Summary

Painting and drawing course at Marienstatt Monastery. Living creativity in the monastic tradition. Finally some time to paint in peace. Whether in the studio or in the enchanting natural surroundings, refresh what you have already learned and deepen your drawing and painting skills. Have fun being creative in an appreciative studio atmosphere. Beginners are very welcome.

The retreat at a glance

The most important facts in a nutshell:

Categories: Creative Retreats, Drawing, Painting, Mindfulness, Self-discovery, Silence Retreats, Monastery Retreats, Detox Retreats
Date: 2026-07-05 - 2026-07-09
Language(s): German
Place: Streithausen, Germany
Accommodation: not included
Catering: Full board
Services: Studio rental, course fee

Full board

Overnight stay in single room/WC shower

Overnight stay in a shared bathroom

Accommodation

€ 895.-- Course fee, monastery stay (accommodation in single room, shower/WC, full board), studio rental, retreat vacation fee.

Simple single room with shower/WC in the monastery gatehouse, beautiful baroque and medicinal plant garden. An ideal place to paint and draw outside. We use the Anna Chapel as our studio, a modern unseated chapel that provides us with plenty of space and light for intensive work. The baroque monastery garden was reconstructed from 2010 to 2011 based on old drawings. The clear paths, the restrained planting and the central fountain reflect the Cistercian striving for simplicity. With its many benches, the garden invites visitors to paint, draw, relax and enjoy the outdoors.

Catering

Simple monastery cuisine.
Meatless meals on Wednesday and Friday. Vegetarian and vegan dishes possible, please specify when registering.

The Marienstatter Brauhaus brewery right next to the monastery serves freshly tapped home-brewed beer and hearty dishes from regional cuisine.

sequence

Every day there will be small exercises and some theory lessons on portraits, perspective, composition and colors. You will work on your own ideas, templates and concepts, and I will provide you with individual support in all artistic matters. All techniques are possible, you must bring your own materials. Beginners are very welcome.
As a graphic designer, trainer and coach, I teach creative work to people of all ages in groups of 5 to 25 participants. As an artist, I work on commissions, tenders and exhibitions.

Arrival

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, 57629 Streithausen, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany

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I spent a wonderful time of relaxation and inspiration at the Marienstatt monastery. A wonderful place for a small or even large time out. The painting seminar exceeded my expectations and the meetings with the most diverse people was a real treasure and blessing.

Sandra Wessels

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Cancellation policy

Full refund up to 90 days before arrival.
After this, the booking is non-refundable.

All additional bookings/services/wishes are not included in the course fee
and must be paid directly to the monastery.

Cancellation fees
Administration fee for course rebooking, cancellation EUR 35, thereafter
from the 90th day before the start of the course - 30
from the 30th day before the start of the seminar - 50
from the 10th day before the start of the seminar (date of arrival) - 100