Daufuskie Island
South Carolina
Find your True North
on a secluded island where art, nature, and self-discovery meet.
May 16 - 22, 2026
a unique women-only arts-based retreat
Accessible only by ferry, Daufuskie Island, off the coast of South Carolina offers a world quiet enough for you to hear your own heartbeat again.
There are no crowds, no traffic lights, no noise beyond birdsong and wind through the trees. Here, you can return to your True North: the quiet wisdom that lives at your center.
And we can help you get there.
Daufuskie oaks laden with spanish moss
sunset on Melrose Beach
Photos courtesy of Yohan Marion on Unsplash
Our Foundations
All Branch and Sky retreats are grounded in three foundational philosophies:
The Healing Power of Creativity
Through creative expression, we meet ourselves honestly. We move beyond judgment and into dialogue with the deeper self.
Truth: Art is not separate from life, it is life moving through us.
The Healing Power of Presence
Presence, with ourselves and with others, invites intuition to speak, and for the nervous system to settle, making space for inspiration and healing.
Truth: When we are present, creativity flows naturally and effortlessly.
The Healing Power of Community
In our retreats, community isa creative ecosystem where each woman’s voice and vision nourishes the others. We rise and soften together. We mirror each other’s courage.
Truth: Women have long gathered in circles to create, nurture, and heal.
About this Retreat
Explore and accept all parts of you.
True North invites you on an inner journey through the lens of ego state work, where you’ll gently meet and explore the many parts that live within you, each one carrying its own voice, story, and wisdom.
Using guided imagery and the rich symbolism of animal archetypes, we’ll give form and meaning to these inner aspects. With compassion and curiosity, you’ll learn to recognize, honor, and integrate the unique needs and gifts each part holds.
Through somatic experiencing and soulful, intuitive art-making, we will return to the steady presence of the Core Self, the place within where clarity, wholeness, and deep inner peace are always available.
Where are we staying?
We will be lodging at Twigg House, a two-story, 5 bedroom, 5 bath home with double porches and stunning ocean views! Just steps from the beach, this home offers front porch rockers, outdoor seating areas, and plenty of space for relaxation.
What's Included?
Your basic retreat price includes all of the following:
Room and Board
Your choice of accommodation, private or shared. All rooms in Twigg House include en suite bathroom.
Basic Price begins at $1150.00.
Queen and Twin sized beds are available
Price depends upon accommodation chosen (shared or private).
Meals
Nutritious meals are planned, prepared and served by a trained dietician.
All meals served at the house are included.
6 Breakfasts
6 Lunches
6 Dinners
Snacks and drinks available all day.
Workshops
Daily workshops and materials are included in the base retreat price.
Art workshops and all art materials
Somatic and Guided Visualizations
Therapist Facilitated Group Processing
1 Sip and Paint Workshop
1 Acrylic Techniques class
1 Watercolor Techniques class
And more!
We load you up with the extras!
Custom Journal
Custom Workbook
Ferry ride to and from Hilton Head Island
Swag bag with art materials and Branch and Sky merch
What is not included?
Travel or air fair to and from Hilton Head • optional off-site excursions • travel insurance
optional drinks, meals, and shopping during excursions • optional access to community pool and ammenities
optional one-on-one session with Amy
Meet your Host
Hi, I’m Amy Gillette: artist, licensed mental health therapist, retreat facilitator, and lifelong maker of things.
I create transformational retreats that utilize the power of art to reconnect women with their true selves. When anchored in presence, and practicing compassion, women can learn to fully embrace themselves with love and acceptance.
Amy
Book a Retreat Discovery Call
Schedule a 30 min retreat discovery call to meet Amy, learn more about this retreat and see if it aligns with your goals.
True North Discovery Call
30 min • Free
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