Women’s Immersive Photography Retreat
September 1-4, 2026 ~ Bailey, Colorado
Registration opens on April 15, 2026, with only be 34 spots available.
Tickets are $799 plus your chosen accommodations onsite. Be sure to be a subscriber to receive a discount.
Grow your craft through the lens and beyond
Our one-of-a-kind Women’s Photography Retreat is thoughtfully designed to welcome photographers of all levels, from curious beginners to seasoned professionals. Nestled in Colorado’s serene forest at the base of the Rocky Mountains, we will take you into an immersive space focused on developing your skills, building connections, and inspiring creativity, while forging lasting friendships and sharing a few laughs along the way.
To keep this event small, there will only be 34 spots available!
Guided small group outings led by professional women photographers, passionate mentors known for their supportive teaching and ability to inspire photographers at every level (including an outing to the Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms). Our three honorary, professional photographers will be announced soon.
Small, hands-on group sessions with fun, creative projects.
Reflective journaling and inspiring exercises to unlock your artistic vision.
Round table discussions filled with key photographic topics to enrich your craft.
Networking events and portfolio walks where you share 10 of your printed portfolio favorites or project images.
Dedicated time to rest, recharge, and find real inspiration and connection.
Move beyond the camera as you share meals, stories, and laughter with women who get it. The friendships made here have a way of lasting.
What to Expect
Grow your craft:
Go beyond camera settings. Uncover your unique perspective, shape your visual stories, and experiment with playful projects that spark new creative directions.
Find your tribe:
Surround yourself with passionate artists who celebrate your journey. Form bonds that last long after the retreat ends.
Go beyond the lens:
While photography is at the heart of our retreat, you are invited to explore new art forms and creative play. Push your artistic boundaries and discover fresh inspiration. See the world through a new lens.
A photography event beyond the ordinary
This retreat is for you if
You’re a woman or non-binary photographer at any stage, ready to reconnect with why you create and experience something deeper than a typical workshop or retreat.
If you’ve been feeling stuck, creatively or personally, and are craving a shift…this space offers clarity, fresh perspective, and renewed energy.
If you’re curious about exploring your work through writing and reflection, you’ll discover new ways to express what your camera alone can’t capture.
And if you’re longing for a true pause, a chance to breathe, create, and focus on yourself alongside like-minded creatives, this is your invitation to reconnect with your creativity, your voice, and your purpose.
~ Itinerary
**Subject to changes
Day 1 - Starts at 4:00 pm
Arrive at Glen Isle Resort, check in, register, and settle into your cozy accommodations before gathering at the Kiva for our welcome reception. Here, you’ll meet fellow creatives, become oriented with our exclusive access to the 100 acres of beautiful, mountain property, and start to settle into a relaxing and fun atmosphere. Together we will enjoy heavy hors de ouvres and refreshments.
Day 2
Welcome the morning light with your camera at leisure with coffee or in one of our small groups. Step into the Kiva for breakfast before immersing yourself in creativity by making your own hand-bound book for journaling and collecting photographs. Enjoy a guided morning writing session to learn techniques and ignite your spark for writing about your work. Have lunch before grabbing your printed portfolio to share with others during our portfolio walks. Grab your camera gear and carpool to the Denver Botanic Gardens. Head back our lovely retreat for dinner and other optional activities.
Day 3
Greet the day with a serene sunrise photo session and journaling. Afterward, bring your laptops to the Kiva where we will download and view our botanical images (and any other images) and engage in a guided editing session. After lunch, we will share expertise and ideas in round table discussions and get to know each other a little more through a guided networking event where you may review professional photography websites, discuss marketing, and other topics. We will wrap up the day’s activities by making our own print using alternative processes before having a lovely dinner by the river. Choose the rest of your evening by wandering and photographing, journaling, or joining in the portrait shoot so you have a new professional photo for your website or social media.
Day 4 - Wraps up at 11:30am
On our last morning, we’ll head out for a peaceful walk in nature to enjoy the morning light, sharing casual conversation. We’ll gather for a brunch at the Kiva to reflect and write before our final activities and print exchange.
What's Included
Ticket to our first “immersive” women's retreat
Introductions and orientation via Zoom before the event
All supplies for the creative activities
All meals, snacks/drinks throughout: 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
Permits and Fees
Network with fellow creatives
Access to multitude of learning resources
Inspiration, new ideas, and creative processes
Post processing sessions
Connection with other people interested in learning
Photography walks with like-minded individuals
Opening reception with heavy hors d-oeuvres
Experience of a lifetime
What's Not Included
Lodging - Choose your lodging when you register
Flights
Transportation
Travel insurance (highly recommended)
Location, Lodging & Transportation
Where rustic charm meets serenity and creativity
Location: The retreat location is in lovely Bailey, Colorado, nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains, just 45 miles from the Denver airport. Situated along a scenic curve in the South Platte River, Bailey serves up healthy doses of beautiful canyon scenery. Its mountain-wilderness backdrop lends a particular charm to this sleepy mountain town.
Lodging and venue: The Retreat will be held at the Glen-Isle Resort listed on the National Register of Historic Places at 573 Old Stagecoach Rd, Bailey, CO 80421.
The Glen-Isle Resort is a historic gem built in 1901 with cabins recently remodeled with upgraded comforts and historic charm where we have exclusive use of the property to include more than 100 acres to roam and photograph. Stay in one of the fourteen historic cabins or camp in the secluded and beautiful outdoor campground voted #1 Hipcamp in the US.
Transportation: The Denver International Airport is the closest location to fly into if you are unable to drive directly to the venue. Transportation is not included, however, prior to the retreat, we will connect you with other participants so that you might be able to make car-sharing plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please look below to learn the answers to some of our most commonly asked questions.
If your question is not answered here, please email us at info@outdoorphotoalliance.com.
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The women’s retreat in Bailey, Colorado will commence at 5:30 PM on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. It is advisable to arrive early on that day for check-in at 4:00pm and some relaxation time before the start of the conference. The event will conclude at 11:30am on Sunday, September 4.
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Once you register for an event, you will receive an email with valuable information, an electronic form with questions such as diet restrictions, access to private groups, recommended clothing/gear particular for our destination, etc.
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Lodging is not included in the ticket price; however we have secured the whole property all cabins are being held for our group at a discounted rate. Be sure to choose your accommodation onsite when you purchase your ticket to the event
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Yes! Your ticket includes heavy hors d-oeuvres at the opening social, three breakfasts, two lunches, two dinners, and drinks and snacks during the day.
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After you purchase your ticket, you will receive an email where you may specify your needs so that we can have options for attendees with dietary restrictions.
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We specifically choose locations that have handicapped accessibility. If you have special circumstances you would like to discuss, please email us at info@outdoorphotoalliance.com.
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It is not required; however, we highly encourage you to stay onsite so you can be completely immersed throughout the retreat. If you are considering other lodging options, please email us first (at info@outdoorphotoalliance.com) so we can be sure to have a plan.
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All lodging at the Glen Isle Resort is reserved for ticketed retreat guests with limited space that will not accommodate a partner or children unless your partner purchases their own ticket and is attending the retreat.
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The closest airport to Bailey is the Denver International Airport, approximately 1 hour away.
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Tickets are non-refundable. It is possible to transfer your ticket to someone else, but please let us know in advance by emailing us at info@outdoorphotoalliance.com.
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Please note that we do not offer single day tickets. We encourage participants to stay for the duration of the event to receive the full, immersive experience.
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Certainly! Our retreat site is located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains on more than 100 acres of private land along the South Platte River. We will photographic opportunities as well as editing sessions carved into the retreat schedule.