Creative Image Studios Newsletter

Year-End Family Getaway | 5–7 September 2025

Onverwags Holiday Resort

This year marked a beautiful first for Creative Image Studios — our year-end function became a family getaway, bringing together studio owners, teams, friends, and loved ones for a weekend overflowing with creativity, connection, and unforgettable memories.

🎨 Completed Workshops

Our talented studio hosts shared their skills and passion through an exciting range of creative workshops:

1. Creative Image Studio Newcastle

Hosted by: Glenys De Waal

• Portrait painting: How to paint a human face

2. Creative Image Studio Kimberley

Hosted by: Edna Watcham

• Candle making
• Resin art
• Soap making
• Decoupage

3. Creative Image Studio Roodepoort

Hosted by: Sandra Dobson

• Painting realistic animal fur

Each session was filled with learning, laughter, and inspiring creative breakthroughs.

🍽️ Delicious Meals

A heartfelt thank-you to Wendy Bloy from Creative Image Studios Waterkloof for preparing our delicious meals throughout the weekend. Everyone enjoyed warm, homely dishes that added even more comfort and joy to the experience.

🌿 Activities & Fun

The weekend wasn’t just about art — it was a true getaway! Guests enjoyed:

• 🚲 Scooter rides
• 🎣 Fishing
• 🏊 Heated swimming pool
• 🐾 Game drives
• 🔥 Boma fires
• 🍽️ Dinners around the pool deck and at the boma

These moments created lifelong memories and strengthened the Creative Image Studios community.

🏆 Formal Year-End Awards Dinner

The weekend concluded with a formal awards ceremony, celebrating excellence, dedication, growth, and creativity across all Creative Image Studios. It was a glamorous and heartfelt evening that honoured the incredible people who make our art family thrive.

Thank you to everyone who joined this special event. Here’s to even more creativity, growth, and unforgettable moments together in 2026! 🌟