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Envision Festival 2015

March 20, 2015 By Molly Buckiewicz 1 Comment

Envision Yourself Here

Envision festival is a transformational gathering that embodies much more than the average festival. Combining the traveling experience of Costa Rica’s tropical paradise with the infectious energy of the festival itself, there could not be a better platform for creativity and artistic expansion. The sold out event hosted about 6,000 attendees from all across the globe. Nestled in the coastal jungle of Uvita, the venue included both jungle and beach front scenery. Bamboo structures poked out from the trees providing climbing platforms and elevated viewing areas. Whether it was the mind-blowing decor of the festival or the relaxing sunrise and sunsets on the beach, Envision offered elements of both exploration and serenity.

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With deep roots in the permaculture movement, Envision’s main theme was environmental education. Thoroughly sorted garbage/recycle bins and compostable restrooms are a few examples. Before the festival kicked off, the Polish Ambassador hosted a day of permaculture action at nearby schools, planting fruit trees and discussing environmental initiatives with the local community. There was a large effort throughout the event to raise environmental awareness and introduce attendees to the importance of sustainability.

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Each morning started with an awakening meditation session, as all the day’s workshops began to setup. From slack-lining to power yoga, Envision’s daytime activities offered something for everyone. Children with painted faces played imaginary games and interacted with art installations. Groups gathered under the trees for workshops and yoga infused dance. Although temperatures were high during the day, the beach was a quick stroll through the lush jungle.

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As the sun began to set, throngs of people made their way to the beach to witness the beauty of the multi colored sky-scape and bid farewell to the day. There was a playful atmosphere of people stretching, hooping and swimming that uplifted your spirits and provided a second wind for the night to come. As darkness fell, people made their way back inside the festival to discover the new ambiance of the night.

The highlight of the nightlife was the Luna Stage. The stage design created a lasting memory; a 30ft panther made of driftwood, backed by video mapped visualizers and pyrotechnics. Discrete lighting illuminated the bamboo structures and palm trees as lasers cut their way through the canopy above. One of the best parts of the night’s entertainment was the impressive performing artists that danced, hooped and spun fire stage-side. Just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, the next elaborate act would take stage and prove you wrong. If you ever needed a break from the big stages and crowds, smaller acts played more mellow tunes in the Village. Whether you came to see your favorite headliners or simply expand your musical palette, there seemed to be something for everyone.

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Envision Festival is an unforgettable experience for travelers and festival enthusiasts alike; making the venture to Costa Rica and immerging themselves in the exotic unknown.

Envision yourself here.

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Written by Greg Powell

Photography by Molly Buckiewicz

Filed Under: Central America, Costa Rica, EARTH, English (US), Envision, Festival, Live Music, New Music, Spanish Tagged With: 2015, Costa Rica, Envision, Envision 2015, freio, fresh, Permaculture, Polish Ambassador

Envision 2015 Announces 2nd Wave Artists

December 16, 2014 By Molly Buckiewicz Leave a Comment

Envision Festival-Costa Rica

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Envision Festival-Costa Rica announces second installment of their lineup for their 5th annual festival from Feb 26 – March 1, 2015.  

Music & Arts festival Envision Festival-Costa Rica has announced the second phase of its lineup, completing the impressive and talented roster of musicians, artists, speakers, yoga instructors and beyond, set to perform in the scenic jungles of Uvita, Costa Rica from February 26- March 1, 2015.

Notable music additions include dub maestros an-ten-nae, Hedflux, and Stylust Beats, the electro-soul tunes of The Funk Hunters, underground house artists Mikey Lion, Porkchop and Tara Brooks from the Desert Hearts crew, exotic folk artists Lulacruza, Passiflora and Shimshai and the west coast bass sounds of AtyYa, Defunk, Lafa Taylor, Perkulator and Push/Pull.

Previously announced music headliners include the much loved Groundation, Phaeleh, The Polish Ambassador, Random Rab, Emancipator, Ott among many others that will be performing on one of four expertly crafted stages.

New artist additions will help cultivate what is considered one of the most unique and beautiful music festival environments on the planet including headlining visual artist Android Jones, painter Curiot, and glass artists Ubatuba and Snic Barnes. The 2014 Luna Stage architects, Hoodie and Tigre, return to further expand on their impressive creations from last year.

Megan Currie will add to the roster of an already impressive collection of yoga instructors,including world-renowned Rachel Brathen, Kishan Shah and Cristi Christensen. Additionally, African tribal dancer Amy Secada will be performing a new spellbinding routine.

And all of this is just the beginning. Experiences offered at Envision also include beaches and jungles for exploration, some of the best surf on the planet, the nearby bohemian beach town of Dominical, and an incredible lineup of workshops, speakers, permaculture education, art installations and so much more.

