What people are saying...
Instructors
March 2017
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"When Meagan Burns learned that I was headed to San Miguel de Allende for some sketching and inspiration, she lost no time getting in touch and arranging for me to teach my “Sketching the Energy of Places” workshop there. Working with Meagan was a true pleasure; she led the marketing (which was top shelf), recruited and registered participants, and arranged the logistics beautifully, down to the last detail, leaving me to focus fully on content and teaching. The workshop participants were fantastic, up for anything, with a group dynamic that made teaching easy and fun. The workshop venues Meagan arranged were perfect for our needs; even the weather was spectacular (thanks Meagan).
Meagan’s energy, professional and enthusiasm played a huge role in making this a great experience. As I told her at the time, it’s a pleasure to work with the A team.” James Richards, Artist, Instructor, Designer, Traveler, Urban Sketcher |
Sketching the Cows of Cañada de la Virgen
August 2017
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What a delightful weekend… well planned, relaxing, good company, visually exciting, memorable; I always look forward to your trips and catching up on what a happy adventure your life is. Many thanks for all the care and effort you put into this weekend. I enjoyed it immensely.
Lorie Topinka, San Miguel de Allende |
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Meagan is a pro at organizing the most unique, interesting and fun sketching adventures. We spent two nights and three days eating delicious traditional organic meals that Meagan planned, sketching not only cows and adorable calves but also the gorgeous ranch scenery. Meagan attends to every detail with taste and aplomb - making her art adventure absolutely perfect - and so much fun!
Patty McBratney, San Miguel de Allende |
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Thanks Meagan for an outing that was amazing in all ways; educational, artistic, cultural, and gastronomical! It was great to relax and sketch with a wonderful group of artists in such an awe inspiring setting. Every part of this wonderful trip went off without a hitch due to your thoughtful planning and delightful exuberance. Thank you again. I look forward to traveling with Art Leap Adventures in the future.
Lynn O'Brien, San Francisco, CA |
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This was a totally relaxing weekend, in such a beautiful place! It was so good to get out of the city and be in bountiful nature. Meagan as usual had perfectly planned all the details, while leaving space for unexpected pleasures. The accommodations were comfortable, the food was fresh and delicious, and the spots which Meagan had chosen for us to sketch were exquisite and inspiring. The company was also great. So was the horseback ride (though I'll want a pillow next time!). I can hardly wait for the next Art Leap Adventure!
Judy Plummer San Miguel de Allende |
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Mexico City Art Immersion
March 2017
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What a fun time in Mexico City and all made possible by you!! I so appreciate your planning and organizational skills that resulted in a “taste” of Mexico City that was diverse, safe and fun. Your high energy, flexibility, good humor and sense of adventure made the trip a good experience for a diverse group of travelers. Some highlights for me were the exhibit at Belles Artes, the Diego Rivera murals, and the time with the Urban Sketchers of Mexico. It worked for me to have time to plan for my own interests and I found the various museums that I visited, usually with Judy, worth the effort. The hotel was a good choice as were all the restaurants. Well done!
Lorie Topinka, San Miguel de Allende |
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Elizabeth Blair, San Miguel de Allende |
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Our Art Immersion tour of Mexico City was wonderful. We stayed in a small, lovely hotel located just blocks from the Cathedral, Zocalo, Palacio National and Templo Mayor, so we were close to everything. We visited a variety of sites and restaurants, so we got a nice feel for what the Centro district offered, and saw places, like Mercado San Juan, that most tourists never see. Even as an American speaking little Spanish I was comfortable the entire time, so an Art Leap Adventures tour group makes it easy to travel as a single woman.
Amy Atkinson, Las Vegas, NV |
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This was my second trip with Art Leap Adventures, and It always exceeds my expectations. Meagan is a great organizer and tour leader, flexible, plus just fun to be with. I'm looking forward to my next Art Leap Adventure!
Dixie Woods Smith, San Miguel de Allende |
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I enjoyed the tour very much. It was certainly an immersion, and I saw things I would have missed if by myself. It was fun to be with a group of like-minded people, and Meagan was a great tour leader with a wonderful sense of things to do and see, and she took care to keep us informed of changes in the schedule, etc.
Judy Plummer, San Miguel de Allende |
Sketching the Magic of Patzcuaro with Susan Dorf
October 2016
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Absolutely loved it! Just the right blend of tips and tricks with lots of wonderful food, fellowship, Patzcuaro sights with a charming hotel and most importantly inspiration! Great group to share sketching time with and Susan and Meagan were the best!
Gina Gibson, currently lives on a boat in the Pacific Ocean |
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It was a fantastic experience. The level of instruction was perfect and well adapted to each participant. Accommodations were outstanding with superb service. Each aspect of the workshop was well organized, but allowed for flexibility as well. Thank you for an amazing time.
Mary Jacobs, Patzcuaro |
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I enjoyed very much the Patzcuaro sketching trip. Meagan Burns was a superb organizer and we lacked for nothing--we had good food, a great hotel, a wonderful trip on Lake Patzcuaro, and just the right amount of teaching from Susan Dorf and enough time for sharing our work. I would follow Meagan anywhere!
Judy Plummer, San Miguel de Allende |
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For a person who loves to sketch, this workshop was absolutely the perfect venue for an unlimited variety of sketching options (people, colonial buildings, lake, mountains, traditional festivities, lovely patios and plazas, etc). Instruction was on-going, both at the hotel and on-site. The camaraderie was supportive and lighthearted. I had loads of fun while honing my skills. My opinion is that it was a perfect sketching workshop.
