Connection at the Peer 2 Peer Creatives’ Recharge Retreat

The STA Creatives’ Recharge Retreat, held at St Clement’s Retreat & Conference Centre in Galong, was a weekend filled with inspiration and creativity. The retreat was the last stage of the STA Peer 2 Peer Mentoring program. For one very special weekend in August 2024, artists and creative professionals gathered to connect, recharge, and explore their artistic practices in a supportive environment.

The STA Peer 2 Peer Mentoring program connected  artists and creative professionals through a supported system mentoring sessions. The Retreat was a chance for the Peer 2 Peer mentors to meet the entire program cohort as well as spend more time with thier mentor partner.  What emerged over the weekend was a unique space for these creative minds to share their stories and reflect on their Peer 2 Peer journey.

Saturday morning we enjoyed the meditative rhythm of weaving with an Indigenous Weaving Circle with Jodie Munday. 

Saturday night’s Open Mic event, hosted by the talented Garth Prentice was an unforgettable  eclectic mix of performances that captivated the audience. 

We were serenaded by musicians including, Michael Simic, Ziggy, Garth Prentice, Dianna Nixon, as well as the incredible tenor Richard Lang. Eduardo Ruiz transported us to South America with his beautiful Peruvian tunes on classical guitar. 

David Cole and Suze Smith gave us an exlusive early reading of David Cole’s new play! Rose Marin and  Lizz Murphey shared their poetry works. The finale was a heartwarming cover of Missy Higgins’ “Steer,” performed by Keva Abotomey, who sang with baby Edie in her arms!