Reserve Your Spot
Fair Oaks, California · July 24–27, 2026
Four Days to
Create Something
Beautiful.
An intimate dot art retreat where 14 women slow down, create together, and leave with something extraordinary. Guided by Lina West, Certified Art Therapy Practitioner.
Only 14 spots available. When they are gone, they are gone.
Who This Retreat Is For
This is for you
if you feel it.
You do not need to be an artist. You do not need to have taken a single class. You just need to show up and we will take care of everything else.
This retreat was built for women who are ready to finally give themselves permission to create, in a room full of people who feel exactly the same way.
You are a complete beginner
No experience required. Lina has guided students from their very first dot all the way to breathtaking 22-inch mandalas.
You have taken Levels 1, 2, or 3
This retreat is a natural next step. You will go deeper than any online course can take you, in person, with Lina beside you.
You are an experienced dot artist
New techniques, a fresh creative environment, and the energy of a group all push your work to a new level.
You just need a real weekend away
The food, the sound bath, the coffee bar, the gift bag. This retreat was designed to feel like a gift to yourself.
The Experience
Not a workshop.
A real reset.
The studio doors will be closed to the public. The coffee bar will be full. The table will be set with everything you need. For four days the only thing you have to do is create.
You will begin on Friday evening with a gentle welcome session. By Sunday afternoon you will be holding a completed 16-inch birch wood mandala that is entirely, unmistakably yours.
Somewhere between the French pastries, the sound bath, and the quiet focus of dot after dot, something shifts. Students call it different things. Peace. Clarity. Coming home to yourself.
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The Full Experience
Beyond the canvas.
This retreat was designed for women who want more than a class. Every detail, from what you sip to what you hear to the supplies in your hands, was chosen to make this weekend feel like a true luxury experience.
Sound Bath
Close your eyes, set down your brush, and let the vibrations wash over you. A private sound bath experience woven into your Sunday afternoon.
French Desserts
Fresh French pastries delivered every afternoon. Because every creative breakthrough deserves a little sweetness.
Specialty Coffee Bar
A full specialty coffee bar is yours for the entire weekend. Lattes, pour-overs, espresso — fuel your creativity exactly how you like it.
Morning to Afternoon
Breakfast spreads, catered lunches, and afternoon treats. You will never have to think about food — just your art.
Tea Tasting Experience
A carefully curated selection of specialty teas available throughout the weekend. Something warm, something calming, something that makes the whole studio feel like a sanctuary.
Exclusive Studio Access
Play with Lina's collection.
As a retreat guest you will have full access to Lina's personal paint collection, including paints that are extremely hard to come by and many that are custom made. You will work with professional high-end brushes, explore specialty textured paints, and even add rhinestones and other embellishments to your piece. This level of access is not available anywhere else.
Pro Brushes
Rhinestones
Pearl Pens
Rare Paints
Custom Collection
Everything That Is Included
Your $475 covers
all of this.
The Art Experience
- 16-inch birch wood mandala, guided start to finish
- Expert instruction and one-on-one support from Lina
- All paints, tools, and practice worksheets provided
- Optional Monday finish session, 4 to 7:30 PM, included
- Group show-and-tell to close the weekend
The Atmosphere
- Full specialty coffee bar all weekend long
- Curated tea service and fancy drinks
- Morning breakfast spread each day
- Catered lunches and afternoon snacks
- Fresh French desserts every afternoon
- Studio closed exclusively to retreat guests
The Extras
- Relaxing sound bath experience
- Curated gift bag to take home
- Intimate group of 14 guests maximum
- Private attendee group to connect before arrival
- Bonus: Level 4 course for all retreat guests if released in time
Real students. Real retreats. Real results.
Your Host and Guide
Meet Lina.
Nearly ten years ago, Lina West picked up a river rock and felt an unexpected pull to cover it with dots. That small, quiet moment changed everything.
She spent years pioneering techniques, designing her own custom dotting tools, and developing a teaching method that has helped students around the world go from complete beginner to confident, expressive artist.
As a Certified Art Therapy Practitioner, Lina knows that dot art is more than a skill. It is a practice that quiets the noise and opens something up in you that daily life tends to close off.
She is also currently working on Level 4, a deep dive into brush work and large-scale pieces. If it is ready in time, every retreat guest will receive it as a bonus gift.
"Painting is my therapy. And I believe it can be yours too."
Certified Art Therapy Practitioner
What Students Say
They came for the dots.
They stayed for the feeling.
From Lina's online courses. The retreat brings this same experience into an intimate, in-person setting.
