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Summer in Salem
Do you need a break from reality? Feeling insecure and in need of a confidence boost?
Would you like the chance to work on
self-love and appreciation?
Why not skip the summer beach trip this year? Forget the long lines at Disney,
and steer clear of the heat in Vegas. Save that Caribbean cruise for the winter months and skip that Backstreet Boys/N'sync tour.
Okay…maybe don't skip that last one.
Next summer, why not indulge in something completely new and unique?
Join the Chromalusion Photography team for a special retreat for
spooky girls and spooky girls ONLY! 21+
Join us for a fabulous, inclusive vacation package located in Salem, Massachusetts on July 30th, 2024 - August 4th, 2024.
We only have 7 spaces available for this amazing opportunity so be sure
to secure your spot TODAY!
As one of our special guests, you will have the opportunity to sample everything Salem has to offer! Shop at the quaint local businesses and
experience Salem's nightlife. Partake in ghost tours and discover historical landmarks. Embrace your inner nerd and play games at the local arcade. There are beaches to comb and cobblestone paths to follow. Summer in Salem is free from the extreme crowds that fill the streets during the fall months. Feel the city's natural energy and take it all in at your own pace during a more peaceful time of year.
Come and explore one of America's most haunted cities with us and make this a
summer you will never forget!
You will share a three-story historical (and possibly haunted) house with
the Chromalusion crew and the other lovely ladies searching for their inner witch. This amazing private residence is located in the heart of downtown Salem, allowing our guests the freedom to explore the area with ease.
There will be a chef on premises preparing personalized meals and snacks during your stay. Housekeeping will be provided to help keep your space neat and tidy. Concierge services are also available to ensure your trip is as streamlined and relaxing as possible.
Personalized on-site meals, exclusive lodging accommodations in a prime location,
housekeeping and concierge services?! All of this is included in your package, but that’s not even the main reason we are here. Chromalusion Photography will be with you every step of the way, snapping professional photos to document this
once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Join us in creating unique memories that will last a lifetime!
You will have celebrity makeup artist Carrie Sims completing your preferred look as you take on the town. Your photographer Stephani will be transporting you to the most unique locations for special photo shoots that most tourists never get to experience.
You simply show up in Salem with your outfits and we will handle the rest.
The Chromalusion team will create the most stunning and ethereal photography during your stay. With Stephani’s expertise, magical effects and edits will be added to the images to make you feel like a brand new you!
Each chosen photograph will be personalized with extreme attention to detail. These artistic prints will be designed to awe and inspire. The images you select will be placed into your very own custom made Book of Shadows!
This unique and beautiful keepsake will be shipped to you free of charge
once completed by the artist.
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Personal photo book pick up or drop off may be available for those local to Franklin, NC but will be at the discretion of Chromalusion Photography.
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Special gifts are planned for every client upon arrival on your first day. These goodie bags are designed to charm and delight. While you settle in and unpack, the Chromalusion staff will ensure everything is ready for your amazing and comfortable stay.
On your first magical evening, you are given the opportunity to decorate your very own witch hat! Many varieties of whimsical supplies will be provided in order for you to personalize your creation. Add floral accents, flowing ribbon, feathers and a multitude of other mystical accessories. This creative project is not only great fun, but a wonderful way to socialize with your new housemates. We want to give you the chance to create your hat on the first day so you can wear it out and about on all your upcoming
witchy activities!
Dinner the first night will be held on premises, while the next three evenings will be out on the town. We want to make sure that you get a chance to sample the culinary delights that this charming New England town has to offer.
Each morning, a delicious breakfast will be prepared specially for you, using fresh and locally sourced ingredients whenever possible.
Our culinary expert will be sure to give you the fuel you need for all of your spooky Salem adventures! On our last evening, a special Halloween Pajama Party will be held. Fully equipped with midnight margaritas, nostalgic 80s/90s decor and all of our favorite
witchy movies!
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Flexible menu options will be released for your review prior to your stay. Once your deposit has been received, we will have you fill out a survey in order to best suit your culinary needs. We look forward to serving you!
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Our team at Chromalusion will take care of everything! Let us organize the
details and allow you the comfort and ease of a glamorous vacation free of worry.
What is a Witch?
Do they ride on brooms, wear pointy hats and eat the souls of children?
As much as we would like to say “yes” to some (or all) of those questions,
there is more to it than that.
To be a witch is to bring out the pain and trauma you have dealt with in life and face it head on. Dig down deep to bring out that fierce, powerful woman dormant inside you. Discover the magic you have within yourself and truly embrace the power of femininity!
Together we can reclaim the self love, confidence and power that lies inside all
of us. Let us dance under the moon, banish negativity and celebrate life on this journey to self-discovery. Make new friends and let your inner light shine for all to see.
