A Breath of Calm: Join Me for the Summer Solstice Wellness Retreat June 20–22

There’s something radical about pausing in a world that rarely slows down.

Breathing.

Creating.

Just being.

That’s exactly what we’re doing at the Summer Solstice Wellness Retreat, held June 20–22 at the beautiful Blue Hydrangea Farm in Lovettsville, Virginia. It’s a weekend designed to help you step away from the chaos and back into yourself—through nature, mindfulness, movement, and, yes, a little creative magic.

I’ll be a guest teacher, guiding Zentangle-based ZenJourneys—a gentle, beginner-friendly blend of mindful drawing, breathwork, and sound designed to calm your nervous system and awaken your creativity.

✨ So, What Is Zentangle?

Let’s clear something up: Zentangle isn’t about being artistic.

It’s not about talent or perfection or getting anything “right.”

Zentangle is about presence.

It’s a slow, soothing drawing method that uses simple patterns—called tangles—to bring your attention back to the moment. One mindful line. One quiet breath. That’s it.

It’s like meditation with a pen. A reset button for your busy mind. And yes, it’s as calming as it sounds.

Zentangle is for every age and stage of life, making it a beautiful foundation for my ZenJourneys, which also include breathwork and sound elements to help you feel more grounded, focused, and at peace.

No experience needed. Just curiosity, and pen and paper (I’ll bring plenty!).

🌿 What to Expect at the Retreat

This isn’t a crowded conference or a jam-packed workshop.

This is about giving yourself space.

The Summer Solstice Wellness Retreat is peaceful, nourishing, and designed to meet you exactly where you are. You’ll be surrounded by nature, supported by a warm community of like-minded people, and gently guided through experiences that help you slow down, reflect, and recharge.

You can expect:

🌸 Gentle movement and grounding practices
🎨 Zentangle-based ZenJourneys with me
🌬️ Breathwork and sound experiences to soothe and uplift
🌻 Time for laughter and quiet reflection
🌿 Beautiful scenery and zero pressure to be anything but yourself

Whether you join for a few hours or stay the whole weekend, this retreat is a gentle invitation to come back to yourself—to breathe deeper, draw slower, and live more fully.

👋 Meet Your Zentangle Guide

I, Kerstin, am a Certified Zentangle Teacher (CZT), Master Sound Healer, fine art photographer, and the creative guide behind ArtCafe Studios/ArtCafe Photography. Through my ZenJourneys, I combine mindful drawing with breath and sound to help people unwind, reconnect, and rediscover their creative spark.

With a background in photography and art, my approach is playful, grounding, and relaxing. My classes are designed to improve focus and clarity, reduce stress, and gently awaken your imagination and creativity—no pressure, no perfection, just presence.