Intimate Retreat is a small-group fine art photography experience designed for photographers who want to slow down, see more intentionally, and create meaningful photographs.
This retreat is centered on learning how to truly see—understanding simplicity, balance, composition, and the emotional power of photography.
More than a photography workshop, Intimate Retreat is an immersive experience where photographers learn to see with greater intention and create meaningful photographs through simplicity, balance, and composition.
Most photography workshops teach you how to use your camera.
Intimate Retreat teaches you how to see.
We won't spend our days chasing camera settings, social media trends, or tourist hotspots.
Instead, we'll focus on what matters most:
Seeing before shooting
Understanding composition
Working with simplicity and balance
Creating photographs with intention
Developing your personal voice
The goal is not to collect images.
The goal is to create meaningful photographs.
Intimate Retreat is ideal for photographers who:
Already understand the basics of photography
Want stronger composition skills
Seek honest critique and mentorship
Want to refine their portfolio
Feel ready to develop a deeper artistic voice
This retreat may not be ideal for complete beginners seeking technical camera instruction.
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Dates: December 14–20, 2026
Maximum Participants: 5 Participants
Location: Siargao, Philippines
Guided photography sessions
Composition walks
Daily critique sessions
Portfolio reviews
Group discussions
Welcome dinner
Farewell dinner
Because of the small-group format, every participant receives personalized attention and direct mentorship throughout the retreat.
As a fine art photographer, my work has always been rooted in simplicity, balance, and timelessness.
My teaching philosophy reflects the same approach.
I believe strong photographs begin long before pressing the shutter.
They begin with learning how to see.
Intimate Retreat was created to share that philosophy in a meaningful and personal way.
If this philosophy resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you.
Complete the inquiry form below, and I'll personally get back to you with more information.
Thank you for your inquiry.
Because Intimate Retreat is intentionally limited to a small group, each inquiry is personally reviewed.
You will hear back soon.
