Vision Quest: Presence, Post-Processing & Portfolio. A Luxury Retreat in Sedona August 8th-13th 2026

Welcome!

Escape to the red rock beauty of Sedona for a transformative editing retreat designed to elevate your photography and your workflow. While we’ll still chase the magic of sunrise and sunset, our main focus will be diving deep into post-processing in the peaceful setting of our tuscan villa style lightroom lounge.

Over six inspiring days, you’ll refine your editing techniques, organize your catalog, and create a powerful portfolio that reflects your unique voice. You’ll learn how to streamline your workflow, take advantage of Adobe’s latest AI tools, and bring out the full potential in every image.

Whether you’re looking to enhance, reimagine, or simply get control over your work, this retreat will guide you step by step.

Come for the views—leave with a polished portfolio and a powerful new vision.

Let the adventure begin!

The Itinerary

August 8

We will meet at 4pm at luxury home to enjoy views pool side and get settled in.

We will kick the experience off with an orientation dinner.

Then go chase our first sunset.

August 9

  • 5:15am: Sunrise (5:45 am) *optional
  • 7:30am: Breakfast
  • 8:30am - 11:30pm: Begin our editing journey
  • 12pm: Lunch
  • 1pm- 3pm: Free Time
  • 3pm- 5pm: Editing
  • 5pm: Dinner
  • 6:30pm Sunset:

August 10

  • 7:30am: Breakfast
  • 8:30am:Yoga
  • 9:30am - 12:30pm: Editing
  • 12:30pm: Lunch
  • 1pm- 3pm: Free Time
  • 3pm- 5:30pm: Editing
  • 5:30pm: Dinner
  • 6:30pm Sunset
  • 8:00pm Drinks under the stars

August 11

  • 5:15am Optional Sunrise Hot Air Balloon
  • 7:30am - Breakfast
  • 8:30am - 11:30am Editing
  • 12pm - Lunch
  • 1pm- 3pm Free Time
  • 3pm- 5pm Editing
  • 5pm Dinner in town
  • 6:30pm Sunset

August 12

  • 8:30am Breakfast
  • 9:30am - 12:30pm Editing
  • 12:30 pm - Lunch
  • 12:30pm- 3:30pm Free Time
  • 3:30pm- 5:30pm Editing
  • 5:30pm Dinner
  • 6:30pm Sunset (7:20pm*) Optional
  • 7:30- 10:00pm Night photography, star trails, Milkyway and Light Painting

August 13

  • 5:15am - Sunrise (5:45 am) *optional
  • 7:30am - Breakfast
  • 8:30am - 11:00am Final Editing Session
  • 11:00am - Departure

Our private retreat getaway

Dining with a view

Outdoor spa

Here’s what to do next...

Book your flight

We recommend flying in early on the 10th. If flying into PHX, expect a 2.5 hr shuttle ride.

Transportation

There are 2 Airports to fly into to get to Sedona

FLAGSTAFF AIRPORT which is the closest small commercial airport to Sedona, just a 40-minute scenic drive south through beautiful Oak Creek Canyon.

PHOENIX SKY HARBOR INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (PHX) Most Sedona visitors fly into Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport located 2.5 hour drive from Phoenix to Sedona. We will share with you an address for the shuttle to drop you off at.

We will be providing transportation throughout the workshop to all locations. However, due to everyone's unique flight schedules and departure locations, we ask you to make arrangements to get from the airport to the hotel. We recommend using the Groom Shuttle Service.

Shuttle Services -Groome Transportation https://groomesedona.hudsonltd.net/res

We will be providing all transportation from here on in for the rest of the trip. There is no need to rent a car. If you would like to rent your own car feel free to do so.

Gear Guide

  • Computer with Hard Drives
  • Digital Camera Body (DSLR or mirrorless is fine, (smartphones are welcome too)
  • Wide angle (12-24, 16-35 etc) - great for wide sweeping landscapes and nightscapes
  • Medium telephoto (24-70, 24-105) - great for all around photography landscape to portrait to moderate close up and detail shots
  • Telephoto - (70mm and beyond) - great for compressing the landscape and tighter compositions
  • Sturdy tripod with ballhead & tripod plate
  • Extra batteries
  • Memory cards
  • Remote shutter release (tethered or wireless)
  • Filters (Optional) Circular polarizer, Graduated Neutral Density filter, 10 Stop Neutral Density Filter

For Night photography

  • A headlamp
  • Flashlight
  • Light painting tools (optional)

Additional Items

Image Editing

  • A Laptop with Adobe Lightroom Classic.
  • External Hard drive or enough space on your laptop for images taken on the trip
  • A small extension cord for your laptop

Clothing

  • T-shirts, Shorts, Windbreaker, Raincoat
  • Sweat shirt
  • Bathing Suit

Power

  • Small external battery charger to charge your phone on the go

Payment

Fee $3650 (per person)

What this includes

Lodging – 5 nights at a Luxury Sedona home ( Single Occupancy)

🚐 Group Transportation – Van rental for local shoots and excursions

👩‍🍳 Catered Meals – Beautiful, nourishing meals throughout the retreat

🏞️ Access to local parks and sacred sites

🌀 Vision Quest Experience – A guided journey to inspire your creative vision

👩‍🏫 2 Instructors – Personalized attention, editing instruction, and portfolio support

What is not included

  • Airfare to/from Sedona
  • Transportation to/from hotel
  • Hot Air Balloon

Cancellation Policy

  • Deposits are non-refundable.
  • Your spot is reserved once a deposit is received, which covers planning and logistics in advance.
  • More than 60 days prior to the workshop: Full refund minus deposit or a full credit (including deposit) toward a future workshop.
  • 30–60 days before the workshop: 50% refund of total amount paid (excluding deposit), or full credit toward a future workshop.
  • Less than 30 days: No refund, but we’ll do our best to fill your spot. If we can, you’ll receive a credit toward a future event.
  • If we cancel:
  • In the unlikely event the workshop must be canceled (due to weather, illness, or unforeseen circumstances), you’ll receive a full refund—including your deposit—or the option to transfer your payment to another workshop.

Questions?

We're here to help answer any questions you may have and ensure you have an amazing experience. Feel free to reach out to either of us anytime you wish.

Educators: Clifford Picket

Cliff@CliffordPickett.com

Educator: Susan Magnano

  • Email: Susan@photouradventures.com
  • Phone: 845 629 1518