Offering HeART and SoulCollage® workshops to inspire your creative spirit | | Artwork: Santiam Canyon Fire 2020 by GG | |
Greetings!
As I write this there are over thirty large active wildfires burning in the state of Oregon and 1.6 million acres have already burned. In many places the air carries the bitter scent of smoke and sunsets are a brilliant splash of red and orange. Forests that have stood quietly for generations are disappearing in a matter of hours. Wildlife flees in confusion, firefighters push themselves beyond exhaustion, and a familiar sadness settles in my heart. I feel a grief that is difficult to name. I mourn what has already been lost and the uncertainty of what a recent thunder and lightening storm may bring.
The hardest thing for me about the raging fires is that there is nothing I can do but grieve and pray. The second hardest thing for me is that our human footprint on Mother Earth is a big part of the cause.
As a balm for my broken heart, a friend recently sent me this beautiful prayer (the author is unknown):
Do not forget that the ashes falling from the sky are all that remains of the pine and grass and thistle and bear and coyote and deer and mouse that could not escape.
Scoop some up in a sacred manner. Take it to your altar. Offer prayers for these beings. Honor their death. Pray for life. Call in rain.
Remind Fire that it is full, has gobbled enough, and can rest.
May all beings be safe.
May all beings be loved.
May all beings be remembered.
May all beings be mourned.
The Earth will no doubt survive and thrive after the fires. New green growth will cover the ground. Wildflowers will pop up. Life will be resored to the burned land. But it will take hundreds of years to replace those forests, if ever.
With a fire of sadness and loss burning in my heart, I will keep tending the small flames that heal instead of harm—kindness, gratitude, creativity, and hope. May we all become caretakers of the Earth and faithful witnesses to Her remarkable ability to begin again.
gg
Art Doula and Creative Guide
| | Artist Highlight Feature from the Down to Earth Studio | | The artist highlight feature will return in September. | | Art and SoulCollage® Gatherings in the Down to Earth Studio | | Gelli Plate Printing Extravaganza | | |
Just because it's so much fun!
I taught Gelli Plate printing at the FOBA conference in July and was reminded how much fun it is to play with monoprinting on silicone plates in the company of other artists. We shared ideas and inspired one another to try all kinds of new experimental techniques -- not the least of which involves playdoh -- yes, PLAYDOH!
So, I've decided to offer a Gelli Plate printing class in my studio this fall. Come and join me for a monoprinting extravaganza!
Saturday October 3, 2026
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
GG's Down to Earth Studio, Salem, OR
You'll go home with a beautiful collection of prints. What do you do with them? Gelli prints are a beautiful collection of visual ingredients. Like a painter's palette or a basket of fabrics, they become the raw material for countless creative projects. Use them for collage, mixed media, books and journals, cards and paper crafts, home decor, nature-inspired projects, gifts, creative play, group activities -- the possibilities are almost endless!
$85.00 All materials provided.
Or, bring all your own supplies and only pay a $25 studio fee.
Email GG to register.
| Autumn Alchemy: An Eco-Dyeing Workshop | | |
Eco-dyeing is a practice of slowing down, paying attention, and collaborating with the living world. Each bundle unfolds as a one-of-a-kind expression of the season, an invitation to wonder, curiosity, and letting go of expectations.
Saturday and Sunday, November 7 - 8, 2026
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
GG's Down to Earth Studio, Salem, OR
As autumn paints the landscape with rich color and abundance, we’ll gather the season’s leaves, flowers, bark, and other botanical treasures to discover the magic they hold. Over two immersive days, you’ll learn the art of eco-dyeing as we bundle, steam, and reveal the beautiful prints and natural pigments hidden within plants. We’ll experiment with paper, silk, and wool, embracing the surprises that emerge as nature becomes our creative partner.
Whether you’re new to eco-dyeing or returning to deepen your practice, you’ll leave with a collection of naturally dyed papers and textiles, new techniques, and a renewed appreciation for the artistry that unfolds when we create in partnership with the earth.
$285.00. All materials provided.
Register with GG here
| | SoulCollage® at the Down to Earth Studio | | |
GG's Down to Earth Studio
240 Bush Street S., Salem, OR
GG's cell: 503.990.0278
Kim Buller and I will continue to team up to offer a series of SoulCollage® gatherings for the Fall 2026 season, 3rd Fridays and Saturdays. Check back for session topics.
Give yourself the gifts of creativity and community. Come join us for a potentially life-changing experience in the safety of the Down to Earth Studio and in the company of kindred spirits.
Email GG to be added to the lists.
Friday morning sessions: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Friday afternoon sessions: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
Saturday morning sessions 9:30 am to 1:00 pm.
This fall we are offering a series of four gatherings which build on one another but can also be stand-alone classes. The series is based on the book, The Four Fold Way, Walking the Paths of the Warrior, Healer, Visionary and Teacher, by Angeles Arrien.
September 11 & 12, 2026 (Note: This is the 2nd Friday, not 3rd, due to a conflict with the Breitenbush retreat)
Facilitators: 9/11 AM - GG; PM - Kim. 9/12 AM - GG
Theme: The WARRIOR - Showing up and choosing to pay attention. The power of presence.
October 16 & 17, 2026
Facilitators: 10/16 AM - Kim; PM - GG. 10/17 AM - Kim
Theme: The HEALER - Paying attention to what has heart and meaning. The power of love.
