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A long time ago in a different life (or at least i A long time ago in a different life (or at least it feels that way) I was riding in a car at night with @whereissionnie to meet up with @ruthielindsey and @1924us for bonfires and general cabin shenanigans outside of Nashville. 

I remember the drive so well. It’s a conversation that always stuck with me. We talked about trauma and crisis. And I don’t know much, but I shared the only thing I know, a thing that has served me well through the natural undulations life is bound to bring.

And that is simply sometimes you have to cling to the mast. You aren’t doing anything but surviving but that’s the most important work of all. Because the storm WILL pass. And you‘ll be left standing.

And when it does you can mend the sails. Untangle the ropes. And get on with the business of sailing.

I’ve learned to give myself permission to do nothing but make it through. To sleep a little too late. To dance in front of the mirror and feel myself even when I look ridiculous. To load and unload the dishwasher and allow that to be a great victory. To dress like a cartoon character in nothing but white t-shirts and denim shorts.  To eat mac & cheese from a box and frozen chicken nuggets sometimes. To not respond to text messages. To flail and get back up over and over. To ask for help. A lot.

And also permission to feel it all. Rage. Grief. Joy. Hope and hopelessness. And sometimes all within the span of a few minutes. 

And most of all, whether navigating calm waters or stormy ones, what matters more than anything is the crew you’re doing it with. Surround yourself with solid people.

People that challenge you with compassion. And humor. People whose strengths buttress your weakness. People that don’t judge you. That believe in you even when you think they’re maniacs for doing so.

I know a disproportionate amount of us have had rough seas this year. Cling to the mast in the storm. Choose your crew wisely. No storm ever lasted forever. But there never was a last storm in the world. Accept that they will come and be prepared.

L|M Retreats | Sydney, Australia | Slow-Living Workshop

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03.06.2015

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

This has been a long time coming, the first batch of photographs of the Slow Living Workshop at the historic farmhouse, Glenmore House, that I taught with Luisa Brimble and Rebekka Seale this past September. An especially huge thank you to Claire Dickson-Smith, Hetty of Arthur Street Kitchen, and The Floury Baker for providing us with amazing meals—you worked so hard & everything was just beyond all expectations. Food is the heart of these gatherings, and you ladies made it unforgettable. And a big thanks to Stacey Clark for her helping hands.

Rebekka & I arrived at a beautiful flat near the sea on our first day. And that’s where we finally met Luisa. When you know someone’s work, it’s easy to forget that you don’t actually know the person. That you can only know a person by meeting them. Luisa in person is earth and effervescence and unmitigated and a confirmation that being a human being is pretty alright. She’s a wonderful person, and a dear friend, and never in my wildest dreams could I imagine how much I’d love her in real life. Lucked out. And that’s pretty much how we felt the entire time we were in Australia.

I remember it was blustery & cold and that the waves crashing on the shore were ferocious and frustrating—frustrating because my lens couldn’t get close enough, couldn’t seem to do them justice. Every Australian I met seemed to see fit to apologize for the weather, and I also remember that there didn’t ever seem to be enough time. It was a whirlwind. Nights eating Japanese food with Luisa, mornings picking Stacey up at the airport in a girlish fit, and an afternoon meeting Aaron at Studio Neon for sandwiches. Each moment spiraling into relationships, projects, and friendships that far exceeded any anticipation I could have ever had. We, too soon it seemed, left Sydney for Melbourne where it happened all over again. And that’s a story for the next post about this trip. Something I’m learning about myself as a I travel is that places are, in the end, constellations of people for me. Food, beauty, history. Those can only ever be a bonus. I don’t fall in love with places. I fall in love with people. Over and bloody over again. It’s starting to feel like I’m leaving chunks of my heart like trinkets all over the globe. It hurts. But it’s worth it. I can see the virtue in keeping your heart intact, but in the end, for me, a heart’s made for giving away.

I’ll be reconvening with an amazing team this coming April in Byron Bay for a creative retreat. I’ll be hosting & teaching it with Rebekka Seale of Camellia Fiber Co., Luisa Brimble, and Aaron Teece of Studio Neon. And my new Aussie friend (that I incidentally met in Tennessee) Lean of the wonderful blog Lean & Meadow will be there lending a helping hand as well. We’re going to be setting up a miniature village of bell tents on the grounds of a cottage with a big garden, and the days will be spent doing everything from foraging to natural fiber dye to weaving to photography and styling and more. And of course plenty of communal meals, lively conversation, and amazing food from Aaron and his Studio Neon team. There are a handful of spots available if you’d like to join us. Tickets are two payments of $1350 AUD ($1040 USD / €960 EUR), and it will be from April 16-20. You can find more information, details, and photos of the property as well as purchase ticketsat Local Milk Retreats now!

