WHY WE SERVE ARTISTS
We value the power of the artist to deepen the mystery of what it means to be human.
We value the power of art to aid in the imagination of a world that supports equitable human flourishing for all.
ALL-INCLUSIVE RETREATS
Our retreats are rooted in the belief that in order to creatively meet the demands of living an artist's life sustainably, and to imaginatively confront the inequities around us using the arts, we must have a regulated nervous system. We offer all-expenses paid retreats and residencies designed to reset the nervous system by immersion in nature, beauty, embodied practices, community, and nurturance.
NESSCAPADES:
1-DAY EXPERIENCES
Offered in local communities around the United States honoring the legacy of Vanessa Little through art, community & adventure
Nesscapades celebrates the vibrant spirit of Vanessa Little—artist, activist, and beloved community builder—who approached life with bold authenticity and boundless enthusiasm. This one-day retreat invites BIPOC artists and activists to step into Vanessa’s legacy: a space of rest, play, and creative renewal. Designed to reflect her adventurous heart, the experience offers curated art engagements, nourishing meals, seamless transportation, and the freedom to reconnect with joy. Just as Vanessa wove connection through every journey, this gathering fosters kinship among those who create, advocate, and honor the beauty of living fully.
REPLENISH RETREATS: 3-DAY REGIONAL EXPERIENCES
An all-Inclusive immersion in nature, creativity, and nervous system restoration
To sustain the work of art and activism, we must first restore ourselves. The Replenish Retreat is a fully curated experience (excluding transportation) designed to reset overstimulated nervous systems through nature, embodiment, and intentional community. Over three days, engage in kayaking, forest hikes, and yoga to reconnect with your body’s wisdom. Evenings unfold with firelit storytelling and stargazing, while chef-prepared meals nourish both body and soul.
Communal dancing, emotional processing, meditation, and other modalities invite release—of tension, of creative blocks, of burdens carried too long. Here, rest is not luxury but birthright: nap in a hammock, linger by the lake, or simply exist without demands. This is a space to remember your intuition, forge bonds with kindred spirits, and return to your practice renewed.
SOULHAVEN RESIDENCIES: 10-DAY EXPERIENCES
An unstructured opportunity for artists to focus on their creative practices, explore new ideas and connect with a community of creatives from around the country.
The SoulHAVEN Artist Residency offers a transformative 10-day to two-week retreat for creatives—artists, writers, scholars, dancers, and thinkers—seeking space away from the demands of daily life. Nestled in serene natural settings, our fully funded residencies provide solitude for deep work, collaboration, and cross-disciplinary inspiration. Guests are invited to reflect, research, and create while engaging with a supportive community of like-minded individuals. Whether refining a craft, experimenting with new mediums, or simply reconnecting with purpose, this is an opportunity to expand your practice in an environment designed for renewal.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM THE RETREATS
RESPECT & SAFETY
Anticipate being treated with mutual respect and provided with a safe and secure environment.
CONNECTION WITH LIKE-MINDED INDIVIDUALS
Expect to meet like-minded participants who are also artists and activists, trying to make a difference in a world where the obstacles to thriving can be immense.
RECONNECTION TO YOUR INTUITION
Be prepared to develop a deeper level of self-trust as you rediscover your intuition amidst nature and in the company of friends.
CREATIVE INSPIRATION
Look forward to having the freedom to explore fresh ideas for your creative endeavors without being constrained by time, phone distractions, or the pressure of cooking dinner.
EMOTIONAL RELEASE
Expect to release the heavy burden you have been carrying. Allow yourself to express the grief you have been holding back, give voice to your anger, and reignite your dreams.
REST & RECOVERY
Recover a sense that rest is not an indulgence but the right of every human being. Sleep in, take naps, sit for hours in the sun, on a boat, in a hammock or rocking chair.
VIEW THE GALLERY
Katerina
"What a gift to be given the opportunity to deeply rest, be taken care of, immersed in nature, surrounded by beautiful souls and kind company. Thank you for skillfully creating such a safe and peaceful container for this experience."
Jazz
"There aren't enough words out there to describe my gratitude for everything you have done. This experience has, to no exaggeration, been life-changing. This cohort is family now. Spread all throughout this country. "
Ali
"I know that time just aligned for me to be with you all. I not only feel rejuvenated, I feel like my artistry is a path that could take me to the moon. I feel educated and inspired. I came here as a volunteer and left feeling like an honored guest."
READ ABOUT ASILE K. PATIN'S EXPERIENCE
"At the SoulHaven Artists in Residency retreat, I sensed this freedom. [...] The freedom of feeling safe, cared for, connected. The freedom to slow down. The freedom of feeling seen, heard, and validated in my experiences as a Black woman, an artist, an activist, a person."
The SoulHaven Residency: My Reflections on Resting, Creativity, and Embodying Freedom
ASILE K. PATIN
NOV. 21, 2023
"CARING FOR MYSELF IS NOT SELF-INDULGENCE, IT IS AN ACT OF POLITICAL WARFARE."
Audre Lorde
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