November 20 & 21, 2026
Facilitators: 11/20 AM - GG; PM - Kim. 11/21 AM - GG
Theme: The VISIONARY - Speaking your truth without blame or judgment. The power of authenticity.
December 18 & 19, 2026
Facilitators: 12/18 AM - Kim; PM - GG. 12/19 AM - Kim.
Theme: The TEACHER - Being open to outcome; not attached to outcome. The power of wisdom.
Sliding scale fee for SoulCollage® sessions is $35 to $55. You can pay by Zelle (glendaanne@msn.com), Venmo (@Glenda-Goodrich), or mail a check to GG at 240 Bush Street S., Salem, OR 97302.
You will need to pay in advance to reserve your spot. Thank you!
Cancellation policy: Full refund 7 or more days in advance, or if I can fill your spot.
Email GG to reserve your spot at any of these gatherings, or to get on the waiting list for sessions that are full.
| | Upcoming Art Retreats with GG | | |
Courting the Muse: Intuitive Creativity Retreat
June 10 - 14, 2027
"Truly inspirational in all ways..." Anne S.
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Tipi Village Retreats
Marcola, Oregon
June 10 - 14, 2027
GG and Dayna Collins
Imagine spending five days nestled in the sanctuary of a rich green forest next to a babbling brook, sleeping in a cozy bed, being pampered with gourmet food, playing with paint and collage, and renewing that spontaneous, juicy, creative, soulful part of yourself. It’s all yours to enjoy in a community of kindred spirits.
GG and Dayna will be your midwives clearing the way for you to step out of what you think is true about your creative self, and step into an environment where you feel free to birth whatever wants to be expressed.
Through a series of experimental exercises with paint, paper, and written and spoken words, you will explore a variety of techniques designed to bypass creative blocks and connect deeply with your personal serendipitous muse. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting to explore your creative potential, this workshop offers a supportive environment where you can freely experiment, awaken the subconscious, discover new creative pathways, build creative muscle, and develop a more profound connection with your mysterious and creative Self.
The Tipi Village Retreat center is a haven away from the ordinary. Located in the Mohawk Valley near Eugene/Oregon, it is the perfect location to step out of daily life for four days and step into a place where you are held by majestic trees and nourishing waters. Meander along the trails, nap in the shade, soak in the hot tub, or dip in the swimming hole, this place is intimate and magical – truly one of Oregon’s hidden emerald gems. Bring your swimsuit and dive in!
Registration will open up in January 2027.
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Creative Arts Eliot Art Camp
Dynamic Mixed Media Collage
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August 8 - 12, 2026
Seabeck Conference Center, Seabeck, WA
Once again I'll be teaching my Dynamic Mixed Media Collage class at Creative Arts Eliot. In this combination workshop we explore true mixed media by combining paper collage, painting, stenciling, and Posca pens to reveal "windows" of collaged delight.
Learn more and register here.
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Breitenbush SoulCollage ® Retreat
“The Return of Grace: Reclaiming the Sacred Feminine”
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Friday evening September 18th through noon on Monday the 21st, 2026
Join us for a soulful retreat at the serene and healing grounds of Breitenbush Hot Springs: “The Return of Grace: Reclaiming the Sacred Feminine” SoulCollage® Retreat
Autumn + Sacred Feminine + Healing
In the golden hush of autumn, we mirror the Earth — letting go of what no longer serves, composting old identities, and preparing the inner soil for new life. Through SoulCollage®, council, ritual, reflection, and rest, we gather to remember the Sacred Feminine as she lives within and around us — the part of us that knows how to soften, receive, and heal.
Equinox invites us to balance the feminine and masculine energies within self and culture, doing our part to heal the wounds of overdrive, competition, and depletion through receptivity, intuition, and care. Guided by archetypes of the Sacred Feminine, we’ll explore the path to allowing the feminine to rise again, radiant and whole.
This retreat is full. Contact Breitenbush to get on the waiting list.
| | Solo Passage Book and Oracle Card Deck | |
Solo Passage Book and
Oracle of the Sacred Path Card Deck
are both available on my website here.
Solo Passage Book: In this series of interwoven stories, GG chronicles her path toward healing through wilderness quests in the Pacific Northwest and Central California. Thorugh her connection to nature, she rediscovers the importance of self-esteem, forgiveness, acceptance, and standing in her own truth.
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Solo Passage Oracle Deck:
Birthed from the rhythms of the Earth and the whispers of the unseen, and graced by GG's original artwork and photography, this 65-card deck is a companion for wilderness questers, threshold walkers, and seekers of truth. Each card holds a question—a doorway to a theme, an archetype, or a symbol meant to speak directly to your Soul.
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The Art Doula Is In
Are you curious about what it means to work with the Art Doula? Contact me for a free 30-minute consultation to see if art mentoring can take you to the next level in your creative life.
Here's a comment from recent client:
"I love how you think . . . and how you put questions to me. It's like there's gold at the bottom of the bucket and you are stirring the pot!"
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The Art Doula is here for you!
Come and discover, explore, and birth your unique creativity.
I am here to help you explore, discover, and birth more of your unique creativity. I'd so love to work with you to help your creative life blossom. Contact me for a free 30-minute preliminary consult.
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