{"product_id":"incense-making-scents-of-the-desert-through-the-lens-of-alchemy","title":"Scents of the Desert: Incense, Alchemy \u0026 the Plants of New Mexico","description":"\u003ch3 data-end=\"341\" data-start=\"264\" data-section-id=\"1yyha9h\"\u003eExploring the Olfactive Terrain of New Mexico Through the Lens of Alchemy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1769\" data-start=\"1648\"\u003eStep into the fragrant landscape of New Mexico and discover the ancient art of incense through the lens of plant alchemy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2112\" data-start=\"1771\"\u003eIn this immersive workshop, botanical perfumer and aromatics educator Roxana Villa guides participants through the olfactive terrain of the high desert. Through scent, story, and hands-on practice, guests will explore the aromatic plants native to New Mexico and learn how these botanicals relate to alchemical correspondance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2332\" data-start=\"2114\"\u003eParticipants will work with seven carefully prepared plant materials, ground and curated for the experience, while learning how to craft incense in the style of the ancient Egyptian temple blend known as Kyphi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2381\" data-start=\"2334\"\u003eThis intimate sensory workshop weaves together:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2478\" data-start=\"2383\"\u003e• desert botanicals\u003cbr data-end=\"2405\" data-start=\"2402\"\u003e• aromatic history\u003cbr data-end=\"2426\" data-start=\"2423\"\u003e• incense craft\u003cbr data-end=\"2444\" data-start=\"2441\"\u003e• the symbolic language of alchemy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2636\" data-start=\"2480\"\u003eBy the end of the experience, participants will have created their own incense blend and gained a deeper appreciation for the fragrant plants of the desert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2807\" data-start=\"2741\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2807\" data-start=\"2741\"\u003eReserve your place and enter the aromatic world of the desert.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4514\" data-start=\"4511\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4633\" data-start=\"4516\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4529\" data-start=\"4516\"\u003eLOCATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4633\" data-start=\"4516\"\u003eThis session takes place at Roxana’s perfumery in the Mid-town Arts District of Santa Fe, New Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4748\" data-start=\"4635\"\u003eIf you have questions, please contact \u003ca rel=\"null noopener\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" href=\"http:\/\/illuminatedperfume.com\/pages\/contact-us\" title=\"Contact Roxana Illuminated perfume\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRoxana\u003c\/a\u003e to schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation prior to booking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eOnline and live classes as well as additional workshops can be found \u003ca rel=\"null noopener\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" href=\"https:\/\/illuminatedperfume.com\/collections\/perfume-classes\" title=\"Botanical Custom Perfume and Classes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4514\" data-start=\"4511\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4633\" data-start=\"4516\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4529\" data-start=\"4516\"\u003ePRICING\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePricing is $250 for one to two attendees, with additional participants at $50 each (groups are intentionally kept small to ensure a focused, hands-on experience).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncense making sessions are designed for personal creative exploration and fragrance appreciation rather than professional product development or commercial formulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1795\" data-start=\"1792\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1822\" data-start=\"1797\" data-section-id=\"193zna4\"\u003eAbout the Instructor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2165\" data-start=\"1841\"\u003eRoxana Villa earned her BFA from Otis Art Institute in Los Angeles. During her sophomore year, she submitted seven illustrations to the prestigious \u003cem data-end=\"2023\" data-start=\"1993\"\u003eAmerican Illustration Annual\u003c\/em\u003e—all of which were accepted, with four published in the book. Upon graduation she was invited to return to Otis as an Illustration instructor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2618\" data-start=\"2167\"\u003eAfter gaining experience teaching at the college level, Roxana moved to New York City to pursue a career as a freelance editorial illustrator. Over time, she discovered that her fantastical depictions of humans and plants paled in comparison to the direct sensory experience of working with plant distillates. This realization led her to pursue professional aromatherapy, eventually expanding into botanical perfumery and alchemical practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3034\" data-start=\"2620\"\u003eHer published work explores the intersection of aromatics, Jungian psychology, alchemy, and artistic expression. Roxana has given presentations at Bastyr University and the University of Utah, and has led lectures and workshops around the world. Her presentations combine artistic vision with scent reconstructions designed to evoke the atmosphere of ancient cultures and long-lost aromatic traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Illuminated Perfume","offers":[{"title":"Two","offer_id":43031229759549,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Three","offer_id":43031232118845,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Four","offer_id":43031232151613,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Five","offer_id":43031232184381,"sku":null,"price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Six","offer_id":43031232217149,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Seven","offer_id":43031232249917,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/1453\/files\/IncenseMaking_e.jpg?v=1772937268","url":"https:\/\/www.illuminatedperfume.com\/products\/incense-making-scents-of-the-desert-through-the-lens-of-alchemy","provider":"Illuminated Perfume","version":"1.0","type":"link"}