Shelly Thanner retreat
A Week of Slow Living, Art & Connection
Explore intuitive painting with acrylics, layers and textures.
Through guided sessions and gentle feedback, you’ll deepen your understanding of materials and process – learning to trust your own visual language and inner rhythm.
Experience the art of slowing down -through shared meals, quiet mornings, nature walks, journaling and moments of stillness.
Creativity grows naturally when there is space to breathe.
Connect with like-minded souls in a small, intimate group setting.
Share conversations, creative moments and a final vernissage that celebrates process over outcome.
retreat program
All the information you need to know exactly what to expect from this retreat.
Arrival & slowing down
From 3:00pm arrival and check-in
(no charges for earlier arrival)
6:00pm Arrival & check-in
Exploring Chiaraluce property & Seaside
Short Arrival Circle / Welcoming
7:00 pm Welcome Dinner
Grounding & First Layers
08:00–09:00 Breakfast
09:30–12:30 Studio: introduction, warm-up, first layers
13:00–14:00 Lunch
14:30–17:00 Studio: individual guidance & 1:1 moments
18:00 Walk in Montefiore dell’Aso, followed by pizza & cocktails in this charming place
Layers, Presence & Rest
08:00–09:00 Breakfast
09:30–10:30 Seaside walk – gentle walking meditation
10:30–12:30 Studio: building, covering, revealing layers
13:00–14:00 Lunch
14:30–17:00 Studio: continuation & guidance
17:30–18:30 Rest & free time – pool, journaling, solitude
19:00 Dinner
Depth & Sense of Place
08:00–09:00 Breakfast
10:00–12:30 Studio: deep work
13:00–14:00 Lunch
14:30–17:00 Herbal Presence Ritual & free time
18:00–20:00 Visit & wine tasting at Terra Fageto winery
20:00 Dinner
Layers & Village Life
08:00–09:00 Breakfast
09:30–12:30 Studio: contrast & structure
13:00–14:00 Lunch
15:00–18:30 Trip to Ripatransone – slow exploration
19:00 Dinner
Integration & Celebration
06:00–07:30 Catching the sunrise on the beach & coffee
09:00–10:00 Breakfast
10:30–12:30 Studio: finishing & decisions
13:00–14:00 Lunch
14:30–17:00 Group reflection: sharing, closing ritual
18.00-19.30 Vernissage with local guests
20:00 Closing dinner
09:00–10:00 Breakfast
10:00–12:30 Check-out & departures
Shelly Thanner
Shelly – artist, storyteller and founder of Muse Circle, her creative studio and brand dedicated to art, aesthetics and soulful creation.
Through Muse Circle, she creates original artworks, fine art prints and fashion pieces that connect emotion, nature and visual poetry.
Her work grows from meditative moments, nature and the unseen layers in between, guided by intuition. Working primarily with acrylics and mixed media, Shelly invites a process-led approach to painting – focused on feeling, rhythm and presence rather than perfection.
This retreat is not about producing perfect artworks, but about slowing down, reconnecting and creating from a grounded place.
does it cost?
We offer different pricing options based on your needs.
€1900
€ 1700 per person
Non-painting partners are warmly welcomed and can join all cultural excursions, oil tastings and dining experiences included with a €250 of discount from the prices above
€1500 per person
they’ll receive a €250 discount on the room and can explore all the activities available for them.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
- 5 days of guided art sessions & 6 nights accomodation
- All meals with beverages
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All essential materials for the creative sessions are provided. This includes canvas or raw canvas fabric (we will also stretch our own), acrylic paints, brushes and basic studio tools, all available on site.
- Transfers from/to Pedaso train station or Ancona airport
- Local transfers to outdoor and on-location painting spots
- Visit & wine tasting at Terra Fageto winery
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
- Transfers from/to the venue from other airport
- Airfares and travel insurance
- Additional beverages outside meals
- Optional private sessions
- Personal expenses and souvenirs