HEY THERE,
LOVERS OF ART AND BEAUTY!
INSPIRA is a special offering from the bottom of my artists heart.
For the very first time, I am teaching my way of photography. And let me tell you — it is not your everyday approach. This journey will not only help you become a better photographer, but also a more connected one — more connected to yourself, the world around you, and to your muse. You will grow more courage to go for what you want.
I’ll touch on what I consider to be the most crucial aspects of photography: learning how to be in front of the camera by learning the art of self-portraiture, guiding group photo shoots, and diving into technical elements like editing, working with scenes, fabrics, and light. We’ll work with beautiful muses in a location that is full of poetry.
You will leave my space full of inspiration, new tools to work with and full of otherworldly experiences with a notch of sacred chaos.
Because that last one is the secret ingredient to art, if you ask me.
Are you curious what it means to breath life into your visions? Do you dare to take the leap?
This is
Inspira
10th-12th of October 2025 | Berlin | open to all genders
3 days in the most stunning Location in Berlin,
1 online course to teach you the art of editing.
Let me take your hand and guide you through this course—a symphony of four chapters designed to awaken your inspiration, deepen your confidence, and bring you closer to your unique creative expression. Inspira means “to breathe life into,” and that’s exactly what I want you to experience. Alongside teaching you essential technical skills, I’ll create space for you to explore and develop your own ideas, all while being supported by me and my team of inspiring artists from diverse fields.
Chapter 1
The Art of Self-Portraiture
Day One of our retreat is designed to bring your vision to life through your own body and mind.
You’ll learn how to build a world that holds your vision—a space where you can fully embody and vibrate that idea with every cell.
We’ll guide you step-by-step on how to set up your camera and environment so you can confidently capture yourself.
Bring an idea, an outfit, or a mood you want to explore, and we’ll support you in creating the perfect scene.
The retreat space will be filled with fabrics, props, and tools to play with—everything you need to experiment, express, and create your own little world.
You will receive a little inspiration sheet beforehand with a lot of impulses how to get inspired for your own photograph.
Probably from 12pm - 7pm o’clock at Salon Incanto
Chapter 2
Muse in Motion
Magic translated to Light and Props
On Day Two, you will meet one — or perhaps even two — of my beloved Muses.
My Muses are deeply embodied beings, present to inspire you and be captured through your unique artistic lens. They are not your normal model that just poses. Their superpower is to feel deeply and use the whole body to express their rich inner landscape.
This day will unfold in two parts:
In the first part, I’ve prepared a series of practices where you’ll learn my personal secrets for creating with ambient and natural light. I’ll show you how I use fabrics and props to make my images more vibrant and storytelling-rich, how I guide and direct a model, and the subtle techniques I use to give my work that dreamy, analogue-like magic. Together, we’ll explore a range of creative methods that form the foundation of my visual language.
In the second part, our Muse(s) will move through the opulent space of Salon Incanto, embodying a small narrative — a story in motion. You’ll be invited to observe, follow, and photograph her as she flows through the space. By the end of the session, she’ll be open to receiving your ideas, allowing you to bring your vision to life. I will be by your side to support and guide you, especially if you feel stuck or need inspiration.
By the end of this day, I want you to walk away with a range of new techniques on how to use light, props, and intuition to make your art ooze beauty, story, and depth. This will be a space of shared inspiration — where we uplift and expand each other’s creative potential.
Probably from 12pm - 7pm o’clock at Salon Incanto
Chapter 3
The Art of Group-Photography
On day 3, you will step into both roles — the Muse and the Artist.
We will begin with a gentle embodiment journey, helping us arrive in the shared energy of the group. The idea is that we all wear coordinated outfits (more information will follow), and I will guide the creation of one large, atmospheric scene with everyone included.
Afterward, each of you will have the opportunity to orchestrate your own group scene. You’ll step into the role of director — bringing your vision to life, guiding others, and capturing the moment.
My team and I will be right by your side to midwife your vision, offering support, technical help, and gentle guidance. I’ll help you learn how to communicate your concept, direct the group with clarity and kindness, and refine the small details that can elevate your creation.
And always: if at any point you feel you’d rather step out and not participate in someone else's vision, that is completely okay. You’re in full control of your experience.
Being both in front of and behind the camera will give you a deeper understanding of the artistic process — how it feels to be guided, and what it takes to guide with intention. This dual experience is a powerful way to grow as a creative and as a storyteller. To learn how to stand confident in your vision.
