Journaling on Purpose | Omega Summer Arts Week with Anne Leuck
Omega Institute • Summer Arts Week

Journaling on Purpose

A playful, transformative sketchbook journaling experience
with Anne Leuck

June 29–July 2, 2025 | Rhinebeck, New York
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What We'll Do Together

This is a playful, fearless, deeply personal sketchbook journaling experience for anyone who wants to reconnect with themselves through creativity, reflection, and story.

We'll combine simple drawing, bold color, words, and memory to create pages that hold your real life — past, present, and what's calling you forward.

Colorful sketchbook spread Hands drawing in journal Art supplies and markers

Not performance. Not perfection.
Just honest pages and honest joy.

This is a practice you'll carry for life — a way to document and process the good, the bad, and the rad. Zero art experience needed. Just curiosity, a willingness to show up, and maybe a tiny bit of courage.

See What We Create

Here's what happens when you give yourself permission to play, create, and explore on the page.

Student sketchbook example Colorful journal spread Creative journaling page Bold sketchbook design

This Is For You If...

You crave meaning

You want a creative practice that feels meaningful, not just decorative

You're ready to capture your life

You feel the pull to reflect on your life and capture it while you're living it

You miss play

You crave color, play, and personal expression again

You sense there's more

You sense there's a deeper story in you ready to be seen

You need a reset

You want time away in nature to reset, make art, and prioritize yourself

You want connection

You want to meet like-minded souls in a safe, judgment-free, surprisingly joyful setting

The Omega Experience

Omega Institute is kind of magical. It's creative summer camp for adults in the very best way. The kind of place that makes you remember what it feels like to exhale.

Omega Institute campus or workshop scene
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Wooded Campus

Dappled light through trees, walking trails, and the sound of birdsong

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Nourishing Meals

Incredible food you didn't have to cook, enjoyed in community

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Yoga & Meditation

Optional morning and evening practices to ground your days

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Lake Time

A sparkling lake, peaceful moments, and space to breathe

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Creative Hours

Long, unhurried stretches of making art together

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Cozy Dorms

Air-conditioned accommodations where you can rest and recharge

What Students Say

"Anne's classes changed how I see my own story. I came for the art, but I stayed for the community and the way she helps you find yourself on the page."

— Sarah M.

"I never thought of myself as creative, but Anne made me feel like I could do anything. Her approach is playful, warm, and genuinely transformative."

— Linda K.

"This isn't just about making pretty pages — it's about processing your life, your emotions, and your dreams. I carry this practice with me everywhere now."

— Jennifer T.

Anne Leuck in her studio

Meet Your Guide

I'm Anne Leuck — painter, creative guide, and lifelong sketchbook keeper. For years, I've been helping people discover that they don't need to call themselves artists to create meaningful, transformative work.

My approach is playful, honest, and grounded in community. If we're not laughing, experimenting, or making a bit of a mess, it's not working. I can't wait to make art with you this summer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need art experience?

Absolutely not. This is designed for people who don't call themselves artists but know they need a creative outlet. If you can hold a pen, you can do this.

What should I bring?

I'll provide a detailed supply list when you register, but the basics: sketchbooks, your favorite pens and markers, and an open heart. Everything else is optional.

Can I come with a friend?

Yes! This is a wonderful experience to share with a friend or family member. It's a creative reset and a memory you'll both keep forever.

What's included in the program?

Your registration includes all workshop sessions, accommodations, three meals daily, access to Omega's facilities (yoga, meditation, lake, trails), and evening programs.

When does registration open?

Omega will open enrollment on March 3rd. Join the waitlist now and you'll be the first to know when spots are available.

Anne has collaborated with

Omega Institute
Society of Shamanic Practitioners
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Sketchbook Revival
Chicago Stationery Show

Ready to Join Us?

Spots are limited, and I have a feeling this fills fast. If any part of you is thinking "I want that" — trust it.

Join the Waitlist Now

I would love to spend this week making art with you.