Winter Escape: A Plein Air Adventure
Escape to the Warm Sun for a Week of Plein Air Painting with Eric Rhoads
Join PleinAir Magazine™ Publisher Eric Rhoads
February 6-13, 2026 • Hilton Head, SC & Savannah, GA
Escape Winter and Come to the Warm Sun for a Week of Plein Air Painting
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 inspiration and painting in the Lowcountry’s most picturesque settings.
Leave your daily routine behind—no deadlines, no distractions, just painting. This is your opportunity to immerse yourself in a week dedicated entirely to your creativity.
Picture waking up to the salty breeze of the Atlantic, enjoying breakfast with fellow artists, and spending your days painting the charming streets of Savannah, GA, and the serene coastal landscapes of Hilton Head, SC.
Capture the essence of historic squares, moss-draped oaks, sunlit marshlands, and sandy shorelines.
Evenings are for relaxation—delicious Southern cuisine, lively conversation, and time to reflect on your work. Daily, optional art displays allow you to share your progress and connect with others in a welcoming and supportive setting.
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 South Carolina & Georgia.
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 6-13, 2026
Hilton Head, South Carolina & Savannah, Georgia
Shared Accomodations: $3,997 $2,997
Private Accomodations: $4,997 $3,997
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 Hilton Head in either shared or private accommodations at Beach House, Hilton Head Island.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation today – 08/31/25 = 100% refund, less a $50 processing fee
- 09/01/25 – 10/31/25 = 50% refund, less a $50 processing fee
- 11/01/25 or after = no refund