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

sydney, australia | slow living workshop at the glenmore house

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57 thoughts on “L|M Retreats | Sydney, Australia | Slow-Living Workshop”

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  3. Kelly says:
    March 6, 2015 at 7:13 pm

    Every single one of these photos is absolutely beautiful!

    Reply
  4. Ângela Silva says:
    March 7, 2015 at 7:44 am

    These pictures are absolutely stunning – love the colors and the enviroment!

    Reply
  5. Vickie says:
    March 7, 2015 at 4:28 am

    such gorgeous images!

    Reply
    1. Laura ~ Raise Your Garden says:
      March 9, 2015 at 8:45 am

      Photo’s have stunning visual appeal! So lovely, like going on a trip for free.

      Reply
  6. Melanie says:
    March 7, 2015 at 4:56 am

    It’s interesting to hear about how, what , who you connect with you on your travels, I tend to feel an immense pull to the landscape of a place and come home with a suitcase full of bark, twigs, bones …. *sneaking through customs*

    Your images have been gobbled up, your photography is absolutely beautiful, think I’ll take a second helping! Looking forward to reading about the rest of your Antipodean journey.

    Reply
  7. Gina says:
    March 7, 2015 at 6:44 am

    Beautiful shots! I’m so glad you had such a good time here!

    Reply
  8. Abigail says:
    March 7, 2015 at 7:11 am

    everything about this post is absolutely stunning.

    Reply
  9. Jenny Depa-Karl says:
    March 7, 2015 at 7:33 am

    Amazing photos! What an amazing place/gardens!

    Reply
  10. Sarah (Thyme blog) says:
    March 7, 2015 at 7:37 am

    Simply the most beautiful blog. Just beautiful.

    Reply
  11. Abby says:
    March 7, 2015 at 10:04 am

    This post is so lovely, Beth. You have such a gift. xx

    Reply
  12. Dina says:
    March 7, 2015 at 11:22 am

    Your photography is stunning and the beautiful settings, oh, I wish I was there.

    Reply
  13. Petra says:
    March 7, 2015 at 12:01 pm

    Nice photos… what kind of filter (or PS action) did you use??

    Reply
  14. Miranda says:
    March 7, 2015 at 1:09 pm

    THis overload of beauty is quite what I keep returning to ypur blog for, Beth. THese photos are stunning, they immediately made me fantasize of another life, another world, they inspired me at each picture, my idea filling with ideas of things I would like to do, photograph, create, in terms of beauty and homemaking. These pictures – as many others that you have taken and shared with us, your readers – are aspirational, besides inspirationa, they make me feel like I can do better at my own life, and create a better living, a better home, a better environment for my family. SOme of them made my heart beat real fast, they touched me so much. Thank you for your generosity in sharing these moments with us.
    http://bloglairdutemps.blogspot.pt/

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  15. Millie | Add A Little says:
    March 7, 2015 at 3:30 pm

    How beautiful Beth!

    Reply
  16. dellomanoDeborah says:
    March 7, 2015 at 4:30 pm

    What a beautiful way to start the day! I could feel the amazing care that had been taken in such a wonderful post and as if that wasnt enough, the creativity and beauty amazing – thank you! It is gorgeous! Deb

    Reply
  17. Mike says:
    March 8, 2015 at 4:01 am

    These remarkable photographs reminds me so much of Picnic at Hanging Rock. Just an instinctual thing, although some wouldn’t see the connection. But so many nostalgic things come alive in these accurate depiction of the garden of earthly delights. Very very beautiful!

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  19. Inga says:
    March 8, 2015 at 1:31 pm

    Your photographs are, as always, SO beautiful and evocative.

    Reply
    1. Steve Puu says:
      March 17, 2015 at 9:55 pm

      I love your photo too. Every single is so worderful. I like the color of these.

      Reply
  20. Jackie says:
    March 8, 2015 at 2:32 pm

    I absolutely love your composition on these shots!

    Reply
  21. Joanna says:
    March 8, 2015 at 4:45 pm

    So wish I could join you in one of your workshop! Dream, dream! These pictures are dreamy!

    http://www.allnnothing.com

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  22. Sune Moolman says:
    March 9, 2015 at 4:38 am

    Just looking at these gorgeous photos totally calmed me.
    Love visiting your space – revitalising!

