in person workshop
August 25-29 2025
Pack your bags. We're headed to Italy!
Wine. Pasta. Friends. Models. Fashion.
It's all happening THIS August in Italy at Villa Michael in Lucca, Italy. Dating back to the 15th century, this villa full of exciting shooting locations and full of Italian charm.
All you've got to do is say SI!
4 nights accommodation at Villa Michaela
All meals & beverages for the duration of your stay
Group excursion with offsite dinner
Multiple luxury editorial styled shoots with models
Classroom learning and portfolio reviews
Behind the scenes photo and video
Coaching and Shooting with all of our educators
Travel Booking Assistance by our TICO Certified Travel Professional
Access to a Private Facebook Group for Attendees to Best Prepare for the Retreat
Detailed Questionnaire so we can Best Customize for our Attendees
Pricing Options
Share a room with your bestie or ask us to find a compatible business BFF. Limited number of twin rooms available.
$4500 USD
Want to spread out and have a beautiful room all to yourself? Each room has plenty of storage and an ensuite.
$5500 USD
Bringing a non-photographer spouse or bestie? We would love to have them enjoy the Villa and Italy with us! They'll join us for all meals and the excusion and off-site dinner. They can relax and enjoy the Villa while you're learning. Must be the second occupant in a Double Occupancy rate room.
$2500 USD
Ready to triple the fun and make new friends? We have one triple occupancy room available with ensuite.
$4000 USD
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Gary Evans
Recently ranked #8 worldwide for wedding photography, Gary Evans is a passionate educator pushing himself to create award winning images for his clients. Originally from Cardiff, Wales, Gary currently lives and works in Ontario, Canada. Gary's passion for a rich client experience easily translates to his students where his "no gatekeeping" approach sees others exceed their own expectations and reach new heights. His goal is pass along the knowledge and passion that has given him the life he loves.
MEET YOUR EDUCATORS
www.gary-evans.ca
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Kim Evans
An award winning designer, Kim has worked in television as art director and designer for multiple wedding shows. After building a successful floral design and decor business, Kim now focuses on creating out of the box experiences with Pop Up Weddings and I Do Box a wedding subscription box. Kim thrives teaching others how to create Pop Up Weddings and how to break boundaries in their own industries. Through vision, organization and analyzing all aspects of your business, Kim loves to see her students increase their profitability, time, creativity and lead a life they love.
MEET YOUR EDUCATORS
www.garyandkimevans.com
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Jason Vinson
Jason Vinson is a husband, father, and wedding/documentary photographer, based out of Northwest Arkansas. He has a passion for creatively documenting real moments, as well as taking epic and unique portraits.
In addition to his photography work, Jason spends countless hours educating the photography community. He has been a speaker, instructor, writer, and content creator for establishments such as WPPI, Portrait Masters, Rangefinder, PPA, Fstoppers, SLR Lounge, Peta pixel, and many more
MEET YOUR EDUCATORS
vinsonimages.com
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Sara France
Sara France is a sought-after artist in the world of luxury wedding photography. Based in Southern California, and with more than 20 years of experience, Sara has employed her entrepreneurial acumen to grow a business far beyond her personal career. She is the founder of The Copper Collective, a boutique all-female team of talented photographers, and Shay Studios, which creates a wide range of visual content for brands, with an ethos rooted in helping women succeed. Sara is a Sony Artisan of Imagery and a founding mentor for the Sony Alpha Female program. Her images were selected by Apple to be shown online and in stores around the world. She’s also an accomplished speaker whose engagements allow her to share her passion for beautifully capturing a couple’s most significant experience as well as her business expertise.
MEET YOUR EDUCATORS
www.sarafrance.com
sound good?
Bookings will be made through our travel partner
Northstar Travel & Associates
201-678 Belmont Ave West
Kitchener, ON N2M 1N6 CANADA
Direct: 519-577-2572
kimevans@northstartravel.ca TICO 2569684 IATA 67862616
***Terms & Conditions***
A Non-refundable deposit of 1,500.00USD is required at time of booking.
Final payment is due June 15, 2025 and is 100% non-refundable from final payment date to departure date.
Airfare not included.
Transportation from airport to and from the venue not included.
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