Art is our passion and we bring together those with a desire to learn while enjoying a great art “experience”. We have brought extraordinary instructors to the Ann Arbor area to inspire varied artistic talents.

The workshops offered include: Art Quilts, Fiber Art, Encaustics, Oil Painting, Watercolor Painting, Photography, Water Media, Pastels, Color Pencils, and more.

The venues include the beautiful University of Michigan Botanical Gardens in Ann Arbor and the Stone Arch, a renovated1800's church in the quaint town of Saline MI.  The botanical gardens have 200 acres of natural beauty where you can easily escape into the art mindset. The Stone Arch includes amazing original stain glass windows and 1800's architectural details in the heart of Saline.

This is your workshop and you can customize it to your particular needs and interests. If you want to just focus on the workshop, that is great. But, if you are looking to make this more of a retreat for yourself we have added value items available for your selection. The lunch plan offers you the chance to experience some of the wonderful tastes of the area. There is also the opportunity for an evening dinner adventure downtown Ann Arbor.

We hope you will come visit us and partake in this special art workshop experience. We promise you will be enriched and it will be an unforgettable journey!

"Budding Ideas Workshops offer a great opportunity to explore a particular discipline of technique. They combine top quality instruction with a supportive and relaxed atmosphere. I would recommend them to artists at all levels of expertise"
Gretchen Jackson, Artist and Shibori Student

 Take a look at the workshops.