Imagine, Explore, Envision: An Enchanting Weekend of SoulCollage® and Self-Discovery

Imagine stepping into a creative sanctuary where your hands remember what your mind has forgotten—where collage becomes a portal to your deepest wisdom, and the images you create speak truths your intellect has yet to grasp. This immersive weekend workshop at Esalen Institute in Big Sur, California, invites you into SoulCollage®, a transformative expressive arts practice rooted in Jungian psychology that quiets the inner critic and awakens authentic self-discovery through intuitive image-making.

Guided by facilitator Kimberly Lee, you'll move through three sacred phases mirroring the winter solstice's profound symbolism: the stillpoint, when momentum pauses and spaciousness opens; the turn, when energy begins its subtle return; and the return of light, when what gestated in darkness becomes luminous and visible. Across this enchanting weekend, you'll create six collaged cards using meditative prompts, gentle movement, time on Esalen's stunning coastal grounds, and intimate small-group sharing—no artistic training required. Whether you're seeking clarity about the year ahead, longing to deepen self-knowledge, or simply craving a weekend where creativity and consciousness intertwine, this workshop offers a rare opportunity to consult your own inner wisdom through the language of color, image, and intuition.

What to Expect

You'll arrive at Esalen, perched on the dramatic cliffs of Big Sur, and enter a contemplative creative space designed to support authentic expression. The weekend unfolds through a rhythm of guided collage-making sessions, each prompted by carefully crafted questions designed to access layers of knowing beyond the rational mind. Between creating sessions, you'll move your body gently, sit in meditation, walk the coastal grounds, and share insights with a small, supportive circle of fellow seekers.

The SoulCollage® process is beautifully simple: you'll work with images, scissors, glue, and intuition to construct cards that become mirrors to your inner landscape. Rather than aiming for artistic perfection, you're invited to trust your hands and the unexpected wisdom that emerges when you quiet self-judgment. By the weekend's end, you'll hold six tangible creations—personal oracles and allies—that continue to reveal meaning long after you return home.

Venue & Logistics

Esalen Institute in Big Sur, California, is a legendary sanctuary nestled on the Pacific Coast, renowned for transformational learning and natural beauty. This workshop runs Friday, December 18–20, 2026. Wear comfortable, layered clothing suitable for California's coastal winter and creative work. Bring an open heart and willingness to play; all materials are provided. A materials fee of $40 is additional. For accessibility questions or specific needs, contact the organizers directly.