Hi!

I am Sally - the curator behind out of office retreats.

I am a Egyptian-Canadian multidisciplinary creative.

With a diverse background in photo production, filmmaking, silversmithing, and podcasting, I have always been drawn to creativity in all forms. My passion for community building and connecting with other creatives has led me to create and curate out of office creative retreats.

As a producer, I carefully curate creative talent, manage logistics, execute projects with precision to ensure that every element is in harmony. This same skill set allows me to curate these creative retreats with the utmost attention to detail; from hiring the right team to finding the perfect location and managing the process flow.

Just sit back and relax and let me take care of all the planning and connecting. I can’t wait to meet and host you in my home away from home - Morocco.

the backstory:

Out of office creative retreats is an accumulation of so many moments that have led to this moment right now! Here are some of the key elements of the story:

  • My creative challenge: As a creative professional, I often found that the fast pace of the industry didn't allow for much space to truly tap into creativity. The emphasis on quick “content” creation often stifled the creative flow.

  • My personal experience: In October 2022, I took a seven-month break from the industry to regain my creative flow. During this time, I slow traveled to a new country each month and worked on personal creative projects including what would eventually become out of office creative retreats.

  • My breakthrough: In November 2022, I spent a month in a creative residency on a secluded island off the African coast. This transformative experience allowed me to connect with other creatives, unplug from the world, and tap into my own creativity in a profound way. It was a transformative experience that I wish more creatives could undergo.

Fuelled by the desire to create opportunities for female creatives to tap into their own creativity, connect with others, and explore new practices and cultures, I created and curated out of office creative retreats.