INGLIS LODGING FIELD GUIDE
A Quiet, Creative Weekend: Mindful Artmaking and Florida Nature at Chillaxed Momma
A two-night weekend retreat in Inglis that pairs two guided art classes with studio access, continental breakfasts, and optional kayak and nature additions—this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
A Quiet, Creative Weekend: Mindful Artmaking and Florida Nature at Chillaxed Momma.
Chillaxed Momma is a compact weekend retreat in Inglis that marries guided, low-pressure art instruction with studio access and light regional exploration—two guided classes in neurographic and mixed-media painting, continental breakfasts, and suggestions for nature add-ons such as kayaking and a walk on the Withlacoochee Trail.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Neurographic Art — a loosening of rules
Neurographic Art is taught as a flowing, meditative drawing method that uses gentle lines and rounded shapes to quiet the mind and let unexpected forms emerge; no prior artistic experience is required and every piece is unique to the maker.
Guided Imagination Mixed Media — dream-to-canvas
The mixed-media session guides participants through an imagination journey and then translates that material into texture, collage and paint on canvas—an open-ended class that emphasizes personal exploration over technique.
Studio access plus optional nature add-ons
Beyond the classes, the retreat includes full use of the on-site art studio and points guests toward nearby outdoor options—suggested add-ons include kayak excursions and a nature walk along the Withlacoochee Trail—to round out a restorative weekend.
What the day feels like
How the Weekend Feels
The rhythm is deliberately unhurried: arrive Friday afternoon, settle into two nights on site, attend a Friday-evening neurographic drawing session, spend Saturday in a guided mixed-media painting workshop (with staggered class times), and use spare hours to explore the studio or opt into water- or trail-based add-ons before a Sunday morning checkout.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this retreat suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The program runs as a Friday afternoon check-in with checkout on Sunday morning; plan around the 4:00 p.m. Friday check-in and 9:00 a.m. Sunday checkout.
Bring an overnight bag and a sense of adventure; class supplies for both guided sessions are included and the studio is available for use.
The meeting and check-in location is 80 North Hawthorne Drive, Inglis, FL 34449.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What are the official check-in and check-out times?
Check in Friday at 4:00 p.m.; check out Sunday at 9:00 a.m.
Where do I go for the retreat?
The retreat meets at 80 North Hawthorne Drive, Inglis, FL 34449.
Are art supplies provided?
Yes—supplies for both guided classes are included and guests have full use of the on-site art studio.
What happens in the two guided classes?
The Friday evening session focuses on Neurographic Art—a flowing, meditative drawing method—while the Saturday session is a Guided Imagination Mixed Media Painting class that blends texture, collage and paint to realize personal imagery.
Is this retreat suitable for children or those without art experience?
The offering is presented as for all ages and requires no prior artistic experience, making it appropriate for beginners and intergenerational participants.
Can I add outdoor activities?
Yes—suggested add-ons include kayak/Manatee adventures and a Night Glow Kayak option, and the Withlacoochee Trail is recommended for a nature walk.