We did it once. Now we're doing it again.
Last year, we quietly dreamed up something different. Not a conference, not a workshop, but a gathering. Something slower. Something that would honor the season you're in and the women walking beside you.
What happened exceeded everything we imagined.
So we're coming back to 30A.
4 days · 6 shoots · 10+ mentors your businesses changed
At The Gathering,
You'll Experience
Mornings that start slowly, with coffee overlooking the Gulf...
Time with your mentors—the women whose work has inspired your own, present and available, not leading from a stage
Guided group conversations where you bring what you're struggling with most, and the entire room rallies around you with wisdom, experience, and real solutions. Some of the best breakthroughs come from realizing you're not the only one.
Styled shoots that will inspire both you and your clients.
Meals that feel like celebrations, made by a private chef
New friendships with women who speak your language and space to remember why you started this in the first place
See the Highlights from our 2026 Gathering
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"The Gathering felt like a fun sleepover with your besties where you can say anything that's on your mind and you will be supported no matter what. It truly was a retreat that incorporated everything: education, mentorship, inspiration, friendship, community, luxury. Feeling so grateful for the amazing experience."
"Part business learning, part connections, part relaxing, part styled shoots…there were just so many amazing components of this retreat! I left feeling inspired, cared for, motivated, and with a full heart. I would highly recommend this retreat to anyone in the photography community looking to meet some amazing people, be inspired in your business, and feel so cared for and loved as a person."
"New friends, learning from the best, incredible food, and portraits of beautiful people. Everyone was warm, down to earth, and so generous with their knowledge that I would go again and again, so worth it!"
I'M READY TO GO!
3 nights at a Luxury Resort in 30A Florida
Lunch and dinner provided by a private chef
Intimate time with TMA mentors throughout the entire retreat
Guided group conversations built around the real challenges you're navigating in your business right now. No surface-level small talk. This is dedicated space to open up about what's hard, brainstorm solutions together, and tap into the collective wisdom of mentors and photographers who are in the trenches with you.
Amazing styled shoots in a gorgeous setting
Professional imagery from the weekend
A new network of colleagues and friends.
Surprises & Delights (trust us 🤍)
Lunch and dinner provided by a private chef
Intimate time with TMA mentors throughout the entire retreat
Guided group conversations built around the real challenges you're navigating in your business right now. No surface-level small talk. This is dedicated space to open up about what's hard, brainstorm solutions together, and tap into the collective wisdom of mentors and photographers who are in the trenches with you.
Amazing styled shoots in a gorgeous setting
Professional imagery from the weekend
A new network of colleagues and friends.
Surprises & Delights (trust us 🤍)
Every moment designed for connection & inspiration.
A few days at the Motherhood Anthology retreat reminded me how powerful it is to be in a room with women who love this work. So much creativity sparked, so much learning, and the sweetest new friendships formed.
lucy m
The Gathering was an incredible few days of learning, creating, and connecting with other photographers. It was so inspiring to be surrounded by people who truly love this art and to walk away feeling refreshed creatively and motivated in my business.
HANNAH W
An experience unlike any other. I’ve never encountered this level of organization and amount of value in one retreat. These talented women thought of everything and made it possible for the intangibles of trust, safety, and community to expand naturally.
Elizabeth p
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I'M IN!
The Mentors
Danielle Hobbs
Marie Tilkens
Kate Grabowski
Katie Lamb
Laura Gattis
Valerie Vaughn
Laura Esmond
Shannon Griffin
Melissa Arlena
Sara Bywaters-Baldwin
Suzzane Brown
Adrienne Shelton
Kim Box
"I went for education and content but I came back with so much more than that."
Janet
2026 Gathering Retreat Alumni
Is this really different from other retreats?
Yes. This isn't about content delivery or packed schedules. It's about creating space for what matters, deep conversation, genuine connection, and time to breathe.
A few things to know...
Will the mentors really be accessible?
Completely. Mentors sat next to attendees while they edited, stepped in during shoots, reviewed websites on the spot, and answered the questions you'd normally wait months to ask. The learning happened everywhere, not just in the scheduled sessions. This isn't a speaker lineup. It's 72 hours of genuine access.
What if I'm introverted?
We've designed this with introverts in mind. There's space for both connection and solitude throughout the weekend. The small group size (just 15 attendees) means you'll never feel lost in a crowd.
Why only 15 spots?
Because intimacy matters, we want everyone to feel seen, heard, and truly known. That only happens in small groups.
