Somatic Expressive Arts


AN INTIMATE RETREAT · PORTLAND, OR
WITH ROSARIO SAMMARTINO & JOSHUA MCCLAIN

ABOUT THE RETREAT
Step out of daily rhythm. Enter the creative process.
Join us for four days of embodied and creative explorations in a peaceful twenty-acre oasis nestled in the Columbia River basin. Surrounded by nature, we will slow down, listen more deeply, and reconnect through movement, drawing, writing, and other expressive practices. Live cello woven throughout the retreat offers another layer of inspiration.
Whether you are seeking creative renewal, a deeper connection, or time to reconnect with yourself and your practice, this intimate small-group retreat offers a rich space for embodied inquiry, creative exploration, and the depth of being together in person.
FACILITATORS


ROSARIO SAMMARTINO

JOSHUA McCLAIN
THE SETTING
A peaceful natural oasis
Our retreat takes place in a peaceful natural oasis with old-growth cedar groves, spacious meadows, and open land where solitude and community coexist naturally. The atmosphere is quiet, restorative, and aesthetically beautiful—designed to support rest, reflection, and healing.



The property includes:
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Carefully curated indoor and outdoor spaces.
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A contemporary bathhouse overlooking unobstructed natural views, a six-person cedar sauna, cold plunge, oversized soaking tubs, and private shower stalls.
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Paths throughout the land invite walking, reflection, and quiet time in nature.
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Optional massage sessions may also be available during free time.The property includes: