JUNE 26 - 28, 2026
an immersive creative experience
FLORAL + CYANOTYPE
CREATIVE retreat
The 2026 Floral + Cyanotype Creative Retreat is open for enrollment!
Early Bird discounted tickets available now through Jan 31.
WEST CHESTER, PA
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We all need more time to notice the details. Each moment in art, nature and the creative process holds a world full of possibilities if we are open to taking a pause and looking!
Over our time together, you will learn how to press flowers, my signature techniques for creating cyanotypes on paper, fabric, be nourished by delicious, seasonal and local food all while having space to experiment and relax.
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Flower Pressing + Cyanotypes
Learn from Sarah how to create cyanotypes on paper and fabric and how to troubleshoot through many of the unpredictable and frustrating parts of the process!
takeaways: flower press + all flowers, new skills
Learn from Sarah how to gather and press flowers primarily for use during the cyanotype process. These skills can be utilized for pressing flowers for other creative projects as well.
takeaways: all cyanotypes on paper and fabric, new skills
What you will discover + create:
- Inspiration and Collection: Learn to observe and collect nature's subtle beauty for the creation of your cyanotypes and pressed flowers. We'll spend time walking and talking about what plants make for good pressed flowers and cyanotypes.
- Flower Pressing: Learn how to press flowers for the purpose of creating cyanotypes from your specimens.
- Cyanotypes: Dive into the fascinating world of cyanotype, creating on both paper and fabric. Learn how to manipulate the print with the wet cyanotype process, and how to bleach and tone your prints.
This retreat is an opportunity to learn new skills while joining a community of creatives who share your passion for the natural world and creating from nature. It's a time to slow down and connect to your creativity.
Spaces are limited for the retreat to ensure a personalized and immersive experience for every participant. Reserve your spot now and get excited about the bounty that this time together will bring forward. I am very excited to welcome you to my studio!
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Hi there! I'm SaraH.
I am thrilled to host you at my studio and home for an unforgettable retreat experience in the scenic heart of West Chester, Pennsylvania.
With over twenty years of passion and expertise in alternative process photography and bookbinding, I am so excited to guide you through 3 days of artistic exploration and personal growth.
This retreat is more than just a learning experience, it's a time to step away and immerse yourself in the journey of the cyanotype on paper and fabric, learn the art of flower pressing, and let your imagination run wild and take home a little bit of magic.
I hope to see you this summer in West Chester!
xoxo, Sarah
* studio is on the 2nd floor and is not handicap accessible
the location
Here's what I have planned for you:
If you are coming from out of town, download the guide for places to stay, local restaurants, and must-visit sites in the Brandywine Valley
*lodging is not included in the retreat price
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Bringing creatives together is my thing!
"What a wonderful way to recharge, learn and explore new techniques, while connecting with nature and other artists from many walks of life. Sarah introduced me to a new technique, cyanotypes, that I’ve never experienced before, allowing me to see my subject in a new light, and bringing the wonder and joy of new discoveries to inspire my art.
hali
"Sarah is a gracious host. She really makes you feel at home and gives you space to channel your childlike wonder and curiosity. She gives you the tools and the safety to just play. Her family is so incredibly welcoming by cooking and serving us all day, I did not want to leave! Her studio is filled with accents of whimsy and archetypes of nature, it was refreshing and exciting to walk around and explore her studio space and garden. She is organized and it makes you feel good to learn in her space. The next day and throughout the rest of my week I was energized and inspired. How lucky I felt to be able to do this for myself and my art practice. I would do it again in a heartbeat!
karen
$1750 $1400
cost
3 days of floral pressing + cyanotype education and inspiration
in West Chester, PA*
*does not include lodging
all supplies and food included
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pay in full or split in two payments
early bird price until jan 31
thoughts from past attendees
"The retreat was a gift - a low pressure time to relax, have deep meaningful conversations with fellow creatives, experiment and have fun. I left the retreat energized and grateful."
traci
"The magic that was bringing together all of these women can't be bottled up and served online."
anna
"Sarah hosted the retreat in a welcoming atmosphere, where we could learn about cyanotypes. It was organized and she did an awesome job leading and teaching the workshop. I loved the studio and the camaraderie within the group. The inspiring stories shared by other participants were uplifting, and it was wonderful to have the opportunity to share my own thoughts as well. I came away feeling truly inspired to create my own artwork. "
Rajshree
"You may be thinking, can I really step away from life? Is it really worth it to spend time in person? The answer is an irrefutable yes."
charlotte
Frequent Questions
How much is the retreat?
Prices will increase up to $1750 each month until the start of the retreat.
