by Mindy Lighthipe | Art Destinations, Art Retreats, Costa Rica Through an Artist's Eyes, Uncategorized
Through an Artist’s Eyes: Painting the Rainforest When I returned from my first trip to Costa Rica more than 35 years ago, I knew my life had changed. I enrolled in the New York Botanical Garden’s Botanical and Natural Science Illustration Certificate...
by Mindy Lighthipe | Art Destinations, Art Retreats, Uncategorized
More Than an Art Retreat: A Creative Journey of Discovery in Portugal Have you ever felt stuck creatively? Perhaps you’ve taken classes, watched tutorials, and filled sketchbooks, yet still find yourself searching for that spark of inspiration that first...
by Mindy Lighthipe | Art Destinations
I’m excited to share that our July 2026 journey to Peru is almost full — we now have 7 travelers confirmed and only 3 spaces remaining. This trip is designed for people who want more than a typical vacation. Together we’ll experience the incredible diversity of Peru...
by Mindy Lighthipe | Art Destinations, Uncategorized
Time Is of the Essence — Join Me in Peru & Save $250 There are moments in life when you feel a clear pull—a knowing that it’s time to say yes to something meaningful. For me, travel has become that calling. Not just travel for sightseeing, but travel that opens...
by Mindy Lighthipe | Art Destinations, Uncategorized
There comes a time in life when collecting memories matters more than collecting things. For me, that time is now. Travel has become the most meaningful gift I can give myself—an opportunity to explore the world, embrace new cultures, and fill my life with...
by Mindy Lighthipe | Art Destinations, Uncategorized
Journey to Peru: An Unforgettable Adventure This past July, I had the extraordinary opportunity to travel to Peru with a wonderful group of like-minded travelers. My first introduction to Peru was back in 2017 on a scouting trip with Holbrook Travel, where I was...
