Workshops & Retreats
For Returning to Body, Imagination,
Creativity, and Meaning
Workshops and retreats are designed to help participants explore personal imagery, symbol, and creativity in a supportive, process-oriented environment.
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Whether you are new or experiences in creative practices, these offerings provide opportunities to experiment, reflect, and create in ways that are meaningful, generative, and reflective.​
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Explore what becomes possible when imagination is trusted as an active ally in transformation and meaning-making.​
"I participated in a journal-making group led by Francine. It was casual and fun, but also surprising and explorative. It has continued to make a positive and introspective impact on me every day since.
I suddenly have a stronger sense of creativity in myself after meeting her. It’s also amazing that I’ve already nearly filled my journal with her follow-up prompts. It’s so good to feel invited, inspired, and intentional."
Susan.
"Francine is a gentle, soft-spoken soul who infuses soul searching and visual inspiration in her thoughtful journaling workshop."
Linnie
Reyreats & Immersive Experiences:
Magic France
Slow Living, Creativity & Cultural Discovery in France
2027 Dates TBA
An intimate eight-day creative retreat in Besançon, France, created and led by Francine Bonjour-Carter.
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Magic France brings together creative practice, embodied awareness, cultural discovery and the pleasures of a slower rhythm of life. Days unfold between visual journaling and reflective practices, walks along the river, museums and historic sites, shared meals, and experiences that invite us to slow down and truly inhabit a place.
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Selected Teaching and Speaking:
Lupus Foundation of America Philadelphia Lupus & You Conference
Philadelphia, PA
Invited Speaker, 2026
An experiential presentation exploring the mind-body connection and how listening to the body and to one another is a form of empowerment.
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Visual Journaling: Symbol, Image, and Personal Meaning
Main Line Art Center, Haverford, PA
A 6-week course
Seeing through an archetypal lens helps us to embrace complexity and possibilities, and connect with our deep imagination. Participants will develop their own visual language grounded in story, symbol, and meaning.
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Explore archetypes through visual journaling
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Work with imagery, symbolism, and personal reflection in a safe, process-focused studio environment
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Use drawing, collage, paint, text, and found materials to develop your personal visual language
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Each week includes guided exercises, material exploration, and reflection prompts
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No prior art experience is required; beginners will enjoy learning the process and experienced artists will deepen their practice while experimenting with new approaches
Journaling Workshop
Pen & Paper, Bryn Mawr, PA
Step into a world of freedom and creativity through writing and art journaling. We will explore engaging prompts, meditative practices, and unique journaling techniques to encourage the flow of writing. You will receive a high-quality journal and pen and have the opportunity to try out fountain pens and inks during the evening.
This workshop will inspire you to cultivate moments of pause, reflection, and beauty.
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Create Your Journal Cover Workshop
The Bookery, Havertown, PA
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A creative and restorative evening to create the cover of a journal that will accompany you throughout the season. A guided meditation and reflective practice will prepare you to connect with your creativity. You will use simple mixed media techniques like collage, hand sewing, and mark-making; all instructions will be provided step by step, and no prior experience is required.
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All supplies provided, each participant will leave with their own journal.
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