Take a peek into the Envision mystique and be inspired by this breathtaking “Vive La Experiencia!” 2015 video.

 

Tickets are on sale now and will sell out quickly.

 

Please visit the Envision website and links below to find out more.  Pura Vida!

http://www.2015.envisionfestival.com/

 

Envision Media Links:

Envision Instagram

Envision Facebook

Envision Website

Envision Ticketing

Envision Travel Info

Envision Newsletter

 

About Envision Festival-Costa Rica:

In just four years, Envision has blossomed from a backyard event into an internationally acclaimed community gathering.  Envision is continuing its journey to break down cultural barriers, representing an elevated festival experience of spirit and community.  By bringing people together in the lush landscape of Costa Rica, Envision offers opportunities to celebrate the spirit, heal our bodies and minds, and revitalize our souls. Be a part of a global movement that is destined to shape our global future while experiencing the beauty of the landscape, healing undertones, artistic expression, and the “Pura Vida!” way of life.  This is Envision Festival.

 

The Confluence

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Envision 2015 Announces 1st Wave Artists

November 13, 2014 By Molly Buckiewicz Leave a Comment

Lineup - Phase 1

 

The International Envision Festival-Costa Rica announces first installment of their lineup for their 5th annual festival from Feb 26 – March 1, 2015.  

The first headliner announcement for the 5th annual Envision Festival-Costa Rica is here. This year’s lineup includes Groundation, Phaeleh, The Polish Ambassador, Wildlight, Emancipator, Ott, Bluetech, Random Rab, Govinda, Ill-Esha, Dimond-Saints, Stickybirds, AMB, Ayla Nereo, and saQi, with Costa Rican reggae headliner Un Rojo and Guatemala’s Los Miseria Cumbia Band. There are more acts listed below and many more to be announced!

Envision Festival-Costa Rica takes place in the enchanting jungle of Uvita, Costa Rica from February 26- March 1, 2015 and is a favorite destination for international travelers with dozens of international music and performance acts, yoga, workshops, waterfalls, surfing, jungle exploration and more.

An early peek at the yoga and workshop headliners include world-renowned yoga teachers such as Cristi Cristensen, Rachel Brathen, and Kishan Shah, art installations by Chris Dyer, Carey Thompson, and Mugwort Artemisia alongside Permaculture and Education workshops from legendary teachers such as Penny Livingston, Daniel Pinchbeck from Reality Sandwich, Charles Eisenstien, Sarah Wu, plus permaculturist and Envision co-founder, Stephen Brooks.

The full lineup of musicians, performers, teachers, and artists will be announced mid-November.

Check out the newly launched Envision website with interactive site map, early line-up, survival guide, and travel information. Then take a peek into the Envision mystique and be inspired by this newly released “Vive La Experiencia!” video.

Envision’s unique gathering offers so much for the adventurous travelers.  Dance under the stars, paddle into the surf, explore waterfalls and lush canopies, camp in the jungle, be inspired by live art installations, and learn something new at a life changing workshop.

With the collaboration of a myriad of renowned artists and visionaries, both local and international, Envision provides a multi-dimensional community forum focused on art, music, movement, education and co-creation.  Be part of a global eco-conscious movement that is shaping our future and experience the beauty of the landscape, healing undertones, artistic expression, and the “Pura Vida!” way of life.  This is Envision Festival.

Stay tuned for more announcements on music, yoga, speakers, and workshops. Early Bird discount tickets are on sale now and will sell out quickly.

Please visit the Envision website and links below to find out more.  Pura Vida!

http://www.2015.envisionfestival.com/

 

Envision Media Links:

Envision Instagram

Envision Facebook

Envision Website

Envision Ticketing

Envision Travel Info

Envision Newsletter

 

Phase 1 Lineup Below – Phase 2 coming soon!

 

Music: The Polish Ambassador * Wildlight * Groundation * Phaeleh * Emancipator * Ott * Bluetech * Random Rab and friends * Ayla Nereo * Govinda * Ill-esha * Dimond Saints * Faceblind * Los Miseria Cumbia Band * Un Rojo * saQi * AMB * Stickybuds * Santos y Zurdo * Passiflora * Infibeat * Ivan Cespedes * Lapa * Portilla * Living Light * Mikey Lion * Melissa O * Social Club * Bartosz Brenes * Mario Miranda* Tara Brooks *  Matt Haze* PjOE * aTyYa *

 

Yoga Instruction: Cristi Cristensen * Rachel Brathen * Kishan Shah * Esteban Salazar * Juan Pablo Barahona * Edgar Ortiz * Inez Aires