Probably from 12pm - 7pm o’clock at Salon Incanto
Chapter 4 - Online
Learn the Art of
Editing
The Editing Class
About a month after our in-person journey, I will host a live Zoom session where I’ll edit one of the group shots I created during the retreat. You’re welcome to join live and ask questions, or watch the recording in your own time. I’ll also share the image I’m editing so you can practice alongside me and apply what you learn directly.
Over the years, I’ve developed my own unique editing style using Lightroom and Photoshop. If you prefer, you can use Photoshop Camera RAW instead of Lightroom — the techniques I share will work either way.
This class will offer valuable insight into how I already envision the edit while I'm shooting. I’ll walk you through every detail of my thought process and share all my editing secrets with you.
For me, editing is just as important as the shoot itself. Especially when working with group images, I often make subtle adjustments to enhance the story and beauty of the moment — all while keeping the final result looking natural and effortless.
This online class is designed to elevate your editing skills and deepen your understanding of how to bring your creative vision to life.
Online, recording available. Day will be announced after the retreat.
from chaos to form
Becoming the artist I needed to be
I’m an autodidact—a self-taught photographer who, seven years ago, decided to dive headfirst into this craft and never looked back. I’m still shooting with the same old camera I started with. She’s far from perfect, but over time, she’s become my partner in crime—a witness to my growth and a quiet reminder that it’s not the gear that defines the art.
My path has led me through countless transformative retreats and creative spaces, each one shaping how I see the world and how I tell its stories. I’ve continually placed myself in unfamiliar territory—spaces that stretched me, challenged me, and at times left me feeling completely lost. But it was within that friction that I learned, adapted, and evolved. I discovered how to hold space for others, how to guide people through their own transformations, and how to weave my inner witch into my work—blending art with ceremony to create intentional, soul-led experiences behind the lens.
One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is how to stand firmly behind my ideas—even when I didn’t yet know how to bring them to life. I’ve had moments where I shared a vision with a group, only to be met with 20 confused eyes staring back at me. Being an artist is deeply vulnerable. You reveal something precious and raw. In those moments, insecurity crept in—but I learned that if I stay connected to my spark, others will feel it too. I learned how to guide people into feeling themselves, how to build journeys that lead to the manifestation of a vision. I learned how to hold my idea as my steady vertical, while staying fully open to the moment, the space, and everyone around me and enter a flow state.
My journey is proof that powerful photography isn’t about expensive equipment or formal education. It’s about something much deeper. Yes, you need to understand your settings and the language of light. But more importantly, you must connect—with the space, with people, and with your own creative spirit, your vibrant madness. You must learn how to translate a feeling into a frame, how to move with the unknown and ride the wild waves of chaos with curiosity, courage, and heart.
This course is my invitation to you. My wish is to take you into the heart of my experience—to help you grow into your most inspired, bold, and fully expressed self. To open you up and ignite something within. The world needs more artists who create from inspiration and devotion. The world needs more voices that dare to be different, that burn with truth.
The world needs you to reclaim your talents and fully lean into that which you can bring: your full self.
Dates & Facts about
Inspira
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A beautifully crafted workbook shared with you beforehand, filled with inspiration for our journey. It will also include a short meditation to help you access your creativity, along with other wonderful tools to prepare for Inspira.
A recording of our editing session, where I will share my personal techniques and creative process.
Full access to a rich collection of props, fabrics, and magical items that I use in my own work. Imagine a giant moon or bags full of white feathers – treasures to elevate your vision.
Use of a high-class location that normally costs nearly €1,000 per day to book – yours for this experience.
The presence of professional muses, experienced in conveying deep emotion and storytelling through their expressions and movements.
A photo contract for you to sign, ensuring clarity and professionalism throughout our collaboration.
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A Camera or a Good Phone:
I work primarily with a DSLR camera and have the most experience supporting that setup. It’s absolutely possible to participate using a phone, but please note that I won’t be able to guide you as thoroughly.Basic Camera Experience:
Ideally, you should have some familiarity with your camera settings. If you're new to this, don’t worry — you can either reach out to me, and I’ll share a few short videos covering the essentials, or you can purchase a ticket for my Introduction Course, which will take place about a month before Inspira. (More details below.)Editing Software:
I edit using Lightroom and Photoshop. The software is available as a package for only 24€/month here. While my process involves both programs — starting in Lightroom and finishing in Photoshop — you can achieve similar results using just Photoshop. I’ll demonstrate my full editing workflow during our session.A Tripod & Remote (Optional but Recommended):
For self-portraiture, a tripod and a small remote are very helpful. I have a few extra camera tripods available – let me know in advance if you'd like to borrow one (first come, first served). I can also assist you in buying the right tools, just reach out.Your Favorite Lenses:
I work exclusively with prime lenses and highly recommend bringing a 35mm and a 50mm with an aperture of f/1.6 or lower, if you have them. That said, the course is absolutely possible with any kind of lens — bring what you love and feel comfortable with.
