Meditative art retreat
an acrylic experience
This retreat is centered around a meditative painting approach working slowly, intuitively, and without pressure to perform or produce. Using heavily diluted acrylics, water, transparency, and layering, we explore painting as a contemplative process rather than a result-driven activity.
The focus is not on creating a “perfect” artwork, but on
being present with color, movement, and flow. Guided
sessions alternate with quiet time for individual
exploration, rest, and reflection. There is ample space to
pause, observe, and allow things to unfold naturally.
retreat program
All the information you need to know exactly what to expect from this retreat.
From 3:00 pm arrival and check-in
(no charges for earlier arrival)
6:00 pm Welcome get-together with local wines, providind an overview of the week and the exhibition on the final day
7:00 pm Dinner
8:30 am Breakfast
10:00am – 12:30pm Morning workshop: introduction and start prepping the canvases
1:00 pm Lunch
2:30 -5:00 pm last finish to the canvases, mixing the paint
6:00 pm Tiramisù layers
7:00 pm Dinner
8:30 am Breakfast
10:00am– 12:30pm Morning workshop
1:00 pm Lunch
2:30 –5:00pm Painting Workshop
6:00 pm making hand made pasta
7:00 pm Dinner
8:00 am Breakfast
9:00 am – Morning inspiration by the seaside (optional painting session by the beach)
1:00 pm Lunch
2:30 –5:00pm Painting Workshop
6:00 pm Wine tasting at Chiaraluce with apericena and local products
7:00 pm Dinner
8:30 am Breakfast
10:00am– 12:30pm Morning workshop
1:00 pm lunch
2:30 –5:00pm Painting Workshop
6:00 pm Tour to Montefiore dell’ Aso
7:00 pm Dinner at Montefiore at a local pizzeria (included)
8:30 am Breakfast
10:00am– 12:30pm Morning workshop
1:00 pm lunch at Chiaraluce
3:00 pm preparing the exhibition
7:00 pm FAREWELL MEETING: informal exhibition of works created during the week with live music
8:30 am Breakfast
10:00 am – 12:30 pm Check out
Johanne Bossmann
Johanne lives and works in Cologne.
She paints calm, meditative pictures with heavily diluted acrylic paints on canvas that, at first glance, look like watercolors.
Her painting process is calm, almost meditative, and this calmness is also transferred to the viewers of the works.
Often semi-abstract landscapes can be seen that invite the viewer to take a short break.
Her story:
After founding a bridal fashion label and running it for 18 years, she found her way back to painting during a deep life crisis.
She dreamed of starting to paint again and it was the best thing that could have happened to her. Creating something with her hands, being able to completely switch off her mind during the painting process, letting go and letting things happen on paper had a therapeutic healing effect on her and helped her through this difficult time.
This experience led her to study art therapy part-time, which she continue to do today. She finds it incredibly exciting and enriching to explore the impact of art, artistic creation, and the power of color on our well-being, our mind, and our soul. Many insights from her studies flow into her artistic work
does it cost?
We offer different pricing options based on your needs.
€2720
€ 2120 per person sharing
€ 1920 per person sharing
SLOW ARRIVAL — the day before the retreat
Arrive a day earlier and land softly into Le Marche. One extra night at Chiaraluce Country House, full board from our kitchen, and the quiet of the hills before the work begins.
€85 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 painting sessions with individual attention
- 6 nights accommodation at Chiaraluce Country House
- High quality, 100% natural, Italian toiletries: shampoo, shower gel and hand gel
- Daily servicing of the rooms
- All meals and beverages throughout the meals including Delicious local wine
- Transfers from Cupra Marittima train/ bus station or Ancona airport
- 2 excursions: Grottammare – Montefiore dell’ Aso with a pizza evening at a local pizzeria
- Hands-on pasta making masterclass
- Unlimited use of the studio
- Wine tasting night with local products apericena
- Easels, boards and portable stools and chairs
- Full-time staff on-site
- Final informal exhibition of works created during the week with live music
- art materials will be provided by the artist
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
- Transfers from/to the venue from other airport
- Airfares, visa and travel insurance
- Additional beverages outside meals
- Wine tasting
- Optional private sessions
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Laundry service: 15 items (wash & dry) € 15
Early bird: € 150 off when the deposit is received by August 2026