Getting Ready For My First Fluid Art Retreat
- Sweetgrass Art Studio
- May 23
- 2 min read
There’s something surreal about preparing for my very first fluid art retreat, especially because it’s Sara Taylor’s retreat.
About six years ago, I stumbled across one of Sara’s fluid art videos YouTube and completely fell in love with this world. I remember sitting there absolutely mesmerized by the movement, the color, the cells, and the way paint could somehow feel emotional and alive at the same time. I had no idea then that one day I’d actually be attending her retreat (or that she would become someone who would inspire and mentor me along the way).
But life happened in between.
My actual journey as an artist really only began about a year ago. Back then, I was painting on the floor of a spare bedroom, surrounded by paint bottles, paper towels, chaos, and trial and error experiments that mostly existed because I couldn’t stop thinking about fluid art. Somewhere between those late nights, failed pours, accidental discoveries, and tiny moments where something worked, Sweetgrass Art Studio slowly began to take shape.
Now somehow… I’m packing for a retreat with artists I admire.
Honestly? I’m excited, nervous, intimidated, and inspired all at once.
I keep thinking about finally meeting the women from Sara’s Patreon community in person. These are people who understand the weird little details that most of the world would never care about. The obsession with pigments, shimmer, palettes, cell activators, textures, movement, that one spot we can’t stand on each painting, and the excitement of watching a piece suddenly come alive. Over time, they stopped feeling like strangers on the internet and started feeling like a real creative community.
Lately I’ve been creating some of my favorite work yet. Earthy textured swipes, smoky metallic veils, airy blooms, and layered organic effects that are slowly becoming part of my signature style. Part of me feels incredibly proud of how far I’ve come. Another part of me still feels like the girl sitting on the floor hoping this next pour might finally turn out beautiful.
Maybe that’s why this retreat feels so emotional already.
It feels like stepping into a full-circle moment. A chance to learn, experiment, connect, grow, and be surrounded by people who genuinely understand this strange and beautiful obsession with fluid art.
I have a feeling this experience is going to stay with me for a very long time.
Much Love,
Heather ✌️❤️
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