You're invited to step into the beauty of The Cauldron to be photographed on the glorious pink velvet couch, captured on the historic stairs and against old brick, and possibly even photographed outside (weather and time permitting).
This isn't a typical photoshoot. It's a ritual experience designed to help you step into your power, open to your own beauty, and actually feel good in yourself. You'll be held in that energy and in any intentions of how you want to express your many facets in front of the camera, supported by our photographer Kat and by each other.
Most of us have a complicated relationship with the camera and photos. Whether you freeze up, delete every photo, judge your body, smile and pose on demand, or just never feel quite like yourself in pictures, you're not alone. In this half-day ritual and photo experience, we'll harness the energy of the Spring Equinox and the themes of emerging and blooming right where you are, just like the plants and flowers around us.
To begin, we'll gather in circle, share what we want to embody, and call in the energy we want to hold. Through movement, intention, and a little playful magic, you'll ease into the experience naturally. Each participant receives an individual reading with Cyn for spiritual support. Some of the offerings overlap each other to make the group experience more fluid.
The day includes:
tea, treats, and truffles on arrival,
a ritual circle gathering with affirmations & intention-setting,
guided movement and games for embodiment,
flower essences to maintain energetic boundaries & help with being seen,
a personal reading for individual insight and guidance,
a fluid photo session including three different scenes,
time for outfit & makeup changes,
a closing circle to release built up energy, and
40 professionally edited photos delivered within a couple weeks.
We'll move through three different photo settings. There's space between your camera time for outfit and makeup changes, and participants can help each other with styling and holding energy during the shoots. Cynthia and Nicola have a selection of vintage clothing you're welcome to explore, and if you want to incorporate their cauldron or other tools from the witches' collection into your photos, you can. That said, this doesn't have to be a "witchy shoot." Bring your own vibe, and bring your own clothing and anything that feels like you.
You'll receive 40 professionally edited photos delivered a couple weeks after the event. You'll also see other unedited images so you can opt to pay to have more images edited. Some women use the photos for their work. Some share them. Some keep them just for themselves. You can print them or keep them digital. But the images aren't really the point — the experience is.
Come as you are. We're here to help hold you in your radiance.
Space is limited to 8 participants. Reserve your spot to secure your place at the retreat.
The Cauldron is located upstairs, and the space has 2 cats.
Kat Bacchus is, among other things, a professional photographer known for authentic brand photography and Empower Walk photoshoots. During shoots, she coaches you to hang onto your power by letting the camera witness you as you are and with your desired intentions. As with all photographers, she maintains the rights to the photos she takes BUT she knows the challenges of being an entrepreneur. She allows her clients to use their images in ways that suit them in this modern digital landscape. You can colorize, collage, alter, crop, layer, add text and play with them. Credits are not required although appreciated. View samples of her portfolio on Instagram @katbacchusphotography