NOURISHING YOUR CREATIVE MIND, BODY HEART AND SOUL

A TRANSFORMATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY AND WELLNESS RETREAT FOR WOMEN

NEW DATES LAUNCHING SUMMER 2024

A HOLISTIC PHOTOGRAPHY RETREAT THAT PROMISES TRANSFORMATION

We'd both been searching for a community and experience that reached beyond the boundaries of simply just a "retreat" or “workshop”.

So we created one.

Our intention with Alkeme Retreat is to curate a process of transformation, our role is to skillfully guide you through a 5-day journey where you walk away feeling like something has shifted, lifted, moved, opened, or transformed.

Part of what matters most to us is deep, meaningful, soulful, safe connection with other women and relationships that support us to become our biggest, most creative selves.

DAILY NOURISHING MEALS

PHOTO WORKSHOPS + STYLED SHOOTS

YOGA/ MEDITATION + EMBODIMENT PRACTICES

PRIVATE SWIMMING POOL IN THE JUNGLE

4 NIGHT STAY IN SEMI PRIVATE ROOM

BEACH AND CENOTE EXCURSIONS

CIRCLES AND OPTIONAL CACAO CEREMONY

HEALING SOUND BATH AND SO MORE

WE ALL NEED SPACES & PEOPLE THAT GIVE US FULL PERMISSION TO REDISCOVER OURSELVES

✓ Learn how to give space to your own authentic creative voice, making work feel more easeful, intuitive and in flow.

✓ Remember and learn why you got into photography in the first place, coming back to what feels like you.

✓ Learn how to listen to your body. Reset your nervous system. Your body is one of your best business tools. Tap into it, learn from it, learn how to make it your compass.

✓ Feel the warmth of supportive creatives around you, people who get you and want to see you rise, cheering you on and building you up.

  • “How do I even begin to describe the life-changing experience that was Alkeme retreats? For 4 days I was held with love and acceptance by an incredible group of creative women. And let me tell you… my heart has longed for this type of meaningful connection for my whole life. During this time I was given unrestricted permission to let my creative energy flow and evolve. This experience has shown me the power of creative indulgence: a process whereby a dream becomes a tangible creation. And I have concluded that this practice is essential if I want to sustain my love and passion for photography.” - Morgan P

  • “Healing. Sisterhood. Vulnerability. As I reflect on my time at Alkeme these are the words that come to mind.

    Sisterhood: this word that I had shared during a closing circle. Building such wonderful connections with the women was something that my heart so deeply needed. I am grateful to have been able to walk the path of life with each of you, even if it was only for this moment.

    Vulnerability: not only for the openness we all shared but the vulnerable part of myself that I want to hide. Healing the shame I feel about the depth of my heart and finding confidence in bringing this part of me into my photography and helping my clients step into this space.

    I can't say anything that can even come close to explaining the gratitude I have for Jill and Jen for holding space and making the retreat what it was. Finding a retreat that brings my love of wellness and photography together was more than I could have ever imagined.

    I have never felt more held by a group of women in my life.” - Alli L

  • I went on a photography retreat in Canada a few weeks ago and it was actually life-changing for me. I have honestly been putting off posting because I truly don’t know how to put into words how great of an experience I had. I felt grounded, connected back to the artist in me, and left knowing where I wanted to go in the future with my business and my art. I met and connected with some of the most amazing women who created the space to be (and find) myself. This retreat was seriously one of the nest things I could have done in my busiest season ever. I have so much clarity for my art and my business! - Katie P

YOUR ACCOMMODATIONS

LUNITA JUNGLE HOTEL

We could not have found a better space that holds an energy that aligns more with Alkeme’s values and intentions than Lunita.

We will be staying in the Jungle, 20 min from the Cancun Airport in Puerto Morales, Mexico. What we love about the space we have chosen is that we will have the best of both worlds during our time in Mexico: Jungle, Ocean and Cenotes.

Lunita Jungle Hotel is a sustainable eco-retreat that’s been thoughtfully and intentionally designed to help you reconnect with yourself and nature. It's founders Nico and Giulia have curated a space centred around healing and connection with the natural world. On site you will find:

- Our own private pool

- A fire pit for evening bonfires

- Winding pathways to wander

- Outdoor yoga/meditation platform surrounded by jungle plants/flowers/birds

Each room has:

-Two beds

-Private Garden

-Private bathroom

-Fridge, fan, closet

WE’RE SO HAPPY YOU FOUND US

We are Jennifer and Jillian and we feel such immense gratitude to have this opportunity to create something meaningful and transformative for others. We truly believe that this retreat has been a missing piece in our industry and in so many women's lives. We think this retreat is pretty magical - but don't take our word for it, read the beautiful testimonials below.

Jennifer is a wedding photographer and educator with 16 years of experience, podcast host, mother of three and endlessly curious individual. She will guide you through the art of storytelling, and how to implement your soul into your work. See her portfolio here.

Jillian is a photographer, women’s mentor, energy + embodiment practitioner, facilitator, and alchemist in her own right, bridging the gap between creativity and wellness. She will guide you deep into the creative essence of your Self.

Learn more about Jill here.

STYLED SHOOTS TO ENHANCE YOUR PORTFOLIO

We will have 3 unique styled shoots, designed with a mix of editorial and emotion in mind. You will come home with content for your website, reels and posts as well as inspiration you will take into every shoot onward. Because our group size is limited to 14 people, you will have ample time and space to create beautiful images from each of the sessions.

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

✓ Photography Workshop with Jennifer Moher

✓Embodiment practices with Jillian Arsenault

✓ Three styled shoots to enhance your portfolio

✓ Your own photo session

✓ Sound bath and cacao ceremony

✓ Semi Private accommodation for four nights

✓ Rest and relaxation in Mexico

✓Sisterhood and support

✓ Excursions to the ocean and a cenote

✓Daily nourishing fresh meals

✓A once in a lifetime experience that will transform the way you flow through your business and life

FAQs

  • We have set up a shuttle to and from The Cancun Airport. Once you have booked your retreat ticket, before you book your flight check in with us for shuttle pick up times.

  • No, you are responsible for booking your own flight to Cancun Mexico.

  • If you have additional questions that are not listed here, please feel free to reach out via the contact page.

  • We will be staying in an 8 bedroom retreat space in the Jungle. Everyone will get their own bed, and two beds to one room. Each room has a private bathroom and private garden.

  • We take allergies and sensitivities very seriously, please let us know and we will 100% accommodate. We will also be implementing a scent free space as a way to keep things as chemical free and natural as possible.

  • We will be sending out a list of items to prepare before coming, including your camera, bathing suit, etc. We will also have an instagram group for communication and introductions before the retreat!