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Free Yourself: Intuition Painting® & Yoga Retreat

March 26 - 30, 2026

Joshua Tree, CA, United States

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Hosted By

Montine Blank

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4 nights, 5 days

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10 person retreat

Highlights

  • Intuition Painting® & daily yoga in the inspiring desert of Joshua Tree.

  • Reawaken passion, experience healing transformation, and unblock creativity in a supportive circle.

  • Nature hikes, Joshua Tree excursions, authentic movement, and nourishing meals.

Details

Explore the depths of your inner world with a one-of-a-kind, intuitive art and yoga experience in a safe, judgment-free zone, in the heart of Joshua Tree, California. Surrounded by the rugged beauty of the desert, you’ll find the space you need to reconnect with your authentic self and unleash your muse. Set on a stunning five-acre ranch, this retreat offers the perfect sanctuary for those who are ready to shed old skins and step boldly into new ways of being and seeing. Joshua Tree’s vast skies, rich wildlife, towering rocks, and resilient flora are more than just a backdrop. As you paint and flow through yoga, you’ll feel the energy of this place seep into your soul, empowering you to release fear, embrace transformation, and connect with the well of creative freedom that’s been lying dormant within you. Each day, you'll begin with grounding yoga sessions to help you center and connect. But the heart of this retreat lies in the Intuition Painting® process—a journey into your inner world where your intuition takes the lead. As you pick up the brush, you’ll let go of any need for perfection or planning. Instead, you’ll allow your intuitive voice to guide you, revealing any forgotten passions, stuck emotions, and hidden insights that have been wanting to surface. Through this one-of-a-kind process, you will experience the freedom of spontaneous painting, even if you've never touched a brush before. It’s like dreaming onto the page, where unplanned shapes and figures bubble up, revealing a “visual diary” brimming with stories and symbols. By the end, you’ll be standing in front of a “mirror “reflecting your beauty, love, strength, and clarity… and often a spark of insight and inspiration that leads you in new directions. This is transformative work. Intuition Painting® is the answer if you are seeking healing, creative re-connection, stuck energy release, so that you can live more freely and fully as your authentic, whole self. By the time you leave this retreat, you won’t be the same person who arrived. You’ll carry with you a renewed sense of aliveness, a deeper reverence for your inner voice, and the unshakable courage to live true to you. This is more than just a retreat—it is reclamation of your power and a celebration of your incredible self.

Location

Joshua Tree, CA, United States

Joshua Tree is a small desert town in Southern California, best known for its iconic Joshua Tree National Park. The area attracts visitors seeking natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and a vibrant community of artists and healers.

Venue

Private 5-Acre Ranch in Joshua Tree

Reviews

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A private, mid-century ranch surrounded by the striking landscape of the Joshua Tree National Park. Nights are blanketed by shining stars, and mornings greet us with foraging families of quail and cotton-tailed rabbits. The views are breathtaking, and the tranquil surroundings invite immersion into a world of natural wonder.

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Pool

Garden

Garden

Bathroom

Bathroom

Accommodation

Single Private Room

1 Room Left

Private room for 1

$1,958 USD total

Shared Double Room

2 Spots Left

2-person shared room

$1,749 USD / person

Private Adobe-style “Casita”

1 Room Left

Private room for 1

$2,227.50 USD total

Retreat Access without Accommodation

2 Spots Left

For those who prefer to handle their own lodging arrangements

$1,342 USD total

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This retreat takes place at a secluded mid-century ranch nestled against the dramatic scenery of Joshua Tree National Park. Evenings sparkle with starlit skies, while mornings bring the gentle presence of quail and cotton-tailed rabbits. With sweeping views and a peaceful atmosphere, it’s a setting that invites deep connection with nature’s beauty.

Meals

Meals provided

Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

Diets catered

Vegetarian · Gluten-free

Delicious dinners are served on the first and last nights, and breakfasts, lunches, and snacks are provided on all days. For other evening meals, you will have the option to dine out with others from our group or bring/order in a meal to eat on premises as you prefer.

