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Dear Creatives,
I have been sitting on this news for a while, and today, I finally get to share it with you—I am hosting a 5-day art retreat in Portugal this November!
The Art to Income Retreat will take place November 13-17, 2025, and it’s designed to be more than just a getaway—it’s a space for artists to truly transform their creative businesses. Whether you’re looking to refine your pricing strategy, develop a stronger brand, or gain clarity on your long-term goals, this retreat will give you the tools, confidence, and mindset to build a thriving, sustainable art business.
Tune into today’s podcast or listen at the top of this email for all of my thoughts!
Why This Retreat? Why Now?
If you’ve been following my journey, you know I believe deeply in the power of goal-setting and taking intentional action. Ironically, I didn’t set out with a clear plan to host an artist retreat—at least, not at first. But I had been toying with two ideas:
* Bringing women together for a transformative coaching experience.
* Creating an opportunity to do something abroad.
At the same time, I was building my 2025 vision board, and—what do you know?—a picture of a women picking lavender and a chateau in Europe (that looked a lot like Portugal) made its way onto it.
Here’s where things get even crazier: I created that vision board on a Monday. By that Friday, I received an email from Sofia inviting me to lead a retreat in Monsaraz. Tell me that wasn’t meant to be.
But I didn’t just stumble into this opportunity. It came from years of preparation—through The Founders Society, The Club, and my own strategic planning—proving yet again that luck favors the prepared. (Listen to the podcast for the full story!)
This was a pinch-me moment, but more importantly, it felt like the perfect opportunity to create something that would truly impact you—the creative who is ready to build a thriving, sustainable business.
What to Expect at the Art to Income Retreat
This retreat is designed to help you:✔️ Refine your pricing strategies and ensure you’re charging what you’re worth✔️ Build a sustainable business model that aligns with your unique goals✔️ Gain clarity on branding, marketing, and financial planning✔️ Overcome imposter syndrome and step into your confidence as an artist✔️ Experience hands-on workshops, group discussions, and cultural exploration in Portugal
This will be an immersive experience filled with business-building strategies, creative exercises, and unforgettable moments. We’ll balance work with inspiration—exploring the local landscapes, enjoying incredible food, and having deep conversations about what it means to create a thriving art career on your terms.
How You Can Join
Spots will be extremely limited to ensure this is an intimate and valuable experience for everyone attending.
If you are ready to sign up or learn more, click here.
I cannot wait to connect with you in Portugal and help you build the creative business you’ve always dreamed of. This retreat is going to be a game-changer.
Let me know—does this sound like something you need? Drop a comment or reply to this email, and let’s chat!
See you in Portugal,Hayley
P.S. Spouses are welcome to join! If you’d like to bring them along for the experience, they can stay at the hotel, enjoy all meals, and participate in add-on activities for an additional $417. The only part they won’t have access to is the daily courses with me. If you’re thinking about exploring Portugal before or after the weekend, this is a seamless way to include them in the adventure!
*All photos pulled from Sofia in Monsaraz website
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Lions and tigers and bears, oh my!
This iconic quote from The Wizard of Oz symbolizes the unknown dangers that lie ahead. Despite the Tinman having no real idea what lies in the dark woods, he scares Dorothy and Scarecrow into fearing their future journey. Sound familiar?
The unknown can be downright terrifying, especially for a creative hoping to fund their lifestyle, share their personal work, or quit their “safe” career.
Today, I️ dive into the very real fears we all face as creatives. Burnout, overwhelm, the fear of the unknown, the fear of quitting, and more. Don’t worry, it’s not scary. It’s natural to face fears, normal to feel these emotions, but also common to overcome them with the right tools.
I️ share my journey with burnout and how I️ have previously worked and am still working to change these emotions.
I️ hope you enjoy today’s conversation!
Talk soon,
Hayley
Weekly Recs
Cardboard Panels - This is a simple rec, so simple it feels dumb sharing, but it has truly saved me endless time. These pre-cut cardboard pieces perfectly fit in my 12x15 envelopes that I️ ship all my paper artwork in. I️ place the artwork between two pieces and slide into the envelope. It protects the artwork, but also looks nicer than the amazon boxes I️ used to cut up.
No Splash Dog Bowl - Again and crazy rec, but my lab makes a huge mess when drinking water. My kitchen floor was a slip hazard at all times. This no slip, no splash, water bowl has left him hydrated and saved me from slipping and falling countless times. A cheap, but effective find!
Interested in other product recommendations, quick tips, or fun facts? Feel free to send me your questions and I️ will include them here!
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