The experiences we create are a personal invitation to explore one’s self, to discover new possibilities, to grow and heal, and to emerge with less limitations, deeper insight, and richer connections to self and others.

Lulu McPharlin, Founder and Creative Director of Emerge EXP and Emerge Art SpaTM

Art Spa –

sensory-rich immersive art experiences

that provide relaxation, exploration, connection, and inspiration

The Science Behind Emerge Art Spa

At Emerge Art Spa, our experiences are rooted in Neuroaesthetics—the study of how art and sensory-rich experiences impact the brain, body, and behavior. Research shows that engaging with multi-sensory art can reduce stress, boost mood, enhance creativity, and even promote healing. Our brain and nervous system respond to these types of experiences by releasing feel-good chemicals, deepening relaxation and fostering a sense of connection with ourselves and the world around us. Through thoughtfully designed experiences based on emerging research, we help dissolve stress and limitations, making space for inspiration, intuition, and transformation.

emerge art spa
  • We are deeply committed to providing meaningful art experiences that encourage the dreamer and calm the inner critic.
  • We strive for inclusivity and accessibility in our art experiences.
  • We collaborate with other businesses, facilities, artists, and communities to produce artful installation experiences that dissolve stress and help dreams take shape.

Where can you try an Emerge Art Spa experience?

Currently, our studio is located in the Midvale Main Art House in Midvale, Utah. We have a few small art spa installations as well as some “take home” multi-sensory art experiences for you there! Coming in March 2025, we will be hosting an Art Spa pop-up event where you will be able to come in and select an Art Spa experience from our menu for a nominal fee. Some of these experiences will invite you to create while others are designed purely for sensory immersion. We can’t wait for you to see what we have in store for you! Something unique that you’ll notice about our experiences is that we elevate immersive experiences through embodiment involving multiple senses and blurring the boundaries between what is YOU and what is ART! Please fill out the form at the bottom of this page if you’d like an invitation to our Art Spa pop-up events! In the meantime, try a sample of an immersive art experience with our Tea Time Sensory Meditation below!

Try a Tea Time Sensory Meditation from home Now!

Dive in to the world of multi-sensory art experiences by coming to our Immersive Photography Retreat in Costa Rica!

May 31-June 6, 2025, we will be co-hosting an immersive art spa retreat with a focus on turning your photography into art while we connect with ourselves, with each other, and with nature in this beautiful country. Have a look at the introductory video below to learn more!

You are invited to come with me to Costa Rica for an immersive art photography retreat!

Click here to learn more about the immersive retreat!

We would love to collaborate!

Please contact us if you want to talk more about:

  • Co-hosting an Art Spa retreat experience
  • Learning more about neuroaesthetics for designing your wellness space in a powerful way
  • Connecting and collaborating with us on a project
  • Hosting a pop-up Art Spa experience in your location

Midvale Art House

As a member of the Midvale Art House, we are committed to collaborating with other artists and local business owners to build a strong and inclusive arts and culture district and to enrich the lives of our community members through art experiences. Please stop in to visit our in-house installation and to meet the other artists!

Get an invite to our next Art Spa Pop-Up Event!

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