PHOTOGRAPHY & FLORAL

WORKSHOP RETREAT 

A restorative + re-energizing retreat for florists and photographers alike with hands-on opportunities for elevated styled shoots to strengthen and build your portfolio, learn, and connect.

HOSTED AT KURTZ ORCHARDS

This year’s Floral & Photography Workshop Retreat will take place at the stunning Kurtz Orchards in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Surrounded by lush orchards, vineyards, and a serene pond, this historic estate provides the perfect setting for wedding-style photography.

Over two days, the floral team will design three distinct bridal scenes, while the photography team capture a model couple in full bridal attire to build their portfolios. This hands-on retreat is an opportunity to refine skills, create stunning imagery, and elevate your brand in an inspiring natural setting.

SCENES OVERVIEW

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YOUR FLORAL INSTRUCTOR

MEET HILARY

ALSO KNOWN AS WILDWOOD FLORAL + EVENT DESIGN

I’ve always been drawn to the beauty of nature, spending childhood summers picking wildflowers and exploring the woods. After a decade in the floral industry, I’ve worked at some of Canada’s top venues. I brought my expertise overseas to create breathtaking ceremonies in destinations like Portugal, Greece, and France.

For the past three years, I’ve been the visionary behind all of Park Hill Studio’s floral installations, creating immersive environments that have drawn thousands of creatives to photograph and use them as backdrops.

I remember feeling unsure where to start, so this retreat is my way of helping others build confidence, learn the craft, and bring their floral visions to life.

YOUR FLORAL INSTRUCTOR

MEET ALEX

ALSO KNOWN AS FOREVER WILDFIELD

I started in the wedding industry in 2010 as a planner, and by 2015, I had shifted my focus to designing wedding flowers after spending a few years taking workshops and designing for family and friends. My passion for planning, nature and design is perfectly wrapped up in my role as creative director of Forever Wildfield and I truly get to live out one my dreams growing my business. I live in Guelph, ON with my husband James, daughter Charlotte, and our furry friends Oliver, Fluffy, and Pearla. When I'm not at the studio working, you can find me on hiking trails, at the beach, or in the garden

There is something so wonderful about utilizing flowers to create an arrangement that will evoke so much more emotion for the recipient. The truth is, flowers say a lot of things we may have difficulty saying in our own words. We use them to convey messages of joy, compassion, appreciation, empathy, sorrow, and love. They inspire us to enjoy the moment and share in that joy with others. With our floral studio now located in Guelph, Ontario, naming my business Forever Wildfield is my way of honouring my roots and sharing who I am with all of my clients during such a joyful time in their own lives

RETREATS FOR FLORISTS

ONE DAY RETREAT

  • Date: June 3rd 

  • Location: Kurtz Orchads

  • One-on-one time with professional models 

  • Intimate instruction with both Alex and Hilary 

  • Floral installation set: Fashion-forward bridal + Alfresco Italian dinner 

  • Branding photos (Each florist will receive professionally edited photos of their work, portrait shots of themselves in action and portfolio photos of the shoot)

  • Lunch 

  • Gift bag 

  • Elegant dinner and conversation 

  • Connections and a supportive environment

  • 9:30AM-10:30AM

    • Arrival

    10:30AM-1:30PM

    • Installation teaching

    1:30PM-2:30PM

    • Break for lunch

    2:30PM-4:30PM

    • Centrepiece and bouquet design, 1 hour each

    4:30PM-5:30PM

    • Taking branding photos

    6:00PM-8:00PM

    • Dinner

    8:00PM-9:00PM

    • Depart

$2,150.00

TWO DAY RETREAT

  • Dates: June 3rd - 4th

  • Location: Kurtz Orchads

  • One-on-one time with professional models 

  • Intimate instruction with both Alex and Hilary 

  • Floral installation set: Fashion forward bridal + Al fresco Italian dinner 

  • Branding photos

  • Lunch 

  • Gift bag 

  • Elegant dinner and conversation 

  • Connections and a supportive environment

  • Overnight accommodations at Cruickston Park

  • Brunch on October 8th

  • Portfolio review with guided goal setting

  • Additional floral installation set: Whimsical shower brunch

  • 9:30AM-10:30AM

    • Arrival

    10:30AM-1:30PM

    • Installation teaching

    1:30PM-2:30PM

    • Break for Lunch

    2:30PM-4:30PM

    • Centrepiece and bouquet design, 1 hour each

    4:30PM-5:30PM

    • Taking branding photos

    6:00PM-8:00PM

    • Dinner

    8:00PM-9:00PM

    • Get into comfy clothes!

    9:00PM-10:00PM

    • Late night wine and fire chats, debrief

    10:00PM - Onward

    • Bedtime!

