Lucinda Law
Lucinda Law
 

Don’t Miss this Rare & Exclusive Art and Nature Travel Experience

3D 2N Edible Flowers Art Retreat

Chiang Mai, Thailand

26-28 June 2024 | 17-19 July 2024 | 21-23 Aug 2024

We can’t get enough of this UNESCO city of craft and folkarts, excellent Lanna cuisine and most of all, the abundance of seasonal blooms such as the vibrant curcumas, hedyciums (Butterfly lilies), beehive gingers which only blooms during the rainy season. 

Do not worry if this will affect the retreat programme since during the wet season, it typically rains lightly only in the afternoon when our painting workshop will take place. During the three creative workshops, you’ll have a chance to learn how to create flora studies and paintings using watercolour based on the exciting flora muses we will discover and encounter during our flower market and botanical garden visit. 

Enjoy rare access to the famous highlands botanical garden, painting workshops of seasonal blooms at a Thai-Euro garden setting with 1000 year old olive trees at the montane forest and a bohemian cafe within the cultural city.

Join Lucinda Law and a small group of like-minded travel companions to experience this inspirational city where you will enjoy plenty of creative inspiration, cultural discovery and rejuvenation time in nature. 

Bookings are now open. Choose your travel dates and email us to book now.

Space is limited to 8 retreat attendees. We have already received confirmed bookings from guests for 26-28 June. Secure you seat now.

RETREAT FEES

Early-bird fees ends 5 May 2024 : SGD $1588

Retreat fees from 6 May 2024 : SGD $1855

* Retreat fees per pax excludes flights and hotel. Enquire for the retreat itinerary and details of inclusions

 
 
 

You’ll have a chance to experience… 

 

Soak in the garden estate of The Ironwood, with its Euro-Thai influence, modern rustic charm and bohemian elegance.

Art Expression

You will create a travel journal filled with your personal reflections and documentation of unforgettable and delightful nature encounters with seasonal plants using watercolour, and watercolour pencils. 


Nature Connection

Learn about the rich diversity of plants found in this region and discover some of their ethnobotanical uses. During the guided walk at Queen Sirikit Botanical Garden (QSBG), Lucinda will share stories from her botanical expeditions here. We will observe, document, draw and paint the flora muses we discover in the garden. QSBG is a botanical adventure not to be missed as it rests on a mountainous landscape and exploration to its various gardens is only accessible by car.  

Cultural Discovery

We will visit a local gallery to view the textiles exhibition and discover the artisanal and bohemian charm of Chiang Mai’s folk art and crafts. 

Culinary Appreciation

Your taste buds are in for a treat as we explore Chiang Mai’s Lanna cuisine and favourites such as Khao soi, Miang Kham, and more Northern Thai local specialities. We will have a chance to enjoy organic Damascus Rose Tea and rare butterfly lily tea while we paint. 

Wellbeing 

The leisurely-paced itinerary leaves room for relaxation and rest to integrate your daily discovery and exciting experiences of nature. You can also schedule spa sessions during me-time or after dinner if you wish since Chiang Mai has plenty of spa options. 

 
 

Retreat Itinerary

DAY 1

| Flight: Singapore to Chiang Mai
| Welcome Lunch
| Flower Market Visit
| Workshop 1
| Me-Time
| Dinner

DAY 2

| Breakfast
| Botanic Garden Visit
| Lunch
| Workshop 2 at The Ironwood
| Me-Time
| Dinner

DAY 3

| Breakfast
| Gallery visit
| Lunch
| Workshop 3
| Me-Time
| Farewell DInner

Safe journey for your extension of stay or back home

 

FAQ

    • SGD $1588 for one retreat attendee. Early-bird fees ends on 5 May 2024

    • SGD $1855 for one retreat attendee from 6 May 2024

  • What is included for Retreat Attendee:

    • 3 excursions: Exclusive guided walk at Flower Market, Queen Sirikit Botanical Gardens and Gallery Visit.

    • 3 botanical watercolor painting workshops led by Lucinda Law

    • Special workshop materials

    • Shared meals as described in the itinerary (2 lunches and 3 dinners)

    • Entrance fees and guided walk into Queen Sirikit Botanical Gardens

    • Transfer from the airport to hotel

    • Transport from excursions to workshop venues

    • A wonderful small group of nature lovers and art enthusiasts travel companions

  • What is NOT included in the retreat fees

    • Transportation and flights to and from Chiang Mai

    • Transfer from hotel to the airport. Grab Car services is easily available to the airport. SGD$15-20 for 15 min car ride from the hotel to airport.

    • Hotel accommodations

    • Personal expenses

    • All expenses arising from your extension of stay pre- or post-retreat

    • An art material list will be sent to you or you can purchase from our store.

    • Additional meals and drinks outside of retreat offerings such as alcoholic beverages

    • Gratuities for local staff, restaurants, hotels, drivers and trip organisers if you wish

    • Passport and visa fees, if applicable

    • Mandatory travel insurance

  • Flights & Your Personal Transfer

    If you are coming from Singapore, book a direct flight to Chiang Mai via Scoot.

    A driver will pick up guests from the airport to your hotel – this transfer service is only available for Guests if you are coming from Singapore.

    Stay

    We will send you the name of the hotel to book. We do not earn any affiliated fees or commissions from your hotel bookings. If you wish to stay at a hotel of your own choice, you will be responsible for making travel arrangement to meet us at pick up point to depart for the excursions.

    Transfer

    Transfer from the airport to your hotel is available on Day 1. All daily excursions are included. For after dinner and other times, You’ll pay for your own Grab cars which are easily available and accessible within the town and to the airport. It takes about 15 mins from the airport to the old town.

    Valid Passport, Travel Insurance and Visa

    Please email a copy of your passport and travel insurance to us once you’ve confirmed your booking at the retreat.

  • Booking Process

    1. Check your flight availability.

    2. Email us to receive the Guest’s Contractual Agreement & Guest’s Registration Form. Read and email us the signed copy of the agreement and completed form.

    3. Secure your placement with the full payment of the retreat fees. Mode of payment will be sent to you.

    4. Book your accommodation directly at the recommended list of hotels.

  • This retreat is designed for all levels of art practice. Most of our guests are beginners who have attended at least one of our art workshops. While you’ll be primarily creating from nature muses, you’re also welcome and encouraged to document what you observed and discover during our cultural and culinary adventures in your travel journal.

  • Yes, you will need to bring your own art materials. I have prepared a material list for you to get the basic art materials. If you like, you can opt to purchase the Art Set that we have specially curated for this retreat.

  • Lucinda will share her address book of bookmarked restaurants, hotels, shopping spots, spas and more in Chiang Mai.

  • Tropical humid weather with rain typically lasting 2-3 hours. Weather patterns can be unpredictable. We have alternative plans if the rains prevent us from visiting the gardens.

  • Your favourite outfits for lovely pictures at the retreat. Aim to have city sneakers or other footwear which are water-tolerant. We’ll send you a list of items to pack.

  • 18 years and above.

  • It is important you acknowledge the Non-Refundable policy before booking.

    In the event of a cancellation by the Guest which occurs 0 to 14 business day/s prior to the commencement date of the retreat, the Guest will pay one hundred percent (100%) cancellation charge of the total amount.

    In the event of a cancellation by guests which occurs between the time of acceptance of this Agreement and 15 business days prior to arrival, guests will charge fifty percent (50%) cancellation charge from the total amount.

  • The minimum size of the group is 3 and the maximum size is 8.

  • Contact us at studio@lucindalaw.co for the itinerary.