Summer 2027 Retreat
June 15 — 18, 2027 | Sedona, Arizona
“Night walks, sisterhood, pure adrenaline, full blown music in the car with my best friends I just met but feel like I’ve known forever. Deeply in love with the world for three days.”
DIDI VON BOCH
A 3-night gathering for work, rest and community
Early bird pricing ends Nov 1
Vision
Join us at Orchard Canyon deep in the heart of Arizona’s Verde Valley.
MEMORY CULT is a global community connected by our enduring passion for the photographic life. At the Summer Retreat we meet in person to rest, share incredible meals, create photographs, present work and dialogue into the night around the fire.
The retreat is for those craving rest in the cathedral of nature, uninterrupted time to devote to a project and those travelers who like to balance contact with alone time.
The Summer Retreat is a creative sabbatical — a rest from responsibility and a reconnection with our practice & purpose.
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PAY IN FULL
One payment of $1700
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TWO PAYMENTS
Two installments of $875
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THREE PAYMENTS
Three installments of $600
“A beautiful time of bonding with my MC sisters. Laughing, dancing, intimate conversations, connection and friendship. The beautiful setting was a gift.”
NICHOLE TOMJANOVICH QUINN
Images from the Summer 2025 Retreat. Super 8 stills by Sara Weir and Nicole Leoné Miller.
Retreat Schedule
Tuesday, June 15th
Check In
Welcome Dinner
Wednesday, June 16th
Breakfast
Creek Swim
Lunch
Portraits in the Garden
Dinner
Thursday, June 17th
Breakfast
The Magic Patio Live: Presentation of Photo Books
Lunch
The Magic Patio Con’t
Dinner
Friday, June 18th
Closing Breakfast
Check out
“To be in retreat with women observing one another, seeing you seeing them, mirroring, reflecting, shining their light upon you and vice versa. So grateful for MEMORY CULT and its exceptional members coming into my life.”
MUKASHA DADAJANOVA
FAQ
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Yes. The Summer Retreat is an exclusive gathering for MEMORY CULT members. These retreats are an extension of the community we've cultivated online, offering an opportunity to deepen existing connections, form new friendships, and spend meaningful time together in person.
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Your retreat registration includes three nights of accommodations, all meals, and participation in all scheduled activities. Airfare and transportation to and from the retreat are not included. Attendees are responsible for arranging their own travel.
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Our accommodations at Orchard Canyon include three cabins, each shared by two guests, and a larger house accommodating four guests. All lodging is shared, offering an opportunity to connect with fellow retreat participants while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Sedona.
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Yes. Our time together includes The Magic Patio Live, an opportunity to share photographic books and projects with one another.
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Absolutely. This retreat is intentionally designed as a sabbatical—to balance collective experiences with solitude and unstructured time. There will be opportunities to explore, photograph, rest, read, or simply enjoy the landscape. You are not expected to participate in every activity.
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June in Sedona is typically warm and dry. Orchard Canyon's creekside setting offers a natural swimming hole where attendees can cool off and enjoy the surroundings. Attendees should pack sunscreen, hats, swimsuits, and lightweight clothing suitable for warm summer days.
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Yes. All meals are thoughtfully prepared by Orchard Canyon's on-site chef, with menus selected in advance of the retreat. Dietary restrictions, allergies, and individual preferences can be accommodated.