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IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES

Where art, nature, and ritual meet to create moments of transformation.

These immersive sessions invite you into carefully curated worlds shaped by water, light, texture, sound, and symbolism. Each experience is a sensory journey — part styling, part ceremony, part story — designed to awaken intuition, ignite creativity, and help you step more fully into your becoming.

From river-set dining and botanical milk baths to forest immersions and conceptual editorial worlds, these offerings are portals into something deeper.
Something embodied.
Something unforgettable.

Enter the experience.
Let it change you.

In Water Dining

A Sensory Ritual of Water, Light & Connection

Wearable myths. Sculpted silhouettes, ethereal textures, and otherworldly designs crafted for those who embody magic in motion — perfect for styled sessions, editorial work, and visionary projects.A table set in a river or creek becomes an otherworldly dining scene — barefoot in water, surrounded by nature’s soundtrack, wrapped in ambient light and intentional decor. Perfect for couples, creatives, birthdays, collaborations, and “once in a lifetime” moments. These sessions blend ceremony, beauty, and playful enchantment, creating a truly unforgettable experience.

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Outdoor Milk Bath Sessions

Surrender & Sensual Alchemy

A milk-bath becomes a sanctuary of glow, color, texture, and embodiment. Whether citrus, florals, herbal infusions, or earthy botanicals, each bath is curated to express your mood and energy. Perfect for intimate portraits, branding, elemental photo sessions, or personal transformation work. These sessions are tender, cinematic, and deeply empowering.

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Forest & Nature-Rooted Immersions

Enter the wild. Become part of the landscape.

These immersive sessions take place in the Northwoods — moss beds, river stones, lakes, pines, sandy beaches, bogs, fallen trees, and forest clearings. Each location becomes a stage for transformation as you step into a world shaped by natural elements and intuitive styling. Perfect for portraiture, branding, ritual expression, or creative collaborations.

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Styled Editorial & Conceptual Art Sessions

Where vision becomes visual poetry.

Custom concepts are brought to life through props, wardrobe, symbolism, and mood. These sessions blend worldbuilding with personal mythology to create imagery that feels cinematic, expressive, and deeply intentional. Ideal for artists, musicians, authors, brands, and creative souls seeking visual storytelling beyond the ordinary.

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Immersive Collaborations for Photographers

Backdrops, styling & sets designed to elevate your craft.

Photographers can book immersive sets — curated spaces of texture, props, wardrobe, and mood designed to enrich your sessions. Ideal for mini-sessions, styled shoots, seasonal offerings, portfolio building, and creative collaborations. Each set is crafted to tell a story and support your vision.

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Ceremony, Celebration & Personal Rites

Mark the moment. Honor the becoming.

From birthdays and milestones to spiritual rites and personal journeys, these immersive spaces create meaningful, symbolic environments where participants feel held, seen, and celebrated. Ceremony styling may include wearable art, altars, botanicals, rituals, and intentional decor.

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Dress the moment. Embody the mood.

Pop-Up Boutique
Add-On

Many immersive art sessions pair beautifully with pieces from the Wild-Hearted Woman Pop-Up Boutique. Earth-woven pieces, boho layers, textures, and accessories can be rented or curated specifically for your session.

Let’s Create Something Unforgettable

Whether you’re seeking a custom piece, a ceremonial garment, or a wearable work of art for photoshoots, performances, or personal transformation, I’d love to explore your vision with you.

Location & Booking

When the experience calls, answer.

Sessions take place across the Northwoods Vilas and Onieda Counties— rivers, lakes, forests, fields, and curated spaces. Indoor options available by request. Every immersive art experience begins with a conversation to align vision, mood, energy, and intention.

Located in St. Germain, WI Travel available upon request.

Get In Touch

715-337-5485 Text is Best

Studio @Art Start

68 S. Stevens St.

Rhinelander, WI 54521

By appointment

shelleylynnnovotny@gmail.com

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