Let the inspiring photos we take on this trip offer you reflection on the beauty
you hold within yourself, inside and out.
Meet The Team!
Stephani Lofthouse
Photographer
Stephani has been a professional photographer for 19 years and has captured a wide range of moments during her career. Specializing in automotive and boudoir photography, she has also covered concerts and exclusive celebrity photo shoots. Stephani has photographed many diverse events and large weddings. She also holds her own themed photography sessions, including horror, mystical and a variety of other unique sets. Traveling the East Coast, she does photography for car shows and boudoir as well as attending horror conventions. She is an indie horror filmmaker with over 400 copies sold of her first feature film which included actors from The Walking Dead. Along with being published in many American magazines and articles, her work has also been distributed in Italy, Australia, South Africa, Canada, and The United Kingdom.
Carrie Sims
Makeup Artist
Carrie has been working as a full-time professional makeup artist for over 20 years. She received her certification in beauty and special effects make-up artistry at Joe Blasco Make-Up Center East in 2003. She uses trusted, high-quality products on her patrons and strives to ensure that they are 100% happy with their look. Carrie's work includes the film and television industry, theater, haunted attractions, and the music industry. She has always maintained a steady freelance clientele for photo shoots, makeovers, and special events. She has worked with Gary Oldman, Nicolas Cage, Ethan Embry, Emily Mortimer, Kate Bosworth, Jeffery Dean Morgan, Judith O'Dea and many more. Some of you may remember Carrie from past Chromalusion Photography events, including several modeling sessions and on the set of Level 7.
Beth Ann Brophy
Personal Chef / Concierge
Beth Ann has served over 20 years in the service and hospitality industry. During her time as a restaurant manager, she received her Serv-Safe certification. She is experienced in cooking for the public and is proficient in safe food handling practices and preparation. Beth Ann loves adding creative finishing touches and enjoys experimenting with new flavors. With her strong passion for preparing and serving delicious cuisine, it is no surprise that she is compiling her own cookbook. She will be serving tantalizing meals and snacks on this trip and will also help make additions to your personal itinerary. She enjoys organizing large events and weddings and is extremely detail oriented. As a hospitality expert, she will be offering housekeeping services to make your stay as comfortable as possible.
Itinerary
Hammond Castle, Gloucester MA
Shoot Day #1
WEDNESDAY JULY 31, 2024
You may choose to catch up on your beauty sleep this morning or wake up early to drift lazily through the cobblestone streets.
Either way, we will have a delicious brunch ready for you by 10 am. With mimosas, fresh fruit and other sweet and savory surprises, it will be sure to delight! Once your makeup is complete, grab your finest historical dress and we are out the door. Today we are going a back in time. In a castle built using inspiration from the 15th, 16th and 18th centuries of Europe, your photographer has secured this amazing location to give you
a taste of an old world feel.
We will get on the road by 2:00pm to ensure we arrive at the stunning Hammond Castle in time for our private entry to the grounds. The Castle, which overlooks Gloucester Harbor, was built in 1920s by scientist, inventor and art connoisseur John Hays Hammond, Jr. (1888 – 1965)
Dinner tonight will be at a charming New England restaurant. Our reservation details will be released closer to the date. Our staff are returning visitors to Salem and will ensure a choice location. Your meal of up to $50.00 is on us!
The Love Witch House, Burlington MA
Shoot Day #2
THURSDAY AUGUST 1, 2024
Wake up refreshed and ready for another amazing day. Choose to have an early breakfast, or leisurely brunch while you get ready for your next adventure. Plan to be ready to walk out the door no later than noon today so we can get on the road. You won't want to miss out on this fun-filled and inspiring location for this spectacular photo shoot.
We will travel to the charming town of Burlington, Massachusetts for a quirky and unusual photo shoot experience!
Owned by the Instagram witchy influencer, Hagvvitch, she describes her home as being filled with garishly, glamorous vintage decor. Fall in love with this amazing New England home.
While exploring this unique location, you will be in search of the perfect spot for your photos. Each unique room is filled to the brim with amazing one-of-a kind items and furniture.
Put on your wackiest witchy attire or bring along some lingerie for a once-in-a lifetime boudoir shoot. The choice is yours! With so many eccentric oddities to enjoy, this will be an experience you will never forget.
This evening we will be dining out at one of the many tantalizing restaurants in the Salem area. Our official reservation details will be released closer to the day. We will be sure to book a choice location with delicious cuisine to fuel our upcoming night on the town. Your meal of up to $50.00 is on us!
Henry Derby House, Salem MA
Spooky Summer-Ween Party
FRIDAY, AUGUST 2, 2024
Morning/Afternoon:
Want to sleep in? No problem!
