A WARM WELCOME TO ARTSISTERS!

I wanted to create a home base for all the details of the retreat. As we move closer to our time together, I’ll be sending small invitations and gentle prompts to help you begin tuning into what’s ready to unfold creatively — along with practical details as they arise. For now, there’s nothing to prepare or figure out yet. Just an invitation to start noticing what’s stirring creatively, and how your inner voice is asking to be heard.

More to come soon, but in the meantime, if you have any questions, always feel free to reach out! Maybe someone else is wondering the same, so don’t hesitate and I can add it here for all of us to benefit from your curiosities.

Can’t wait to be with you all soon!
Elizabeth

RETREAT OVERVIEW

Date: May 24-30, 2026

Start/end time: We will begin our journey late afternoon (around 4pm) on May 24, and end late morning on May 30th (around 11am).

Location / Venue: We will be staying at a wonderful place named Casa Colab, which is located near Aldeia do Meco, just 45 minutes south of Lisbon.

Getting here: A little bit closer to, I’ll be asking you to fill me in on your arrival and departure plans so that we can coordinate the transfers from Lisbon to the venue (provided in the cost).

FAQs

Is there anything I should do to prepare for the retreat?
I will send a questionnaire a little closer to, for logistical details. I will also offer a few gentle invitations to explore what your creative heart might be calling for during the retreat, but they’re optional. Otherwise, just enjoy the fact that you’ve signed up and are gifting yourself this experience.

What are the start and end times for the retreat?
We will gather in Lisbon in the late afternoon on May 24 around 4pm , and arrive back in Lisbon around 12pm on May 30. Exact times will be confirmed as we get closer and determine the pickup points for the transfers from Lisbon to Meco.

How will we get from Lisbon to the venue?
I will be organizing a few group transfers from Lisbon to the venue on May 24, and for the return on May 30. As we get closer, I’ll ask for your travel information and then I can determine the best spots for pickup. There will likely be a pickup from the airport, perhaps one from central Lisbon if some of you will be coming early to explore the city.

I’d love to spend a few days before or after in Portugal, any tips?
It’s a wonderful idea! I’ve got a blog post on my website that shares my thoughts on this, but feel free to shoot me questions after you read it.

When is the next payment due?
April 15! I will send each of you a link for payment in early April.

I need an invoice, can you send?
I plan to send everyone a receipt once we complete our payments in April. If you need one sooner, for your deposit, just let me know!