Frequently Asked Questions
I’m flying in from out of state! Where’s the nearest airport?
I recommend flying into the Portland, Maine airport (PWN) which is about an hour and 35 minutes from our airbnb in Bartlett, New Hampshire. This will be the closest option with the least amount of driving involved.
Because the photoshoot is going to take place in the middle of a beautiful mountain range, there is a drive required from any of the local airports. I recommend grabbing a rental car and enjoying a nicely-paced, scenic drive up north to take in the beautiful foliage!
The Manchester, NH Airport is also a fantastic option, about 2 hours away.
If you’ve ever flown into Boston before, it’s also a great option in terms of flight availability. The city traffic can be a little overwhelming for some people and it’s a bit farther than the other 2 options.
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What’s actually included?
I wanted to make this retreat as simple and accessible for everyone as possible, so lodging & all food is included in the full-retreat ticket price.
FOOD:
Healthy Grab & Go breakfast & Lunch options such as protein muffins, fruit, smoothies, wraps & granola bars will be provided. A family-style dinner will be served on Day 1 which will feature a variety of protein options & sides, Pizza Party on day 2 with late-night snacks and a farewell brunch will served on check-out day.
I will send out a questionnaire ahead of time to all ticket holders to ask about allergies and dietary preferences. I am Serve Safe & Allergen certified, so I’ll make sure everyone has adequate food to safely enjoy and to sustain you during your stay!
LODGING:
We have a big, cozy private cabin rented! There’s a shared bunk room containing 2 bunk beds (4 single beds) for up to 4 individuals. There is also a large living area so you can spread out and hang in between sessions.
BESTIE DISCOUNT: If you & your friend both book a full-retreat ticket, you’ll receive $600 OFF total, or $300 OFF each ticket!
THE EXPERIENCE:
Day 1:
Portrait, Surprise Proposal & Engagement Session with Couple #1
Evening education talk: How to level up your client consultation process & find clients that align with your values, how to have pricing conversations & closing the deal.
Demonstration: How AI can help improve your workflow & group editing session >> Open Book Q & A!!
Day 2:
Start to finish elopement day:
We’ll start the day with breakfast & some free time! You can explore the nearby shops or enjoy mingling with other attendees!
LUNCH: Grab & Go Lunch & Snacks
We’ll begin photographing around 2pm at the cabin with “the morning of” photos, Bridal Portraits, Flat Lays & Details. We’ll be broken up into small groups & rotating through stations so that everybody has a chance to direct the models as well as do some group-shooting.
Around 4pm we’ll take a drive up the mountain’s auto road where we’ll do a full golden hour/ sunset mountain-top elopement with: First look, vow reading, ring exchange & Portraits.
Around 6:30 we’ll head home to the cabin for a Late Night Direct-Flash “Just Married” Photoshoot with the “newly weds” and a Pizza Party (Vegan & Gluten-Free options available!)
>> Ft. direct flash tutorial & Shutter-drag demonstration
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WHAT IF WE WANT TO BOOK OUR OWN LODGING/ PRIVATE ROOM?
I understand that some of you like to travel with your spouse, or maybe you’re just more private! With that in mind, we are offering a select number of discounted Full Retreat Tickets for those of you who want to book your own lodging. ($1000 per ticket. $499 OFF)
This option will still give you access to the house between certain hours for the elopement-day photoshoot, education on Day 1 & the dinner Pizza Party on Day 2.