You have what it takes to become a successful artist
All you need is the right mentorship, community, and resources. This is why we focus on providing songwriters like you the tools and support that you need to develop to your fullest potential.
For the past 12 years we have hosted songwriting retreats, workshops, online courses, and mentorship to empower songwriters. Our dream is to make artist development as accessible as possible.
DISCOVER YOUR CREATIVE PURPOSE
Step into your creative identity at our inspiring songwriting retreats nestled in the scenic mountains of Northern California.
BECOME THE ARTIST YOU ALWAYS DREAMED OF
Refine your skills with personalized mentorship from seasoned songwriters and music industry professionals.
STEP BOLDLY INTO YOUR DESTINY
Get championed into your creative destiny with the backing of a supportive community of empowering songwriters.
ARTIST TESTIMONIALS
"Fathering artists was a marking point for me in my life as songwriter...There's no way to put to words the value just one weekend brought into my life at Fathering Artists - it's one of those things I wish everyone I know could experience."
- Miranda Vettrus
ARTIST TESTIMONIALS
"The Fathering Artists retreat is hands-down the best investment I've made as an artist. It has unlocked my creative mind and surrounded me with a community of songwriters on the same journey."
- Paul Gabriel Vitales
ARTIST TESTIMONIALS
"Fathering Artists is so much more than a songwriting retreat. It is a transformative musical and spiritual experience that truly changed my life and continues to inspire and inform my artistic journey."
- Josh Schroeder
ARTIST TESTIMONIALS
"The Fathering Artist Retreat is more than just a writing retreat, it gives you the opportunity to watch the creative process unfold before your eyes through vulnerability, humility, heart connection, community, food, lots of fun and music."
- Cristiano Rede
ARTIST TESTIMONIALS
"The speakers at Fathering Artists were incredible! John-Paul is one of the most brilliant coaches I've ever met. He is extremely skilled at turning a good song into a great song.
I love that Fathering Artists values breaking the boxes. It might offend people, but it won't offend God.
I left with such a deep sense of grounding of how important music is in connecting with people - it's all about connection.
- Madelynne West
ARTIST TESTIMONIALS
"I've been to two Fathering Artists retreats now, and both experiences were absolutely pivotal. I was challenged to be better in really non-abstract ways, while also feeling believed in and rooted for..."
- Josiah Beason
Companies we've worked with
We've helped artists land deals, forge partnerships, and build their team.
If you want to go far, go together
Journey with people like you - learn from and be supported by the people who have been where you want to go.