Retreat Date
10th-12th of October 2025
Timeframe
to be announced
Editing Course (Online)
to be announced - you will receive a recording
10- 12 spots available
Prices
Early Bird (3 available): 670€
Regular Price: 770€
Supporter Price: 850€
All prices include taxes. To secure your spot, a 50% deposit is required at the time of booking. Please note that this deposit is non-refundable, as it helps cover upfront costs for the retreat. Spots are reserved once the deposit is paid.
The full course price needs to be paid till the 1st of September.
Payment plans available. Reach out and ask!
An opulent haven
will hold us
as we journey on
In the heart of Berlin-Friedrichshain, we will gather at Salon Incanto — a space I know intimately, as it has been the muse for many of my photoshoots.
It is a place that radiates nostalgia and poetry, offering a rich variety of elements to inspire your creations. Here, you’ll find an old bedroom, a slightly out-of-tune piano, beautiful wooden floorboards, vintage furniture, Venetian masks, and much more.
It feels truly special to bring you here, as many of my favorite creations have come to life within these walls.
You need some
extra guidance?
I gotcha.
Beginners Class: Learn the settings of your camera
I will hold a little introduction course to teach you how to use your camera.
You can share your camera model before hand and I will research the ways to use if for you.
We will create a little set and take pictures of each other using those settings.
It will happen in September in my apartment in Berlin, the date will be announced shortly.
Time 1,5-2hours -
Cost 90€
Editing
You can book me after the retreat to help you edit your footage. We will meet online or in person and I will help you to edit your footage created during the retreat.
Cost 50€/hour
FAQs
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No, you will not have to be naked. There may be some nudity involved, as I tend to attract a certain kind of creative spirit, and it’s part of the artistic atmosphere of the course.
Even on the last day, when we dive into a group process, you are always in control of how much you choose to reveal. My idea for that day is a theme of black boudoir or black outfits, so you can decide your own level of comfort and expression.
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Ideally, you should have a basic understanding of your camera settings — for example, how to shoot in RAW, adjust shutter speed, aperture (f-stop), and ISO, and use manual mode.
That said, if manual mode isn’t your style, it’s completely fine to shoot in automatic mode as well. My focus will be more on the creative process of making art rather than the technical side. But we will for sure guide you also and show you how to alternate your settings. It will be just not the focus of the course.
That said, if manual mode isn’t your style, it’s completely fine to shoot in automatic mode as well. My focus will be more on the creative process of making art rather than the technical side.
If you're new to these settings or want to build more confidence beforehand, you're very welcome to join my Introduction Course, which will take place about a month before Inspira. It’s designed to help you get comfortable with your camera so you can make the most of our time together.
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As much as I would love to offer that, this course comes with significant costs. The venue alone costs €3,000, and in addition to that, you’ll enjoy delicious snacks and have the opportunity to work with a professional model.
I can offer you a payment plan. Reach out and ask me.
I’ve done my best to keep the price fair while ensuring a high-quality, inspiring experience for everyone involved. Thank you for understanding.
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This retreat is non-residential, which means you’ll need to arrange your own accommodation, as well as breakfast and dinner.
During our time together, we’ll provide some delicious snacks, lovingly prepared by a super talented chef, to keep you nourished and inspired throughout the day.
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All participants will be asked to sign a contract.
This is important because we’ll also be photographing each other during the course. My goal is for you to leave Inspira with a collection of beautiful images you can use and publish — and for that, we need to mutually grant each other usage rights.
But don’t worry — you’ll have full control over how you're portrayed in the photos. You can always step out, if you don’’t agree with someone elses vision. The contract is simply a clear and respectful way to define our creative boundaries. It ensures that everyone is on the same page, so we can co-create with trust, freedom, and clarity.
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To secure your spot, a 50% deposit is required at the time of booking. Please note that this deposit is non-refundable, as it helps cover upfront costs for the retreat.
If you need to cancel your participation, please inform me as soon as possible.
However, for cancellations made 21 days or less before the event, I won’t be able to offer any refund, as most costs will already be committed by then.If you cancel a month before the event I can offer you a 50% refund. The deposit is non-refundable.
Thank you for your understanding.
