Don’t let winter keep you indoors or freezing outdoors.
Join PleinAir Magazine™ publisher Eric Rhoads for our exclusive winter “Publisher’s Invitational” Event and enjoy a week of sun, paint, and pure relaxation.
A Week Just for You
A week of warm sun and painting America’s Oldest City.
Leave your worries behind — no work, no chores, just painting. This is your chance to take a break from your everyday responsibilities and indulge in a week dedicated to you. Imagine waking up in a cozy bed, enjoying breakfast with fellow artists, and spending your days painting in beautiful, sun-drenched iconic locations of Old Town St. Augustine, Florida.
Paint historic spanish buildings, beaches, lighthouses, gardens and more.
At night, unwind with good food, music, and the company of friends, old and new. Daily, optional art displays let you share your work with others in a supportive environment.
All-Inclusive Package
Meet Your Host
Eric Rhoads is the founder and publisher of PleinAir Magazine™ and a passionate painter. He created these events to bring artists together without the pressure of shows or workshops and as a way to connect with fellow artists and enjoy the camaraderie of painting together. Eric’s warm, welcoming personality ensures that every attendee feels like part of the family.
Open to All Skill Levels
This isn’t a workshop—it’s a painting adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just getting started, everyone is welcome. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn from each other in a relaxed, supportive environment. It’s a perfect way to dive into the world of plein air painting.
Limited Spaces Available
To keep the experience intimate, attendance is capped at 100 participants. These events tend to sell out quickly, and this new winter edition will be no exception. Secure your spot today! Secure your spot today!
Eric Rhoads' New Winter Escape is the newest Publisher's Invitational Painters Retreat.
Spend a week painting with friends (we pick the spots or you can pick your own). Roll out of bed. We feed you breakfast, lunch and dinner, and we paint all day. In the evenings we sit up with friends talking art, painting portraits and singing! (Musicians welcome). Our exclusive Publisher’s Invitational events are legendary. Invitations no longer required, everyone is invited. All levels of painters. Our goal is to have fun, make friends, paint together, and escape winter for a week in Sunny Florida. Everyone attending is equal, weather famous painters or just beginners.
Sadly, to keep it intimate, we restrict attendance to 100 people. You’re invited if you’re easy going, want to have fun and bring no drama!
Join Us February 8-15, 2025
St. Augustine, Florida
Shared Accomodations: $2,997 $2,497
Private Accomodations: $3,997 $3,497
Includes: Painting event, map, registration bag, 7 nights lodging, 8 days of meals, opening and closing party
Meals: All meals are provided (no cooking or cleaning!). Please see Important Notes for special meal accommodations.
Vehicle: You’ll need a vehicle to travel to painting locations or have a friend with a car. Please plan to rent a car if you’re flying in or find ridesharing opportunities by joining the private Facebook group. You’ll be provided the link once you register for Winter Escape. This private page is a great way to get to know people, find a roommate if you need one, and make new friends before you arrive for the event.
Lodging: Attendees will be staying local to St. Augustine in either shared or private accommodations.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation today – 12/15/24 = 100% refund, less a $50 processing fee
- 12/16/24 – 1/15/25 = 50% refund, less a $50 processing fee
- 1/16/25 or after = no refund
Shared Accomodations
$2,497
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First 50 registrants save $500
Private Accomodations
$3,497
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First 50 registrants save $500