Join Black Creatives Retreat
2 weeks of inspiration, reconnection & creativity in Ghana, West Africa.
Walk Away Ready to Redefine Your Arts Career and Make Lasting Connections
You missed the Year of Return. Carve out time to come and experience “Beyond the Return” in 2024
Is that vision board you made collecting dust, a reminder of the dreams you once had?
Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Ghana during our 12-day and 11-night trip. Where you’ll connect with creatives who look like you, and disconnect from distractions. Be lifted when you start doubting yourself and your achievements. Grow and gain new perspectives in your art. You deserve to feel rejuvenated.
Are you ready to explore unlimited creativity?
Your life will transform when you put yourself in inspiring and creative spaces with supportive people.
Picture this. Sun-filled days creating passion projects that magnetizes new art collectors, brings in more sales, and helps you build a sustainable income stream from your art.
The Black Creatives Retreat takes you on a healing journey to be your true self. You won’t feel like you work so hard to get recognition, and still get crumbs.
Transition out of survival mode into loving yourself all over again. Zone into your art, dreams, and aspirations. This retreat gives you rest. The restorative experience will energize you and ignite your art career.
Rest activates imagination, unlocks fresh vision, and drives your creativity.
In Ghana you’ll breathe in the beauty, art and culture, and feel a wave of gratitude. Amplify your art career through this unforgettable trip.
The Venue
Did someone say Luxury, because that’s what you’ll experience each night on the retreat! Step into this next season of your life being pampered.
Our nights together in Ghana will be spent in the beautiful and enchanting private Villa tucked away in a secure suburb of Accra close to downtown. Feel rested in a single or double room.
This all-inclusive spacious getaway at the Premier 5 Star quality Bamboo House offers a private outdoor pool, functional kitchen, wifi, and AC. Enjoy relaxation and reflection in the villa.
The Cuisine
You’re not ready for the mouth watering food! Enjoy daily authentic and healthy dishes like classic jollof, rice and beans, grilled tilapia, or fried plantains.
In Ghana you’ll find the freshest mangoes you’ve ever tasted! Nourish your body with delicious family-style meals. Savor your mornings with a delightful breakfast before we venture off on a creative excursion.
The Experience
Completely unwind from the moment your plane lands in Ghana. This is the start of an amazing journey that’ll live with you forever.
Day 1
Arrival at Kotoka International Airport. Transfer to villa and enjoy a memorable Akwaaba “Welcome” Dinner.
Day 2
Tour Ghana while exploring the energizing Makola market, historical landmarks, and sacred cultural sites of Accra.
Day 3
Visit the National Cultural Center, take a gallery tour, and Artist studios to learn about the contemporary art scene in Ghana.
Day 4 - 5
Take a spiritual journey to Cape Coast’s slave castle, and walk across a canopy in the Kakum Rainforest. Return back to Accra.
Day 6
Visit Oxford street for an eventful day in the heart of Accra and later dance the night away at Ghana’s night life.
Day 7
Refuel on a nature hike at the magical Aburi Botanical gardens. Then learn how to make your own beads at the Cedi Beads factory.
Day 8
Enjoy an afternoon of leisure to chill, make art, relax at the beach, or explore downtown Accra on your own.
Day 9
Indulge in your creative spirit at a kente weaving workshop led by a master artist. Learn the important history of kente cloth.
Day 10
Guided tour of the W.E.B. DuBois Center. Later visit the Foundation of Contemporary Art-Ghana and meet art change makers.
Day 11
Enjoy an afternoon to make art, journal, relax at the beach, or shop downtown Accra. Special final dinner together.
Day 12
Last minute sightseeing in Accra, packing, and transfer to airport.
This Retreat is For Creatives who:
Have a sacred space where you create art that energizes and excites you.
Identify as Black women visual artists (all kinds of artists welcome, but especially painters).
Want to be in rooms with dope Black creatives. Feel connected and grow your network.
Leads with love and deeply desires a pampered creative life to manifest your dreams.
Want to travel, rest and reflect, so that you have more breakthrough moments.
Need clarity on next steps to focus on passion projects that’s most aligned with you right now.
Believe there's something bigger that’s guiding you. Trust that whatever is in your mind is 100% yours and real.
Believe that it’s important to play, imagine, and feel inspired. Because that will lead to more art sales.
Want to take time for yourself and not think about deadlines, family, and expectations.
The Black Creatives Retreat is all-inclusive and everything you need to focus on your artist calling and indulge in your desires. It gives space to reclaim your heritage. We’ll honor your achievements and listen to your Big Dreams.
Time away to dream is not only transformational for your art career, it’s essential self care.
This ain’t a regular retreat…. It’s a revolutionary call to action for more Black creatives to create time for your next vision to emerge.
I dare you to take space to manifest something big, bold, and beautiful in your life. The world needs your creative genius, especially now.
What’s Included?
. Welcome package with roundtrip flight, visa and passport support so you’re set every step of the planning process.
. Group pre-trip calls on zoom to connect with all the artists going on the trip and answer questions.
. Luxury accommodations in Accra and Cape Coast in a beautiful private Villa with private or shared rooms available.
. 12 breakfast, and11 dinners, which include a delicious welcome dinner. And yummy treats and snacks.
. Transportation transfers for arrival and departure to the airport in Ghana, and to all excursions.
. Exclusive artist studio visits, gallery tours, and artist-led workshops to learn African art practices and to build your art community.
