Let's get you out of your
Comfort Zone
and into your
Potential
We're here to empower you in crafting a life and a career that fills you with passion. Attending these retreats will help you attract your dream clients while building an impressive portfolio. These retreats are meant to be just that; a chance to get away and get creative. With a supportive community backing you up, you'll learn so many new ways to pose, guide, and document love... this will change everything!
what to expect
Carpools from the airport + to-from shoots
at our retreats
Group outings and dinners (we bond over food lol)
Opportunities to pose and direct at each shoot
working with vendors local to that area
q&a - ongoing and open convos throughout the trip
unique lighting situations and little things to challenge you creatively
creative shoots and locations that you many not not normally get an inquiry for
learning opportunities from other attendees
building a bond and positive community of photographers that uplift and encourage each other.
chances to capture once-in-a-lifetime locations
work with models and couples who have experience in front of the camera
free time to explore and roam around whatever city we're in.
some locations are all close-by, while others are a little over an hour or so, so road trips may be involved, too! Yay bonding!
I'll handle all the details, all you gotta do is get yourself there!
SO WHAT IS INCLUDED IN MY TICKET COST?
ALL LODGING
MODEL COMPENSATION
PERMIT FEES & APPLICATIONS
VENDOR FEES
DRESS RENTALS
PROPS & ACCESSORIES
FLATLAY DETAILS
AIRFARE
TRANSPORTATION (WE ALL USUALLY CARPOOL THOUGH!)
PLANNING COSTS
on me
on you
Photography retreats offer a unique opportunity to recharge, learn, and grow both personally and professionally. Imagine immersing yourself in workshops and igniting your creativity in ways you never thought possible. It's a chance to step outside your comfort zone, embrace new techniques, and gain valuable insights from fellow photographers. So, why should you invest in photography retreats? Because they're not just about enhancing your skills; they're about fostering connections, finding inspiration, and taking your business to new heights. So, pack your camera, bring an open mind, and get ready for an unforgettable experience that will leave you refreshed, inspired, and ready to conquer the your next season!
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Faq
Frequently Asked Questions
These retreats are for everyone! From the 5+ years experienced to the newer photographer wanting to build their confidence and portfolio! You belong here! You'll be surrounded by a group of creatives who are happy to share insight, shooting tips, and help build each other up!
I try to plan one big destination retreat per year! It takes me about a year in advance to plan one of these so I have to start wayyyyyy ahead! There are a limited amount of tickets per retreat so be sure you're following along on socials to get the latest updates and releases!
It varies each trip! Sometimes we're renting out a huge house that can sleep 10+ people, sometimes I take it on a smaller scale and do about 5-7 tickets!
It depends on the scale of the trip! I try to keep things super affordable while making sure we go all out for gowns, rentals, locations, and the overall experience! Each trip varies from $1000-$2000. Yes! There are payment plans available to help you invest smartly and easily!
Most of the retreats are 2-3 days full of shooting! That means 4-6+ shoots per trip! They vary from bridal style to editorial style to engagement style! You'll get a great variety of content!
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