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The Big Raven Farm Blog

Why Creative People Need Unstructured Time (And Why It's So Hard to Give Ourselves Permission)

Discover why unstructured time fuels creativity, reduces burnout, and helps ideas flourish. Learn how slowing down can reignite your creative practice.

 

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Painting Cityscapes & Everyday Joy with Marlo Graham – Joleen's Happy Time Craftcast 94

Artist and designer Marlo Graham joins Joleen on Episode 94 of Happy Time Craftcast to discuss colorful cityscapes, storytelling through art, nostalgia, and creative inspiration. Plus, Joleen shares cyanotype experiments, reverse appliqué projects, and creative ways to find joy in everyday making.

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Mixed Media Collage Retreat in Minnesota: Everyday Art, Everyday Joy

Join Joleen Emery at Big Raven Farm for a four-day mixed media collage retreat focused on everyday art, simple materials, creative connection, and the joy of making something personal.

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How Nature Changes the Way We Create: Eco-Printing, Cyanotypes, and Creative Discovery in Minnesota

Explore a nature-inspired art retreat in Minnesota featuring eco-printing, cyanotypes, creative discovery, nourishing meals, and a peaceful Driftless Region setting.

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53 Projects. One Creative Weekend: A Pick Your Projects Art Retreat in Minnesota

Choose from 53 creative projects at Big Raven Farm's Pick Your Projects Art Retreat in Minnesota. Enjoy art, homemade meals, friendship, and a relaxing weekend in the Driftless Region.

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