    Reply
  23. Carole says:
    March 9, 2015 at 3:01 pm

    Stunningly beautiful on so many levels – your photography (goes without saying), but your written imagery as well. You are a true artist. Pinning…

    Reply
  24. Danika Maia says:
    March 10, 2015 at 3:29 am

    That looks so beautiful! I wish I had time to bake pies and garden.

    Danika Maia
    http://www.danikamaia.com

    Reply
  25. Grace says:
    March 11, 2015 at 10:53 am

    WOW! I have just found your blog and can confirm that I absolutely love it, its beautiful! What camera do you use because your pictures are incredible

    It would mean a lot if you could check out my blog:http://snapgracklepop.blogspot.co.uk

    Reply
  26. Karen says:
    March 11, 2015 at 10:54 am

    As a long-standing proponent of the Slow Movement, this looks amazing. Gorgeous photos — super jealous of all the fun!

    Reply
  27. Chelsea says:
    March 11, 2015 at 10:56 am

    This looks like a dream! Stunning job.

    Reply
  28. Alison says:
    March 11, 2015 at 11:56 pm

    Wow!! Your photography is AMAZING!!! I will certainly be back for more.

    Reply
  29. Jaclyn | Blog Society says:
    March 13, 2015 at 1:31 am

    So lovely to have been a part of this and to have met you Beth, hope to see you next time you’re here! xx

    Reply
  30. Anna says:
    March 14, 2015 at 8:19 am

    this environment is just perfection!!!

    https://aspoonfulofnature.wordpress.com/

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  31. Rocío says:
    March 15, 2015 at 3:25 am

    Such an insanely beautiful setting!

    – rocionaval.blogspot.com x

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  32. Angela says:
    March 17, 2015 at 11:37 am

    The photography on this website is out of this world. I just want to get lost in the pictures x

    Reply
  33. Coco says:
    March 18, 2015 at 6:29 pm

    The table setting is absolutely beautiful!! Wonderful blend of rustic and romantic. I love it!
    Coco
    COCOCOZY

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  35. Mikk says:
    March 19, 2015 at 5:38 pm

    **i love your blog, your style, the wonderful photos, the storys… Thank you!

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  36. Friendly Little Kitchen says:
    March 21, 2015 at 7:26 am

    Thank you for sharing such beautiful photos and stories. I hope one day to join a workshop of yours!

    Reply
  37. kristie {birch and wild} says:
    March 21, 2015 at 8:35 pm

    Gorgeous photos, Beth. You always capture the light so beautifully.

    Reply
  38. bannigo.com says:
    March 24, 2015 at 7:30 am

    merci pour cet article bien complet.

    Reply
  39. Cintia says:
    March 27, 2015 at 2:05 am

    What do you do when there is sun? I notice that you avoid the sun in your photos, is matters of light.

    Reply
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  41. Wendi says:
    April 13, 2015 at 5:09 pm

    I too love your photos and would love to know more about how to capture such photos. Incidentally I LOVE that you are from Tennessee.

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  42. Alissa says:
    April 15, 2015 at 1:36 am

    Your photography is beautiful! x

    -Alissa

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  44. Kit McV says:
    May 4, 2015 at 12:48 am

    This just makes me so happy looking at how simple tones and objects can be captured so.
    I am also drooling all over my keyboard at the site of multiple rows of communal slices of sweet tart!
    Is there any way to get a recipe, or even an indication of the type of tart from your lovely shots?
    x

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  46. Candice Alinovich says:
    May 19, 2015 at 9:41 am

    Beautiful, inspiring styling as always!

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  47. Natalie says:
    June 10, 2015 at 10:59 am

    I just discovered your blog and I’m in love. I’ve been following on Instagram for a little while but decided to check your blog out today and I’m so glad I did. This place and these pictures are so lovely. I just want to be there! Haha

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  48. Tami Miller says:
    September 14, 2015 at 1:43 am

    Beautiful photography, captured my imagination!

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  49. Christina Frost says:
    October 27, 2015 at 10:08 am

    Aww the photography is fantastic and the setting looks so gorgeous, almost something that you’d see in movies.

    Reply
  50. Sasha Swerdloff || TENDING the TABLE says:
    February 27, 2016 at 5:38 pm

    Hey Beth,

    I’m traveling to Australia in a few weeks for a workshop with Luisa Brimble and Marta Greber. I’ll be in Sydney for a few days on either end of the trip and was wondering if you had recommendations for a place to stay?

    Thanks so much,

    Sasha

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  55. Julia Stearns @ Healthirony says:
    March 18, 2019 at 2:13 pm

    These pictures are so Instagrammable and awesome! Love Australia so much!

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