Explore the World with Judy!
During an Artistic Artifacts Travel Creative Retreat with Judy Gula, enjoy a vacation filled with art classes, tours, wonderful cuisine and more! Explore exciting international destinations as you learn new creative techniques, witness handcrafted products being manufactured in behind the scene visits to local factories and studios, partake in private tours of local historic sites, museums — and so much more! Stay connected via our newsletter for the latest news on all special events!
- 2026 Dates are released and can be booked now: Textile Journey of Indonesia in June and Ischia di Castro in Northern Italy in September — learn more below.
- Domestically, save the date for the 2026 edition of our Creative Minds Summit, (April 17, 18 and 19, 2026) an exclusive mixed media retreat at our shop in Alexandria, VA. Stay tuned for instructor announcements soon!
June 1-15: Textile Journey of Indonesia
Escape to the enchanting land of Indonesia, where cultural wonders and natural beauty intertwine. In addition to the intricate art of Batik and Ikat Indonesia is also home to a wide variety of other traditional textiles, such as songket, tenun, and tapis, all made using different techniques and materials and each with their own unique beauty. Visit traditional textile villages, meet the artisans who make these textiles, and learn about the history and significance of these textiles.
Encompassing Jakarta, Yogyakarta, Bali and Ubud, book your dream getaway with Aahilya Holidays and create unforgettable memories in this tropical paradise. Visit www.aahilyaholidays.com for more information and bookings.
Arranged through Aahilya Holidays, you will enjoy the following — and more!
Highlights of this tour include
- Hands-on workshops: batik printing, natural dyeing and puppet making
- Visit to traditional weavers as well as famous temples and textile museums
- Shopping excursions to purchase authentic, handmade Indonesian textiles
Visit Aahilya Holidays to join Judy on this exciting adventure!
September 5-13: Italy Creative Retreat — Creating a Sense of Place
Judy will return to Ischia di Castro in Northern Italy in 2026 on September 5–13 — mark your calendars and start planning! We have a dedicated studio space in town, fully stocked for your fiber and mixed media adventure. All art supplies are provided for your morning classes, and afternoons you’ll explore historical and art-filled towns and venues. Download an example itinerary of the weeklong tour »
Artistic Artifacts works with Lewis Gautieri of Italian Cultural Tours to bring this one of a kind trip to you. Contact Lewis with questions. and to let him know you are interested in our 2026 trip! You may also call Italian Cultural Tours: US (202) 246-3570 or IT (+39) 340 869 3991. “This trip of a lifetime has limited space and we would love to have you join us! Enjoy living like (and amongst) a local. Participate in local customs, food, wine other regional delights while enjoying your own apartment or BNB in the center of Ischia di Castro, a Medieval village from the 1500's.” Lewis shares. “Participate in Judy's custom designed workshop, incorporating the local flavor into your project and enjoy guided tours of some of the most authentic Medieval villages on the planet. You will be well cared for from the beginning to the end, creating memories of a lifetime — several guests have enjoyed the trip more than once!”
Ischia di Castro, located approximately 55 miles (90 kilometers) northwest of Rome in the northernmost area of Lazio. Rich in history, it is strategically located to many fascinating cities, historic archaeological sites such as the ancient Etruscan city of Castro, and bodies of water. Lewis Gautieri offers you assistance and personalized attention and is happy to assist you with flight recommendations, customized tours, spouse activities, extended stay options and more.
Above, Sacro Bosco di Bomarzo (translates to Sacred Grove or Sacred Wood and is known as The Park of the Monsters), located near the town of the same name, Bomarzo, in the province of Viterbo. This is a popular tour during our Italian Creative Retreat!
Panorama photograph by Shadow Fixing - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, Link
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