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	Forwarded this email? Subscribe here for more Gayle Kabaker is a painter, writer, teacher and visual storyteller   Watch now   Portugal 2026! Monsters, nudes and more Gayle Kabaker May 2   READ IN APP   We’re SO excited to share that we’re heading back to Portugal for another Uptrek weeklong retreat — and this time, it’s going to be even more magical. Not only will it be a week filled with painting, nature, and connection, but we’re also bringing the incredible yogi, healer, and all-around goddess Chloe Ward with us! We first met Chloe when we taught in Portugal last year, and she instantly became a beloved part of our mornings with her grounding, heart-centered yoga sessions. This time, she’ll be with us for the whole week — offering morning yoga, evening Yoga Nidra or Yin sessions, and deeply healing one-on-one Reiki sessions. “Starting each day with Chloe’s yoga set me up with the space I needed to shed the baggage I came with, and get down to the art play I came for. By the second yoga session, I knew I could trust her to help me rebalance my energy. Working with Chloe provided the perfect base for the week and led to more freedom in making art. This combination resulted in magic that lasted well after the retreat. In fact, I believe I carried it with me. Thank you, Gayle, Jennifer and Chloe!” “Chloe’s positive vibe is infectious! When you’re around her, you know that she is special. It’s hard to put into words other than she is a truly unique life force that draws people to her. Yoga and meditation with Chloe is an experience not to be missed.” During one of our recent live Zooms in our Paint with Gayle and Jennifer Patreon group (see ** below for a special May offer!), the group talked about women traveling alone — how for many, coming to one of our retreats is their first time venturing out of the country solo. Understandably, this can stir up nerves for them and their families. But time after time, these women arrive and step into a safe, welcoming world of like-minded artists. A space where it’s easy to be brave, make beautiful connections, and reconnect with a creative part of themselves they may have set aside for years. Over the course of our many retreats (our upcoming Morocco trip will be our 10th!), we’ve welcomed painters of every level — women who haven’t picked up a brush in decades, or complete beginners who have never painted but have always wanted to, seasoned artists, mothers and daughters, and travelers from ages 18 to 82. (We welcome partners if they are going to paint - and had our first husband join us in Italy and it was great!) This upcoming Portugal retreat will also include a special healing experience with horses (I’ve not painted many horses - but they aren’t as hard as you think!), ample time to paint and sketch around the stunning property, delicious chef prepared vegan & vegetarian food and a glorious day trip to a castle and the beach. (my happy place :) Traveling solo has a magic of its own — opening the door to beautiful, unexpected connections and new ways of seeing the world. If this speaks to you, we’d love for you to join us. Paint in Portugal **And — a little extra for May! Our Patreon has become a sweet little art club where we gather twice a month to chat, paint, and connect. For just $12/month, you can join our live sessions (or watch the recordings anytime). And on May 8th at noon EST, we’ll be hosting a special live nude figure drawing session on Zoom — it’s a perfect time to jump in, say hi, and draw with us! Catarina will be posting for us from Portugal! check out our Patreon Come paint with us May 10 on Zoom! join here We always try many ideas before settling on what we paint for you in our workshops. Here’s an idea from yesterday. Massachusetts workshop Aug. 23 & 24. There are only 2 spots left for my workshop! MONSTERS! Drawing in a cafe with my grand daughter Mona has become one of my favorite things to do. On my last trip we drew monsters. I’m astonished how well she draws for only 4 years old and this is not just a proud grandma thing :) If you have read this far - THANK you! As always, I love hearing from you and I am happy to answer any questions about workshops, print sales, commissions and…anything else! Prints in my shop would make a great mother’s day present! Prints It’s a crazy world out there. Drawing helps. Especially drawing monsters. xox Gayle Invite your friends and earn rewards If you enjoy Paint What You Love, share it with your friends and earn rewards when they subscribe. Invite Friends   Like Comment Restack   © 2025 Gayle Kabaker 13 NORMAN RD, Ashfield MA 01330 Unsubscribe