Breakfast will be provided no matter what time you decide to roll out of bed.
Would you like to go on an adventure and check out some Hocus Pocus filming locations? We will have our own transportation so we can make that happen. Stephani is an experienced Salem traveler and will be your guide. Bring your camera and get ready to capture some great Salem sights.
Want to go shopping? Put on your comfy shoes and hit the town for some Witch City souvenir hunting. Maybe grab a snack at America's oldest candy shop, Ye Olde Pepper Companie near the House of Seven Gables. Snag a phenomenal milk shake at The Boston Burger Company and snap a selfie at the Bewitched Statue in the center of town.
Prefer to go solo to a museum or any other historical sites? Sure thing! Don't forget your information packet you received prior to the event.
Nightfall:
Get your spookiest PJ's on and meet everyone downstairs for our Halloween movie night. There will be many tricks and treats including pizza from Engine House, themed snacks and a sundae bar featuring locally made ice cream. Watch movies, enjoy a midnight margarita and bask in the nostalgic Halloween vibes of our childhood. Giggle the night away regaling one another with your own awesome Salem experiences. A prize will be given to the guest with the best themed pajamas, so bring out your best!
Pioneer Village 1630, Salem MA
Final Shoot Day
SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 2024
Today will feature two on-location photo shoots so be fully rested and ready to tackle the day!
After a scrumptious breakfast, we will dive back into the 17th century. We travel to 1692 to honor the innocent people who lost their lives during the Salem Witch Trials. Together in our lovely, white gowns we will step into the famous Pioneer Village. This location will feature both a solo and a coven shoot. The Pioneer Village is known as America's first living history museum and was built in 1930.
You may recognize this gem! Thackery Binx woke up to see Sarah Sanderson kidnapping his sister Emily in the cult classic film, Hocus Pocus.
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We will have
Winnie's Replica Spell book!
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We will return to the house in order to change for our second location of the day. Bring your spookiest swimsuit and accessories as we head out to Winter Island. Here we are holding a Goth Coven Beach Day! Themed snacks and surprises await you. Stephani will be photographing this event for some posed photos, but we will also relax and enjoy the beach. Take in the views of the harbor and comb the beach for shells. Bask in the splendor of the sea air as we watch the sunset.
We will conclude this evening with dinner in Downtown Salem. We will choose a central location so we can take in some nightlife after popping in at the house to freshen up. You will be able to spend up to $50.00
on another lovely meal.
Disclaimer:
This is a retreat for seven women only. No pets, no children, no men. Sorry, fellas. No exceptions.
Please note that the locations of our sessions can be changed at any time due to scheduling conflicts of the venues, inclement weather or any other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. This will not get you a discount or refund of any kind.
In the unlikely event that a location change must occur, there will be backup locations and contingency plans.
We will do the best we can to ensure that you get the most from this vacation.
It is the client's sole responsibility to get to and from Salem, Massachusetts at the designated times and dates stated by Chromalusion Photography. The Chromalusion Team is not responsible for client travel. Each participant must take care of their flights and general transportation in and out of Salem at their own expense. Our package includes free transportation to planned locations and events only. We can give recommendations in regards to airlines, airports and routes to make your travel experience to Salem as smooth as possible. Please do not hesitate to ask us questions! We are happy to help.
Detailed information will be given by way of contract which every participant must sign upon paying their nonrefundable deposits in full. After full trip payment has been made, the client will receive a packet in the mail with a full itinerary, trivia,
free gift and shopping guide!
Where Are We Staying?
The Henry Derby House is nestled in downtown Salem, Massachusetts. It is within walking distance of the most iconic, historical homes in Salem. Only a 5 minute walk to the city center, it is close to amazing shops, many notable tourist sights and an endless amount of restaurants and bars. This 1838 Greek Revival three-story home is a popular stop among the local haunted walking tours. While it is not officially claimed as haunted, the house has received attention from various news sources including WHDH TV 7NEWS Boston and other sources online!
There is a maid named Sarah that is said to roam the 2nd and 3rd floor. As our guest, you will get the opportunity to check this out for yourself and see if there is any truth to the tales. While we enjoy this historical home together, we plan to peacefully coexist with the spirits that may or may not reside here. It will be fun to stay in what is considered one of the
Top 7 Haunted Airbnb's in the United States!
There are some bedrooms with 2 beds. One room in particular can fit up to 3 people which is great for groups of 3 traveling together. Be sure to contact us for more information on our room availability.
Statement from the owner:
"This is an antique house over 180 years old. Do not expect it to look or feel like a hotel when you arrive. The stairs will creak, the windows will rattle when it's windy, and you may experience paranormal activity in the house during your stay!"
