Yoga Behind the Lens: Photographing from the Heart
Join this unique, weekend retreat for a combination of practicing yoga and daily photo excursions on a coastal Maine island. You’ll deepen your mindful awareness, ignite your creativity, and expand your vision. There will be photo discussions and lessons, shooting excursions, yoga sessions, and guided nature hikes.
Sept 4-7, 2026
Photography & Yoga: creating images with mindfulness
Yoga enhances mindfulness – mindfulness & meditation build an alpha state of mind – alpha enhances creativity.
- Practicing yoga creates a deeper connection within oneself, while photography develops a connection to the world around us. It’s the perfect yin-yang.
- When I quiet my mind, I can hear my heart, and it is from the heart that powerful, moving images come. It is how we breathe life into an image.
- We will provide space on the mat, and on our photo excursions, for you to connect and listen to your heart.
- An open heart leaves room for moments of grace to find you.
- We will dive deeper, look longer, and tap into the essence of your unique vision.
- Slow down, be present in the moment, and enhance your observational skills on this rare and exclusive workshop retreat.
DATES: Sept 4-7, 2026
PHOTO PACKAGE FEE: $895
Registration Information, Cancellation Policy, & scenes from previous years are in the FAQ’s section below.
LODGING & MEALS: $555
Details about lodging and instructions on how to book are in the FAQ’s section below.
Your Photo Package Covers:
- Photo leader, instruction, guide, & all planning
- All excursion arrangements
- Yoga teacher
- 4 yoga sessions
Your Lodging Package Covers:
- 3 nights lodging
- 3 healthy meals a day
- Ferry from Rockland to Hurricane Island
- Boat excursion
Your Responsible For:
- Getting to Rockland
- Parking at the ferry ($17/day)
“The Yoga + Photo tour was beyond anything I ever imagined. Every day was a new experience. I came in with an open mind and soul, a love for photography & yoga, and I couldn’t be more thankful for such an amazing experience!! It was magical.” – Lauren P.
Yoga + Photography Retreat: Accessing your creative potential.
Photo Workshop:
(Explore, Learn, Create)
- Any camera, including phones
- Any skill level
- Excursions every day
- Image review
- Group discussions
- Shooting exercises
- Enhance skills and techniques
Excursions:
(Nature, Culture, Adventure)
- Nature hikes at stunning preserves
- Boat rides to explore island scenery
- Beautiful sunrises & sunsets
- Explore the history of the island
- Visit nearby islands
Yoga:
(Connect, Renew, Recharge)
- No previous experience required
- Asana (postures)
- Pranayama (breath)
- Yoga Nidra (guided meditation)
- Deep Relaxation
- Focusing on heart opening
Meet your yoga instructor:
Lisa Millette offers an all-levels, holistic approach to yoga, blending physical postures with mindful exploration of philosophy and energetic work. With 15 years of experience and a warm, welcoming presence, she creates a space where you can move, breathe, and connect with your inner and creative self.
“I thoroughly enjoyed this photography and yoga retreat. Learning more from Dee about both the technical and creative aspects of photography and then applying them in such a beautiful setting was sensational. Practicing yoga everyday was healing and was a great accompaniment to photography. ” – Suzanne J.
FAQ’s:
What will the day’s activities look like?
Sample of a day’s itinerary of yoga and photography. All activities are optional.
5:30am – Sunrise Photo Shoot (weather permitting)
8:00-8:45 – Breakfast
9:00 – 11:00 – Photo Discussion
11:15-12:30 – Yoga
12:45pm -1:30 – Lunch (a.k.a. “Dinner” in Maine)
1:30 – 6:00 – Afternoon Excursion, Free Time, Private Meetings with Dee
6:00 -7:00 – Supper
7:15 – Sunset Photo Excursion
8:30 – Night Shooting
What can I expect for meals?
- Three wholesome, nutritious meals a day will be prepared by the kitchen staff.
- The Mess Hall is an indoor dining and lounge space. It is attached to the kitchen and staff offices are above. There is a wood stove and couches.
How do I get to Hurricane Island?
- The ferry leaves from the Maine State Ferry terminal, 517 Main St. Rockland
- You must be on the 1:00 boat on Sept 4. Arrive an hour earlier.
- Don’t buy a ferry ticket. Your ticket is included in your lodging fee with Hurricane Island.
- You will leave your car on the mainland and park at the terminal lot. You will need to pay for parking at $17 a day. Get there early to park. Sometimes an auxiliary lot is needed, which will take extra time.
- We will be picked up on Vinalhaven island and boat-shuttle over to Hurricane Island.
Where will I be sleeping?
- There are five rustic cabins on the island that have wooden bed frames with mattresses.
- You need to bring your own bedding.
- Blue Door (pic below) is an example of the cabins available for adult programs. There are several like it on the island.
- There is no running water or electricity in the cabins. Windows can be opened and have screens.
Bath House has composting toilet, hot running water at the sink and shower, electricity
How do I register for the Photo + Yoga Retreat?
Registration:
- When you click on one of the green, booking buttons on this web page you will be taken to the booking form.
- Select the date on the calendar in the right column then click on the item under the calendar.
- Enter all your information.
- You can pay with either full payment or $300 deposit with a payment plan. You will be responsible to make sure that you balance is paid 60 days prior to the retreat.
- There will be a 6% service fee by the booking software company.
- To pay by check (no service fee), you must pay in-full. Contact me directly so we can arrange a payment.
What are the booking details for lodging, meals, and transportation from Rockland to Hurricane Island?
Directions for Hurricane Island registration and payment:
1. Head to hurricaneisland.campbrainregistration.com
2. Create an account or login to your account
3. Under “2026 Group Visits” click continue
4. Under “2026 Retreats” select “2026 Yoga Behind the Lens: Photographing from the Heart” and add to cart.
5. Complete the required forms and payment.
6. Please note that Hurricane Island has their own, separate cancellation policy.
If you cancel your lodging reservation with Hurricane Island:
- 45 days or more from your program start date: they will retain your deposit ($55) and refund all other payments
- 15-44 days: you will be refunded 50% of your lodging cost.
- 14 days or less: no refund.
What is the Photo Package cancellation policy for this event?
Photo + Yoga Retreat Cancellation Policy:
- I will give a complete refund if I need to cancel the tour for any reason.
- If you cancel your registration more than 60 days before the start of the event, your tour fee will be refunded to you, minus a $95 processing fee.
- If you cancel 59 – 31 days before the start of the event, 50% of your tour fee will be refunded.
- 30 days or less, there is no refund unless your slot refills in the program.
- Trip cancellation insurance is recommended. Not offered through CMPT.