Schedule

Each day, you'll begin with grounding yoga sessions to help you center and connect. But the heart of this retreat lies in the Intuition Painting® process—a journey into your inner world where your intuition takes the lead. As you pick up the brush, you’ll let go of any need for perfection or planning. Using mindfulness, meditation, and creativity coaching, you’ll learn to paint freely and spontaneously, even if you never picked up a paintbrush before.

Testimonials

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“I woke up this morning seeing colors and shapes and it makes me want to put up a big space in my garage so I can just go paint what I'm feeling when I want to. Thank you Montine for showing me that it's not about the picture and what I want but what the picture wants to say to me. I love to paint but never thought I was any good at it and now I feel free to paint and just enjoy.” -Mar 25th, 2024

Donna Riddle, United States

“I absolutely loved every minute of this Retreat. The location was perfect, meals were delicious, and the Yoga was a beautiful addition. I got so much more out of this retreat than I could have ever expected. The process of painting Intuitively is so rewarding and every time I experience it, it blows me away. It is truly such a gift to get to know what lives inside my soul, to express what needs expression and to see a part of who I am on that paper. Montine is a wonderful facilitator who helped guide us thru our process with ease, kindness, patience and wisdom. Such a beautiful experience!” — JAN 3RD, 2024

Donna Morano, United States

“I can’t tell you how much your retreat made a difference in my life. What a release and relief! A good clearing and reset. Thank you so very much my Dear Montine! You are an incredible, beautiful soul and your work is so valuable and much needed in our society. Flowing you Love and Light always!” - Joshua Tree Retreat, 2024

Gail Thompson, United States

“This experience was unlike anything I have ever done. It unlocked blocks Ive had in life currently as well as found peace with the past. It may sound like a lot but it truly is remarkable ! ” — JAN 6TH, 2024

Heather Hancock, United States

“What a great experience! I was so pleased to spend the retreat with such a nice group of women and felt comfortable expressing myself, both in my paintings and emotionally. I appreciated the way Montine encouraged me to look inward, be fearless, and really tap into my creative side that Ive kept buried for so long. The food was absolutely delicious and the stay overall was very welcoming, cozy, and accommodating. I spent time outdoors, walked to the river, hiked a couple trails. Im so glad I got to know and spend time with Montine. She is such a gifted, caring person and her coaching, guidance and overall approach in the Intuition Painting is wonderful!” —Feb 1st, 2024

Kimberly Charlesworth, United States

This retreat gave me the emotional release, understanding and peace that I’ve been searching for for months. I’ve had terrible insomnia for the past few weeks due to anxiety - I tried everything: herbs, sleeping pills, NyQuil, CBD gummies, and could barely get a decent night’s sleep. But the night after the retreat ended, I slept deeply for 9 hours without taking a thing! I had vivid dreams and woke up feeling happy and peaceful. Intuitive painting HEALS and TRANSFORMS. Period. There’s no other process like it for reaching your inner wisdom. Thank you Montine!” — Joshua Tree Retreat, 2022

Shinah Chang, United States

“Montine creates a warm, safe space to help you explore creatively and discover new insights about yourself, your relation to the world, and what is really going on deep below the surface. No matter the level you work at, you’ll get something out of this workshop. Come discover that you are an artist — even if you don’t have the paper or pedigree. Living is its own art and your creation will help you excavate what you want more of out of this one.” — Author & Coach, IP ONLINE 2022

Kristi Casy, United States

"When you put 12 strangers together and ask them to arrive with an open mind for an experience they are unlikely to have imagined correctly, it could cause problems. "Montine's expertise and natural empathy made the transition from everyday life to something extraordinary fairly seamless. You would expect that the sort of person who signs up for 6 days of Intuition Painting would make us all similar, but this wasn't the case and the diversity enriched the retreat hugely. "My experience of life is that is often easier to bond with strangers than with someone you have known for a while - no baggage and greater freedom to be honest. The beautiful Tuscan scenery, the sunshine and the "unusual" but comfortable accommodation quickly removed you from normal life and made you open to the purpose of the retreat. "I had no particular expectations and at the beginning, when the group were strangers, there were a lot of self-conscious moments where I tried to suppress any cynicism I arrived with. After 24 hours the importance of authenticity and honesty were clear - why would you sign up for something like this and not give it your best shot? "Unlike some of the mysticism surrounding other sorts of retreats, this was profound and thoroughly understandable. Feeling safe within the group is fundamental and Montine manages this brilliantly; however it is the group itself which makes it work. "I have always had faith in humanity and this was enhanced by the lovely people I shared the week with...There was nothing I didn't like and it is an adventure I would certainly repeat." — EAT.PAINT.LOVE! Retreat Italy 2019

