AWAKEN YOUR INNER CREATIVE™ with ELLI IOANNOU 

immersive photography-based retreat

ATHENS / May 6-9th

Expand your horizons through the language of photography & transformational travel with cultural immersion in a vibrant, reimagined Athens.

A unique creative retreat ideal for entrepreneurs, in-house communication, marketing teams , content creators & photography enthusiasts.

Apply your new skills for professional communication or personal self expression.

Start your journey of  creative discovery & re-connection through the language of photography with Paris based photomedia artist Elli Ioannou. 

Learn how to apply photography  as a visual communication tool for personal & professional creative solutions ; discover how creativity can enhance your daily wellbeing; explore a re-born Athens and its rich cultural history.

HOW DOES THIS APPLY FOR PROFESSIONAL USE?

• entrepreneurs make impactful + informed image choices for your brand or internal/external communicaitons; work more effectively with photographers for your visual assets

• As a digital content creator enhance your visual narrative through better understanding photographic language

• for photographers seeking to re-ignite your creativity & develop your career to the next level.

  HOW DOES THIS APPLY FOR PERSONAL USE?

• Personal transformation via creativity & cultural immersion in Athens. Ignite your creative self expression for joy & wellbeing.

  Daily Overview/

Elli has designed simple yet creative photography exercises with specific themes. Each day we begin with a foundation gathering , at hidden gems of Athens, mini presentation of the daily topic, followed by our on-field workshop .On-site reviews, feedback and using case studies to illustrate how it can be applied within professional or personal communication.

Be transformed by cultural experiences curated by Elli and her team in Athens. Creative activation with a Gong + Sound bath experience with our guest creatives THE SACRED OASIS Angelos Gavrias + Alexandra Solomos. A unique 3hr experience at  SOUNION  & the Temple of Poseidon 

Bonus gift /

ATHeNs- our muse 

Many often pass by this ancient city on their way to the islands, most have been at least once. However we are exploring a reborn Athens, sharing some of its hidden gems, sometimes in the steps of the  ancient Greeks, and through the lens of creative photography.  Whilst we will have opportunities to photograph Athens during our daily experiences , the focus of the photography exercises is not travel photography but a journey in visual storytelling. 

is this retreat for you ? /

• for entrepreneurs - make impactful + informed image choices for your brand , or presentations ; work more effectively with photographers for your brand 

• for photographers- seeking to re-ignite your creativity & develop your career

• are you curious to combine creative learning with cultural immersion in the Hellenic capital of Athens

• are you seeking to expand your horizons either for personal or professional purposes from a new perspective and meet new people

• are you ready to pause-create-connect &  be part of an intimate group of 8 individuals?

what is included/

• Photography Workshop tuition with Elli Ioannou

• Sound&Soul: Unlock Your Creative Flow Gong +sound bath .A unique 3hr experience at SOUNION with guest creatives THE SACRED OASIS Angelos Gavrias + Alexandra Solomos.

• 4 nights-3 days immersive creative  photography retreat with curated cultural program

• 3 photography workshops -with DAILY feedback at curated locations of athens

• A FINAL REVIEW session + PRESENTATION OF GROUP PHOTOGRAPHY on Day 03

• Daily morning CREATIVE CIRCLE ™ at different locations of Athens

• Daily cultural experiences + hidden gems of Athens

• Welcome dinner & daily lunch included

• Transport for the daily programs 

Important dates/

EARLY BIRD OPEN UNTIL APRIL 1ST
RETREAT DATES :  May 6, 7 & 8 *departures 9TH

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How can I apply what I learn to my work ? 

As an entrepreneur you can use photomedia content with an informed understanding of how it can support your brand.

If you work with photography content as a designer or an art director

Whether you are choosing the photos , or commissioning -briefing a photographer , or actually taking the photos - You will be able to choose images which communicate the key message effectively.

As a digital content creator enhance your visual narrative through better understanding photographic language.

As a photographer -elevate your career by re-igniting your creativity & gain fresh perspectives for your brand.

As a freelancer creative - you can have a competitive edge with potential clients or employers as this retreat will provide you with additional professional skills 

How can I apply what I learn for personal use ? 

Personal transformation via creativity & cultural immersion discover your creative self expression.

Do I need to have photography experience ? 

Not necessarily -the emphasis is on understanding photography as an effective visual communication tool.Elli teaches some key fundamental yet simple tools which you can easily apply for professional or personal use.

What equipment do I need ? 

A lightweight mirrorless camera with a versatile lens (24-70mm), DSLR or even a smartphone !