Reclamation:
A Sacred Group Photo Ritual
Radical self-love summons us to be our most expansive selves, knowing that the more unflinchingly powerful we allow ourselves to be, the more unflinchingly powerful others feel capable of being. Our unapologetic embrace of our bodies gives others permission to unapologetically embrace theirs
-Sonya Renee Taylor
The dominant culture we live in is disembodied — asking us to look outside ourselves for our worth, pulling us away from the wisdom and inherent sacredness of our bodies. This toxic culture rooted in separation benefits when we remain disconnected from ourselves, one another, and the Earth.
The good news is that we were born to be in right relationship with ourselves, each other and the planet. We have agency in how we respond to these exploitive systems.
The stories of separation can often find a home deep within our minds and bodies—lingering within our shadow self. When these myths are witnessed with tenderness and compassion, they lose their grip. The shame that was never ours to hold can decay and then become fertile ground for our RECLAMATION journey.
Every moment of embodied presence interrupts generations of conditioning and plants seeds for a more connected and liberated world. Every time we choose to love ourselves we are inspiring others to walk the path with us. Which is why we created Reclamation, we know a more hopeful, beautiful and liberated world is possible. We’re ready to reclaim, with you.
What can you expect from Reclamation: A Sacred Group Photo Ritual
Amanda & Carrie will create a supportive, nourishing, and empowering space to deepen your relationship with yourself and your body. We'll guide profound rituals that gently release the impossible expectations of societal and patriarchal conditioning, making space for your authentic expression to emerge. Our intention is for you to leave feeling deeply connected, creatively inspired, and empowered in your unique essence. Together, we'll remember the sacredness of our bodies and our innate connection to nature, ourselves, and one another.
You’ll receive:
Half-day retreat of movement, art, altar making, authentic relating, deepening your connection to body, self, and community while witnessing each other shed layers of conditioning
15-minute individual photo session woven with somatic and embodiment practices
Spread of healthy snacks and beverages
Digital Collection of 20+ fine art images + 1 Polaroid photo to take home
Online Gallery delivered within 3 - 4 weeks
Photo Ritual Prep Guide
Journal Prompts
Special gift
Date: Saturday October 10th
Time: 2-6pm
Location: The Reed Center
1932 Mountain Church Rd, Middletown, MD 21769
Sliding Scale $500 - $800
Split payment plan available
Making peace with your body is your mighty act of revolution. It is your contribution to a changed planet where we might all live unapologetically in the bodies we have.
-Sonya Renee Taylor
You will leave this retreat feeling…
Ease, and sensuality in your own skin
A deeper connection to yourself
Lighter having shed layers of conditioning that is not yours to carry
More alive and connected to your expression
You will walk away with…
Photographic artifacts of your empowerment and healing
Visual evidence of your courage and beauty
Community connections and empowering kinship bonds
Who is this experience for?
Women, Non-Binary and Gender Non-Conforming Folks
Those who are here to break generational cycles of trauma
Those who feel a strong connection with nature and the sacredness of our planet
Those who value community, connection vulnerability and empowerment
Those ready to reclaim their power and sovereignty
Meet Your Guides
Amanda Lucia is an embodiment photographer, artist and space holder devoted to guiding humans into their fullest, most liberated expression. She is passionate about cultivating belonging and self-love through co-creative ritual, art, nature immersion, song and sacred play.
