Rooted Awakening:
Utah Salt Flats
July 19-22, 2027
When you're rooted, your creativity follows.
The most meaningful photographs aren't created by simply learning a new pose or camera technique. They're created by photographers who feel connected. To themselves, their purpose, and the world around them.
Rooted Awakening Retreat is an invitation to pause, heal, create, and return home carrying more than a full memory card.
10 spaces available, $2,650 per person (payment plans available)
The Elopements:
The Elopements:
Medieval Gothic Romance
Step into a world of dark romance where old meets the ethereal landscape of the Salt Flats.
Embracing a palette of deep oxblood, black, antique silver, and rich ivory. Think aged metals, tarnished silver, velvet ribbons, lush florals, and hints of crimson fruit.
Art Deco Desert
Inspired by the glamour of the Art Deco era and the warmth of the American Southwest.
The palette is centered around deep emerald greens, warm garnets, and tonal reds. Think velvet draping, polished brass, crystal glassware, and geometric styling softened by organic desert elements.
The Wellness:
Foot Zoning
an alternative holistic therapy involving precise pressure and massage techniques applied to the entire foot, aiming to balance physical, emotional, and energetic system.
Reiki Healing
a Japanese energy therapy that uses gentle touch and relaxation techniques. It relies on the concepts of universal energy, hand placements, and complementary care.
Aura Reading
An alternative practice that analyzes the unseen spiritual energy field surrounding a person. Practitioners use intuitive sight or biofeedback technology to interpret the colors, size, and vibrations of this field to gain insight into a person's emotional, physical, and mental well being.
Tarot Reading
A practice where a person uses a deck of special illustrated cards to gain insight into the past, present, or future. Rather than telling a fixed future, it serves as a tool for self-reflection, guidance, and exploring personal choices.
Journaling + Reflection
Use your Rooted Awakening journal and prompts to dive deep into self reflection.
Night Cap Sound Bath
a meditative experience where you lie down and listen to soothing sound waves and vibrations produced by singing bowls.
FAQ
1. What is included in the Rooted Awakening Retreat?
- Your Stay at Above the Flats
- A stocked kitchen
- 2 design heavy Micro-weddings
- All wellness sessions
- Rooted Awakening journal + prompt sheet
2. What airport do I fly in to?
You'll want to fly into Salt Lake City Airport. The Bonneville Salt Flats are approx. 1 hour and 40 minutes from the airport.
3. Do I need a rental car?
You will need an SUV rental car due to the nature of the Salt Flat's landscape. We will connect attendees who are arriving and departing during similar timeframes to coordinate car sharing.
4. What will the daily schedule look like?
July 19th: Check in day
- Check in at 12:00 PM
- Journal prompts, life chats
July 20th:
- Daytime wellness sessions, evening elopement
July 21st:
- Daytime wellness sessions, evening elopement
July 22nd:
- Check out by 10:00 AM
5. I'm new to wedding photography, is that a problem?
Of course not! We welcome you with open arms!!
What attendees are saying:
"I will be reflecting on this experience for weeks to come. I love every single one of you and will absolutely be at the next one. And every single one there after."
"I loved the photography part and it certainly exceeded my expectations, but this group of girls was really the highlight for me. I felt so seen, accepted, and loved!"
"I'm emotional and sad to leave. But If I wasn't heartbroken then was what we had even real?!"
"Every single one of you reminded me that humans can be incredible, and that community is a fundamental reason to exist."
"Thank you all for such a transformative trip! I think my soul needed this more than I realized."
PRICING:
$2650 ($500 deposit, payment plans available)