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A long weekend to...
Lake Tahoe, CA · Sept. 30 - Oct. 4, 2026 · $1195 - $1495
The antidote to [gestures at everything]
Because sometimes you have to get of your element to get back to yourself
A long weekend in the Sierra Nevada with your Art Mom and Business Auntie, hiking and biking trails out your door, home-cooked meals (without the shopping or dish washing), and a group of people who believe that nurturing your creativity isn't a nice thing to do, it's how you live a fulfilled and happy life.
That's going to look a bit different for each person, depending on what YOU want. Here's a starting point, and through our pre-trip 1:1 session, we'll hone in on what matters most to you:
- Specific answers to your unique questions from a working artist and an experienced founder
- A three-part creativity curriculum designed and delivered by an experienced professor of art
- Gentle accountability from the group
- Mental space and clarity
- A live audience to bounce ideas around and tap into our collective creativity
- As much free time as you want — nothing is mandatory, so feel free to lounge, nap, or explore
- A pre-trip session so that we can refine our time together to meet your goals
This retreat is centers women, trans, and gender-expansive humans who:
- Aspire to have more creativity in their life OR identify as creatives, specifically artists and writers
- Want to apply creative thinking to their problem-solving
- Want to unearth their WHY
- Have a big idea that they want to take to the next level and are looking for real, honest feedback and tangible how-to's
- Feel like they used to be creative, or always wanted to be, or life has been getting in the way
- Are burned out, overscheduled, and/or quietly running on fumes
- Realize that creativity isn't just about making art; sometimes it's about how you approach problems and how you create the life you want
- Don't need another productivity hack created by tech bros or a rando IG influencer
- Want to slow down and reconnect in a place that actually makes it easy to leave it all behind
- Want a small, real group of people to spend the weekend with, not a touristy tour or a girls' trip with an agenda
- Need a space where they are genuinely embraced, not just tolerated
- Want logistics handled so they can be fully present
- Need a trip that respects their autonomy (introverts, you're seen)
The group size stays at 8 max so no one gets lost in the fray.
- Four nights' accommodation in a private house on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe with a private hot tub and hiking trails out the back door
- All meals — communal, prepared for you, from welcome dinner through checkout breakfast
- Three workshop sessions with Andrea Slusarski, a working artist and art professor
- Three workshop sessions with Jen Gurecki, a founder who has always done things differently
- 1:1 time with Slu and/or Jen to really dig in deep
- All supplies and materials
- Heaps of free time to hike, bike, or relax on the beach
- A curated welcome gift to spark creativity and nurture rest
- A pre-retreat creative kit mailed to your door
- Complimentary access to select future creative offerings
- 15% off future retreats and trips
Not included: Transportation to/from Lake Tahoe, bike rentals/outdoor gear, and personal expenses
“Creativity belongs to the artist in each of us. To create means to relate. The root meaning of the word art is ‘to fit together’ and we all do this every day.” ~ Corita Kent
The West Shore of Lake Tahoe is a place we have actually called home, and there's a reason why we're returning to it: Because even after all these years, it still takes our breath away. And when we need to calm our busy brains, get focused, and feel centered, this is the place we make time for.
We handle all of the heavy lifting. All you have to do is show up and [insert whatever it is that will make you feel good].
WE'VE GOT THE RECEIPTS
"Jen led us into some deep, vulnerable places and bring us back to our visions-- for our businesses, our communities and this little planet we call home. I came out of this with clarity, inspired by others and jazzed about next steps in my business. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a small, supportive group for inspiration, accountability and to dive deep into the things that matter."
"Jen's ability to bring together folks from different backgrounds & geographical areas and make us a cohesive cohort in a short amount of time was impressive and impactful. Jen has the confidence & experience to map out a program that touched on all of our goals, while also encouraging us to challenge ourselves and go deeper within."
"Andrea has such a beautiful gift for creating a space where creativity feels effortless and authentic. Her journaling practice helps to quiet the noise in the mind and reconnect with your own inner voice in a way that feels both grounding and inspiring. She always reminds me that creativity doesn't have to be this big, scary thing... It can be simple, playful, and deeply nourishing."
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Fall Creative Reset Retreat
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Fall Creative Reset Retreat
Regular price
$250.00
Your Vibe
To you, a retreat is more than a weekend away. It's a genuine pause from daily life. You're tired of optimizing, performing, and producing. You want to tap into your creativity to unlock your potential, rather than get stuck in the scroll. You want to eat a good meal with kind people and sleep as long as you want to and not check your phone every 12 minutes. You've been putting this off because it felt indulgent. And you're right. That's exactly the point.
