A weekend with room to play...
This is not a deep, shadow-work retreat. It’s a time to rest, laugh, connect, and do something just for yourself.
At the center is your portrait experience, with everything around it designed to help you relax and enjoy yourself.
Hopi Noel Morton · Photography by Deborah Jaffe
FROM HOPI
Recreating the experience that changed how I saw myself.
I have hated most pictures of myself for years. Then Deborah photographed me, and for the first time, I saw images of myself that I not only liked, but loved.
It wasn’t just the photos. It was how comfortable she helped me feel taking them.
HERE I AM! grew from that photo shoot. I wanted to create a weekend where other women could step away, receive care, have fun, and leave with a portrait that genuinely reflects them.
“It wasn’t just the photos—it was how good it felt to love myself as I naturally look.”
Photography by Deborah Jaffe
You do not have to know how to pose. You just have to show up.
ABOUT DEBORAH JAFFE
Deborah Jaffe is an acclaimed editorial and portrait photographer with 30+ years behind the lens for publications including ELLE, Glamour, and The New York Times Magazine. She has photographed cultural icons including Joan Rivers, Kerry Washington, Diane von Furstenberg and Laila Ali, and now brings that same editorial eye to intimate portrait experiences designed to help women feel comfortable, natural and fully themselves in front of the camera.
Deborah Jaffe, behind the lens
PORTRAITS BY DEBORAH JAFFE
Here as you are.
“You made me feel beautiful, and my pictures show it!”
These are the most gorgeous images anyone has ever made of me. It made me tear up, because you really changed how I felt about myself. It was easy to work with you, and I felt so seen.
IN THEIR WORDS
You certainly captured exactly who I am, in a relaxed, stunning way.
These are the best pictures of me. I want to pass these on to my daughter.
When your pictures are so beautiful, it convinces you that you are beautiful and you can get out there and date.
A PRIVATE MIAMI LAKE-HOUSE EXPERIENCE
There is plenty to enjoy—and no pressure to do it all.
Make yourself at home. While portrait sessions unfold, move between the lake, good food, conversation, rest, getting-ready moments, and optional restorative offerings.
Rest
Float on a paddleboard, linger over food, or take a quiet moment for yourself.
Play
Have fun getting ready together in a playful dressing room with wardrobe, accessories, a stylist, hair, makeup, and music.
Connect
Spend time with thoughtful, interesting women in a setting that feels personal and unhurried.
Restore
Explore yoga, breathwork, sound healing, and optional self-care offerings like acupuncture and massage.
Portraiture
Step into a private portrait session with Deborah Jaffe that feels relaxed, personal, and designed to bring out the most natural version of you.
YOUR WEEKEND
More than a photo shoot.
HERE I AM! begins with thoughtful preparation and unfolds over two full days in a private lake-house setting: relaxed, generous, and designed to help you feel ready for the camera.
Included in your experience
- An extraordinary private photo shoot with Deborah Jaffe.
- One professionally edited portrait.
- Access to your own image gallery, with additional images available for purchase.
- A one-to-one virtual styling session before the weekend.
- Two virtual group Q&A sessions with Deborah to help you prepare for your portrait session.
- The full-service Playroom dressing area, including wardrobe and styling support.
- Yoga, breathwork, and sound healing.
- Great food, connection, and time to enjoy amenities and the Zen lake house.
- The freedom to rest, join in, or do absolutely nothing for a while.
Available during the weekend
A selection of optional self-care services such as massage, acupuncture, facials, bodywork, hair, makeup, and nails will be available for women who would like to add them to their weekend.
OPTIONAL ADDITIONS · NOT INCLUDED IN THE RETREAT INVESTMENT
Come as you are. Leave with a beautiful portrait, new memories, and a little more space for yourself.
YOUR PLACE AT HERE I AM!
Twelve spots. One unforgettable weekend.
Curious about joining us? Complete the brief form and Hopi will follow up personally to answer questions and talk through the weekend.
QUESTIONS
A few things you may be wondering
Is this a deep, therapeutic retreat?
No. HERE I AM! is designed to be fun, restful, and beautifully curated. There is room for meaning and connection, but no expectation to do heavy emotional work.
What if I do not like having my picture taken?
You are in good company. Many women arrive feeling nervous about photographs. Deborah’s style is warm, encouraging, and practical. She will guide you through the session so you can relax and enjoy it.
What does the portrait experience include?
You will receive a private portrait experience with Deborah, one professionally edited portrait, and access to your personal gallery. Additional images and prints will be available for purchase.
Do I have to participate in every part of the weekend?
No. The weekend is intentionally spacious. You can join the activities that appeal to you, rest by the lake, spend time with other women, or take quiet time for yourself.
Are the restorative offerings included?
Yoga, breathwork, sound healing, the Playroom, and styling support are included. Massage, acupuncture, facials, bodywork, hair, makeup, and nails are available as optional additions.
How do I reserve my place?
Tap Request Your Place to complete the short request form. Hopi will follow up personally to answer questions and share the next step to confirm your participation.
Where in Miami will HERE I AM! take place?
The weekend will take place in a private Zen lake house in North Miami Beach. Full location details will be shared with confirmed participants.
PARTNER WITH HERE I AM!
Help make HERE I AM! even more special.
We are welcoming a small group of aligned sponsors, partners, product contributors, and facilitators who can help make the weekend feel generous, personal, and memorable.
If your brand, service, or community feels like a natural fit, we would love to explore what collaboration could look like.
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Sponsor the Weekend
Support HERE I AM! through a tailored partnership, with select opportunities that may include retreat participation.
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Partner With Us
Introduce an aligned brand, service, resource, or community to a thoughtfully curated group of women.
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Offer Something Special
Bring a meaningful activation, treatment, installation, or experience to the weekend.
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Gift Bag or Product Placement
Share a product or special resource for participants to discover and enjoy.
Each collaboration will be considered individually to ensure it feels genuinely useful and aligned with the HERE I AM! experience.