 

Art & Installations: Chris Dyer * Carey Thompson * Mugwort Artemisia * Mark Henson * Hoodie & Tigre * Tribe13 * Living Spaces

 

Permaculture & Education: Penny Livingston * Charles Eisenstien * Sarah Wu * Stephen Brooks * Daniel Pinchbeck * Rosemary Gladstar * Project Nuevo Mundo * Kaypacha

 

About Envision Festival-Costa Rica:

In just four years, Envision has blossomed from a backyard event into an internationally acclaimed community gathering.  Envision is continuing its journey to break down cultural barriers, representing an elevated festival experience of spirit and community.  By bringing people together in the lush landscape of Costa Rica, Envision offers opportunities to celebrate the spirit, heal our bodies and minds, and revitalize our souls. Be a part of a global movement that is destined to shape our global future while experiencing the beauty of the landscape, healing undertones, artistic expression, and the “Pura Vida!” way of life.  This is Envision Festival.

 

The Confluence

 

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Envision Festival 2015

October 29, 2014 By Molly Buckiewicz Leave a Comment

 

Envision Festival 2015

  Vive La Experiencia!!

 

The fifth annual Envision Festival returns to the breathtaking shores of Uvita, Costa Rica,

February 26 through March 1, 2015 with the release of their Official 2015 Video and first music headliner announcement.

Get inspired. Watch the video here.

The festival just announced the first musical headliner, The Polish Ambassador, the world’s funkiest diplomat, with the rest of the lineup to be released soon. Past Envision headliners include Beats Antique, Tipper, Alex Grey, Nahko and Medicine for the People, Emancipator, Rising Appalachia, Papadosio, Rootz Underground, Midnite, The Lucent Dossier Experience, Quixotic, Random Rab, and Costa Rican favorite Sonámbulo.

Now in its fifth year, the magic of previous incarnations of Envision Festival has driven travelers of all types to the scenic beaches and exotic jungles of Costa Rica each February for world-class music, adventure tours, stimulating education, meeting new friends — and one epic party. In this little slice of paradise, explorers find more than a music and art festival, with an abundance of life-changing experiences that enrich the senses and open the mind.  Globally-renowned performance artists create whimsical environments, along with interactive art installations and live painters. Yoga teachers from around the world teach rapturous classes for all levels, from those looking to expand their existing master practice to those  stepping onto the mat for the first time.

Dance under the stars all night and play all day — swimming, surfing, cliff diving and more. Hike to an enchanted waterfall and make lifelong connections in the Village. As the sun dips below the rim of the Pacific, hundreds of beautiful smiling faces glow in the remaining crimson rays on the beach, gathering to grow, celebrate and create together, to implement permaculture principles, and manifest plans that have been years in the works.

Keep your eyes peeled for the initial lineup coming soon. Discount Early Bird tickets are on sale now. Please sign up for the newsletter, read more about previous Envision Festivals on the website, and visit the links below.  Pura Vida!

 

Envision Media Links:

Envision Facebook

Envision Instagram

Envision Website

Envision Ticketing

 

About Envision Festival:

Envision festival is an annual gathering in Costa Rica that seeks to provide a platform for different cultures to inspire one another to co-create sustainable community and practice yoga, spirituality, art, music, dance performance, education, and acknowledge our fundamental connection with nature.
At the festival’s core, the Envision organizers are leaders of a sustainable permaculture movement that is blossoming throughout Costa Rica.  With initiatives such as banning single use tableware in lieu of bamboo and banana leaf alternatives, a festival wide composting system, green building and multiple spaces dedicated entirely to environmental education, it is clear that the intention runs deep.  Costa Rica, a world leader in eco-local awareness, serves as the perfect backdrop for such initiatives and the festival itself is designed to provide an example of a style of communal living that is more attainable than ever in an impressively hospitable and lush growing environment.

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If you’re not convinced on going…check out these shots from the amazing photographers who attended previous Envision Festivals.

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Corey Butler

August 7, 2012 By Michael 2 Comments

Corey Butler, a Costa Rican Gem

Costa Rica Singer-SongwriterA Costa Rican Gem! This talented artist can cover, remix and add flare to any song requested. Not only can Corey Butler cover songs, but his original tracks are splendid. He brings in a smooth vibrato with careful attention to dynamics as he plays. He blends his vocals nicely with the guitarist’s virtuoso touch. This singer-songwriter has a knack ending one song with the same chord as the upcoming song to eliminate those awkward silences between songs. He is fluent in Spanish & English and is not afraid to sing in either one.

To hear more, check him out on grooveshark or Myspace

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