Charlie Sharman, United Kingdom

“I got so much life-changing-value out of this course. For years, I’ve felt like I’ve been floating through life—going from one distraction to the next — but at the expense of ever feeling truly satisfied and fulfilled. I wasn’t sure what I needed to feel more engaged with my own life, or if I even had the motivation to make any lasting changes. I was stuck. “Then came along this course. And damn, as corny as it sounds, I felt a shift. “Through Montine’s guided care and teachings, I started on a journey that taught me: 1) I am valuable and worthy of love; 2) I can control how I perceive the world and how it interacts with me; and 3) how I can use these gifts to uplift the community around me. “I don’t know if I could have learned these things any other way. “The weekly sessions over two-months-time helped me apply these messages and practices into my daily life. Because of this, I feel really optimistic that they have become a habit and will lead to lasting change. I went from feeling indifferent and constantly tired—even though I barely did anything with my day—to a sort of energized-tired because I’m so motivated I want to cram in EVERYTHING into my day. “It’s truly been surprising and, frankly, amazing. I didn’t know what I was capable of and now I feel like a whole new world has opened up to me. “If you feel stuck and indifferent and kind of “blah” day to day—try this course. It could be the biggest, richest most love-filled gift you’ll ever give yourself. " - Online Intuition Painting® Series, 2021

Carissa T., United States

“Just want you to know that I came back from Costa Rica and changed my life. I’ve sold my car and both my houses and bought a 2 bedroom condo in a favorite spot. Everything feels different and I’m off to a new adventure! Thanks and love!” — MORE MOJO RETREAT, Costa Rica, 2019

Idee Brown, United States

“I would definitely do this retreat again! It is suprising, even for sceptics, to see what painting and the helpful and loving work of Montine can do to your inner being! If you are looking for a week just for you. To relax, eat amazing Italian food in a beautiful setting while feeding your soul with creativity and (self)love, do it!!” — EAT.PAINT.LOVE! Retreat, Italy, 2022

Chris, United States

“This is a very special and unique experience, and I would 100% recommend for anyone who is interested in exploring their inner world. I’ve participated in two online zoom workshops with Montine, which I loved, so I knew when I signed up for the in-person retreat in Italy that we would be guided in a safe, encouraging and gentle way. What I didn’t expect was how dynamic and fulfilling it was going to feel to be immersed in painting within a group. I really appreciated being able to unplug from my regular routine and life. I felt cared for and pampered with the amazing meals in such a beautiful place. I found myself looking forward to each day with true curiosity in what was going to come through me. It was a powerful heart-opening experience, and one that is continuing to unfold. Thank you!” — EAT.PAINT.LOVE! Retreat, Italy, 2021

Lori Lehman, United States

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Host

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Montine Blank

Asheville, NC, USA

Montine is the founder and Master Facilitator of Intuition Painting, a transformative process she has devoted herself to since 1999. For over two decades, she has guided thousands worldwide through cl...

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Teaching for 4 months

Joined Insight Timer in Sep 2025

What's Included

Intuition Painting® course

Instruction & activities on all days

Yoga & movement classes

Delicious dinners on 2 nights

Breakfasts, lunches, and snacks every day

Hike to Joshua Tree trails & overlooks

Walk through Coyote Canyon to see amazing petraglyphs

Excursion to a famous vintage market, farmers market, boutique shops, art galleries and more.

Nature mandalas

All art supplies

Not Included

Transportation to and from the retreat venue

Evening meals (other than the two dinners included)

Travel insurance

FAQs

Cancellation policy

The remaining balance for the retreat is due 60 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 60 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 60 days before the retreat begins.