Your identity
You might consider yourself a creative person, or you might not. You are an artist, writer, or business owner, or you aspire to be one. You want real feedback and tangible ideas to help you grow your practice. You realize creativity isn't just about making art; sometimes it's about how you approach problems and how you create the life you want. You want a space where you're genuinely embraced. You've been in spaces that claimed to welcome you and fell short. You know the difference between a rainbow flag and an actual safe space. You don't have to explain yourself or perform a version of yourself that makes other people comfortable. You do you.
Your pace
You're social, but you love your independence. This want real structure and outcomes so that you feel like your investment was worth it. You yearn for communal meals where you can really connect, and freedom to choose your own adventure, whether it's playing in the woods, unwinding on a long walk along the lake, or taking a nap. Introverts: we see you (we are you). This is your trip, and the group just makes it better.
AN INVESTMENT IN YOUR CREATIVITY & CAPACITY
Day 1, Sept. 30
Arrive and breathe. Step into gorgeous fall colors, warm afternoons, and cool evenings. Settle in with a ritual designed to comfortably disconnect you from what you left behind. Welcome dinner together, the first of many good meals around a shared table.
Day 2, Oct. 1
Start your day with a morning workshop: The Psychology of Creativity.
Andrea opens with a Welcome Draw, then guides the group through the psychology
of creativity — Flow theory, the Four-C model, and what any of it actually
means for how you live and work. Then: A Creative Finders exercise inspired by
the iconic artist Corita Kent.
Afternoon: Yours. Hike, bike, explore Lake Tahoe, or spend the afternoon doing absolutely nothing. We provide recs for the quiet beaches, incredible hikes, and best place to grab a coffee or lunch. Add in a 1:1 session with Jen or Slu for more impact.
Evening: Communal dinner.
Day 3, Oct. 2
Morning workshop: Session 2 — The Creative Process, Part One.
How does creative connection actually work? This session explores it through a
collage exercise (scissors, images, no rules), a Words as Connectors practice,
and group discussion that usually produces at least one "oh, that's why I
do that" moment.
Afternoon: Yours again to spend it any way you need. We'll be there to help you decide, should you want the recs from someone who called this side of the lake home.
Evening: Communal dinner.
Day 4, Oct. 3
Morning workshop: Session 3 — The Creative Process, Part Two.
The final session ties the arc together: phases of creativity, a Creative
Process Visualization, and the zine brainstorm where you map your own creative process into something tangible you actually take home.
Afternoon: Last afternoon. What will you do for yourself?
Evening: Before our final dinner together, you'll be both the guest and the star of our own private little "a" art show. No experience necessary and everyone gets a gold star.
Day 5, Oct. 4
Free morning to spend as you wish. Checkout isn't until 11 am, but you can always stay longer.
Frequently asked questions
Not all all, and most people do. The pre-trip Zoom calls mean you'll know everyone before you arrive. The group is small enough (8 max) that you're never lost in the crowd, but it's big enough that you'll find your people within it.
Yes. And we mean operationally, not just in spirit. Pronoun sharing is normalized and we have a zero-tolerance harassment/abuse policy that we'll back up.
Nope, this retreat is designed for people who want to tap into their creativity. No previous experience or expertise is required. Whether you're a working or aspiring artist/writer, a business owner or freelancer looking to gain clarity and new skills, or someone who's just creatively curious, this is the space for you.
But if you are, you'll have 1:1 time with Slu and time with the group to get what you need and want from our time together.
Nope. Creativity is for everyone. But if you are a freelancer, artist, and/or business owner, you will have time with Jen and the group to clarify and expand on your goals.
A maximum of eight people will be on this trip. We will all have a chance to get to know each other before the trip through an optional Zoom call.
Yes, we offer multiple payment plans. Pay the $250 deposit today and we will bill you the remainder. You can choose up to four payments and the trip must be paid in full by Septebmer 1, 2026.
Our trip includes all accommodation, meals, group workshops, 1:1 consulting and guidance from experts in their field, local recommendations, and a supportive and energizing environment.
Flights, transport to/from Tahoe, any rental of outdoor gear, like bikes.
We will stay in private house on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe. Think rustic cabin meets modern ammenities, with a hot tub and short walks to the lake and hiking trails.
Private rooms come with a queen or king bed and a shared bathroom.
If you opt for the summer camp bunk vibes, you'll be one of six people in a room with twin beds. We'll bring the eye masks and ear plugs. Or perhaps you'll be that person who brings their sleeping bag and pad and camps out on the deck. We won't be mad about it.
Healthy, nutritious, filling, warming, and home cooked. We can accommodate all dietary restrictions.
You can receive a full refund, less the deposit, up to three months before the start of the retreat. There is no refund provided for cancellations less than three months before the start of the retreat. Deposits are nonrefundable.
We are committed to creating a safe space for all participants and have a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, intimidation, and/or verbal/physical abuse. They will be asked to leave the trip and will not receive a refund.
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