. Entrees fees included to group cultural tours and famous landmarks in Ghana.
. Relaxing environment and inspiring space to explore nature, make art, and recharge.
What’s Not Included
Alcohol beverages
Transportation on your free days
Trip cancellation and medical insurance ( highly recommended)
Souvenir shopping, personal cell phone charges, laundry, tips for driver
Visa, Passport, and Immunization
Ready to say yes to Ghana?!
I used to have a lot of self doubt. I was too embarrassed to put my art out there because I didn't think it was good enough. I didn't feel valued or confident.
When I traveled to Ghana ten years ago for ten months everything changed. The trip allowed me to build confidence, grow my painting skills, and build a community of artists (they’re still my best friends today!)
I want YOU to experience the magic of Ghana and come back changed.
I’ve built this black women-run and artist-led retreat so that you feel energized by great conversation and inspiring people. And to remind you to stand in your power.
My holistic approach honors your experiences, sacrifices, needs, and dreams.
This retreat is my love letter to Ghana. A way to give back to a place that transformed my life. I’m proud to support the creative and tourist industries in Ghana by hiring all Ghanaian artists, drivers, restaurant owners and tour guides through my retreat.
The Transformation
The simplest and fastest way to see progress in your creative career is to build a dope community of artists, prioritize your strengths, and focus on self care. The Black Creatives Retreat empowers you to do all three.
creativity
Carefully curated art workshops will fuel your creative nature.
Stand in your creative genius! This retreat inspires you to tap deeper into your artist voice and strengths.
Prioritize your creative calling! Fully immerse yourself in art and feel liberated to manifest your dreams.
clarity
Know exactly where to focus and how to overcome creative blocks.
Reset and lean into self care! Feel rejuvenated and clear to get over emotional hurdles.
Make bolder moves! Space to reflect allows you to make intentional moves to leverage your art career.
connection
Feel supported and connect to a powerful creative sisterhood.
Meet driven black creative women! Your network are your connectors to more opportunities.
Level up your tribe! Form a squad of interdisciplinary artists who will empower you to attain success.
Let’s Recap
Everything you get on the Black Creatives Retreat:
The Black Creatives Retreat excursion kicks off December 8-19, 2024.
Join me in Ghana, West Africa to go deeper on your art journey. You’ll experience 12 magical days of transformation, pure bliss, art making, and relaxation! This is for you if you’re ready to travel internationally.
What’s Included in the Retreat?
12-days and 11-nights in Ghana
Single or Double Accommodation
2-day Trip to Cape Coast
Breakfast + Dinners
Airport + Hotel Transfers
Roundtrip Flight to Ghana
Art Tours with Private Guide
What’s not included in the Retreat?
Visa + Passport Application
Immunization
Travel + Medical Insurance
Alcohol
The Investment
$5,000
ONE PAYMENT
(double standard room)
$537
8 MONTHLY PAYMENTS
(double standard room)
An initial $1,000 deposit will be due to secure your spot. Monthly payments are accepted after the first deposit.
Refund Policy
*The Happiness Guarantee ensures that we’ll do everything in our power to satisfy you and give you a positive retreat experience. If you have a change of plans, we’ll save you a spot for the next retreat. If you want to experience something not on the itinerary, we’ll try our best to make it happen for you. We’re here to serve you.
Payments are non-refundable, but fully transferable. In other words, if you can’t attend, send a homegirl (but you really don’t wanna miss this!). If you choose to pay in installments, your deposit payment is due once accepted into the Retreat. Payment will be deducted from your credit card provided monthly until paid in full and you’ll be emailed a receipt. Your payment confirms that you read and understand the terms and conditions.
By booking a trip with Kindred Creatives Collective LLC you agree to our confidentiality and media waver, release of liability, and travel policy. These policies are non-negotiable. A copy of the policy is sent after booking. If you have questions or concerns please email Victoria at kindredcreatives.victoria@gmail.com
We don’t take your investment in time and money lightly, and honor the trust that you have in us to give you a powerful retreat experience.
Meet Your Host!
Victoria Timpo is first-generation Ghanaian American painter, curator, CEO of Kindred Creatives Collective, and host of the Creatives Making Moves Podcast.
She took her first solo trip to Ghana in 2011 to paint and work one-on-one with local artists. Ten months later she returned home with more confidence, growth in her painting skills, and a tribe of artists.
This trip had such a profound impact on her that she wanted other artists to experience the magic of Ghana. In 2021 she launched the Black Creatives Retreat, born from a desire to build her own space for black women artists and invest in Ghana’s economy.
I know you have a full life, and going on the retreat means juggling family, financial, and work commitments, but Ghana is a special place, and soaking up the energy at this retreat will be an investment you’ll never forget.
It's your time.
Join me in Ghana for 12 days of magic.
All you gotta do is have the courage to say YES, and the rest is taken care of.
Retreat Love
“Victoria blew my mind. Everywhere we went was amazing, and I was just hungry to experience more and more. I can tell that she really cares about Creatives, and this is something she’s truly passionate about. She wants to help Creatives, not only Black Americans but Ghanaians too.”
—Devin Joyner, Performer & Certified Yogi
“The retreat was more than I expected. Victoria is very welcoming, and so were the artists. It was just a very intimate kind of artist trip, which was nice. Very stress-free. She was really good at being supportive if you were ever unsure about anything. She never made you feel bad that you may not want to do certain things.”
— Cherri Ledbetter, Painter & Sculptor
