A Journaling & Ceramic Luminaria Workshop
What deserves a place in your life this season?
Join us for a morning of creativity, reflection, and intentional making as we create a meaningful place to hold what matters most. Together, we'll explore what this season has illuminated, what we're ready to honor, and what we'd like to make space for in the months ahead.
Through thoughtfully curated journaling prompts by Nicole Fournié, founder of D'être Creative Co., you'll reflect on the lessons of summer and the intentions you're carrying into the next season. Then, guided by the founder of ARTime BARRO, you'll hand-build your own ceramic luminaria, a handmade piece that can become an altar, candle holder, or quiet reminder of your intentions long after the workshop ends.
No clay experience is needed. This workshop is beginner friendly and welcomes anyone looking to slow down, create, and reconnect.
The Basics
Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Location: ARTime BARRO – 302 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica
Experience Level: Beginner Friendly
Available Spots: 15 Guests
What You Can Expect
During this two-hour workshop, you'll be guided through a thoughtful blend of creative writing and ceramics.
We'll begin with reflective journaling prompts designed to help you pause, process, and explore what this season has taught you. From there, you'll learn the foundations of hand-building as you create your own ceramic luminaria—a piece designed to bring warmth, intention, and meaning into your everyday space.
Whether you come alone or with someone you love, you'll leave feeling grounded, inspired, and creatively recharged.
You'll Leave With
A hand-built ceramic luminaria, ready to be glazed and kiln-fired after the workshop
A collection of guided journaling prompts to revisit whenever you need a moment of reflection
Beginner hand-building techniques you can build upon
A meaningful morning of creativity, mindfulness, and community
Meet Your Hosts
Nicole Fournié
Nicole Fournié is a writer, creative director, TEDx speaker, and founder of D'être Creative Co. With a background in mental health, she created D'être Creative Co. to bring the reflective practices often explored in therapy into community-centered creative experiences.
Writing has always been one of the first places Nicole felt safe exploring her emotions. Drawing inspiration from nature, she has authored three Amazon #1 New Releases in Inspirational Poetry and continues helping others reconnect with themselves through thoughtful reflection.
About The Well Lived Woman
The Well Lived Woman is a sisterhood built around the belief that life is meant to be lived intentionally. Through thoughtfully curated workshops, gatherings, and creative experiences, they create spaces where women can connect, grow, and find joy in community. Their mission is to make personal growth, meaningful connection, and intentional living more accessible through experiences that nourish both creativity and well-being.
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What to Know
No previous pottery or journaling experience is required.
All clay, tools, and workshop materials are included.
Your luminaria will stay at the studio after class to be professionally glazed and kiln-fired.
You'll receive an email when your finished piece is ready for pickup.
Please arrive 10–15 minutes early so everyone can settle in before we begin.
Before You Book
Please review the refund policy on The Well Lived Woman FAQ page before purchasing your ticket.
The day before the workshop, you'll receive a reminder email with important event details from livingwell@welllivedwoman.com. Be sure to provide a working email address during checkout and check your spam folder if you don't see it.
Image Release
We photograph and film many of our workshops for future ARTime BARRO and Well Lived Woman promotions. If you prefer not to appear in photos or videos, simply let a member of our team know before the workshop begins.
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Reserve Your Spot
Please purchase your ticket on The Well Lived Woman website: this link.