AUGUST: ON KNOWING (Retreat)

NOWING: ON KNOWING, IN BARCELONA:  

2 DAY IMMERSIVE RETREAT for CREATIVITY, CONNECTION & CONTEMPLATION

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Two immersive days in Barcelona - for deeper reflection, meaningful discussions, and a rekindling of creative connection.

Over the course of two thoughtfully designed days, ON KNOWING invites you into a gently paced, creatively engaging space. Through six guided workshops rooted in philosophical inquiry and artistic exploration, you’ll be offered time to reflect, express, and reconnect - with ideas, with others, and with yourself.

What to expect

Each session follows a simple rhythm: part philosophical grounding, part creative response. You’ll move between thoughtful prompts and philosophical context into hands-on artistic practices that build on the conversations we’ve shared - offering both conceptual and practical ways in.

Throughout the experience, we’ll explore themes like identity, trust, perception, place, imagination, and the ongoing tension between solitude and community. Drawing inspiration from a range of philosophers & great thinkers - the sessions are designed to spark inquiry, invite personal reflection, and reframe how we engage with the world around us.

No prior knowledge or experience is needed - just a willingness to explore and a curiosity about how ideas and creative practice can intertwine.

You’ll be part of a small group of others drawn to thoughtful conversation and hands-on creativity. Whether this retreat is the centrepiece of your visit to Barcelona or a mindful moment within a longer stay, it offers grounding, clarity, and a creative reset.

Daily structure

• 2 days | 10:00am – 5:30pm

• Lunch break: 90 minutes to rest, explore, or discover a new favourite spot (we’ll share a curated list of local food places we love)

• Breaks: Each day includes a short, mid-morning pause for refreshments

What’s included

Your Nowing Collective kit, including:

• An ON KNOWING Workbook

• A notebook for reflections, notes & journaling

• Your materials case with all the art and writing supplies you’ll use in the workshops

• Refreshments and snacks, thoughtfully chosen and locally sourced

• A curated list of food and café recommendations for your lunch breaks or post-session exploring

• Six workshops designed for thoughtful engagement and creative expression - no prior experience needed

Please Note: This is a non-residential retreat. While accommodation is not included, everything you need during our time together is provided.

Price

€350 per person

This includes the full two-day experience, your complete Nowing Collective materials kit (workbook, notebook, materials case), all creative supplies, refreshments & snacks, and our curated city guide for your lunch breaks and beyond.

Join us

ON KNOWING is a space for quiet discovery and shared conversation - whatever your reason for being here.

Group sizes are small, and spaces are limited.

Join the waitlist to be the first to know when booking opens.

No commitment required - the waitlist just gives you early access once spaces become available.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at info@nowingcollective.com - we’d love to hear from you.