No prior art experience is required to participate in this studio experience. At JSP we believe we are all created creative. We will guide you through an accessible and facilitated process to engage your creativity as a spiritual practice.

Please Note: This retreat is intended for adults and young people (high school and older). Please leave younger family members at home for this experience.

• Early Bird Rates (until August 31st)

  • Staying off-site - $350

  • A bed in a single occupancy room - $650

  • A bed in a double occupancy room - $450

  • NOTE: A $150 Discount is available for those ages 21 - 40 living in Los Angeles through NuRoots-Los Angeles

• Standard Rates (until September 23rd)

  • Staying off-site - $450

  • A bed in a single occupancy room - $750

  • A bed in a double occupancy room - $550

  • NOTE: A $150 Discount is available for those ages 21 - 40 living in Los Angeles through NuRoots-Los Angeles

• Housing at Brandeis Bardin is motel style. Most rooms come with two queen sized beds and an attached private bathroom. A limited number of rooms will have two twin sized beds, be fully ADA  accessible or have an attached room with a pull out sofa.

• Rooms range in distance from our central meeting spaces, please let us know if you need an ADA room or a room closer to our central location.

To get to and from campus you will need a personal car, rental car or can access an Uber/Lyft. JSP is not providing a shuttle service to and from off-site accommodations.

• Ticket prices cover all program/art materials, housing (if applicable to your ticket type), food, staff and activities.

• Note: The true cost of this retreat is about $750 per person, this retreat is subsidized by several grants and generous donations for JSP support. If you would like to support this retreat and the work of JSP please consider becoming a supporter today.

• Nu Roots is a partner in LA subsiding this retreat for local LA residents between the ages of 21-40. 

• By signing up through this special initiative for young adults in Los Angeles, you agree to:

  • JSP sharing your contact information to Nu Roots so they will reach out to you after the experience. 

  • Have a 1-1 with member of staff of LA Federation to learn more about how to connect after immersive experience

  • Upon request, some participants may be asked to provide testimonials and/or a written blog with photos or video

We have a limited number of work exchange opportunities for this retreat to help with a number of tasks that JSP staff will need support with to make this retreat possible. Please apply for a slot if you are able and refunds will be issued for any accepted work study positions.

Full details and application linked here.

Applications are due by August 31st.

• JSP hopes to never turn anyone away for lack of funds. If you need financial assistance to make this retreat possible please contact Candace Goodwin at cgoodwin@jewishstudioproject.org. We have a limited pool of scholarships available and they will be given on a first come, first serve basis for those of self identified need.

• JSP is not offering travel subsidies to this retreat.

• Partial refunds will be available on a case by case basis for medical or family emergencies up until October 10.

If you are traveling from out of town we recommend that you fly into Burbank or LAX airport and take an Uber/Lyft or rental car to the retreat center.

Please read more about Accessibility Information here.

Please read our full Covid Policy linked here.

Our site provides a front gate with security staffing 24/7. No unauthorized guests will be allowed on-site.

• You will receive an automated receipt 

• At least 2 weeks before the retreat you will receive a welcome packet with:

  • Packing list

  • Community guidelines

  • Arrival information

  • A detailed schedule

  • Reminders about health and safety

• If you need anything or have any questions please email Candace Goodwin anytime at cgoodwin@jewishstudioproject.org