Vision Board Friendsgiving!

Sunday, Nov 15th in Encinitas from 12-4pm ish
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

What better way to connect with other designers than around a table, sharing food? Friendsgiving will be potluck style, with options for those who love to throw down in the kitchen and those who would rather just bring a bag of ice. Please register in advance so that we can coordinate.

If you have an allergy, we recommend that you bring your own food. All professional designers and students are welcome to attend, regardless of experience level.

Please note that the exact address will be provided after registration to protect the privacy of our host Desi and her home. If you came last year, you'll remember what a wonderful space Desi's home is for creativity and gathering.

About the visioning experience:
Together, we’ll reflect on the year behind us and create space for what may be emerging in the year ahead. Rather than approaching a vision board as a checklist of predetermined goals, we’ll use imagery, words, color, and texture to discover what draws us in, including things we may not yet be able to name or explain.

Desi will guide us through a short reflection and visualization before we begin creating. Participants will also have the opportunity to draw an oracle card as a symbolic prompt or source of inspiration for the coming year. No experience with vision boards, collage, or oracle cards is necessary. 

Before you arrive:
Spend a little time considering:

• What has felt especially alive or meaningful this past year?

• What are you ready to release?

• What qualities, feelings, or experiences would you like to welcome more of?

• Is there a question you want to carry into the coming year?

There’s no need to plan your board or collect specific images in advance. Simply come with curiosity and a willingness to be surprised by what speaks to you.

We’ll bring a small supply stash to share, but please bring magazines, scissors, glue sticks, and a sturdy board or heavy paper to collage on. You’re also welcome to bring photographs, decorative papers, fabric, or other flat materials that feel personally meaningful.

About our host:
Desi Guusje Bendeler is a leadership coach and former co-founder of the B-corp communications agency thinkPARALLAX. With deep roots in design and strategy, she now helps creative leaders and professionals grow with more clarity, confidence, and purpose. Her coaching blends emotional intelligence, values alignment, and real-world experience to help people lead and live with impact. If you’re feeling stuck or ready to grow, Desi loves helping people find their next step.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED