Scotland Retreat for Creative Women Entrepreneurs – May 2026
This is where your creative fire meets rooted strategy.
Where ancient landscapes hold space for your next evolution.
And where a small group of brave, brilliant women step into a new chapter of visibility, truth, and wholeness—together.
May 2026. We’re heading to the highlands.
Come with us.
Where Strategy Meets Soul
Where Strategy Meets Soul
A Retreat That Honors All of You
Creatrix Catalyst is a retreat for creative women entrepreneurs who are ready to ground their brand in purpose, elevate their online presence, and build a business that feels like home.
May 2026, we’re heading to the rugged coast of Scotland—where ancient castles, moody cliffs, and sea-swept air set the stage for rest, reflection, and real momentum. Over four intentional days in a historic estate tucked near the sea, we’ll dive deep into aligned business growth through visibility strategies, storytelling, and soulful systems that actually support your life.
You’ll learn how to show up on Google with confidence, structure your website so your dream clients can actually find you, and use blogging and content creation to build long-term trust. Think: clear guidance, cozy chats over tea, and the kind of practical magic that shifts everything.
But this retreat is more than just strategy—it’s also space. Space to exhale. Space to reconnect with your voice. Space to remember why you started. We’re building in time for slow mornings, long walks through wildflower fields, and evenings filled with nourishing food and kindred conversation.
Oh, and yes—we’re creating content, too. Our Content Camp sessions are designed to help you walk away with intentional, strategic assets you can actually use (no fluff). You’ll also receive a personal brand photo shoot to refresh your online presence—because when you show up in your full essence, your business can finally meet you there.
Welcome to Creatrix Catalyst: Scotland
We’re gathering for four full days of soul-rich business education, intentional rest, creative exploration, and community connection—held in a cozy countryside home in the heart of Scotland.
Want to come early? Add on our 2–3 day styled shoot experience and build a portfolio that reflects your next creative chapter.
From misty mornings and moss-covered castles to fireside circles and sacred storytelling, the Creatrix Catalyst retreat isn’t just a getaway—it’s a return.
To your voice. Your vision. Your why.
Together, we’ll explore what it means to build a business that actually feels like home—with space, strategy, and sisterhood woven into every day.
You’ll get:
5 nights accommodations nestled in the Scottish countryside
4 days of intentional workshops, deep reflection, and heart-centered community
A private chef prepares dinner each evening to nourish your body and spirit
Stocked breakfast + lunch items daily (fruit, breads, tea, soups, etc.)
Soul-aligned business teachings (think SEO, automations, Google Business, content, and visibility—but make it magical)
Unfiltered conversations, fireside laughter, full moon circle, and space to breathe
Group outings + Edinburgh day trip
Transportation during the retreat
A night out to explore local Scottish cuisine
The Creator’s Companion: A Creatrix Catalyst Workbook
Optional updated branding headshots
Surprise gifts + lots of cozy, magical extras
This is the container you didn’t know you were craving.
The Photographer’s Shootout (Add-On Experience)
Want to come early and build a portfolio that reflects where you’re going?
Join us 2–3 days before the retreat for a styled shootout experience, designed specifically for photographers.
We’ll explore an entirely different Scottish landscape—think rugged cliffs, moody skies, and intentional storytelling with a model couple or family.
This is your chance to create content that truly resonates—with full creative freedom, expert styling, and a deeply supportive space.
What’s Included:
2 styled photo sessions led by Sandy + Winni
Sunset at Isle of Skye (May 24)
Sunrise at Dunnottar Castle (May 25)
Model couple or family styled + guided for each shoot
Full creative direction + gentle posing support
Opportunity to co-create + photograph freely
Transportation to all shootout locations
2 nights lodging in Scotland (May 23–25)
Behind-the-scenes support + community space
Please note: Meals are not included—please plan to bring your own or dine out during this portion. Retreat provided and Chef-prepared meals begin with the retreat on May 26.
Retreat Investment:
Includes 5 nights lodging, chef-prepared dinners, stocked breakfast + lunch items, all workshops, your Creator’s Companion workbook, and local transportation.
Monthly payment plans available. Space is limited.
Shootout Add-On:
Includes 2 styled sessions (Skye + Dunnottar), lodging during the shootout, creative support, and transportation.
Only available to retreat attendees. Cannot be booked separately.
Your Path to the Retreat
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Apply
Submit your retreat application
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Add Shootout
Add the shootout, if desired
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Confirm
Get your contract + payment link
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Get Ready
Receive onboarding + start prepping
This Retreat is For You If…
You’re a creative entrepreneur craving a pause from the hustle.
You’re ready to build your business with clarity, confidence, and alignment.
You want to feel rooted in who you are—and supported in what you’re creating.
You believe growth can be sacred, slow, and spacious.
You’ve been carrying too much alone—and you’re ready to be held.
Connection, Education, Strategy + Support
Finding Your Creative Voice
This transformative session will help you tap into your deepest passions, uncover your unique creative expression, and align it with your entrepreneurial vision. You’ll discover newfound clarity, confidence, and a deeper connection to your work—empowering you to bring authenticity and purpose into everything you create. Let your business reflect your true self and start creating from the heart!
Social Media Strategy
Using social media without a strategy is like throwing spaghetti at the wall and hoping it sticks (spoiler: it won’t). Having a plan means no more paralysis moments and a lot more connection vibes. A good strategy gives your posts a purpose, your brand a voice, and your followers a reason to keep coming back for more.
Google + Website SEO
Think you don’t need a website to get in front of your clients? Think again. You'll gain hands-on education in website SEO and Google Business best practices that will transform your online presence. Walk away with actionable strategies that will make a real impact on your digital footprint and business growth.
Content Creation Camp
Ready to transform your content game? In this STUNNING mansion we are going to intentionally create content that will resonate & convert. Content Camp is a hands-on, power-packed session where you’ll walk away with months worth of high-quality, scroll-stopping content.
Connections + Workflows
Learn how to streamline your business with powerful automation and workflow strategies. We will guide you in setting up systems that save time, improve efficiency, and allow you to focus on what truly matters—connecting with your clients. You'll walk away with the knowledge to build stronger, more efficient connections, giving you more time to scale your business and foster deeper client relationships.
The retreat includes an e-workbook (that is also printable!) with take-home tools, templates, and checklists.
We’re not just teaching—you’re leaving with the how.
The Photographer Shootout
Curated portfolio magic in two of Scotland’s most breathtaking locations.
Before the retreat officially begins, join us for an exclusive two-day styled shoot experience designed for photographers who crave intentional content—and a creative space that feels like freedom.
Led by award-winning photographers Sandy Patterson + Winni Wintermeyer, this add-on includes:
A professionally styled sunset shoot on the Isle of Skye (May 24th)
A sunrise session at Dunnottar Castle (May 25th)
Beautifully styled models (couples or families), handpicked and dressed by us
Inspiring landscapes and storytelling moments you’ll want to frame immediately
Creative direction, gentle guidance, and space to experiment
Lodging for the shootout nights + transportation to each location
You show up with your camera. We’ll handle the rest.
Want to Come Early and Make Magic?
Important Details:
Shootout Dates: May 23–25, 2026
Lodging + transport included
Meals not included (retreat meals begin evening of May 26th)
Limited to a small group of photographers for an intimate, unhurried experience
Bonuses
Pre + Post Retreat Support
To help you get the most out of your retreat experience, we include a pre-retreat intention-setting call and a post-retreat integration session. This isn’t just about attending a beautiful retreat in Scotland—it’s about showing up fully, aligning your goals with your growth, and staying supported as you carry what you’ve learned back into your business and life.
Plus+
The Creator’s Companion: A Creatrix Catalyst Workbook
One beautifully designed e-book that holds it all:
Best practices from every learning session
SEO templates
Social media systems
Client workflow checklists
Space to journal, dream, and implement
The Schedule
As we all know, it’s best to go with the flow, but here’s the tentative schedule, subject to change.
Shootout: May 23 - 25 (optional add-on for photographers)
Saturday, May 23
Arrival of shoot out participants. Aclimate. Enjoy Community.
Sunday, May 24
Sunset Session at Isle of Skye
Monday, May 25
Sunrise Session at Dunnottar Castle
Retreat: May 26 - 31
Tuesday, May 26
Arrival of remaining retreat guests. Aclimate. Enjoy Community.
Opening Circle
Dinner
Wednesday, May 27
Breakfast
Education
Lunch
Education
Dinner
Thursday, May 28
Breakfast
Edinburgh Adventure with Content Creation
Lunch
Headshots/Branding
Dinner
Friday, May 29
Breakfast
Education
Lunch
Education
Dinner
Saturday, May 30
Breakfast
Education
Lunch
Site Seeing
Headshots/Branding
Dinner
Full Moon Ceremony
Sunday, May 31
Breakfast
Closing Circle
Depart
The Food
Nourishment, the Cozy Way
We’ll be nourishing your body and soul the entire time you’re with us.
Each evening, enjoy a chef-prepared dinner made with local ingredients and lots of love—warm, grounding, and meant to be shared.
In the mornings, we’ll have a fully stocked breakfast bar, and at midday, we’ll gather for warm, easy lunches—soups, bakes, and comfort food that fuels both the work and the rest.
We’re also planning one night out together to explore the local food scene—because yes, even entrepreneurs need a break from the kitchen sometimes.
Branding + Headshot Experience
Let Yourself Be Seen
One of the most powerful ways to connect with your audience is to show up as yourself—clearly, confidently, and creatively.
When we’re not guiding retreats in epic, soul-soaked places like Scotland, we’re both running our own creative businesses:
Sandy is an award-winning photographer + educator and Winni is a social media strategist and fellow published, award-winning photographer.
Together, we’ll be offering each of you the opportunity to be photographed with intention—no forced poses, just real magic. You’ll receive a gallery of edited brand images within 4–6 weeks of the retreat, ready to use across your website, social media, and marketing.
Included: $1,200 USD value in custom brand photography
because showing up matters.
“Your story deserves to be seen.”
About Winni & Sandy
We’re Sandy and Winni—two creative souls who started out as photography colleagues and ended up building something way bigger together.
We met through the photo world, orbiting in similar spaces, drawn to storytelling and connection. Our friendship deepened over time—through New Moon circles, long voice memos, and a shared love of blending strategy with soul. Along the way, we each found ourselves teaching what we knew best: Sandy leading workshops on SEO, systems, and workflow for photographers, and Winni guiding creatives through social media strategy, content creation, and visibility work.
Eventually, we realized something big: what we were building separately was powerful, but what we could build together was transformational.
That’s how Creatrix Catalyst was born.
In January 2025, we hosted our first retreat in Mexico City—and it was everything we dreamed of and more. Women gathered. Stories were shared. Breakthroughs happened. We knew right then this wasn’t a one-time thing.
So here we are—inviting you to Scotland for the next chapter.
This isn’t just a retreat. It’s a reclamation.
A space to ground in your truth, clarify your voice, and build the systems to carry your work into the world with clarity and heart.
We’ve got the tools, the structure, and the soul.
You just have to show up.
Wondering What to Expect?
We know that when you're about to say yes to something big, your mind can swirl with questions. This is the space where we bring a little clarity to the unknown.
Think of it as a soft landing for your curious heart—a place to ground, get answers, and trust that you're already on the path.
Because this retreat isn’t just logistics.
It’s an invitation.
And it’s okay to want to know how it all works before you step through the door.
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This retreat is for creative women who are craving deeper alignment between the work they do and the life they’re meant to live.
Yes, we all need to make a living. And if you're lucky enough to be building a business rooted in what truly moves you—this space was designed for you.
At Creatrix Catalyst, we want to take that spark and expand it. To show you how to infuse your business with authenticity and strategy. To help you create systems that support you, content that reflects you, and a path forward that actually feels like yours.
Do what you love. Do it well. Do it in a way that feels like truth.
That’s the vibe.
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You’ll find the full investment breakdown for the retreat on the registration form, and we’ve also included a summary right here for easy access.
Payment plans are available—and everything included is listed so you can feel confident in your yes.
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Yes! We offer flexible monthly payment plans so you can spread out your investment over time.
If you sign up early, you’ll have the option to pay over 12 months, making the retreat more accessible and easeful to plan for.
A non-refundable deposit will be required to hold your spot (exact amount coming soon), and the remaining balance will be split into monthly payments leading up to the retreat.
We’ve designed this intentionally—because we want this space to feel supportive from the moment you say yes.
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Yes! If you’re traveling from outside the UK, you’ll need a valid passport to enter Scotland.
For most countries (including the U.S.), no additional visa is required for short stays. Just be sure your passport isn’t set to expire within 6 months of travel—it's always good to double-check.
We’ll provide more travel info and tips in your onboarding guide once you're officially in!
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You’ll find a full breakdown of what’s included right here—and you can also click any registration link on this page to view the full list before applying.
From lodging and chef-prepared meals to workshops, transportation, and your take-home workbook—it’s all waiting for you.
Travel to and from the retreat space is not included in your registration. Most attendees will fly into Edinburgh, Scotland, and we’ll be sharing suggested arrival windows to help you plan with ease.
Once you’re in the country, we’ve got you—transportation to and from the retreat location is included if you arrive within our suggested timeframes.
We’ll also help connect you with other attendees if you’d like to coordinate flights, car shares, or just want a travel buddy for the journey.
Get yourself to Scotland—we’ll take care of the rest.
Are You Coming With Us?
This isn’t just a retreat—it’s a return.
To your voice. To your creativity. To a version of business that actually feels like home.
We’re keeping this circle small, on purpose—so every woman who joins feels seen, held, and deeply supported.
If your heart’s been whispering yes, consider this your sign.
We’re ready when you are. And we can’t wait to walk beside you.