The Way of Da Vinci

A 7-day immersion in Florence, Italy, for leaders, makers, and seekers to reconnect with the source of innovation and wonder.

Dates

Sept. 15-22, 2026

Location

Florence, Italy & Surrounding Areas

Capacity

8-12 Participants

appply to join the journey

Creativity is a memory, not a task.

You remember when ideas used to flow—when you created from joy instead of force. But somewhere along the way, you became “productive.” You started creating from your head instead of your heart, chasing outputs instead of trusting the source.

This retreat is about remembering. We aren’t here to add more tools or frameworks. We are here to see the world the way Leonardo did 500 years ago: by observing nature, staying present, and channeling something greater than the ego. You will walk the landscapes he walked, learn to see the way he saw, and remember that the creativity you’re seeking isn’t “out there.” It is already in you.

A Living Laboratory of Presence

We use Florence and the surrounding hills of Vinci as our studio. This is a non-linear journey designed to shift your frequency from pressure to presence.

  • We use Florence and the surrounding hills of Vinci as our studio. This is a non-linear journey designed to shift your frequency from pressure to presence.
  • Nature Immersion: Unstructured walks in the Tuscan countryside to let the nervous system settle and the “Aha!” moments emerge.
  • Morning Studio & Evening Reflection: Space to review what you noticed—not with critique, but with curiosity.
  • Legacy Sites: We visit Leonardo’s birthplace and the museums of Florence, not as tourists, but as students of his methodology.
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Meet Your Guide

I’m Heather. I help people come home to themselves.

I’ve spent 20+ years in transformational communication, but I’m drawn to Da Vinci because he didn’t create from his ego—he channeled nature. I bring humor, somatic depth, and a sharp-witted refusal to follow a rigid script if the moment calls for something better. I’m not here to give you more “to-dos.” I’m here to hold a container where transformation becomes possible.

The Logistics

Investment: €4,000 per person.

What’s Included: 7 days/6 nights shared accommodation in a curated villa, all meals, site visits (Vinci & Florence), studio materials, and expert facilitation.

What’s Not: Flights, personal expenses, and travel insurance.

The Process: Because this is a high-proximity experience, we start with an application and a brief call to ensure the group chemistry is right.

Ready to remember?

Space is limited to 12 seekers. If you feel the pull to return to your creative source, let’s talk.