  • 7:30AM-8:30AM

    • Coffee and light breakfast

    8:30AM-10:30AM

    • Fireplace installation

    10:30AM-11:30AM

    • Business chats, portfolio review, goal setting

    11:30AM-12:30 PM

    • Sauna Relax

    1:00PM-2:00PM

    • Brunch

    2:30PM

    • Depart

$2,700.00

TOP 5 THINGS

YOU’LL LEARN

✔️ HOW TO DESIGN FOR A LARGE-SCALE CEREMONY INSTALLATION

✔️ CENTREPIECES & STYLING - BUILD YOUR OWN TO CONTRIBUTE TO A LARGE TABLESCAPE

✔️ FLOWER SELECTION & COLOUR THEORY

✔️ ARRANGEMENT & MECHANICS TECHNIQUES

✔️ CREATIVE DESIGN - HOW TO USE TEXTURE & COLOUR PLACEMENT

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YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY INSTRUCTOR

MEET TIFFANY

ALSO KNOWN AS TIFFANY LYNN PHOTOGRAPHY

I’ve had a passion for photography for as long as I can remember, there is something so special about capturing the raw moments and I thrive on these candid, honest and real emotions. Over the years, I’ve transformed my passion into a thriving photography business that has taken me and my camera around the world. Now, I want to share my years of knowledge and insight with creatives who want to kick-start their career in professional photography.

I very much remember the feeling of standing behind a lens and wondering what I was doing. I barely knew how to change modes on the screen, much less how to build my portfolio. If you can relate, be encouraged! I’ve been there. This retreat is what I wish I would have had back then, which is why I know it will help you.

YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY INSTRUCTOR

MEET TORY

ALSO KNOWN AS LOVELY SPARROW

Meet Torry, a wedding photographer with a love for reading, coffee, and discovering new cities and cute cafes. Having captured the important milestones of over 300 couples, her joy-filled images are a testament to her passion for love in its purest form. Known for her warm personality, Torry makes everyone feel at ease in front of the camera, turning photo sessions into unforgettable experiences.

TOP 5 THINGS

YOU’LL LEARN

✔️ Advanced Styling Techniques: How to create & capture stunning styled shoots that enhance your portfolio and attract high-end clients.

✔️ Creative Direction: Methods for effectively directing models & clients to achieve the desired aesthetic & storytelling in their photos.

✔️ Networking & Collaboration: Building connections with fellow photographers, sharing insights, and learning from both instructors and peers.

✔️ Branding & Headshots by Industry Leaders: A Unique opportunity for photographers themselves to have images of them in action as well as professional headshots at the illustrious Kurtz Orchads.

✔️ Portfolio Review & Intimate Styled Shoot: For a deeper and more intimate experience, opt for a one night stay which includes one on one portfolio review with industry leaders and an intimate styled shoot.

RETREATS FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS

ONE DAY RETREAT

  • Date: June 3rd 

  • Location: Kurtz Orchads

  • Lighting Guide 

  • On-site guidance if desired 

  • Opportunity to shoot floral installations at Cruickston Park

  • Lunch

  • Each photographer will professionally edited photos of themselves in action and portfolio photos of the shoot

  • Elegant dinner and conversation

  • 9:30AM-10:30AM

    • Arrival

    10:30AM-1:30PM

    • Shooting couple portraits and flatlay details

    1:30PM-2:30PM

    • Break for lunch

    2:30PM-4:30PM

    • Shooting installation

    4:30PM-5:30PM

    • Shooting tablescape

    6:00PM-8:00PM

    • Dinner

    8:00PM-9:00PM

    • Depart

$2,150.00

TWO DAY RETREAT

  • Dates: June 3rd - 4th

  • Location: Kurtz Orchads

  • One-on-one time with professional models 

  • Intimate instruction with both Alex and Hilary 

  • Floral installation set: Fashion forward bridal + Al fresco Italian dinner 

  • Branding photos

  • Lunch 

  • Gift bag 

  • Elegant dinner and conversation 

  • Connections and a supportive environment

  • Overnight accommodations at Cruickston Park

  • Brunch on October 8th

  • Portfolio review with guided goal setting

  • Additional floral installation set: Whimsical shower brunch

  • 9:30AM-10:30AM

    • Arrival

    10:30AM-1:30PM

    • Shooting couple portraits and flatlay details

    1:30PM-2:30PM

    • Break for Lunch

    2:30PM-4:30PM

    • Shooting installation

    4:30PM-5:30PM

    • Shooting tablescape

    6:00PM-8:00PM

    • Dinner

    8:00PM-9:00PM

    • Get into comfy clothes!

    9:00PM-10:00PM

    • Late night wine and fire chats, debrief

    10:00PM - Onward

    • Bedtime!

  • 7:30AM-8:30AM

    • Coffee and light breakfast

    8:30AM-10:30AM

    • Business chats, portfolio review, goal setting

    10:30AM-11:30AM

    • Shooting fireplace

    11:30AM-12:30 PM

    • Sauna Relax

    1:00PM-2:00PM

    • Brunch

    2:30PM

    • Depart

$2,700.00

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