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You’re a photographer. A storyteller. You spend your days capturing love, light, and fleeting moments, turning your passion into a career. But what happens when the spark fades, inspiration runs dry, or you just need space to breathe?
Enter: Photo Camp
This retreat is for the dedicated photographer who craves creativity, connection, and a fresh perspective. It’s for those ready to step away from the daily grind, reignite their artistic vision, and step into their next season feeling inspired, supported, and more in love with their craft than ever.
This RETREAT was designed
for you.
Hoping to escape the entrepreneurial hamster wheel to reflect, recharge, & reignite?
Jess is a Maine based wedding & elopement photographer with a passion for creatively inspired documentary photography. Her intention for the retreat is to help other photographers experience the true creative reset that organically unfolded for her after spending time at The Heartspace retreat center.
"You are going to fall head over heals for this experience and want to come back every year!"
Jess LafLeur
Em is a photographer, videographer, and the visionary behind The Heartspace. The greatest art project of her life is nurturing this land to provide sanctuary for you to reconnect with what is real and true within you - within your nature. So you may return home feeling closer to your most nourished, rested, and radiant self.
"I am here to reconnect us with the spirit of childlike wonder, play, and deep restoration."
Em Frost
We cannot wait to get creative with you!
Meet your co-hosts
Nestled along the Appalachian Trail just outside Monson, Maine, we're the last stop before the 100-Mile Wilderness - where the river's edge meets the wild.
You'll be lodging in our glamping ecosystem, staying in a geodome or canvas bell tent. Restore in our forest bathing area, complete with a cedar-built rain shower, clawfoot tub powered by solar-heated hot water, and a high-tech composting bathroom space.
Here, we share space with the wild - woodland creatures, buzzing insects, and whatever weather Mother Nature brings. Expect sun, rain, misty mornings, and star-filled nights.
Get ready to immerse yourself in a true wilderness setting, where unpaved trails guide you through the land and invite you to move in rhythm with nature.
WELCOME TO THE HEARTSPACE:
YOUr photo studio in the wilderness
Pricing
inventment: $2800
Your investment includes a 4-day, 3-night stay + organic, local meals + workshops + guest facilitator experiences + curated photoshoots.
YOUR INVESTMENT
Growth doesn’t stop when the retreat ends. Beyond our time together, you’ll have access to an intimate space where ideas, insights, and inspiration keep flowing. You’ll stay connected with like-minded photographers, share work, ask questions, and continue the creative momentum through our Slack channel and our live reunion video call.
The Conversation Continues
Unleash your playful spirit with activities designed to spark joy and creativity. Play with nostalgic arts & crafts, swim in crystal-clear waters, or dive into spontaneous moments of fun. It’s all about tapping into that childlike wonder to reignite your inspiration.
Time for play
Rest isn’t just about doing nothing, it’s about reconnecting with yourself. Lounge in a hammock under the trees, take a meditative walk through nature, or simply sit in silence by the water. These quiet moments of reflection will restore your energy and refresh your mind for what’s next.
time for rest
Great art happens when you step beyond what feels safe. In our round table workshops, we’ll challenge the way you see and use shadow and light, exploring contrast, depth, and emotion in bold new ways. Then, we’ll bring those ideas to life in a curated photoshoot experience, pushing you to break the mold, take creative risks, and walk away with work that feels fresh, unexpected, and entirely your own.
Shadow, Light
& Creative Risk
Creativity flourishes when you take care of yourself, and this retreat is designed to help you do just that. Beyond the inspiring shoots and deep conversations, you’ll have space to recharge with intentional self-care experiences. Shake it all out with a sweaty dance class, indulge in a DIY facial bar, and embrace slow, mindful moments that bring you back to yourself. Because when you feel good, your artistry thrives.
Riverside
mind, body nourishment
Each day, you’ll be nourished with thoughtfully prepared meals — breakfast, lunch, and dinner, made from locally sourced, organic ingredients. Every dish is crafted with care, highlighting fresh, seasonal flavors that will fuel your creativity and keep you feeling your best throughout the retreat. Whether you’re sipping coffee in the morning light or gathering around the table for a shared meal, expect a dining experience that’s just as enriching as the rest of your time here.
FARM TO TABLE Meals
Stay with us at The Heartspace Retreat Center nestled on 23 private acres bordering the Appalachain Trail and Piscataquis river.
Choose your adventure for glamping accommodations between our brand new riverside Geodome or shared canvas bell tents.
glamping accomodations
Inside the Retreat
WE HAVE 6 SPACES AVAILABLE
Payment plans available
SIGN UP WITH A FRIEND AND EACH RECEIVE $300 OFF!
LIKE A REFRESHING DIP IN COOL WATER
ON A HOT SUMMER DAY.
Because you deserve it.