Joining Lina's course was one of the best decisions I have made. Her soft voice and the therapeutic nature of dot art have been great for my anxiety. Her readiness to help with any questions makes learning so much easier and enjoyable.
Student Review
Taking Lina's course has been an incredibly soothing and educational experience. Her ability to teach complex concepts in an easy-to-understand manner is unmatched. A wonderful tool for mental relaxation and well-being.
Student Review
I have tried many art courses, but yours stands out for its ease of learning and therapeutic effect. Your calming voice and talent for making complex techniques seem simple have brought me invaluable mental wellness.
Student Review
Learning dotting from you has been a game-changer for me. Your clear instructions and calming demeanor make the learning process a joy. This has also been a great tool for stress relief. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a creative mental health boost.
Student Review
I have taken many and Lina is my favorite. There is invaluable information to learn. Take her class. It has helped me so much.
Student Review
You have inspired me, guided me, and kept me going when I was too busy to try or start. Many thanks with love.
Pamela
Lina in the studio
Every dot, guided
The Schedule
Your four days,
at a glance.
Welcome Evening
A warm, unhurried start. Meet your fellow retreaters, explore design ideas, choose your color palette, and get your first dots on paper.
Day One of Creation
Begin your 16-inch mandala with full guided instruction. Layout, first layers, and finding your rhythm.
Day Two of Creation
Go deeper. Detail, flow, and your own signature emerge. We close with a sound bath and a group show-and-tell.
Optional Finish Session
Need more time? Drop back in for final details and touch-ups. Fully included with your ticket, no extra charge.
Details and Investment
Everything you
need to know.
| Location | The Crafted Canvas, 9906 Fair Oaks Blvd, Fair Oaks, CA 95628 |
| Dates | July 24 to 27, 2026 |
| Capacity | 14 guests maximum, intentionally intimate |
| Experience | All levels welcome, complete beginner to advanced |
| Lodging | Not included. See options below |
| Traveling | Join from Saturday. 20 min from Sacramento Airport |
| Payment | Full payment required to hold your spot |
| Booking | Reserve at The Crafted Canvas |
Your Investment
$475
Full four-day retreat, all materials included
- All art supplies and 16" birch wood round
- Coffee bar, teas, and fancy drinks all weekend
- Breakfast spreads, catered lunches, snacks
- French desserts every afternoon
- Sound bath experience
- Curated gift bag
- Optional Monday finish session
- Bonus: Level 4 course if released in time
Real students. Real retreats. Real results.
Planning Your Trip
Where to stay.
Lodging is not included, and that is intentional. It is what keeps this retreat significantly more accessible than comparable multi-day experiences. Fair Oaks is easy to get to with lovely options nearby.
Search hotels in Fair Oaks, Citrus Heights, or Rancho Cordova. All are within a short drive of The Crafted Canvas at 9906 Fair Oaks Blvd.
Airbnb and VRBO have great options nearby. Coming with a friend? Booking a place together makes the whole weekend even more special.
Fair Oaks is about 20 minutes from Sacramento International Airport, making it easy to fly in for the weekend.
Once registered, you will be added to a private attendee group to connect with your fellow retreaters before the weekend begins.
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions?
We have answers.
Do I need any experience?
Not at all. This retreat welcomes all skill levels, from people who have never picked up a dotting tool to experienced artists looking to go deeper.
What do I need to bring?
Just yourself and an open mind. All materials are provided: paints, tools, the 16-inch birch wood round, and practice worksheets.
What is the Level 4 bonus?
Lina is building her Level 4 course focused on brush work and large-scale pieces. If completed before the retreat, every attending guest will receive it as a complimentary gift.
I am traveling from out of town. Can I still join?
Absolutely. Fair Oaks is about 20 minutes from Sacramento International Airport. Joining from Saturday morning is completely fine.
What if I do not finish my piece by Sunday?
That is what Monday is for. The optional finish session on Monday evening from 4 to 7:30 PM is included in your ticket at no extra cost.
Will the studio be open to the public?
No. The Crafted Canvas will be closed to the public for the entire weekend, creating a private, uninterrupted space just for retreat guests.
What is the cancellation policy?
Please review the full policy at dotsbylina.com/refund-policy before booking.
This Is Your Sign
Four days. Fourteen people.
One weekend you will not forget.
You have been putting yourself last for long enough. This retreat was built to give you your time back.
Reserve Your Spot NowOnly 14 spots available. When they are gone, they are gone.
Questions? Reach out at lina@dotsbylina.com. Lina responds personally.