FASHION MODEL RETREAT: SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO
October 31 – November 3, 2025
Join SHAMAYIM for an exclusive four-day fashion model retreat in the vibrant, historic city of San Juan, Puerto Rico. This immersive experience is designed to help you build a world-class portfolio, elevate your on-camera performance, and gain the insight and direction necessary to advance your modeling career.
RETREAT OVERVIEW
Curated by internationally renowned fashion photographer SHAMAYIM, this experience includes high-end fashion photo shoots at Puerto Rico’s most iconic landmarks, professional creative direction, wardrobe styling, and a career-defining model development session.
This is more than a photo shoot—it's a strategic and transformational investment in your modeling future.
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
1. Editorial Photo Shoots
El Castillo San Sebastián del Morro
Capture striking editorial imagery amidst historic stone structures and ocean-facing battlements.The Streets of Old San Juan
Shoot in vibrant colonial corridors filled with color, culture, and atmosphere—ideal for high-fashion storytelling.Key Cultural and Architectural Landmarks
From regal plazas to textured doorways and iron balconies, every location is hand-selected to enhance your visual narrative.
All shoots are led by SHAMAYIM and include a full creative production team.
2. Professional Glam Team
On-set wardrobe stylist
Professional makeup artist
Direction and coaching from SHAMAYIM during every shoot
3. Model Development Masterclass
A 3-hour closed session with SHAMAYIM covering:
Posing, presence, and movement for editorial modeling
Understanding light and how to work with it
Building your brand as a model
The truth about agency representation, castings, and what clients are really looking for
4. Welcome Dinner
Kick off the retreat with an intimate welcome dinner in Old San Juan. Connect with SHAMAYIM and your fellow models before the work begins.
5. Closing Dinner Party
Celebrate your transformation and new body of work with a beautiful dinner and evening celebration to close the experience.
Shoot Locations
RATES
Standard Retreat Package – $500
Includes:
Participation in all editorial photo shoots
On-set styling and makeup
3-hour development masterclass with SHAMAYIM
Welcome dinner and closing party
Note: You are responsible for arranging your own transportation to Puerto Rico and lodging.
All-Inclusive Package – $775
Includes everything in the Standard Package, plus:
Ground transportation to all photo shoot locations
Shared lodging accommodations for three nights (October 31 – November 3)
WHO THIS IS FOR
Aspiring and professional fashion models
Models seeking to build or refresh a high-quality portfolio
Models looking for direct development from an industry professional
Those serious about breaking into or advancing within the fashion industry













Registration
DEADLINE IS AUGUST 5
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