout the Rocky Mountain region and collected around the world.Meghan Shaver is an experienced artist and instructor with nearly three decades of guiding others in creative expression. Known for her engaging and welcoming teaching style, she brings both energy and encouragement into every class. With a background in community art, nonprofit work, and teaching students of all ages and abilities, Meghan helps people feel at ease and confident in the creative process. Her approach is supportive, accessible, and thoughtfully paced.Together, Lori Vafiades and Meghan Shaver are the co-owners of Joy and Light Event Arts, serving the Rocky Mountain region through creative classes, experiences, and event artistry.About Joy and Light Event ArtsJoy and Light Event Arts brings creativity to life through face painting, Henna, watercolor experiences, and interactive art offerings for private parties, corporate events, and community gatherings. Known for quality artistry and a warm, engaging presence, they create memorable experiences that invite people of all ages to relax, connect, and enjoy the creative process.Questions?LearnWithLoriV@gmail.comThis is a creative experience you won’t want to miss! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/b395dfd0-3a29-11f1-bd1f-f1e10f03be6f-rimg-w740-h740-dcc4dfec-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/b3d38510-3a29-11f1-9ae8-319d9eeeb8a5-rimg-w987-h740-dc7c6041-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/b418cb70-3a29-11f1-8e34-03a3d24e2476-rimg-w987-h740-dcd2c7bc-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/b4469230-3a29-11f1-bd1f-f1e10f03be6f-rimg-w740-h740-dcfdf8f2-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manitou-springs/rocky-mountain-winds-whimsical-watercolor-workshop/100001987615542593 - **Event Categories**: art, workshops, fine-arts, parties, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 49.87, max: 49.87, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Manitou Springs - **state**: CO - **country**: United States - **location**: Garden of the Gods Trading Post - **lat**: 38.8637754 - **long**: -104.892737 - **full address**: Garden of the Gods Trading Post, 324 Beckers Lane, Manitou Springs, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Rocky Mountain Winds: Whimsical Watercolor Workshop - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/fc1fb5f247c88b5a30ffc568e4c16cb39cc77ed4b864110891f2f0d64fad1722-rimg-w1200-h600-dcbdd9ec-gmir.jpg?v=1776408673 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Rocky Mountain Winds: Whimsical Watercolor Workshop being held? - **A:** Rocky Mountain Winds: Whimsical Watercolor Workshop takes place on Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Garden of the Gods Trading Post, 324 Beckers Lane, Manitou Springs, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Rocky Mountain Winds: Whimsical Watercolor Workshop? - **A:** Tickets for Rocky Mountain Winds: Whimsical Watercolor Workshop are priced at USD 50 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 50 + USD 5 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Rocky Mountain Winds: Whimsical Watercolor Workshop? - **A:** Rocky Mountain Winds: Whimsical Watercolor Workshop is organized by Sanctuary Studios. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Rocky Mountain Winds: Whimsical Watercolor Workshop is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Manitou Springs, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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