Patty McBratney, San Miguel de Allende |
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Sketching in Patzcuaro with a wonderfully supportive and engaged group was a delight. Susan provided a lot of information and guidance, our one-on-one moments were particularly helpful. Everyone was positive and enthusiastic. Also, the Casa Encantada was extremely friendly, comfortable and lovely. All in all, it was a very special time and I hope to do it again.
Laurie Richards, San Miguel de Allende |
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The trip to Patzcuaro was the perfect workshop! I was impressed with the level of organization by Meagan Burns, which made the venture so easy, and also the artistic guidance by Susan Dorf. The lodging was beautiful, the restaurants researched, all I had to do was paint with my wonderful fellow travelers. I'm looking forward to future trips with Art Leap Adventures!
Dixie Woods Smith, San Miguel de Allende |
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The Patzcuaro trip was great. Good company, charming hotel, Susan's usual encouraging lessons and examples, and Meagan's organizational skills. I am anxious to continue sketching and will join future trips.
Judy Boston, San Miguel de Allende |
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Sketching Guanajuato with Susan Dorf
July 2016
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Highly recommended! I took this wonderful urban sketching workshop last weekend. Well organized by Meagan Burns and Art Leap Adventures, taught by Susan Dorf. So much fun to be in Guanajuato and stay at the beautiful Alma de Sol B&B, with a great group of women, fabulous food and a perfect Centro location!
Lorie Topinka, San Miguel de Allende |
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We had a fabulous art workshop in Guanajuato because of Meagan Burns' terrific organization and fun, enthusiastic attitude. She arranged for San Miguel de Allende artist, Susan Dorf, to teach the workshop. Meagan selected a most charming well-located B&B for our lodging, and interesting restaurants for terrific lunches and dinners. Every detail was taken care of - all we had to do was bring our art supplies and enjoy Susan Dorf's excellent instruction. It was a perfect art-filled weekend.
Patty McBratney, San Miguel de Allende |
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Meagan runs a wonderful art/adventure trip. Everything was planned and very well organized for maximum fun and sketching and comfort. Susan’s instructions were right on, even though the abilities of the group were varied. Everyone seemed to learn and shared and supported each other. Hugo, at Alma del Sol, was a welcoming host in a charming, colorful house well located in Centro. I will definitely travel with Meagan again and can’t wait to find out when and where the next adventure will be.
Judy Boston, San Miguel de Allende |
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This weekend with Meagan and Susan was a real treat. Meagan is the consummate organizer and made the whole stay fluid and flawless. Hugo's accommodations and generosity were wonderful. Spending the afternoons quietly sketching in small parks and plazas was a real pleasure. Susan was inspirational and motivational. Treat yourself to an art mini vacation!
Linda Whynman, San Miguel de Allende |
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The weekend with Susan as instructor, Meagan as organizer and Hugo as host, could not have been improved upon in any way. It was wonderfully organized so that I could focus on learning, sketching, and immersing myself in the beauty of Guanajuato. The group was just the right size so that it felt intimate and personal and individual needs could be addressed. I just had a wonderful time and am now committed to signing up for the next adventure!
Laurie Richards, San Miguel de Allende |
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I totally enjoyed the Sketching Guanajuato workshop. Meagan arranged it ALL (so happy not to have to arrange anything!). The B&B, Alma del Sol Bed & Breakfast Inn, was centrally located, near to everything, totally comfortable with beautiful rooms and colors and great breakfasts. The workshop leader, Susan Dorf, gave us some interesting lessons and some good suggestions to help our work improve. We had a short lesson in printmaking from Hugo, the B&B's owner, and made some beautiful books in which to sketch. The sites that both Susan and Meagan picked for sketching were interesting. I would definitely attend one of their workshops again!
Judy Plummer, San Miguel de Allende |
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As an arts instructor, working with Meagan was a pleasure. Her attention to detail and familiarity with our location (including the best painting sites, museums, restaurants and hidden local coffee houses) helped me to focus on teaching.
She is skilled at keeping the creative energy of the group flowing, and her adventurous spirit is an inspiration to be around. Artist and Instructor Susan Dorf, San Miguel de Allende |
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Guanajuato Printmaking
April 2016
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Highly recommended! I took this wonderful monoprint workshop last weekend. Well organized by Meagan Burns and Green Heart Red Feet, taught by Hugo Anaya. So much fun to be in Guanajuato and stay at the beautiful Alma de Sol B&B, with a great group of women, fabulous food and a perfect Centro location!
Catherine Hemenway, San Miguel de Allende |
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Victoria Pierce, San Miguel de Allende |
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'Printmaking in Guanajuato', with Meagan Burns, was a wonderful weekend art experience. It provided the perfect opportunity to explore the beautiful, lively city of Guanajuato. Our small hotel, in the heart of the historic Centro, was fabulous! Amazing breakfasts and lovely happy hours are served on the roof ...views are spectacular! In the art studio, Hugo Anaya shared ideas & techniques, making hands-on studio time, informative and a lot of fun. I highly recommend this workshop for creative inspiration, adventure and the opportunity to make new friends!
Alex Smith, Winnsboro, TX |
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Also highly recommend!! It was a blast learning about printmaking and letting go of my fear of making a complete idiot of myself!! I came away with something I am actually proud of!! Hugo is very patient and a wonderful teacher. Meagan outdid herself putting this event together with a great group of women, fabulous place to stay, not to mention the wonderful city of Guanajuato. Lots to do & explore both in and out of the workshop!! Cheers!!
Leni Garetson, San Miguel de Allende |
