In the summer of 2026, choreographer and photographer Blake Nellis and a team of artists spent a week at Silvae Spiritus Northwoods Nature Retreat in Finlayson, Minnesota, exploring the intersection of visual art, movement, creativity, nature relation, and community.

Join us at Silvae Spiritus Northwoods Nature Retreat on November 15th, from 1-3 pm, where we will talk about the power of community, taking risks, and being rejuvenated by nature.  We will discuss the process of making art with the human body, how movement & play influence Nellis’ work, and the power of time spent together.

While here, enjoy an informal gallery of new work and meet the artists that participated in the weeklong retreat at Silvae Spiritus:

Talya Dozois

Lilia Fremling

Becca Lawson

Sudarsna Mukund

Blake Nellis

Darrius Strong

Carol Trindade

Timo Wagner

Light snacks & refreshments will be provided.  All are welcome.

Blake Nellis is a fiscal year 2026 recipient of a Creative Individuals grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.