Welcome back to Southern California.

In 2026, The Wild Form returns, this time to a private desert oasis just 20 minutes outside of Palm Springs, nestled in the mountains of Desert Hot Springs. This immersive, multi-day workshop retreat is designed for photographers ready to deepen their craft, collaborate intentionally, and create portfolio-level work in an environment that encourages both freedom and refinement.

This is a creative residency, style retreat.

Itinerary:

Feb 25th:

Arrive after 5pm. Find your room/bed and then enjoy the amenities. Mingle and make new friends. Meet the models and plan your shoot time for the next day.

Feb 26th:

9am: Eat breakfast and have coffee/matcha (we will have a espresso machine with us)
10am: Fine Art set up with 1 model. Group shooting. Evoto demo and sponsored Nanlite lighting demo.
12pm: Lunch
1pm-7pm: Each photographer will get time to photograph each model. Time blocks will be dependent on how many photographers sign up. This is when photographers will get to photograph their own concepts and work with the models individually to create their own visions. You will have model contact information to coordinate concepts in advance.
7pm: Dinner
Rest of the evening we will relax and enjoy the amenities!

Feb 27th:

9am: Eat breakfast and have coffee/matcha
10am: Boudoir set up with everyday model. Get practice posing and communicating with an everyday woman.
12pm: Lunch
1pm-7pm: This is the curated day where we will have set ups for you to use and the models will be styled. This is a more fast paced shoot day. Meant to challenge you as a photographer and shoot more intentionally. Each model will do 2 different looks.
7pm: Dinner
8pm: Night time pool shoot with sponsored Nanlites.

Feb 28th:

Check out by 930am.

The Experience at a Glance:

Up to 10 photographers (intentionally limited for depth + access)

1. 3 models total (fine art + boudoir)

2. 4days / 3 nights on a private estate

Fine art, boudoir, curated sets, and nighttime pool shooting

Individual shooting time + group collaboration

This retreat balances experimentation, education, and curation, allowing you to both explore freely and create with intention.

The Location: Long Canyon Desert Oasis

Set on private acreage, this stunning property offers the feeling of seclusion with the convenience of proximity to Palm Springs. Surrounded by nature and mountain views, the space is designed to inspire stillness and creativity.

Property highlights include:

Large mineral springs saltwater pool & spa

Panoramic mountain and desert views

Natural landscaping with trees and open space

A true desert oasis atmosphere, quiet, grounding, expansive

You’ll also have access to an incredible range of amenities for rest and play

Food & Logistics

Light food and beverages provided throughout the day

Homestyle dinners provided nightly

Photographers are encouraged to bring:

Breakfast and lunch items

Personal snacks

Full kitchen available for use

Transportation is not included.

Participants are responsible for arranging their own travel to and from the retreat.

Who This Retreat Is For

This experience is ideal for photographers who:

Want to expand their fine art and boudoir portfolios

Crave intentional, slower education rather than high-volume shooting

Value collaboration over competition

Want both creative freedom and structured curation

Are ready to create work that feels elevated, personal, and exhibition-worthy

The Wild Form Philosophy

This retreat is rooted in:

Respect for the human form

Thoughtful collaboration with models

Intentional set design and lighting

Creative risk-taking in a supported environment

You’ll leave with:

Strong, intentional imagery

Deeper confidence directing subjects

New creative connections

Spots are intentionally limited.

This experience is curated, not crowded.