Join watercolor artist Kristin F. Simmons for a multi-day painting retreat on Monhegan Island, the small, car-free island off the coast of Maine that has drawn American painters for well over a century. Students spend their days painting alongside Kristin amid the island's rugged shoreline, quiet woods, and historic fishing village, guided by an artist whose own coastal Maine style grew out of years painting these same waters.
Each retreat blends daily instruction with time to paint independently, so students leave with both new technical skills and a body of work inspired by the island itself. Kristin's small-group approach means every painter, from beginner to advanced, gets individual feedback throughout the retreat.
Space on Monhegan is limited by the island itself, so these retreats fill early. Browse current dates below, or sign up for Kristin's Substack newsletter to hear about new sessions as soon as they're announced.
