batch 1 — bir, himachal pradesh · three images
Batch 1 · October 2023
Bir, Himachal Pradesh
Our very first gathering — a small circle of painters, mountain light, and the wild flora of the Bir valley.
atmospheric workshop photograph — participants painting in a forest clearing, morning light, Himalayan backdrop
Immersive botanical watercolour retreats
Flow with Florals
Paint slowly. See deeply. Six unhurried days among the native flora of the Himalayas.
workshop photograph — a beginner's first wash, morning walk among wildflowers
Open to all — no experience needed
Connect with Self
This is the beginning. A six-day immersive retreat where you slow down, reconnect with nature, and discover watercolour as a meditative practice. Morning walks identifying native flora. Long painting sessions. Evening light. No pressure, no outcomes — just presence.
What's included
- All Princeton Brush Co. art supplies
- Maimeri Blu watercolours & Arches papers
- Vegetarian breakfast and lunch, daily
- Twin-sharing accommodation
In partnership with
Princeton Brush Co.
USA · Supplies
Maimeri Blu
Italy · Watercolours
Arches Papers
France · Paper
From past batches
past batch — outdoor session
past batch — flora walk
past batch — evening light
workshop photograph — a detailed botanical study in progress, fine brushwork
For alumni of Connect with Self only
Rooted in Detail
You've slowed down. Now go deeper. This retreat is for those who have completed Connect with Self and want to push their botanical illustration into finer detail, more complex compositions, and a personal artistic language.
What's included
- All Princeton Brush Co. art supplies
- Maimeri Blu watercolours & Arches papers
- Vegetarian breakfast and lunch, daily
- Twin-sharing accommodation
Haven't done Connect with Self yet? Start there →
Where we've painted together
Past workshops.
batch 2 — the jungalow, bir · three images
Batch 2 · 24–30 March 2024
The Jungalow, Bir
Thirteen participants spent a week painting native botanicals — a deeply meditative, unhurried retreat.
Questions, honestly answered
Before you join.
Sayo has previously run Flow with Florals online and the experience was deeply meaningful. Whether it returns depends on how well it can preserve the meditative quality of the in-person retreat. If you're interested in an online edition, let us know — your interest genuinely shapes this decision.
Yes. Connect with Self is designed for complete beginners. No prior experience is needed — only a willingness to slow down and look closely.
Nothing. Everything is provided by our partners — Princeton brushes, Maimeri Blu watercolours, and Arches papers are all included. Just bring yourself.
[ Cancellation policy to be added by Manasi ]
Intimate groups of twelve to fifteen. Small enough that everyone is seen, and the room stays quiet.
Express interest
Tell us you'd like to paint with us.
Prefer a quick conversation?
Reach out directly on WhatsApp and Manasi will get back to you personally.
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