Tap into your creativity! Register today!

As summer winds down, we'll capture the essence of gardens through watercolor painting. From vegetables to flowers, garden tools, and quaint landscaping, the options are endless as we explore all of the elements that culminate into the world of gardening! 

$55 per person, includes all supplies, plus refreshments

To register:

Venmo: yellowbrightinc

Checks: Yellowbright, 333 Elizabeth Street, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Please call or text Dawn Duncan to arrange cash or credit/debit payments: 970.980.6399

Class location: 

Yellowbright Creative

918B Washington Ave.

Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Tap into your inner Cezane, Matisse, Van Gogh…..We are going back to basics in this acrylic painting class, learning different techniques to illustrate “still life” subjects. From bowls of fruit to decor, we will select subjects to closely analyze, draw onto canvas, and paint. Your painting will be uniquely your own, reflecting your personal style and color choices!
Event header by artist Andrea Jaris, 2025.

$55

All supplies provided, plus refreshments

Register: 

Venmo: yellowbrightinc

Checks: Yellowbright

333 Elizabeth St.

Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Dawn Duncan: 970-980-6399

To register:

Venmo: yellowbrightinc

Checks: Yellowbright, 333 Elizabeth Street, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Please call or text Dawn Duncan to arrange cash or credit/debit payments: 970.980.6399

Class location: 

Yellowbright Creative

918B Washington Ave.

Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Woodland creatures can be painted whimsically, realistically, or even as abstract art. You choose how you'd like to showcase these awesome critters, from foxes to bears, rabbits to racoons, skunks to wolves......Minnesota is home to an abundance of wildlife, so there is no shortage of inspiration here! 

Learn basic drawing and painting techniques to create your own unique pictures using quality watercolor and supplies, along with encouraging instruction suitable for all experience levels. 

$55 per person, includes all supplies, plus refreshments

To register:

Venmo: yellowbrightinc

Checks: Yellowbright, 333 Elizabeth Street, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Please call or text Dawn Duncan to arrange cash or credit/debit payments: 970.980.6399

Class location: 

Yellowbright Creative

918B Washington Ave.

Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

✌️ Creativi-TEA: 70s Edition 🌼

Get ready to get groovy + creative! Join us for an afternoon inspired by the fabulous 1970s—retro color, good vibes, great food, and plenty of creativity!

🧡 Wednesday, September 16 | 3–5 p.m.

📍 Yellowbright Creative

918B Washington Avenue

Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

We’ll turn back the clock with a fun 70s look & feel, including:

✨ Groovy photo backdrop

✨ Small bites

✨ Dessert

✨ A fun, hands-on art activity

✨ Time to create, connect & enjoy!

Break out the orange, gold, brown, florals, bell bottoms, platforms, or anything else that makes you feel far out and fabulous. 70s-inspired attire is encouraged!

🌼 $40 per person

🎨 All art supplies included

🌈Food + refreshments 

✌️ Registration requested

To register:

Venmo @yellowbrightinc

or contact Dawn Duncan at 970-980-6399

Come for the art. Stay for the good vibes. It’s going to be groovy, baby!✌🏻☮️

Rural America.....it's overflowing with countryside and simple beauty, much of which can be seen on farmsteads. In this engaging watercolor class, we will paint scenes depicting farm life....barns, animals, tools, farmhouses.....you will be free to explore ideas and receive hands-on instruction how to create your own unique masterpiece! If you'd like to paint your family farm, bring photos and you'll be guided on how to draw and paint scenes that capture the legacy of your farmstead. 

$55 per person, includes all supplies, plus refreshments

To register:

Venmo: yellowbrightinc

Checks: Yellowbright, 333 Elizabeth Street, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Please call or text Dawn Duncan to arrange cash or credit/debit payments: 970.980.6399

Class location: 

Yellowbright Creative

918B Washington Ave.

Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Welcome to AUTUMN! 

Paint the beauty of the season in various motifs using watercolor paints and a variety of techniques. Class will led by Yellowbright Creative owner and artist Dawn Duncan and guests will receive instruction, examples, and guidance throughout the class, making this class ideal for all levels of experience! 

We will explore many options of what to paint; this is not a class where we all paint the same picture. Tap into your own unique creativity and leave with artwork that is individual and special!

Limited to 15 tickets.

Reservations are required. 

Wednesday, September 30, 2026

4-6 pm

Nichole’s Next Door Mercantile

17 8th Street South, Fargo, ND

(Adjacent to Nichole’s Fine Pastry & Cafe)

Cafe will be open for guests to purchase food and beverages (coffee, wine, etc.) 

$65; all supplies included

Tickets: https://ticketstripe.com/autumnWC 

Venmo: yellowbrightinc

Or call/text: 979.980.6399

Yellowbrightinc.com

Ooooh! Spooky season is almost here! Save the dates for these fun autumn and Halloween-themed classes:

October 1: Bejeweled Pumpkins, 2-5 pm

October 9: Crafting Hats, Brooms, and Halloween Baskets, 9-noon

October 13: Cats on Canvas (acrylic painting), 3-5 pm

October 30: Creativi-TEA: Halloween Edition, 9-11 am (Brunch, Art)

Where will your own creativity take you? 

Embark on your next creativity journey in this brand new course by Yellowbright Creative founder, Dawn Duncan, and explore new avenues of artistic expression!

In this four week course, participants will do unique art projects each week as well as a field trip to Fargo to dive into observance of the exhibits at two local galleries. From there, we will convene at a local hotspot for some art time together. 

Take a magical trip through the many worlds of creativity in an all-inclusive course designed to spark intrigue, offer new techniques, and bring multiple mediums your way!

