There’s a moment in early June when Colorado feels almost unruly—
when peonies open like they’ve been waiting all year to be seen,
when iris carve their silhouettes into the morning light,
when allium lift themselves skyward, delicate and defiant all at once.
Lawless Lessons lives in that moment
Tj McGrath will be guest teaching alongside Gina Schley, owner of SHEGROWS, to offer this two day retreat in early June. Tj is known for his sculptural design techniques, and Gina is known for her European Style Gardens and the story that emerges through the flowers. Together they have created a place where creativity feels wide open--where flowers become teachers, where storytelling is part of the art. This is the invitation.
Day 1 - Design as Story: Hands-On Statement Piece Design & Creating Reels for Instagram
Day 2 - Building Scale: Foam-Free Installation & Capturing Scale Through Images
Dates
Day 1 - Monday, June 8, 2026
Day 2 - Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Time: 9-4:00 both days
Day 1 Registration Includes:
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A working lunch of sandwiches and wraps
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A locally made artisan bowl
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Hairpin holder (yours to keep)
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All seasonal flowers and botanicals used in the class
DAY 2 Registration Includes:
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A working lunch with seasonal farm soup and salads
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Access to all foam-free mechanics used during the class
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All seasonal flowers and botanicals for the installation
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Guided discussion and open Q&A throughout the day
Location: SHEGROWS in Arvada, CO
Returns & Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. By registering for this retreat, you acknowledge that no refunds are offered for any reason. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect yourself in the event that you need to cancel or adjust your plans. If you’re unable to attend, your registration may be transferred to another participant with prior approval and at least 14 days’ notice before the workshop begins.
In the unlikely event that the workshop must be cancelled by the organizers due to unforeseen circumstances (such as severe weather, venue issues, illness, or other events beyond our control), participants will be notified promptly and offered the option to:
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Transfer their registration to a future session, or
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Receive a credit toward a future workshop or retreat.
Refunds will only be issued in the rare case that the organizers themselves must cancel the class entirely. If for any reason a guest instructor is unable to fulfill their instructional role, a guest of equivalent expertise will be invited to teach in their place.
By completing your registration and payment, you confirm that you have read and agree to these terms