GATHER WORKSHOP
AFTON, VA | LEWIS CATHERINE HOUSE | AUGUST 14-15, 2026


2026 GATHER WORKSHOP
The Kindred Path is excited to announce our fifth annual workshop, where every detail of the day is designed to promote fellowship and collaboration. Every Gather workshop is hosted by our founders Adrianne Shelton of Beatific Visions Photography and Marie Tilkens of Marie Elizabeth Photography, alongside Kayla of Kayla Mari Photography.
This year we are so excited to share the beautiful Virginia countryside with stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, local venues, horses, and more! This year's workshop will be hosted at the stunning Lewis Catherine House just outside of Charlottesville, VA.
The 2026 Gather Workshop includes the following:
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3 Shared Meals beginning with a Welcome Dinner Friday evening
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2 Styled Sessions, focusing on Family Connection and Relationships
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2 Educational Sessions from our Speakers
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Community collaboration discussions relevant to family photography
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Gift bags featuring items and discounts from some of our favorite vendors!
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OPTIONAL lodging add-on
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OPTIONAL Horseback riding excursion add-on for Friday morning
Investment Info:
We offer two payment options: pay in full for $1395 or split it into two payments totaling $1545, with the last payment due by July 15th. Overnight accommodations and horseback riding can be purchased separately below!
Travel Info:
For those coming in from out-of-state, we recommend flying into Charlottesville, Richmond, or Dulles. We recommend renting a car or carpooling with other attendees to get to the venue. Attendees will be connected in a private Facebook group once registration closes.
To Register:
1. COMPLETE REGISTRATION FORM
2. CHOOSE YOUR WORKSHOP PAYMENT OPTION
3. CHOOSE AND PAY FOR ADDITIONAL ADD-ONS (first come first serve)
ABOUT THE WORKSHOP



"Prior to attending Gather New England, I was feeling very stuck in a creative rut. I was struggling with the comparison game while simultaneously feeling very disconnected from others in the photography world thanks to working from home by myself. I jumped a the opportunity to connect with other, like minded photographers and to get a creative boost. From the minute we sat down at the welcome dinner it was obvious that this was the perfect group to accomplish those goals with. Everyone was kind, genuine, helpful, and excited to be there. Watching Marie and Adrianne direct models and hearing their thought process as they worked gave me so many new things to try at my next sessions - I really feel like my work has improved significantly since Gather! Both the speakers - Kayla and Grace - had actionable and thought-provoking talks. I was able to take so much from each one and immediately apply the skills and tips that I learned to improve both my business and photography approach. If you are looking to learn, connect, and be inspired in a supportive and non-competitive atmosphere, you should definitely jump on the next Gather Retreat!"
- Kate Voda, Kate Voda Photography
"I am so glad that I decided to go to the Gather New England retreat. Not only did I make amazing connections with the educators and the fellow attendees, but I was able to spend precious time focusing on my business and myself. As a busy mom of two girls as well as a business owner I don't have a lot of free time. It felt so good to get away for a bit and truly focus on myself. Revisit what lights me up and why I started my photography business in the first place. Besides the gorgeous styled sessions my favorite part was creating a brand mood board, old school style with magazines, scissors and glue. Tangibly creating my vision for my business going forward was unexpected and completely needed. I can't recommend investing in a retreat by The Kindred Path enough."
- Corinne, Corinne Isabelle Photography

STEP 1:
Complete Registration Form
STEP 2:
Choose your workshop payment option
STEP 3:
Choose your optional add-ons

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