All supplies included

Wednesdays:

2-4 pm October 7, 14, 21, 28

$299

Payment required to reserve your spot.

Ticketstripe: link coming soon 

Venmo (no fee): Yellowbrightinc

Checks: Yellowbright, 333 Elizabeth Street, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Dawn: 970.980.6399

✨ Vibrant Soul Retreat ✨

Stillwater, Minnesota

September 10–13, 2026

SOLD OUT

To join waitlist, please email Dawn Duncan: dawn@yellowbrightinc.com

Step into color. Step into connection. Step into YOU.

Join us for the Vibrant Soul Retreat, a three-night, all-inclusive creative escape designed to awaken your spirit, energize your creativity, and surround you with an incredible circle of women in one of Minnesota’s most beloved destinations—Stillwater.

This is your invitation to unplug, unwind, and fully immerse yourself in a soulful, joy-filled experience where everything is taken care of. All you have to do is pack your bag and show up.

🌿 What’s Included: All-inclusive! 

• Three nights of beautiful accommodations

• All meals + non-alcoholic beverages

• All art supplies + guided creative experiences

• Yoga sessions to ground and energize

• Outdoor experiences in nature

• A full day exploring charming Stillwater—boutiques, art, restaurants, and more

• Connection, laughter, inspiration, and unforgettable moments

🎨 From expressive art sessions to peaceful moments in nature, from high-energy laughter to deeply restorative calm—this retreat is designed to nourish every part of you.

✨ Accommodations & Investment:

• Single (limited – only 2 available): $725; first to book will receive the primary suite.

• Shared accommodations: $625 per person

(First to book a single receives the primary room)

👯‍♀️ Limited to just 8 guests for an intimate, meaningful experience.

💫 Booking Details:

Booking is now open—and early reservations are strongly encouraged as this retreat will sell out.

• Payment in full preferred

• OR reserve your spot with a 50% deposit now, with remaining balance due June 1st, 2026

💳 Payment options:

• Ticketstripe: https://ticketstripe.com/Vibrant

• Venmo: @yellowbrightinc

• Or contact Dawn Duncan at 970-980-6399

⸻

This is more than a retreat—it’s a celebration of your vibrant soul. A space to create, connect, explore, and feel fully alive.

Come as you are. Leave inspired, recharged, and glowing.

✨ Your spot is waiting. ✨

October 22-25, 2026

Leech Lake, Walker, MN

Property: The Botanist

The setting: 

Luxury lake estate on beautiful Leech Lake, 15 minutes outside of Walker, MN.

Activities will include:

Multiple art mediums (watercolor, acrylic, drawing)

Fun, easy crafts

Nature walk

Shopping in Walker

Yoga

Delicious home cooked meals

Bonfires

Games

& more…details coming soon….

Time for rest and relaxation

All-inclusive:

—Luxury accommodations for three nights

—All supplies/activities led by qualified, experienced instructor

—All meals and non-alcoholic beverages (guests are welcome to bring alcohol.

Payment is your registration. Suites must be paid in full upon booking. Other accommodations: 50% down at time of booking with remaining 50% paid following month on the 15th is an optional payment plan. 

Payments are non-refundable. 

Rooms 1 and 2:

Private suites: 2 available (King bed, large room with en suite full bath, walk-in closet), main floor primary has deck access. Lower level suite has same amenities, minus deck access.

 —The first to book a suite will be given the primary room. 

—$999 single, $899 (each) double

Primary: Fern Room

Second Suite: Butterfly Room

Room 3: Bee Room

King bed, lower level (walkout level). 

—Single: $899 double $699 (each)

Room 4: Mush Room

Two large twin beds; double occupancy only 

—$699 each 

Guest house: Luxury accommodations continue in this two-story timber frame house.

Room 5: Flora Room

Two large twin beds, double occupancy only.

—$699 each

Room 6: Pine Loft

Queen bed in upstairs loft.

Single: $899

Double: $699 each

Guest house features a covered deck with seating, small living area, bedroom, loft, beautiful 3/4 bath, and a sunny kitchen area. It is right next to the main house. 

Grounds include: lakefront, screened gazebo, outdoor shower, large barrel sauna with floor to ceiling bowed window looking to lake, and large, brick circle fire pit area. Home includes bar and game room.   

Payment:

Ticketstripe: https://ticketstripe.com/events/autumnalchemy

(Please note that using Ticketstripe incurs merchant fees. For fee-free transactions, please consider another method.)

Venmo: @yellowbrightinc

Checks: Yellowbright, 333 Elizabeth Street, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

PayPal: Yellowbright (dawn@yellowbrightinc.com)

All you do is pack your bags; everything is done for you at this retreat that is designed to spark creativity, connection, and an autumn reset before we settle into winter. Enjoy this unique, stellar property where every detail has been consciously curated and perfected! The Botanist is a place you’ll never forget……

More details coming soon!

For now, please save the dates of February 24-27, 2027 for the inaugural Winter Art Retreat through Grand Marais Art Colony in Grand Marais, MN 

Limited to 9 guests

Fees are collected through Grand Marais Art Colony. All-inclusive pricing that includes lodging, all art supplies and instruction, activities, and food (continental breakfast, light lunch, dinner at lodging location for 3 nights): $1,555.00

There will be multiple art mediums and activities including a snowshoeing trek (weather permitting)! 

Enjoy the peace, fun, and artistic ambiance of beautiful Grand Marais, a quaint village nestled against the shores of the mighty, magical Lake Superior! 

If you'd like to reserve your spot right away, contact Dawn Duncan: 970.980.6399

Ticket link and additional details will be posted in July of 2026.